| Monday April 1, 2024 |
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| | 7:00 PM |
Contact Ritual
Minyan (Zoom)
We are looking to include as many members of our Beth David family as possible in this wonderful tradition that brings comfort to our mourners and gives each of us a daily opportunity to connect with our soul, our community and our God
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| Tuesday April 2, 2024 |
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| | 10:00 AM |
Contact Dafna Mizrahi
dafi.sorokin@gmail.com
Empty Nesters’ Coffee & Chat
This
is a social group for empty nesters to gather and share ideas about where
to go on vacation, technology problems, cooking, kids, funny stories, etc. We
meet the first Tuesday of each month at 10am at Paris Baguette in Cupertino. To
join the mailing list, or if you have any questions, please email Dafna Mizrahi
at Dafi.sorokin@gmail.com
| | 10:30 AM |
Contact Rabbi Kunin
rabbikunin@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
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Torah Study with Rabbi KuninThe Torah is our timeless treasure, with answers for the pivotal questions of the past, present and future. Sometimes it challenges us, and sometimes it disturbs us. Nonetheless there is always room for learning and debate. Each week we will examine ideas and issues from the weekly parasha and, through discussion and sometimes debate, discover meaningful connections between the wisdom our our Torah and our modern lives. Please join this weekly informal Torah study session with Rabbi Kunin on a drop-in basis.
| | 1:30 PM |
Contact Shelley Kunin| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
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Weekly Mah Jongg Join us for weekly Mah Jongg. Open to players of all levels!
| | 7:00 PM |
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Contact Rabbi Hugh Seid-Valencia
rabbihugh@jvalley.org| Room/Location | (Offsite) APJCC
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Silicon Valley Intro to JudaismThis course presents an overview of major aspects of Judaism, including practice, belief, and history. Students will be exposed to Jewish thought and practice through lectures, class discussions, and readings. Because Judaism is not something that can be fully understood from books and lectures, there will be several assignments and activities designed to give participants "real-world" Jewish experiences. This class is taught by five rabbis, from four different synagogues and from Jewish Silicon Valley. This will give students exposure to a variety of approaches to Judaism. This course is open to Jews and non-Jews, those seeking to convert to Judaism, as well as those who are interested in learning more. The course will be taught at revolving locations.
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| Thursday April 4, 2024 |
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| | 1:00 PM |
Office Hours with Rabbi Kunin Drop in or Zoom in for office hours with Rabbi Kunin! No appointment required!
| | 2:00 PM |
Contact Hazak
hazak@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
Board Room
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The History and Evolution of the HaggadahJoin Rabbi Roller as we explore the history and evolution of the Passover seder and the Haggadah and what this tells us about the different ways Jews have observed Passover through the ages. We will focus on two famous fours found in the Haggadah: the Four Questions, and the Four Sons and look at how these texts have changed over time.
| | 7:00 PM |
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| Friday April 5, 2024 |
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| | 10:00 AM |
Contact adulted@beth-david.org
Talmud Study with Rabbi Kunin (Zoom) Please join Rabbi David Kunin online for weekly Talmud study. The Talmud is the foundational document of rabbinic Judaism, containing laws and lore which underlie how Jews approach the world. Its dialectic toward truth yields a multiplicity of answers which we will explore in depth. All are welcome. No prior Talmud study experience necessary.
