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New Lehrhaus

Inspired by Franz Rosenzweig’s “Free Jewish Lehrhaus,” established in Frankfurt in 1920, New Lehrhaus is the modern-day hub for adult Jewish learning in the Bay Area.

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New Lehrhaus is the Bay Area’s non-denominational adult Jewish learning institution dedicated to academic excellence, open inquiry, contemporary relevance and cultural and religious pluralism. New Lehrhaus brings students and teachers together in dialogue to explore Jewish sources, traditions, and arts, sustaining and enriching the vibrant spirit of Jewish civilization.

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Multi-session Programs

Rabbi Greg Marcus—Crazy-Busy Jews: Overcoming a Crazy Busy Life as a Professional Using Applied Jewish Wisdom In partnership with J Leaders
Tuesdays, 5/13, 5/27, 6/3
7:00 – 8:30 PM, on Zoom

Rabbi Molly Karp—Martin Buber: A Land of Two Peoples
Thursdays, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29
4:00 – 5:30 PM, on Zoom

One-session Programs

Dr. Rivka Amado – An Odd Couple: Moses and Machiavelli
Tuesday, 4/15
7:00 – 8:30 PM, on Zoom

Marcia Falk: Passover and the Song of Songs
Wednesday, 4/16
7:00 – 8:30 PM, on Zoom

Phillip Kuttner: German Jews or Jewish Germans? History and Music from Mendelssohn to My Family
Monday, 4/28
7:00 – 8:30 PM, on Zoom

Visit newlehrhaus.org to see their ever-expanding offering of programs, classes, lectures and workshops.

Hands of Sofer writes a sefer Torah. In the Torah's 613 commandments, the second to last is that every Jew should write a Sefer Torah in their lifetime.

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Schedule

Upcoming Events
April 2025
Tue
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The Lunch Club: Serving Up Tzedek with Repair The World

Date
Tue, April 22
Time
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Recurring Event
Join us for The Lunch Club, a monthly service event in partnership with Repair the World, where we make sandwiches for those in need, build community, and explore food justice.
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FREE
Wed
23

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Yom HaShoah: Holocaust Remembrance Day

Date
Wed, April 23
Time
10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Come together to learn, honor and remember at San Francisco’s community-wide morning concert and evening Holocaust commemoration presented by the JFCS Holocaust Center with the JCCSF.
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Free
Fri
25

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TWIST OF TRADITION: HANDS-ON CHALLAH

Date
Fri, April 25
Time
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Braid your own challah to take home and bake, filling your kitchen with the comforting aroma of tradition and joy.
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$0 – $5
Sun
27

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Mimouna: A Moroccan Jewish Celebration

Date
Sun, April 27
Time
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Celebrate the end of Passover with Moroccan treats, live music and dancing. All are welcome!
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$28 - $40
Mon
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Bringing Spirituality into the Home: A Training for Parents

Date
Mon, April 28
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Discover how to weave the Jewish tradition of Rosh Chodesh and intentionality into your family life through this meaningful monthly ritual.
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$18
Tue
29

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THE 20th ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN JOINT MEMORIAL SERVICE

Date
Tue, April 29
Time
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
One of the largest global peace events in history, the ceremony provides a unique opportunity for Israelis and Palestinians to grieve together and stand strong in demanding an end to ongoing violence. Be a part of it at the JCCSF.
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Free
Tue
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Yom HaZikaron: Israel’s Memorial Day

Date
Tue, April 29
Time
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Sound Journey: In this Together

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Wed, May 7
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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LILY HENLEY – A NIGHT OF LADINO

Date
Thu, May 8
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Immerse yourself in the soulful melodies of the acclaimed singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist bringing new life to the Sephardic Jewish ballad tradition with her contemporary interpretations.
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Tue, April 22
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6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Join us for The Lunch Club, a monthly service event in partnership with Repair the World, where we make sandwiches for those in need, build community, and explore food justice.
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