PTBE Brotherhood invites the PTBE Community to an evening with PTBE member Bart Charlow, author of A Catskill Carnival: My Borscht Belt Life Lived, Lost and Loved.
Bart will discuss his book, followed by Q&A, and book signing. Dessert and coffee will be available. More information here.
Questions? Contact PTBE Brotherhood
Driving MadeleineWe continue our next movie with Driving Madeleine,, a 2022 French film.
Approximately 1 hour 31 mins running time and is unrated.
We will learn about the movie from Roger Feigelson, watch it together, and following the movie Aviv Siegel will lead us in a lively discussion and see how the topic connects to our annual theme of Chesed, and to our lives.
Please register here. Indicate whether you are planning to come in person or join us on zoom. (Link will be sent to registrants.)
Join us for a captivating discussion with Oren Katzir as he shares his firsthand account of returning to Israel after the October 7 attacks, his reenlistment with the IDF, and his subsequent experiences in Gaza. Gain unique insights into the realities and complexities of the conflict and its profound impact on the Israeli people.
Oren will share his perspectives on broader regional dynamics, including threats from Hezbollah and Iran, and provide an outlook on Israel's future. He'll also address the rampant misinformation surrounding the situation and suggest sources for more reliable information.
Please register here.
Questions? Contact Rob Purnell
Temple members are invited to join us for our last Community Shabbat Dinner May 3 at 5:15 p.m. This dinner will precede our Shabbat Hallelu Service which begins at 6:30 p.m. Please RSVP by Friday, April 26 to let us know how many of you will be attending so that we can plan food accordingly. Please include yourself in the total number of adults.
Upon registration, we will bill your temple account.
We are able to offer reduced pricing to participate, with thanks to a generous donation from a PTBE Family underwriting the cost of dinner.
Cost:
Adults 13-64/ $25 $20
Seniors 65+/ $20 $15
Children, ages 5-12/$20 Free
Children, under 5/ Free
RSVP here by April 26
Join us for the next PTBE/PTS drop in hosted by PTBE. Please note that familiarity with the game is required since there will be no instruction.
Bring your card, yourself and a friend or two. Also some of the advanced and intermediate tables play for money so do not forget your change purses.
Register to join us at PTBE.
Contact Lisa Bernstein with any questions about registration.
Sunday, April 14 in Fellowship Hall
Seder: 3-5 PM $20 per person
Join Beth El Women for a special pre-Seder event led by Rabbi Lisa and Cantor Elana celebrating the women of the Exodus and exploring the Passover story through a feminist lens. We will retell the Passover story with a special focus on honoring the women who empowered the journey, those who came before us, and those in our everyday lives who inspire and lift us up. Bring your favorite Passover dessert and a recipe card to share. Invite your PTBE friends to join you!
This year at the Seder we are collecting women’s products and diapers for Samaritan House. Your donation is truly needed and appreciated.
Volunteers! If you would like to help on the day of the event please send us an email.
This event is open to adults and teens of all genders 13+
Register Here by Monday, April 8
Cost: $20/person
Questions? Contact Beth El Women
We continue our next movie on a new night (Saturday) with Living, a 2022 British film.
Approximately 1 hour 42 mins running time and rated PG-13.
We will learn about the movie from Roger Feigelson, and watch together. Following the movie we will study a related Talmudic story, share a lively discussion about education, students, and teachers, and see how the topic connects to our annual theme of Chesed.
Please register here. Indicate whether you are planning to come in person or join us on zoom. (Link will be sent to registrants.)
It's not only kids who get to experience the joy of Jewish Camping! Join your PTBE clergy team Friday 3/29-Saturday 3/30 for a Shabbaton in the beautiful setting of (newly renovated) Camp Newman in Santa Rosa! We will pray, learn, hike, sing, and of course roast s’mores around the campfire - all the fun camp offers! Our theme will be “A Sanctuary in the Wilderness.”
Cost $280/person. Includes 4 meals and lodging.
Lodging For our overnight, PTBE has access to a limited number of rooms in either The Lodge or the Authentic Cabins. PTBE Staff will assign rooms on a first come, first serve basis. We will take into consideration all information shared on the registration form including: accessibility needs, party size, other individual/personal needs, etc.