Please register (one-time only): https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/upcpdOqsqT4qCBoHK3SxfKmOdbCux3aLzA
You will receive your own personal Zoom link to use for all sessions of online Talmud study. Trouble registering? View our FAQ page
| | 7:16 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Shmini
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| Saturday April 6, 2024 |
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Torah: Leviticus 9:1-11:47; Exodus 12:1-20
Haftarah: Ezekiel 45:16-46:18 | Shabbat HaChodesh
Haftarah for Sephardim: II Samuel 6:1-19
https://hebcal.com/s/shmini-20240406?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
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Molad Nisan: Mon, 57 minutes and 7 chalakim after 22:00
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Shabbat before Rosh Chodesh Nissan
Haftarah: Ezekiel 45:16-46:18
https://hebcal.com/h/shabbat-hachodesh-2024?uc=ical-saratog...
| | 9:30 AM |
| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
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Shabbat Services (Sanctuary/Youtube)
View updated mask policy Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/congregationbethdavid
| | 9:45 AM |
Contact Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit T'Fillah
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Youth Congregation
An interactive
Shabbat service experience specifically targeted for our 1st - 5th grade students. Youth
participate in traditional prayer, Torah
readings, games and discussions inspired both by the weekly Torah portion
and current events. Adults/parents
welcome.
| | 11:15 AM |
Contact Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit T'Fillah
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Tot Shabbat with Rabbi RollerThis is a relaxing, lighthearted, interactive, Shabbat program for tots and their families. Join Rabbi Roller for singing , stories, movement and more!
| | 11:30 AM |
| Room/Location | Social Hall
Sukkah Patio
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Kiddush (Sukkah Patio/Social Hall)
Please join us for kiddush lunch on the Sukkah Patio or the Social Hall after services.
View updated mask policy
| | 8:18 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Sunday April 7, 2024 |
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| | 9:30 AM |
Minyan (Zoom)We are looking to include as many members of our Beth David family as possible in this wonderful tradition that brings comfort to our mourners and gives each of us a daily opportunity to connect with our soul, our community and our God
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Contact Rabbi Nathan Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Rm 11
Rm 12
Rm 13
Rm 14
Rm 15
Rm 16
Rm 17
Rm 18
Rm 19
Rm 20
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Religious School
In-Person! For pre-K - 7th grades.
| | 10:30 AM |
Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org
Beyond the Headlines: Insights from an Israeli Hero (Zoom)Please join us for this special briefing, LIVE from Israel, with senior MDA paramedic Felix Lotan. Felix will share the in-depth story of MDA critical medical emergency operations, commitment, mission, the determination to save lives at all costs. Felix has participated in numerous MDA disaster response/rescue efforts internationally, from Nepal to Turkey. Now, he's focused on the needs in Israel, working 24/7 at the homefront during Israel’s war against Hamas.
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| Monday April 8, 2024 |
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| | 7:00 PM |
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| Tuesday April 9, 2024 |
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Start of month of Nisan on the Hebrew calendar. נִיסָן (transliterated Nisan or Nissan) is the 1st month of the Hebrew year, has 30 days, and corresponds to March or April on the Gregorian calendar. רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ, transliterated Rosh Chodesh or Rosh Hodesh, is a minor holiday that occurs at the beginning of every month in the Hebrew calendar. It is marked by the birth of a new moon
Torah: Numbers 28:1-15
https://hebcal.com/h/rosh-chodesh-nisan-2024?uc=ical-sarato...
| | 10:30 AM |
| | 1:30 PM |
| | 7:00 PM |
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| Wednesday April 10, 2024 |
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| | 11:30 AM |
| | 4:30 PM |
| | 7:00 PM |
| | 7:30 PM |
Contact Ritual VP
ritualvp@beth-david.org
Ritual Committee Meeting This meeting has been canceled.
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| Thursday April 11, 2024 |
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| | 11:30 AM |
Contact Beth David Women
women@beth-david.org
Ladies Who Lunch
Join Beth David Women for our popular monthly luncheon at a member's home. This is a casual opportunity for women of all ages to get together and socialize. Thanks to Joanne Cornbleet for hosting the April LWL. This month’s lunch format will be a catered box lunch – no potluck items needed! The cost is $22/person and space is limited; please check this link to sign up if space is available: April LWL. Email women@beth-david.org with questions.
| | 1:00 PM |
Office Hours with Rabbi Kunin Office hours this week have been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience.
| | 7:00 PM |
| | 7:30 PM |
Contact info@beth-david.org
Program Committee MeetingJoin the program committee for a Zoom meeting to discuss and plan events for the Congregation.
