This October 7th commemoration will bring the North Peninsula Jewish community together for a shared musical journey led by Israeli-American singer and educator Gilad Paz.

Join us at Wornick Jewish Day School, 7 - 8:30 PM, for a performance drawing on a life lived between Israel and the United States, Gilad uses Israeli music, storytelling, and communal singing to connect people across backgrounds and generations. Shaped by reflections from our own community, the evening will move through memory, grief, resilience, and hope. More than a performance, it is designed to strengthen connection to Israel, Jewish culture, and one another.

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PJCC Conference Room A

Jewish Podcast Club
Tuesday, Oct. 13 | 7:30 - 9 PM

A new series held every other month led by Monica Oestreich and Phil Strause, the Jewish Podcast Club is a welcoming space for thoughtful dialogue inspired by podcast episodes exploring Jewish themes of identity, antisemitism, allyship, and Israel.

The first meeting will discuss the podcast, Call Me Back: "Is There a Final Solution to the Jewish Question?" with Dara Horn
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SEPTEMBER

PJCC Conference Room A

Help Write ‘Get Out The Vote’ postcards
10 - 11:30 AM

Help empower people to vote in this election. We will be writing postcards for Reclaim Our Vote which is a grassroots campaign on increasing BIPOC voter turnout. Through this work, we will help provide early voting locations and times, voter registration deadlines, and information for free rides to the polls. Registration required.
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25

SEPTEMBER

Wornick Jewish Day School

Wornick Cooking in the Sukkah for 3-5 Year Olds and Families
12:30 - 2 PM

Celebrate Sukkot with fun hands-on activities, including cooking, art, and more!

This event is co-sponsored by PJCC and PJ Library.
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SEPTEMBER

Adult Lounge

Drop-in Bunco
1:30 - 3 PM
Every 2nd & 4th Friday

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. Beginners are always welcome.
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SEPTEMBER

PJCC Classroom AB

Bridge Play of the Hand
2:30 - 4 PM

Learn, practice, and play! Join us Friday afternoons for a brief bridge discussion and open play. Beginners and returning players are welcome.

Register for discussion, or simply drop in at 3 PM for open play.
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27

SEPTEMBER

PJCC Hamlin Garden

Under Open Skies: Songs of Sukkot with The Jewish Music Collective
5 - 6:15 PM

The Jewish Music Collective celebrates Sukkot with a program full of klezmer, Yiddish, Ladino, Israeli, jazz, folk, musical theatre, and contemporary music. Inspired by a season of gathering, gratitude, and connection, this concert highlights the richness and diversity of Jewish musical expression across cultures, generations, and traditions.

Doors open at 4:40 PM
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27

SEPTEMBER

PJCC Hamlin Garden

Sukkot Family Party
11 AM - 12:30 PM

Participate in Jewish dances from around the world, get creative at our craft booths, and enjoy celebrating fall with your community!
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SEPTEMBER

PJCC Classroom D

Dot Mandala Workshop
2 - 4 PM

Experience a peaceful almost meditative art form that quiets the body, reduces stress, and lets the inner artist blossom. Dot Mandalas are created using specialized tools, starting in the middle of the canvas and building outward in a symmetrical pattern. Each participant will create and take home their own beautiful, unique artwork.
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27

SEPTEMBER

PJCC

Israeli Dancing
3 - 5:30 PM

Each class begins with foundational steps and starting dances. Intermediate instruction follows, with time for experienced dancers to request their favorites. Participants are welcome to stay for both sessions at no additional cost.
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SEPTEMBER

PJCC Boardroom

Tech Talk: Reliable News Sources
10:30 - 11:30 AM

With great information access comes great responsibility–the responsibility to be discerning consumers of news. Learn how to identify reliable news sources and tell credible information from misinformation.

Presented by AnewVista, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing quality of life by connecting adults to tech, one click at a time.
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SEPTEMBER

PJCC Conference Room A

Building Brain Healthy Habits
1 - 2 PM

Research shows there are everyday habits you can build today to help protect your memory and thinking as you get older, even reducing your risk of cognitive decline and possibly dementia.

In partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association of Northern California.
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SEPTEMBER

Virtual - Zoom

Let's Talk About It
3:30 - 4:30 PM

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.
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SEPTEMBER

PJCC Hamlin Garden

Member Mixer: Cozy Up in the Sukkah
9 - 11 AM

Curious about the sukkah in our garden? Come enjoy a warm drink and chat with the Jewish Life and Member Experience teams. Catch up with a friend or meet someone new, while learning about one of our favorite holidays. Happy Sukkot!

Complimentary event exclusively for PJCC Members.
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SEPTEMBER

Outside PJCC Front Entrance

Farmers' Market
9 AM - 1 PM
Every Tuesday

A delightful mini farmers’ market featuring seasonal produce & goods from local vendors located outside the PJCC front entrance.

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SEPTEMBER

PJCC Boardroom

PJCC Rock Music Players: Come Practice With Us!
7 - 9 PM

Each week will focus on a new classic or modern rock song. All instruments welcome. It’s a great opportunity to connect with fellow musicians and explore new musical styles together. Musicians ages 16 and up only, please.
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OCTOBER

Adult Lounge

Drop-in Mahjong
12:45 - 3 PM
Every Thursday

Come play Mahjong with your friends at the PJCC. Sessions are available for all levels. No instructor will be present. Members and non-members free.

American Mahjong: 12:45 - 3 PM (bring your set and current Mahjong card)

California Mahjong: 12:45 - 3 PM (bring your own set)
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OCTOBER

2208 Bridgepointe Pkwy

PINK Power: Lazy Dog Profit Share
October 1 - 31

Join us and make a difference in our community! Lazy Dog has partnered with us for a month long profit share!

Use promo code ‘01SanMateo’ when you order online or in person, and 15% of proceeds will go to the PINK Power Program.
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OCTOBER

PJCC Hamlin Garden Sukkah

Sukkot, Safety & Support: A Lunch & Learn with Shalom Bayit 
2 PM

The sukkah invites us to reflect on vulnerability, shelter, and safety—making Sukkot a particularly meaningful time to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
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OCTOBER

PJCC Classroom AB

Bridge Play of the Hand
2:30 - 4 PM

Learn, practice, and play! Join us Friday afternoons for a brief bridge discussion and open play. Beginners and returning players are welcome.

Register for discussion, or simply drop in at 3 PM for open play.
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OCTOBER

PJCC Adult Lounge

Crafting Circle
1 - 3 PM

Create, connect, and thrive. As part of our Center for Healthy Longevity, this monthly circle offers a space to slow down, engage your creativity, and build meaningful connections.

Just drop-in for as long as you’d like and join us the first Monday of the month.
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OCTOBER

Meet at the PJCC Front Entrance

Crafting Circle
1:15 PM

Join us for a refreshing group walk on the beautiful Foster City lagoon path and gentle stretching. We walk at a pace fast enough to feel vibrant but slow enough to include most mobility levels. Led by Debi Bohmerwald.
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OCTOBER

PJCC Boardroom

Foundations of Longevity
1 - 2 PM

This evidence-based 4 event series led by Elizabeth Greenfield, explores the emerging science of longevity—what it means to live not just longer but better. 

Oct. 6 : Healthspan vs. Lifespan: Understanding biological versus chronological age and why the distinction changes everything.
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