Learn more about Camp Newman’s accommodations here.
Register here By March 22.
What will we do?
Here’s a sample retreat schedule:
Friday, March 29
5:00 Arrive, Check in Rooms
5:45 Welcome, Intros
6:00 Shabbat Dinner
7:00 Kabbalat Shabbat service
8:30 Bonfire/S'mores/Music around the campfire
9:30 Late night oneg
Saturday, March 30
8:30 Breakfast
9:30-11:00 Shabbat morning service
11:00 Break/Snack
11:30 Group Program
12:30 Lunch
1:30-3:00 Chuggim Alef (hike, Torah study, craft)
3:00-3:30 Break
3:30-5:00 Chuggim Bet (hike, Torah study, craft)
5:30-6:15 Sh’ah Simcha (Happy Hour)
6:15-7:15 Dinner
7:15 Havdallah and good-byes
Deadline to register has been extended to Friday, March 8, 2024.
Cancellation policy: Up to March 6, 2024 full refund. Prior to March 15, 75% refund. Between March 15-22, 50% refund. After March 22, no refund.
Questions? Contact Kate Lauzar
Purim Happy Hour and Shabbat Service Featuring Iconic Hits by Jewish Musicians, Friday March 22
Join us for a pre-service Happy Hour from 5:15-6:15 p.m. with The Rise of Mordechai, Esther Persia-Politans, and Haman-ade (non-alcoholic) along with some light snacks. Costumes are encouraged!
RSVP for the Happy Hour here so we can plan accordingly.
Stay for services and join PTBE Clergy, Alison Levy, and the Hallelu Band for an upbeat Purim Shabbat service with hit songs from your favorite Jewish artists like Neil Diamond, Carole King, Billy Joel, Van Halen and more!
Purim Spiel and Carnival Sunday, March 24
Our annual Purim Carnival begins with the Purim Spiel from 10-11 a.m. followed by the carnival from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Games, food, prizes and MORE.*
*The Shushan Cafe accepts cash only.
All children through 6th grade must be accompanied by an adult.
We continue our next movie on a new night (Saturday) with the 2015 Swedish movie A Man Called Ove.
Approximately 2 hour running time and rated PG-13.
We will learn about the movie from Roger Feigelson, and watch together. Following the movie we will study a related Talmudic story, share a lively discussion about education, students, and teachers, and see how the topic connects to our annual theme of Chesed.
Please register here. Indicate whether you are planning to come in person or join us on zoom. (Link will be sent to registrants.)
The PTBE community is invited to join our clergy and Rodfei Tzedek to observe Repro Shabbat, an initiative of the National Council of Jewish Women. We will be joined by Jewish documentary filmmaker Erin Persley to learn about her upcoming film, Human Shield. Erin documents the story of clinic escorts who ensure the safety of patients as they seek reproductive health care. Stay after Shabbat services for Oneg treats and a discussion with Erin and Rodfei Tzedek about how we can continue to work for reproductive rights.
Contact Rebecca Schwartz for more information.
Tuesdays: Feb 6, 13, 27 and Mar 5, 19, 26
5:30-6:30 p.m.
In person at PTBE, Fireside Room
Have you been talking about God lately? Come and join the conversation with Rabbi Genevieve Greinetz as we explore different ideas and imaginings of God across the span of history. We will look at ideas of God in Torah stories, Jewish philosophies across the ages, and into contemporary thought and art. You’ll walk away with plenty of food for thought and, hopefully, your own personal theology in this six-session course!
Non-Member: $18/Class
To RSVP, please email Nakia in the front office by Monday, February 5.
Join us for the next PTBE/PTS drop in hosted by PTBE. Please note that familiarity with the game is required since there will be no instruction.
Bring your card, yourself and a friend or two. Also some of the advanced and intermediate tables play for money so do not forget your change purses.
Register to come soon to join us at PTBE.
Contact Lisa Bernstein with any questions about registration.