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| Friday April 12, 2024 |
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| | 10:00 AM |
| | 1:00 PM |
Contact Barbara Biran
biran@beth-david.org
Indonesian Food for Pesach!
| | 7:23 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Tazria
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| Saturday April 13, 2024 |
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| | 9:30 AM |
| | 11:30 AM |
| | 12:45 PM |
Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
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Jewish Book Discussion Group (Beit Midrash) Dinner at The Center of the Earth by Nathan Englander, led by Judy Paktor
The best work yet from the Pulitzer finalist and best-selling author of For the Relief of Unbearable Urges–a political thriller that unfolds in the highly charged territory of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and pivots on the complex relationship between a secret prisoner and his guard.
| | 8:24 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Sunday April 14, 2024 |
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| | 9:30 AM |
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Contact Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org
Family Learning Experience
Celebrate the Jewish Year with Us! Connect with our tradition and each other.
Join Rabbi Roller for a Passover learning experience with games, music, art and food! Open to the community!
More information: Email Rabbi Nathan Roller, Rabbi Educator UPCOMING:
- April 28: Chocolate Seder
- May 26: Lag b'Omer
| | 10:00 AM |
| Room/Location | Conference Room
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This is a private meeting for committee members only.
| | 12:30 PM |
Contact Barbara Biran
biran@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Kitchen
Social Hall
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Indonesian Meal for Pesach!Selamat Paskah - Happy Passover! Join Rabbi Kunin and enjoy the Indonesian Passover foods made by your fellow congregants on Friday April 12th while learning about their foods
and customs.
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| Monday April 15, 2024 |
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| | 3:00 PM |
Contact Ann Tavan
info@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
Board Room
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Crafters' Guild
Hosted by Ricki Gafter and Ann Tavan.
Do you enjoy sewing? Knitting? Crocheting? Do you want to get together with others while working on projects? This is an informal gathering with no membership requirements where all are welcome. Join us for crafting or simply for camaraderie. To add your name to the list, contact Ann Tavan (ann@tavan.com).
| | 7:00 PM |
| | 7:30 PM |
Contact Bill Beyda
Finance Committee Meeting (Zoom)
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Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
Board Room
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Budmo! Recipes from a Ukrainian Kitchen
Local Ukrainian-born Chef and author, Anna
Voloshyna, will discuss her new cookbook, Budmo! Recipes from a Ukrainian Kitchen. Copies
will be available for purchase. Her presentation will include some recipes
suitable for Passover.
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| Tuesday April 16, 2024 |
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| | 10:30 AM |
| | 1:30 PM |
| | 7:00 PM |
| | 7:30 PM |
Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org
The Psalms: A Guide for the Heart and Soul with Rabbi Allan Berkowitz (Zoom)Rabbi Allan Berkowitz's new book is written for the non-scholar, allowing each of us to uncover the beauty and spiritual uplift found in the psalms. They are especially poignant for these painful and challenging times.
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| Room/Location | Sukkah Patio
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Silent Auction Debrief SessionThis is a private meeting.
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| Wednesday April 17, 2024 |
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| | 11:30 AM |
| | 7:00 PM |
| | 7:30 PM |
Contact Nathan Handelsman
president@beth-david.org
General Board Meeting
All are invited to join us in-person.
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| Thursday April 18, 2024 |
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Recognizes Aliyah, immigration to the Jewish State of Israel
https://hebcal.com/h/yom-haaliyah-2024?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
| | 1:00 PM |
Office Hours with Rabbi Kunin Office hours this week have been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience.
| | 7:00 PM |
| | 7:30 PM |
Contact Israel Action Committee
Israel Action Committee Planning Meeting (Zoom)
This is a private meeting.
