Jewish Community Center of San Francisco

08/26/2026

We're still savoring the energy from our sold-out evening with Caroline Chambers! 🍽️✨

The New York Times bestselling cookbook author joined us for a lively conversation with Substack co-founder Hamish McKenzie about making weeknight cooking faster, easier and a lot more enjoyable.

Hungry for more? On October 5, Honey & Co. chefs Itamar Srulovich and Sarit Packer join their longtime friend Samin Nosrat for a heartfelt conversation about food, hospitality and the joy of gathering around the table.

🎟️ Learn more and get tickets @ https://bit.ly/4gSRFfa

08/25/2026

Ready to roll up your sleeves and braid some challah? 🥖

Join us each month to create your own seasonal loaf to take home and bake. We’ll bring the dough, flavors and festive inspiration – you bring your creativity!

🗓️ SEP 25 – Latin Heritage with Jewtina y Co. + Olamim
🗓️ OCT 23 – Fall Harvest
🗓️ NOV 20 – Mizrahi Heritage Month with JIMENA
🗓️ DEC 18 – Hanukkah

All are welcome, and no culinary experience is needed. RSVP encouraged; drop-ins welcome while supplies last.

🥖 Explore the series and register: https://bit.ly/3USSdZQ

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.

08/24/2026

Looking for a preschool where your little one can explore, play and grow? Brotherhood Way Preschool has limited openings available in its Twos classroom for the current school year.

At JCCSF Preschools, children learn through play, curiosity and connection in a warm, welcoming community inspired by Jewish values.

✨ Space is limited – learn more and inquire today.

Our play-based preschool offers a full-day, year-round program for kids age 2 – 5, through transitional kindergarten in San Francisco.

08/19/2026

Join us for a special screening of the acclaimed documentary The Last Class, followed by a live conversation with Robert Reich exploring his remarkable career, enduring ideas and new memoir, Coming Up Short.

🎟️ Learn more and get tickets: https://www.jccsf.org/event/robert-reich-the-last-class/

https://www.jccsf.org/event/robert-reich-the-last-class/

Bay Area friends, I hope you’ll join me! I’m looking forward to being with you all to watch The Last Class, a documentary capturing my final semester teaching and discuss my latest book, Coming Up Short. I will be in conversation with Heather Kinlaw Lofthouse, my co-host on the Coffee Klatch podcast.

Secure your spot: https://www.jccsf.org/event/robert-reich-the-last-class/

08/18/2026

From first rehearsal to unforgettable performances, Musical Theater brought creativity, confidence and plenty of joy to JCCSF Summer Camp 2026! 🎭

A standing ovation for our campers, counselors and teaching artists who brought each production to life – and to the families who cheered them on every step of the way. 👏

The curtain may have closed on camp, but Musical Theater takes the stage again at the JCCSF this fall! 🌟

08/11/2026

Hats off to Team San Francisco! 🏆

Our athletes proudly represented our community at this year’s JCC Maccabi Games® in Kansas City, joining more than 800 Jewish teens from around the globe for an unforgettable week of competition, connection and Jewish pride.

A heartfelt shoutout to the JCCSF’s own Bryan Wells, Eddie Rosemont and Max Braxton-Taylor for supporting and cheering on our teens throughout the week. 🙌

Team SF highlights:
🥇 4 gold | 🥈 7 silver | 🥉 11 bronze
🏐 Girls Volleyball: GOLD – just one set lost all tournament
⚽ Girls Soccer: SILVER – after battling back-to-back lightning delays

We couldn’t be prouder of all you accomplished. Mazel tov, Team SF! 💙

08/06/2026

Welcome a sweet new year filled with connection, reflection and possibility. Come experience the sounds, traditions and joyful spirit of the High Holidays at the JCCSF. ✨

Explore all High Holiday events and register: https://www.jccsf.org/program/high-holidays/ 🔗

UPCOMING EVENTS
📣 Shofar Shout-Out // WED, AUG 19 – SEP 19, 9:30 – 10:00 AM
🐝 Sweet Beginnings: Rosh Hashanah Festival // SUN, AUG 30, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
🕯️ Yizkor Memorial Service // WED, SEP 9, 11:30 AM – NOON
🍎 60+ Jewish New Year Luncheon // WED, SEP 9, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🎻 Danubius: Eastern European Musical Performance // WED, SEP 9, 1:15 – 2:15 PM
🎶 Soul-Fi Sessions: Sounds of Elul // THU, SEP 10, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
🥾 Trails & Traditions: Walking into the New Year // TUE, SEP 15, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
☎️ Artist Talk: The Art of Sacred Conversation // WED, SEP 16, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
🧘‍♀️ Rosh Hashanah Yoga for Renewal // FRI, SEP 18, 5:00 – 6:30 PM
🌊 Reverse Tashlich: Ocean Beach Cleanup // SUN, SEP 20, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

🎨 The I & Thou Phone: Your Direct Line to the Divine // Sep 9 – Sep 23
🥫 JFCS Annual Food Drive // THROUGH SEP 30

08/04/2026

Ready to say “Shalom” to something new? 👋

Fall registration is now open for Hebrew Classes at the JCCSF! Whether you’re starting with the alef-bet, continuing your studies or working toward greater fluency, our engaging classes help you build your reading, writing and conversational skills in a friendly, supportive community.

Choose from online and in-person options for a variety of experience levels.

📅 Classes begin Tuesday, September 8
🔗 Explore classes and register: https://bit.ly/4yQDX3h

Hebrew classes are open to students of all levels seeking to start, continue or perfect their study on the modern Hebrew language.

07/29/2026

Long day. Low energy. Dinner still needs a plan. Caroline Chambers gets it. 🍽️

Join the New York Times bestselling cookbook author at the JCCSF as she celebrates her newest book, "What to Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking: Make It Fast" – filled with quick, flavorful recipes that make dinner doable, even on the busiest days.

Caroline sits down with Substack co-founder Hamish McKenzie to discuss how sharing recipes on the platform helped grow her community and establish her as a go-to voice for approachable home cooking.

Come for the inspo. Take home the cookbook! A copy is included with every ticket. 📖

🗓️ THU, AUG 20, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
📍 JCCSF
🎟️ Get your ticket – link in bio

07/27/2026

First class = crushed! 💪🎉

A big JCCSF welcome to Susanna and Mary Norma, who recently took their first Urban Fit class with Charles. We love seeing new faces jump in, try something new and bring such great energy!

Show Susanna and Mary some love and a warm welcome in the comments!