Temple members are invited to join us for our next Community Shabbat Dinner February 2 at 5:15 p.m. This dinner will precede our Shabbat Hallelu Service which begins at 6:30 p.m. Please RSVP by Friday, January 26 to let us know how many of you will be attending so that we can plan food accordingly. Please include yourself in the total number of adults.
Upon registration, we will bill your temple account.
We are able to offer reduced pricing to participate, with thanks to a generous donation from a PTBE Family underwriting the cost of dinner.
Cost:
Adults 13-64/ $25 $20
Seniors 65+/ $20 $15
Children, ages 5-12/$20 Free
Children, under 5/ Free
RSVP here by January 26
We are kicking off 2024 Movies & Midrash with Stand and Deliver, an American drama from 1988 selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant".
1 hour 39 min running time and rated PG.
We will learn about the movie from Roger Feigelson, and watch together. Following the movie we will study a related Talmudic story, share a lively discussion about education, students, and teachers, and see how the topic connects to our annual theme of Chesed.
Please register here. Indicate whether you are planning to come in person or join us on zoom. (Link will be sent to registrants.)
Jewish Meditation Practice with Saul Kaye
Tuesday, January 9, 16, 23, and 30
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
In Person Only
Members and non-members register here.
Join prayer leader Saul Kaye for an hour of meditation with a Jewish setting twist. Through text prompts, niggunim, breath work, and quiet, add a moment of peace and reflection to your week.
PTBE members - no fee.
Non-Member: $18/Class
We continue our Movies & Midrash this year with the theme of Chesed - Kindness, Loving Kindness to Radical Kindness and everything in between and more.
We will meet for our next movie, which is a French film from 2001 - Amélie (About 2 hours and rated R).
Roger Feigelson and Aviv Siegel will lead a lively discussion about the movie and continue to unpack what Chesed is, and what the movie can teach us about embedding Chesed in our lives.
Please register here. Indicate whether you are planning to come in person or join us on zoom. (Link will be sent to registrants.)
Please join Rodfei Tzedek in the discussion of the book by Christina Figueres and Tom Rivett-Carnac. We have copies of the book to share, please contact Rabbi Rebecca. The book is also available at our local libraries.
Please RSVP to Nancy Schneider.
Join us for the next PTBE/PTS drop in hosted by PTBE. Please note that familiarity with the game is required since there will be no instruction.
Bring your 2023 card, yourself and a friend or two. Also some of the advanced and intermediate tables play for money so do not forget your change purses.
Register Here to join us at PTBE.
Contact Lisa Bernstein with any questions about registration.
Full day conference at the Oshman Family JCC, Palo Alto
Come together in Palo Alto for the 9th annual Z3 Conference, the home and hub for honest dialogue between Israeli and the Diaspora Jewish communities. Gather with Jewish community to hear some of the leading thinkers and make connections with others attending.
PTBE members use this link to purchase tickets, as our guests. Tickets will be free with this link.
Twelve Months by the Bay: a Pacifica-PTBE Journey Together is the Interfaith Friendship Committee’s (IFC) major program in 2024 and a joint initiative with the Pacifica Institute of the San Francisco Bay Area. This collaboration aims at bringing members of the PTBE and the Turkish-Muslim communities together on a twelve-month journey to foster friendship and understanding by literally walking side by side.
People who travel together, grow together. Learn more here.
Please RSVP for our kick-off dinner on November 4 and the programs for the first quarter of 2024.
Questions? Contact Anita Siu or David Prager
Join us for our next Shabbat Hallelu Service on Friday, November 3 at 6:30 p.m.
This service will be preceded by our Community Dinner for members beginning at 5:15 p.m. Please RSVP by Friday, October 27 to let us know how many of you will be attending so that we can plan food accordingly. Please include yourself in the total number of adults.
Upon registration, we will bill your temple account.
Cost:
Adults 13-64/ $25
Seniors 65+/ $20
Children, ages 5-12/$20
Children, under 5/ Free
Register here by October 27
Join us for brunch and a delectable morning with Beth Lee, author of The Essential Jewish Baking Cookbook and the delightfully delicious blog OMG!Yummy. The morning will be devoted to the many wonderful ways we make memories and connections through cooking, stories and recipes that bring meaning to our lives.
