Using Art to Move from Despair to Resilience
Using Art to Move from Despair to Resilience
Cotati, CA
As Passover approaches, we are charged to celebrate our freedom. Do you have a dilemma this year given the heart wrenching, challenging time for this country? How do we celebrate and feel okay about our own freedom when the foundation of American freedoms seems so shaken? We invite you to join us f…
Sunday, April 6 2025
3:00 PM
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6:00 PM
A Conversation on Antisemitism for Parents
A Conversation on Antisemitism for Parents
Cotati, CA
On Sunday, March 9, Reb Irwin leads us in A Conversation on Antisemitism for Parents, a gentle discussion of the history of anti-semitism, how it takes root in our own lives, and how we speak to our children about it. We will be providing free childcare for ages pre-K - 10. Please be sure to reg…
Sunday, March 9 2025
3:00 PM
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4:00 PM
Tiny Bimah Concert: George Wilde
Tiny Bimah Concert: George Wilde
Cotati, CA
George Wilde is a guitarist, folk/rock/americana singer-songwriter and recent transplant to Sonoma County after a 14-year stint in New Orleans, LA. Presenting selections from his debut album “Regenerator” as well as some covers, George is excited to kick off the Tiny Bimah concert series at Congreg…
Wednesday, April 23 2025
7:00 PM
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8:00 PM
Duplicate: Tot Shabbat (Ignore)
Duplicate: Tot Shabbat (Ignore)
Cotati, CA
Join Liat and George Wilde for a wonderful morning of fun, songs, and community for families with young children (geared towards littles 3 and under). Bagels, snacks, + coffee will be provided. Where: Congregation Ner Shalom, 85 La Plaza, Cotati Co-sponsored by PJ Library.
Saturday, March 29 2025
9:30 AM
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11:30 AM
Sanctuary in Sonoma County
Sanctuary in Sonoma County
Cotati, CA
We know that the present political moment is negatively impacting immigrants across the United States. In Sonoma County, there are several ways that we can show up and be in solidarity. We can support the work of VIDAS (Vital Immigrant Defense Advocacy & Services), a non-profit immigration law offi…
Sunday, March 16 2025
2:00 PM
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4:00 PM
Gittleman & Keller: The Divine for the Time
Gittleman & Keller: The Divine for the Time
Cotati, CA
Let’s talk about God! Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Shomrei Torah, George Gittleman, joins Rabbi Irwin Keller for a conversation about God. What do we mean when we talk about God, and what do we not mean? How do we hold historic God language and imagery? And what is the Divine for this moment – i…
Wednesday, April 9 2025
7:00 PM
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8:30 PM
Finding Strength to Move Towards Freedom: A Jewish & Buddhist Conversation
Finding Strength to Move Towards Freedom: A Jewish & Buddhist Conversation
anytown, CA
Finding Strength to Move Towards Freedom: A Jewish & Buddhist Conversation We often find ourselves in tight places that restrict us and do not allow us to express our true selves. Join Reb Judith and Basha in discussing ways that the traditions of Buddhism and Judaism offer us methods for movement …
Tuesday, April 1 2025
12:00 PM
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1:30 PM
Let's Sing
Let's Sing
Cotati, CA
Times are challenging. As Sojourner Truth says - "If we laugh and sing a little as we fight the good fight of freedom, it makes it all easier. I will not allow my life’s light to be determined by the darkness around me” Let's gather to sing songs of change and resistance and songs that make us want…
Sunday, April 20 2025
2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
Tot Shabbat with Liat & George!
Tot Shabbat with Liat & George!
Cotati, CA
Tot Shabbat with Liat & George! Saturday March 29, 9:30-11:30 Are you longing to connect with other parents of toddlers in a spiritually meaningful way? Would you love to gather with other families in a safe, warm, nurturing space designed with our youngest children in mind? Join Liat and Georg…
Saturday, March 29 2025
9:30 AM
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11:30 AM
Community Seder: Freedom, Resilience, and Welcoming the Stranger
Community Seder: Freedom, Resilience, and Welcoming the Stranger
Cotati, CA
We come together on the second night of Pesach to retell our Story and let it do its work. With the help of our brilliant Passover tradition, we will explore the meaning of liberation, resilience, and welcoming the stranger for each of us. We will do this with symbols and words and conversations ar…
Sunday, April 13 2025
5:00 PM
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8:30 PM