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Kosher Dill Pickleball for a Cause! Help JCoOC support Israel and our community Register here for our March 31st fun-raising afternoon
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Adar Aleph has arrived and with it, the season of gift-giving. Purim 5784 falls on March 23-24. By ordering your Mishloah Manot for family and friends through NA’AMAT, you can share the love and support women, children and families in Israel.
CLICK HERE to place your order(s). Supplies are limited, so don't delay. Gifts will be received by recipients in time for Purim!
Online Jewish Bereavement Support Groups| This week: Parent and Sibling Loss | PLEASE NOTE Thursday, February 15th meeting has been moved to February 22nd
SOUL SPARK AND JERUSALEM SHABBAT Friday, February 16 at 6:30pm Saturday, February 17 at 9:30am Join Rabbi Kvod Wieder, Musician-in-residence Mikey Pauker and other musical guests for two multisensory prayer experiences guaranteed to soothe the soul. At Temple Beth El of South Orange County - 2A Liberty, Aliso Viejo Watch the Livestream
Sunday, February 18 at 9:30am in person SUNDAYS IN SILENCE AND SPIRIT Monthly Jewish Meditation with Rabbi K'vod Wieder at the Merage JCC. This program is hosted by JCoOC's OC Jewish Meditation and Spirituality Collective. Open to all. Participants new to meditation are welcome. Pre-registration is required. Register here
Join Rabbi Wieder on Zoom every Tuesday morning at 9am for Weekly Meditation and Spiritual Practice.
Monday, February 19, 2024 at 9:30am PT ADVANCED LEARNING INSTITUTE Governance and Leadership in Genesis with Bex Rosenblatt In this series, we look to Genesis for biblical ideals of governance and leadership. Contrasting God, Abraham and Joseph, we will consider the shortcomings and successes of three very different models. This week's topic: Abraham the Anti-King Next date: February 26 Click here to register. Watch previous sessions
Thursday, February 22 - 5:00 to 6:30pm PT No session February 15 ONLINE JEWISH BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT Groups led by Chaplain Fran Chalin, BCC/MSW February dates: 1st - Spousal loss 8th - Child loss 22nd - Parent and sibling loss 29th - Circle of Hope & Healing Click here for more information and to express interest
Sunday through Thursday at 6:00pm OC EGAL NIGHTLY MINYAN If you are looking for a place to say Mourner's Kaddish, observe a yahrzeit, or participate in an evening minyan, OC Egal meets online five nights a week. Click here to receive the private Zoom link. All are welcome.
JCoOC is proud to partner with JQ International and Beth Chayim Chadashim for our next Circle of Hope & Healing program RSVP here
Hesed Shel Emet's upcoming Taharah training has been moved to March 17. We hope you can join us. RSVP here
Pack your bags and join us in Great Britain this summer! There are still a few spots open for additional travelers Learn more here ✈️
UPCOMING SPECIAL SHABBATOT AND PROGRAMS
Join a growing, diverse and multigenerational contingent of OC Jewish women choosing to indulge in Ruah Nashim, led by master teacher and spiritual leader Rabbi Shawn Fields-Meyer. A special gift to yourself. Register HERE
If you'd like to learn more about Ruach Nashim, please contact veteran attendees Andrea Alfi or Sandy Rothberg
ONGOING WAYS TO SUPPORT ISRAEL
JCoOC has been raising funds for grassroots relief efforts to help civilians and soldiers in Israel. A percentage of the proceeds from our upcoming Kosher Dill Pickleball Fundraiser will be dedicated to supporting continuing needs of victims of terror, displaced persons and the IDF.
Please join us for this fun, community-building event and consider becoming a sponsor. Thank you!
In Sooth I Know Not Why I Am So Sad Written and directed by Aaron Henne
UCI's Little Theater February 17, 2024 at 7:00pm
Reserve your spot now - seats are limited!
The Jewish Community Foundation Orange County’s Weissman Arts, UCI New Swan Shakespeare Center, and the ADL welcome Theatre Dybbuk back to Orange County to debut the OC rendition of The Merchant of Venice (Annotated). This provocative theatre utilizes contemporary and early modern texts and music to blend Shakespeare, history, and current social discourse to explore prejudice and antisemitism today.
Approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes with an intermission. Recommended for ages 14 and up.
Space is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available. Funding for the Weissman Arts Program is made possible by a generous legacy gift from the Albert Weissman & Rhoda Yvette Weissman Endowment Fund at Jewish Community Foundation Orange County.
From the Holocaust to Hamas: The Faces of Antisemitism Four Thursdays at 12pm PST | Free | Online
The Whizin Center for Continuing Education at American Jewish University presents Professor Michael Berenbaum teaching an in-depth exploration of the multifaceted nature of antisemitism through various historical and contemporary lenses. This profound examination of the different manifestations and historical roots of antisemitism will shed light on its evolution from the darkest chapters of history to present-day persecution and terror.
Please consider making a donation to support this and other valuable AJU learning programs open to the public.
February 8, Session 1: Christian and Muslim Anti-Judaism and Antisemitism February 15, Session 2: The Protocols of the Elders of Zion and Other Big Lies February 22, Session 3: Nazi Antisemitism – Why, however bad things are today, this is not the same February 29, Session 4: Contemporary Antisemitism: Sources, Goals, Priorities, Crises
HaNefesh and Jew by You invite the community to: Creating Blessings with Alden Solovy Sunday, February 25, 2024 9:00 am PT – on Zoom | Cost: $20
My Mah Tovu – A Spiritual Compass Mah Tovu, the five verses that introduce our morning prayers, is designed as a spiritual compass. What are the compass points? How does it help direct our prayers and perhaps our lives? Liturgist Alden Solovy will explore the mysteries of the Mah Tovu, which we will then use as the basis of writing our own thoughts and interpretations of the prayer, guided by prompts. We will deepen our understanding of this simple prayer, using it to create our own reflections.
Rabbi Tilchin and other female rabbis from around the country will join NA'AMAT on Friday, March 8th to recognize International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month. NA’AMAT will intentionally celebrate women who inspire us and those who need our support and attention.
Together we will celebrate, commemorate, comfort and be in community. All are welcome.
TheJewish Collaborative of Orange County is a creative, collaborative, and compassionate community mosaic dedicated to innovating and supporting local and national programming that enriches the landscape of Jewish life and encouraging individuals and families to connect their passions and purpose with Judaism.
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Grounded in the Jewish prophetic value of Pikuach Nefesh, JQ offers free virtual monthly and drop-in support groups for LGBTQ+ Jews and allies. Learn more
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JCoOC is an exempt organization in accordance with Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code EIN: 36-4844121
