Talks & Conversations

Ages 18+

At the JCCSF, we’re always on a quest for something intangible but ever-so valuable: ideas! Through Talks & Conversations, we bring together thought leaders, entertainers, authors, and innovators to spark meaningful dialogue and inspire curiosity. As a community, sharing thoughts and ideas is part of our core mission. Fresh dialogue fuels our sense of discovery. And it brings us even closer together.

To keep the ideas coming and the conversations going, we bring you thought leaders, entertainers, authors and innovators.

Whether in panel discussions, intimate chats or virtual workshops, these distinguished guests offer diverse perspectives and windows into other cultures and mindsets.

Over the years, we’ve welcomed many luminaries to our stage. Some are well known. Others are rising stars and ones to watch. All are making an impact and elevating our sense of purpose.

Schedule

May 2026
Arts & Ideas

ADEENA SUSSMAN – 100 EASY, BREEZY, TEL AVIV-Y RECIPES

Date
Wednesday, May 27
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The beloved American-Israeli cookbook author shares her fresh, fast, flavor-packed approach to home cooking from her ...
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$45 (includes book)
Arts & Ideas

THE BRAID PRESENTS L'CHAIM, AMERICA! – SALON THEATRE & SHABBAT DINNER

Date
Friday, May 29
Time
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Poignant and humorous contemporary stories illuminate inspiring, diverse Jewish experiences and speak to the America we ...
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$36 (includes meal & show)
June 2026
Arts & Ideas

The Spiritual Wisdom of Bob Dylan – An Evening of Music & Meaning

Date
Monday, June 1
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Experience the spiritual depth of Bob Dylan’s music as Dr. Stephen Daniel Arnoff blends live performance and ...
Arts & Ideas

An Evening with Alex Edelman

Date
Wednesday, June 3
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The Tony and Emmy Award–winning comedian brings his razor-sharp storytelling to the JCCSF for a special evening of ...
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¡Cantamos!: A Latin Jewish Music Journey

Date
Sunday, June 7
Time
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Sing, dance, and connect at this joyful afternoon with a fusion of Latin and Jewish culture in Spanish, Hebrew, and ...
Arts & Ideas

THE KLEZMATICS – We Were Made for These Times

Date
Sunday, June 7
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The Grammy-winning klezmer superstars celebrate 40 years of fearless music-making with songs of protest, resilience, and ...
Arts & Ideas

Death Café: A Conversation About Life & Death

Date
Monday, June 8
Time
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Join a warm, open exchange to explore your thoughts and questions about death and dying. We’ll reflect on life’s ...
Arts & Ideas

MATT HAIG – THE MIDNIGHT TRAIN

Date
Monday, June 8
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The #1 New York Times bestselling author of the global phenomenon The Midnight Library discusses his magical new novel ...
Arts & Ideas

The Doomsday Clock: A Call for Action

Date
Thursday, June 11
Time
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
It’s 85 seconds to midnight and that’s not good for the world. Here’s an expert look at the greatest global ...
Arts & Ideas

Explore Garden Teas: Get Your Sipping Senses Going

Date
Thursday, June 18
Time
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
What makes tea so popular? Settle in for an afternoon learning about growing tea while tasting variations of this ...

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