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| Friday April 19, 2024 |
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| | 10:00 AM |
| | 7:29 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Metzora
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| Sunday April 21, 2024 |
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| | 9:30 AM |
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| Monday April 22, 2024 |
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Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread. Also called Chag HaMatzot (the Festival of Matzah), it commemorates the Exodus and freedom of the Israelites from ancient Egypt
https://hebcal.com/h/pesach-2024?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
| | 3:00 PM |
| | 7:32 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Tuesday April 23, 2024 |
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Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread. Also called Chag HaMatzot (the Festival of Matzah), it commemorates the Exodus and freedom of the Israelites from ancient Egypt
Torah: Exodus 12:21-51; Numbers 28:16-25
Haftarah: Joshua 5:2-6:1
https://hebcal.com/h/pesach-2024?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
| | 9:30 AM |
| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
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Services (Sanctuary/Streaming)
View updated mask policy Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/congregationbethdavid
| | 11:30 AM |
| Room/Location | Social Hall
Sukkah Patio
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Kiddush (Sukkah Patio/Social Hall)
Please join us for kiddush lunch on the Sukkah Patio or the Social Hall after services.
View updated mask policy
| | 6:00 PM |
Contact Barbara Biran
biran@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Kitchen
Social Hall
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2nd Night Passover Seder
Join us for a Second-night community seder. Menu includes matzah ball soup, brisket, vegetable kugel, roasted potatoes, pareve desserts. We'll be using gluten-free matzo meal and a vegetarian option will be available.
MUST Register by April 8, minimum of 50 attendees in order to proceed.
| | 8:33 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Wednesday April 24, 2024 |
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Today is 1 day of the Omer
הַיוֹם יוֹם אֶחָד לָעוֹמֶר
Lovingkindness within Lovingkindness
חֶֽסֶד שֶׁבְּחֶֽסֶד
Chesed sheb'Chesed
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Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread. Also called Chag HaMatzot (the Festival of Matzah), it commemorates the Exodus and freedom of the Israelites from ancient Egypt
Torah: Leviticus 22:26-23:44; Numbers 28:16-25
Haftarah: II Kings 23:1-9, 23:21-25
https://hebcal.com/h/pesach-2024?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
| | 9:30 AM |
| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
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Services (Sanctuary/Streaming)
View updated mask policy Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/congregationbethdavid
| | 11:30 AM |
| Room/Location | Social Hall
Sukkah Patio
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Kiddush (Sukkah Patio/Social Hall)
Please join us for kiddush lunch on the Sukkah Patio or the Social Hall after services.
View updated mask policy
| | 8:34 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Thursday April 25, 2024 |
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Today is 2 days of the Omer
הַיוֹם שְׁנֵי יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר
Might within Lovingkindness
גְבוּרָה שֶׁבְּחֶֽסֶד
Gevurah sheb'Chesed
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Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread. Also called Chag HaMatzot (the Festival of Matzah), it commemorates the Exodus and freedom of the Israelites from ancient Egypt
Torah: Exodus 13:1-16; Numbers 28:19-25
https://hebcal.com/h/pesach-2024?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
| | 1:00 PM |
Office Hours with Rabbi Kunin Drop in or Zoom in for office hours with Rabbi Kunin! No appointment required!
