Discover The JCCSF
Calendar of Events & Classes
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Z3 Conference 2026
Z3 Conference 2026
The Z3 Conference is our public square: a place to celebrate, wrestle with big ideas and dream boldly about what comes next.
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Daniel Kahn & Jake Shulman-Ment – UMRU/UNREST
Daniel Kahn & Jake Shulman-Ment – UMRU/UNREST
The longtime musical collaborators pair new music with Yiddish renditions of iconic songs by great troubadours and bards – Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, Woody Guthrie and more.
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Workshop – Yiddish Song Smuggling, with Daniel Kahn
Workshop – Yiddish Song Smuggling, with Daniel Kahn
Cross borders of language, music, and tradition with Daniel Kahn in a hands-on exploration of translation, adaptation, and the possibilities of modern Yiddish song.
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Hold on to Your Music – A Mother’s Legacy
Hold on to Your Music – A Mother’s Legacy
Mona Golabek, the Grammy-nominated artist, shares her mother’s journey from Nazi-occupied Vienna to wartime London through the multi-award winning film, performance, and conversation.
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Cream: The Legendary Reign of the Original Rock Supergroup
Cream: The Legendary Reign of the Original Rock Supergroup
Thrill to film clips of 1960s musical pioneers Cream, whose powerful and dynamic sound belied the fact they were a trio. Their classics live on.
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Ketubah Renaissance – Reception with the Curator
Ketubah Renaissance – Reception with the Curator
Join the curator to explore the history behind the exhibit more deeply.
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The Lunch Club: Serving Up Tzedek with Repair The World
The Lunch Club: Serving Up Tzedek with Repair The World
Join us for The Lunch Club, a monthly service event in partnership with Repair the World, where we make sandwiches for those in need, build community, and explore food justice.
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Hava NaBaby: Becoming A Grandparent
Hava NaBaby: Becoming A Grandparent
Embrace becoming grandparents and create a meaningful “gift basket” of Jewish wisdom and memories for your children and grandchildren.
Gertrude Stein: a Family Saga Meets the Birth of Modernism
Gertrude Stein: a Family Saga Meets the Birth of Modernism
Discover the surprising story of Gertrude Stein. Get the low down from family member Nick Stein as he reveals the truth of a woman ahead of her time. Taking place in the JCCSF's newly-renovated Kanbar Hall!
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Papercut Workshop: Tradition Takes Shape
Papercut Workshop: Tradition Takes Shape
Turn inspiration from the gallery into something of your own! Explore the patterns, symbols, and intricate details of Ketubah Renaissance, then learn the art of papercutting to create a piece shaped by your own story and style.
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Twist of Tradition: Hands-On Challah
Twist of Tradition: Hands-On Challah
Discover the joy of challah braiding rooted in Jewish tradition. Each month, braid a seasonal challah to take home and bake. Come for the challah, stay for the connection, and leave with something delicious to share.
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Hanukkah Maker’s Market
Hanukkah Maker’s Market
Shop for unique handmade crafts, artisanal foods, and one-of-a-kind gifts from local artists, makers and chefs.
Handmade for Hanukkah: Menorah Ceramic Workshop
Handmade for Hanukkah: Menorah Ceramic Workshop
Get your hands in the clay and make your own ceramic menorah for Hanukkah!
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60+ Thanksgiving Luncheon: Serving Gratitude
60+ Thanksgiving Luncheon: Serving Gratitude
Celebrate with a traditional holiday meal and a meaningful service in fellowship with members of our warm and welcoming community.
A Joyful Thanksgiving Concert: Come Celebrate with Us
A Joyful Thanksgiving Concert: Come Celebrate with Us
Be part of this festive musical event with our special guests, accordionist Jim Rebhan and soprano Barbara Hollinger. It’s a great way to embrace the holiday spirit.
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Hanukkah Coat Drive
Help keep families warm by donating new or lightly used coats of all sizes during the month of December.
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Jewish Women Singers: Raising Their Voices Across Generations
Jewish Women Singers: Raising Their Voices Across Generations
Listen, discover, and sing along as we experience a remarkable musical journey from biblical timbrels to contemporary hot mics.
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Hanukkah Fitness Fun
Get into the holiday spirit with Hanukkah-inspired workouts. From PI-LATKES Mat to candlelight Yoga, to joyful rides, we’ll keep you glowing all season long.
Hanukkah Candle Lighting
Hanukkah Candle Lighting
Light the community hanukkiyah with us every weekday of Hanukkah. Enjoy live music, crafts and fried treats.
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FRAME [ITALY] Film Festival – December 5
FRAME [ITALY] Film Festival – December 5
A two-day Italian film and cultural event pairing films with music, food and hands-on activities. Come enjoy "A Piece of Italy in San Francisco."
Z3 Conference 2026
Daniel Kahn & Jake Shulman-Ment – UMRU/UNREST
Workshop – Yiddish Song Smuggling, with Daniel Kahn
Hold on to Your Music – A Mother's Legacy
Cream: The Legendary Reign of the Original Rock Supergroup
Ketubah Renaissance – Reception with the Curator
The Lunch Club: Serving Up Tzedek with Repair The World
FREE
Hava NaBaby: Becoming A Grandparent
Gertrude Stein: a Family Saga Meets the Birth of Modernism
Papercut Workshop: Tradition Takes Shape
Twist of Tradition: Hands-On Challah
$0 – $5
Hanukkah Maker's Market
Handmade for Hanukkah: Menorah Ceramic Workshop
60+ Thanksgiving Luncheon: Serving Gratitude
A Joyful Thanksgiving Concert: Come Celebrate with Us
Hanukkah Coat Drive
Jewish Women Singers: Raising Their Voices Across Generations
Hanukkah Coat Drive
Hanukkah Coat Drive
Hanukkah Candle Lighting
FREE
Hanukkah Coat Drive
Hanukkah Fitness Fun
FRAME [ITALY] Film Festival – December 5
Hanukkah Coat Drive
Hanukkah Fitness Fun
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