A Giants game, an incredible Shabbat dinner, Torah learning, and more.
The Three Weeks are here but Jewish SF isn't slowing down. Whether you're looking for community, learning, or just something fun to do this week, there's a little bit of everything.
Candle lighting: Friday, July 10 at 8:15 PM
Havdalah: Saturday, July 11 at 9:19 PM
Parashat: Matot-Masei
Tuesday, July 7
⚾ SF Giants Jewish Heritage Night ⭐
One of the biggest Jewish community nights of the summer. Grab a special event ticket to receive an exclusive Jewish Heritage Night Giants jersey as the Giants take on the Blue Jays.
🕖 6:45 PM
📍 Oracle Park
🔗 TIX
📖 Parashat Hashavua with Rabbi Joey Felsen
A relaxed, welcoming weekly Torah class covering the week's parashah. Whether you're a regular or it's your first time, everyone is welcome.
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Anshey Sfard
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📚 Judaism 101 at Sha'ar Zahav
A new Zoom intro class covering the Jewish calendar, Shabbat, holidays, rituals, prayer, and life cycle basics. Great for anyone new to Jewish practice or just wanting to deepen their knowledge.
🕖 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 Zoom
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Wednesday, July 8
Parsha In Focus with Rabbi Yaakov Zarchi
A weekly Torah study with Rabbi Yaakov Zarchi, digging deeper into the parsha.
🕖 7:00–8:00 PM
📍 Chevra Thilim, 751 25th Ave
Friday, July 10
🍽️ NextGen Shabbat with Chef David Nayfeld ⭐
One of the highlights of the summer. Join young Jewish professionals for Shabbat dinner featuring acclaimed San Francisco chef David Nayfeld of Che Fico.
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 JFCS, 2150 Post St
🔗 RSVP HERE
🕍 Welcome Rabbi Sam Tygiel
Congregation Sherith Israel welcomes Assistant Rabbi Sam Tygiel with Kabbalat Shabbat services followed by an oneg.
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Congregation Sherith Israel
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🕯️ Chabad SF Shabbat Dinner
Classic Chabad Friday night dinner at Knesset Israel Chabad. Open to all backgrounds and affiliations.
🕖 7:00–10:00 PM
📍 873 Sutter St
🔗 RSVP HERE
🕯️ Community Shabbats
Looking for somewhere to spend Shabbat? You really can't go wrong. So many incredible communities.. go out and explore what resonates!
Saturday, July 11
🍽️ Community Kiddushes
One of the best ways to meet people in SF is simply showing up for Shabbat morning. Nearly every synagogue has a kiddush after services, and visitors are always welcome.
Keep An Eye On 👀
💃 Rikud By The Bay (Tuesday, July 14) — Israeli folk dancing returns. Beginners are always welcome.
🎬 San Francisco Jewish Film Festival (July 16–August 2) — The world's longest-running Jewish film festival returns with premieres, conversations, and screenings across the Bay.
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🍽️ CYP Shabbat Dinner (Friday, July 17)
A warm Shabbat dinner with Chevra young professionals featuring great food, great people, and an incredible atmosphere.
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🏕️ SF Shabbat Camping Trip (July 30–August 2)
A community camping weekend at Lake Camanche with Shabbat, hiking, swimming, campfires, and hopes of putting together a minyan.
🔗 RSVP
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- Gabriel