Get your signed copy of Beth's book! The Essential Jewish Baking Cookbook will be for sale that morning. Cash, checks and electronic forms of payment are accepted.
Cost:
$25 Brunch
$20 Softcover book
$30 Hardcover book
Click here to register. Deadline to register is Tuesday, October 24.
We can't wait to connect with you!
Questions? Please contact us at bewptbe@gmail.com
Please join us for our first movie of the year. The 1963 classic Sidney Poitier movie: Lilies of the Field. (About 1:35 hours, unrated but considered PG)
Roger Feigelson and Aviv Siegel lead a lively discussion about the movie and related Jewish ideas.
Please register here. Indicate whether you are planning to come in person or join us on zoom. (Link will be sent to registrants.)
Rabbi Lisa and Lisa Meltzer Penn will lead a discussion about Moriel Rothman-Zecher's Sadness Is a White Bird.
A 19-year-old Israeli soldier whose best friends are Palestinian twins is driven to the breaking point by conflicting loyalties. This passionate, poetic coming-of-age story set in a mine field, brilliantly captures the intensity of feeling on both sides of the conflict.
(Fiction, 288 p. 2018)
To find out more, go to: https://jewishcommunitylibrary.org/book_club_selections/moriel-rothman-zecher-sadness-is-a-white-bird/
Books are available in the Temple office during business hours to borrow, compliments of the San Francisco Jewish Community Library. Please stop by to reserve yours.
Happy Reading! We look forward to another interesting book club!
It's the last Movies and Midrash until Fall, so join us in watching the 1965 classic movie A Patch of Blue. (1:45 mins, unrated but considered PG-13) Roger Feigelson and Aviv Siegel will lead a lively discussion about the movie: things that we see, things that we do not see, and things we choose not to see. Such contemplations are as relevant as ever.
Please register here. Indicate whether you are planning to come in person or join us on zoom. (Link will be sent to registrants.)
We are transforming Fellowship Hall into a sophisticated lounge. Call a babysitter for the kids and take your date out for a night of smokin' Jewish Blues with Saul Kaye.
Bridging the gap between the Mississippi Delta and the Torah, Saul Kaye has pioneered a new genre of Jewish Music. In this rare solo intimate concert, Saul will be exploring his roots and the music that inspired him to dig deeply into the blues.
Complimentary wine, beer and snacks. Relax in our debut PTBE lounge to enjoy this great night of entertainment. Adults only please. Non-members are welcome.
PTBE members - No cover charge.
Non-Member Cover charge - $18
Join us for our next Shabbat Hallelu Service on Friday, May 5 at 6:30 p.m.
This service will be preceded by our last Community Dinner of this fiscal year for members beginning at 5:15 p.m. Thank you to everyone who registered. We will bill your account upon registration.
You are most welcome to join us on Sunday April 23 at 6:00 p.m. for our next Movies & Midrash, in a hybrid format.
We will watch the 2016 Israeli movie The Women's Balcony, learn about the movie from Roger Feigelson and share a lively discussion about the movie. It is a great movie that is very timely with what is happening today between those who are less observant and those who are more, the role of women in these clashes, while treating the subject with a lot of sensitivity and with a smile. The movie The Women's Balcony (about 1:36 hours) is not rated, but I would guesstimate it is PG, and we will end the evening by 9:00 p.m..
Please register here and indicate whether you are planning to come in person or join us on zoom (link will be sent to registrants).
Jewish Meditation Practice with Saul Kaye
Thursday, 4/20, 4/27,/5/11, 5/18, 6/1, 6/8
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
In Person Only
Members and non-members register here.
Come experience meditation in community from the Heart of Judaism. Saul Kaye has been meditating for 24 years and you may have experienced his meditation style in previous classes. We will sit together, sing some niggunim, enjoy the silence and do some learning.
No experience is required.
Wear comfy clothes!
Non-members are welcome to join!
PTBE members - no fee.
Non-MemberFee for series $90.
Peninsula Temple Beth El 1700 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo 94403 650-341-7701
