đź“Ł Special Holiday Hours, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, New Art Show & More
This fall, PJCC invites you to stretch both your curiosity and creativity with two distinctive adult enrichment programs. Our D.I.Wise Food Preservation and Mind Sharpener™️ series are designed to spark inspiration, deepen learning, and build community—keeping your hands and your mind fully engaged.
In D.I.WiseFood Preservation, participants explore the time-honored techniques of safe home food preservation in an engaging five-week series. Guided by the UC Master Food Preservers of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties, you’ll delve into fermentation, water-bath canning, cheesemaking basics, fruit spreads, and creative edible gifts. Each Friday session blends science, history, and cultural traditions with practical, hands-on experience. The series culminates in a celebratory tasting party featuring class-made delicacies. No prior experience required—just curiosity and a love of good food! D.I.Wise Food Preservation kicks off on 10/17, click here to learn more.
Mind Sharpener™️ is an evidence-based, award-winning program designed to provide participants with a comprehensive workout to help prevent cognitive loss. It’s designed for individuals who want to exercise their brain to stay sharp. Each session is comprised of fun and engaging activities designed to stimulate the six major cognitive areas of the brain, reaction time, visual-spatial, attention and concentration, memory, language and problem solving. This program is presented by JFCS' Seniors at Home in partnership with PJCC. Mind Sharpener™️begins on 10/21, click here to learn more.
Whether you’re savoring the tang of homemade sauerkraut or the thrill of an eye-opening conversation, these experiences are crafted to keep you inspired, engaged, and connected.
Hands on, minds on—your next adventure awaits at PJCC.
Special Holiday Hours
Kol Nidre (Erev Yom Kippur) |Wed, Oct 1 | 5:00 am –5:00 pm, pools close at 4:30 pm
Yom Kippur | Thu, Oct 2| Center closed (all day)
New Art Gallery Exhibit
PJCC Art Gallery
Chama Mechtaly Art Exhibit
September 26 - December 30
Chama Mechtaly is a Moroccan-born Jewish artist, policy advisor, entrepreneur, and activist, known for her leadership in combatting extremism across both Europe and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. We are lucky that her multimedia art will fill our Gallery this fall, and that she will spend three days in residence with our community!
For both beginner and experienced dancers, you'll start with simple steps, learn a couple of new dances, and enjoy open dance time where favorites can be requested. Come for an afternoon of fun, learning, and connection!
The event will feature a remembrance ceremony, moving art installations, and powerful photographic exhibits. Through personal stories, creative expression, and communal reflection, we remember not only what was lost, but also what still binds us: resilience, solidarity, and the belief in a future healed.
Meet for a lively discussion about topical events. All opinions are welcome, creating a forum for stimulating and thought-provoking conversations led by David Nigel & Jon Levinson.
A delightful mini farmers’ market featuring seasonal produce & goods from local vendors located in front of the PJCC main entrance.
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OCTOBER
PJCC Hamlin Garden Sukkah
Sukkot: Sha’a Ivrit
1:00 - 2:00 PM
An hour of conversational Hebrew for non-native speakers. Join us for a light snack and a chance to practice your conversational skills. Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, everyone is welcome to participate and improve their language abilities!
Celebrate PINK Power with a fun, social evening at Out of the Barrel — community connection and good vibes. Wear pink and bring a friend! Special pint glasses available for purchase. A portion of the proceeds goes towards the PINK Power program.
PJCC Member Peter Bloom will facilitate a weekly group practice session where players of all levels can learn, improve, jam, and practice playing music with others. Each week will focus on a new classic or modern rock song. All instruments welcome. Musicians ages 16 and up only, please.
Happening in the sukkah in appreciation of the generous support from PJCC Community Supporters who donate $180+ annually. Join us for a cozy morning enjoying honey cake, coffee, and apple cider.
Celebrate Sukkot by joining us outside in the sukkah in the Hamlin Garden for some fall harvest treats.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so we will also welcome Rabbi Zoe McCoon, the Community Educator from Shalom Bayit, the Bay Area’s Jewish center for domestic violence response and prevention.
Sukkot: Lunch and Learn in the Sukkah with Rabbi Laurie
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Bring your lunch and sit under the branches with us to learn about the secrets of the holiday. Enjoy the serene atmosphere as we delve into the rich traditions and stories that make this celebration unique.
Bunco is a lively, social dice game that requires no previous experience, making it perfect for newcomers. It’s a game of pure chance, so everyone has an equal opportunity to win, and it’s a fantastic way to meet new people and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon. Beginners are always welcome
Wear your coziest pajamas and join PJ Library friends for a festive Sukkot evening with crafts, stories, pizza dinner, and a family-friendly Havdalah ceremony under the stars.
Join us for a delightful event where guests are warmly welcomed to enjoy both California and American Mahjong. Embrace the spirit by wearing pink, and indulge in light snacks as you play.
Learn from local volunteers how to help immigrants and refugees in the spirit of Sukkot and welcoming the stranger. Discover practical ways to make a positive impact in your community and foster a sense of belonging for those in need.
PJCC is a high-impact not-for-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals and families in our community. Your generous contributions are more than just donations; they are investments in the well-being of our community.
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