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In the Greater Community

In the Greater Community

Note: The items below are NOT in date order.

January

Make a Lasting Impact – Volunteer as a Mentor or Tutor with Mentor Tutor Connection (MTC)

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in your community? Mentor Tutor Connection (MTC), a nonprofit supporting underserved students in Los Altos and Mountain View public schools since 1997, is seeking dedicated volunteers to join our mentoring and tutoring programs. This is a unique opportunity to give back and help students thrive academically and personally. MTC is in urgent need of mentors to work with high school students. Several students are waiting for a mentor to guide them, provide encouragement, and offer support as they navigate their academic and personal journeys. Time commitment is 1 hour, twice a month. Additionally, MTC is also looking for tutors to support K-8 students in subjects like Math, English Language Arts and more. Whether you have a passion for helping younger students succeed or expertise in a specific subject, your help can make a huge difference in their education. For K-8 students, time commitment is 1 hour per week. To learn more, visit mentortutorconnection.org or  email info@mentortutorconnection.org.

JFCS Presents Scented Solace for Survivors of Domestic Violence
Sunday, January 19, 4:00–6:00 PM, San Mateo

Join JFCS’ YouthFirst teens to practice the Jewish value of chessed (selfless kindness) by making self-care kits of scented sachets, candles and kindness cards for families of JFCS’ Dream Program, which supports victims of domestic violence. REGISTER

Do you know how to play the game of Canasta?
A Beth Am member is looking for others to learn to play Canasta. If you would like to teach Canasta to our community, please email info@betham.org.

OFJCC Presents Mitzvah Day 2025—Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service
Monday, January 20, Various Locations

Join hundreds of community members as we give back to our local communities. This event offers dozens of hands-on projects for both kids and adults. Sign up for projects like restoring habitats, serving lunch and planting trees. Bring your friends and get ready to make new ones as we join together to create a meaningful impact! REGISTER FOR A PROJECT

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February

Jewish Baby Network: Peninsula Newborn Playgroup for Babies 0 - 9 Months
Sunday, February 2, 10:30 AM, Parent's Place, 200 Channing Ave, Palo Alto
Event by Jewish Baby Network
REGISTER

Tu B’Shvat Concert and Nature Experience
Sunday, February 9, 3:30 PM, Congregation Kol Emeth, Palo Alto
Event by Jewish Baby Network
REGISTER

Family Fun Havdalah
Sunday, February 23, 10:30 AM, Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC), Foster City
Event by Jewish Baby Network, PJCC and PJ Library
REGISTER

Blind Spot
Saturday, February1 | 6:00–8:30 PM, OFJCC, Palo Alto
Join an exclusive screening of a powerful new film, Blind Spot, the first documentary to expose campus antisemitism both before and after October 7. This timely and urgent film sheds light on the experiences of Jewish students and families navigating growing antisemitic harassment and incidents on college campuses, perpetrated by students and faculty. LEARN MORE & REGISTER

Jewish Silicon Valley Presents Jewbilee 2025
Sunday, February 2, APJCC, Los Gatos
(Main Jewbilee, 10:00 AM-2:45 PM; Kids Jewbilee, 9:30 AM-12:15 PM)

Join for an annual day of learning. Gain a fresh outlook on creativity and discover practical tools to foster creative resilience in our Jewish communities. Enjoy a moderated conversation between celebrated speaker and educator Rabbi Adina Allen, co-founder of Jewish Studio Project, and Chanan Tigay, The Jewish News of Northern California’s editor-in-chief as they explore Jewish perspectives on why creativity matters more than ever in today’s uncertain world. The day concludes with a closing ceremony facilitated by JLeaders Academy Fellows. Participants will be invited to reflect on their learning and share intentions for creative action to transform their future. LEARN MORE & REGISTER. Ticket Prices:

  • $36 before January 20 | $30 for APJCC members
  • $45 after January 20
  • Kids Jewbilee is Free

J Leaders Forum: The Power of Words
Tuesday, February 4, 2:00 PM, Online

JFCS is partnering with J Leaders and other organizations in the Jewish community to present the exciting next program in the Jewish Leadership Forum. Join renowned author Abigail Pogrebin and Anne Frank Trust UK co-founder Gillian Perry for a conversation that examines the role of language in shaping our world and inspiring action. REGISTER

Mon, January 20 2025 20 Tevet 5785