Talks & Conversations

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At the JCCSF, we’re always on a quest for something intangible but ever-so valuable: ideas! As a community, sharing thoughts and ideas is part of our core mission. Fresh dialogue fuels our sense of discovery. And it brings us even closer together.

To keep the ideas coming and the conversations going, we bring you thought leaders, entertainers, authors and innovators.

Whether in panel discussions, intimate chats or virtual workshops, these distinguished guests offer diverse perspectives and windows into other cultures and mindsets.

Over the years, we’ve welcomed many luminaries to our stage. Some are well known. Others are rising stars and ones to watch. All are making an impact and elevating our sense of purpose.

February 2025
Tue
25

Jewish Life

Parenting with Purpose: Jewish Wisdom & Dr. Becky

Date
Tue, February 25
Time
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Explore Dr. Becky’s parenting insights alongside Jewish wisdom with Rabbi Batshir. Read along or join a book chat for connection and reflection.
Tue
25

Arts & Ideas

Tina Turner: Queen of Soul

Date
Tue, February 25
Time
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Rock out to Tina Turner, singer, songwriter, actress, legend – a true force of nature whose powerful on-stage energy was the ultimate showstopper.
Thu
27

Arts & Ideas

Richard Pryor: Contemporary Comedic Genius

Date
Thu, February 27
Time
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
In this lecture featuring film clips, learn how Richard Pryor morphed from a generic standup comedian into a no-holds-barred entertainer.
March 2025
Tue
4

Jewish Life

Parenting with Purpose: Jewish Wisdom & Dr. Becky

Date
Tue, February 25
Time
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Explore Dr. Becky’s parenting insights alongside Jewish wisdom with Rabbi Batshir. Read along or join a book chat for connection and reflection.
Wed
5

Arts & Ideas

HÉLÈNE JAWHARA PIÑER – MATZAH AND FLOUR

Date
Wed, March 5
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Delve into the enduring flavors that define Sephardic culinary heritage with the award-winning author of Sephardi: Cooking the History.
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$42 includes cookbook
Thu
6

Arts & Ideas

Josephine Baker: From Enchantress to Secret Agent

Date
Thu, March 6
Time
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Join us for a kaleidoscopic portrayal of this diva through music, documentary clips and rare film footage. Marvel at how she made it big in France.
Tue
11

Jewish Life

Parenting with Purpose: Jewish Wisdom & Dr. Becky

Date
Tue, February 25
Time
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Explore Dr. Becky’s parenting insights alongside Jewish wisdom with Rabbi Batshir. Read along or join a book chat for connection and reflection.
Wed
19

Arts & Ideas

Opera For Laughs: Great Comedic Moments

Date
Wed, March 19
Time
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Think opera is only tragic dying divas and drama? Be entertained as Kip Cranna exposes you to a lighter side of this musical art form.
Fri
21

Arts & Ideas

Springtime Gardening for Small Living Spaces

Date
Fri, March 21
Time
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Interested in doing some planting but have limited room? Small space gardening offers you new and fun options and spring is the time to get started.
Sun
23

Jewish Life

Raising Resilient Families: Talking to Your Kids about Antisemitism 

Date
Sun, March 23
Time
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn strategies to engage and empower your children to adapt and grow through today's challenges.

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