| | 7:00 PM |
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| Friday April 26, 2024 |
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Today is 3 days of the Omer
הַיוֹם שְׁלוֹשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר
Beauty within Lovingkindness
תִּפאֶרֶת שֶׁבְּחֶֽסֶד
Tiferet sheb'Chesed
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Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread. Also called Chag HaMatzot (the Festival of Matzah), it commemorates the Exodus and freedom of the Israelites from ancient Egypt
Torah: Exodus 22:24-23:19; Numbers 28:19-25
https://hebcal.com/h/pesach-2024?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
| | 7:35 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Pesach Shabbat Chol ha-Moed
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| Saturday April 27, 2024 |
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Today is 4 days of the Omer
הַיוֹם אַרְבָּעָה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר
Eternity within Lovingkindness
נֶּֽצַח שֶׁבְּחֶֽסֶד
Netzach sheb'Chesed
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Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread. Also called Chag HaMatzot (the Festival of Matzah), it commemorates the Exodus and freedom of the Israelites from ancient Egypt
Torah: Exodus 33:12-34:26; Numbers 28:19-25
Haftarah: Ezekiel 37:1-14
https://hebcal.com/h/pesach-2024?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
| | 9:30 AM |
| | 11:30 AM |
| | 8:37 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Sunday April 28, 2024 |
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Today is 5 days of the Omer
הַיוֹם חֲמִשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר
Splendor within Lovingkindness
הוֹד שֶׁבְּחֶֽסֶד
Hod sheb'Chesed
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Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread. Also called Chag HaMatzot (the Festival of Matzah), it commemorates the Exodus and freedom of the Israelites from ancient Egypt
Torah: Exodus 34:1-26; Numbers 28:19-25
https://hebcal.com/h/pesach-2024?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
| | 9:30 AM |
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Contact Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org
Chocolate Seder/Family Learning Experience
Celebrate the Jewish Year with Us! Connect with our tradition and each other.
Join Rabbi Roller for a Chocolate Seder learning experience with games, music, art and food! Open to the community!
Please RSVP so we have enough chocolate for everyone!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48A5AA28A5F5CF8-48776769-chocolate
More information: Email Rabbi Nathan Roller, Rabbi Educator
| | 2:30 PM |
Contact Irene Spector
Ride The Rails For Relay 2024Join Beth David's Relay for Life team as we ride the rails on the Niles Canyon Railway. We will depart from the Sunol Depot at 2:30pm (6 Kilkare Rd, Sunol)
Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for ages 2-12, kids under 2 ride free! All funds are donated to the American Cancer Society.
| | 7:37 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Monday April 29, 2024 |
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Today is 6 days of the Omer
הַיוֹם שִׁשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר
Foundation within Lovingkindness
יְּסוֹד שֶׁבְּחֶֽסֶד
Yesod sheb'Chesed
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Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread. Also called Chag HaMatzot (the Festival of Matzah), it commemorates the Exodus and freedom of the Israelites from ancient Egypt
Torah: Exodus 13:17-15:26; Numbers 28:19-25
Haftarah: II Samuel 22:1-51
https://hebcal.com/h/pesach-2024?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
| | 9:30 AM |
| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
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Services (Sanctuary/Streaming)
View updated mask policy Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/congregationbethdavid
| | 11:30 AM |
| Room/Location | Social Hall
Sukkah Patio
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Kiddush (Sukkah Patio/Social Hall)
Please join us for kiddush lunch on the Sukkah Patio or the Social Hall after services.
View updated mask policy
| | 8:39 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Tuesday April 30, 2024 |
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Today is 7 days, which is 1 week of the Omer
הַיוֹם שִׁבְעָה יָמִים, שְׁהֵם שָׁבוּעַ אֶחָד לָעוֹמֶר
Majesty within Lovingkindness
מַּלְכוּת שֶׁבְּחֶֽסֶד
Malkhut sheb'Chesed
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Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread. Also called Chag HaMatzot (the Festival of Matzah), it commemorates the Exodus and freedom of the Israelites from ancient Egypt
Torah: Deuteronomy 15:19-16:17; Numbers 28:19-25
Haftarah: Isaiah 10:32-12:6
https://hebcal.com/h/pesach-2024?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
| | 9:30 AM |
| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
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Services (Sanctuary/Streaming)
View updated mask policy Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/congregationbethdavid
| | 11:30 AM |
| Room/Location | Social Hall
Sukkah Patio
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Kiddush (Sukkah Patio/Social Hall)
Please join us for kiddush lunch on the Sukkah Patio or the Social Hall after services.
View updated mask policy
| | 8:39 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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