BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Jewish Federation Bay Area - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Jewish Federation Bay Area X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://jewishfed.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Jewish Federation Bay Area REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20280312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20281105T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T203000 DTSTAMP:20260818T230748Z CREATED:20260818T230748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T230748Z UID:10002620-1792693800-1792701000@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/congregation-beth-sholom-intro-to-judaism/2026-10-22/ LOCATION:Congregation Beth Sholom\, 301 14th Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94118 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Introtojudiasm.png ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Sholom":MAILTO:apaz-priel@bethsholomsf.org GEO:37.7823739;-122.4732918 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Congregation Beth Sholom 301 14th Ave San Francisco CA 94118;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=301 14th Ave:geo:-122.4732918,37.7823739 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T103000 DTSTAMP:20261007T190151Z CREATED:20261007T190151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T190151Z UID:10002752-1792747800-1792751400@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:¡CANTAMOS! a Latin and Jewish Musical Journey DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/cantamos-a-latin-and-jewish-musical-journey/2026-10-23/ LOCATION:The JCCSF\, 3200 California St\, San Francisco CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/260717_JLL_CantamosPlaydate_1260x944_v1mh.png ORGANIZER;CN="Olamim":MAILTO:info@olamim.org GEO:37.7873469;-122.447428 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The JCCSF 3200 California St San Francisco;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3200 California St:geo:-122.447428,37.7873469 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T120000 DTSTAMP:20261007T190602Z CREATED:20261007T190602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T190602Z UID:10002745-1792749600-1792756800@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Shabbat and Play DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/shabbat-and-play/2026-10-23/ LOCATION:Temple Sinai\, 2808 Summit St\, Oakland\, CA\, 94609\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Family-Center-Classes-shabbatnplay-square.jpg GEO:37.8168396;-122.2646654 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Temple Sinai 2808 Summit St Oakland CA 94609 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2808 Summit St:geo:-122.2646654,37.8168396 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T123000 DTSTAMP:20261007T233607Z CREATED:20261007T233607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T233607Z UID:10002740-1792837800-1792845000@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Torah Time Shabbat Service and Kiddush Luncheon DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/torah-time-shabbat-service-and-kiddush-luncheon/ LOCATION:Congregation Beth Emek\, 3400 Nevada Court\, Pleasanton\, 94568\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/unnamed.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Emek":MAILTO:eddirector@bethemek.org GEO:37.6670987;-121.8558369 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Congregation Beth Emek 3400 Nevada Court Pleasanton 94568 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3400 Nevada Court:geo:-121.8558369,37.6670987 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T113000 DTSTAMP:20260929T232915Z CREATED:20260929T232915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T232915Z UID:10002729-1792922400-1792927800@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Etz Chayim: Family Fun Time DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/etz-chayim-family-fun-time/ LOCATION:Etz Chayim\, 4161 Alma St.\, Palo Alto\, 94306\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Pen-Family-.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Baby Network":MAILTO:Carol@jewishbabynetwork.org GEO:37.411271;-122.1119603 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Etz Chayim 4161 Alma St. Palo Alto 94306 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4161 Alma St.:geo:-122.1119603,37.411271 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T110000 DTSTAMP:20261012T225529Z CREATED:20261012T210219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T225529Z UID:10002765-1792926000-1792926000@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Together in Music: A Celebration of the Israel Philharmonic with Mayim Bialik DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/together-in-music-a-celebration-of-the-israel-philharmonic/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Mayim_Bialik_Philharmonic.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T173000 DTSTAMP:20260827T001419Z CREATED:20260827T001419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T001419Z UID:10002685-1792942200-1792949400@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Design Challenge for 4th and 5th Graders and Middle School Info Session for Parents DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/design-challenge-for-4th-and-5th-graders-and-middle-school-info-session-for-parents/ LOCATION:Wornick Jewish Day School\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Design-Challenge-2026-27.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School":MAILTO:development@wornickjds.org GEO:37.5576087;-122.2671168 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wornick Jewish Day School 800 Foster City Blvd Foster City CA 94404 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 Foster City Blvd:geo:-122.2671168,37.5576087 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T180000 DTSTAMP:20260930T041136Z CREATED:20260916T164921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T041136Z UID:10002711-1792945800-1792951200@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Pink Challah Bake DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/challah-sisterhood-and-strength/ LOCATION:Chabad Jewish Center of Petaluma\, 205 Keller Street #101\, Petaluma\, CA\, 94952\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Pink-Challah-Bake-FB.png ORGANIZER;CN="Chabad Jewish Center of Petaluma":MAILTO:office@jewishpetaluma.com GEO:37.4232923;-122.1029975 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Chabad Jewish Center of Petaluma 205 Keller Street #101 Petaluma CA 94952 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=205 Keller Street #101:geo:-122.1029975,37.4232923 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T190000 DTSTAMP:20261001T200536Z CREATED:20261001T200536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T200536Z UID:10002733-1793124000-1793127600@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:The Kabbalah of Meaning DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/the-kabbalah-of-meaning/2026-10-27/ LOCATION:Chabad Jewish Center of Petaluma\, 205 Keller Street #101\, Petaluma\, CA\, 94952\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/TKOM_Banner_lg.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Chabad Jewish Center of Petaluma":MAILTO:office@jewishpetaluma.com GEO:37.4232923;-122.1029975 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Chabad Jewish Center of Petaluma 205 Keller Street #101 Petaluma CA 94952 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=205 Keller Street #101:geo:-122.1029975,37.4232923 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T203000 DTSTAMP:20260221T000036Z CREATED:20260221T000036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T000036Z UID:10002496-1793125800-1793133000@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:The Art of Havruta: A Mishnah Study Series with Hadar DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/the-art-of-havruta-a-mishnah-study-series-with-hadar/2026-10-27/ LOCATION:Congregation Emanu-El\, 2 Lake St\, San Francisco\, 94118\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Hadar-Beit-Midrash-Photo.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Sholom":MAILTO:apaz-priel@bethsholomsf.org GEO:37.7872124;-122.4596833 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Congregation Emanu-El 2 Lake St San Francisco 94118 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Lake St:geo:-122.4596833,37.7872124 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T193000 DTSTAMP:20260226T192521Z CREATED:20260226T191053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T192521Z UID:10002550-1793520000-1793561400@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Z3 Conference 2026 DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/z3-conference-2026/ LOCATION:Oshman Family JCC\, 3921 Fabian Way\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94303\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Z3-brand-z3project-tagline-vertical.png ORGANIZER;CN="Z3 Project":MAILTO:z3project@paloaltojcc.org GEO:37.4232923;-122.1029975 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto CA 94303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3921 Fabian Way:geo:-122.1029975,37.4232923 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T200000 DTSTAMP:20261009T194309Z CREATED:20261009T194309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T194309Z UID:10002761-1793817000-1793822400@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:A Peek Behind the Iron Curtain: An Evening with Author Daniel Grossman DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/a-peek-behind-the-iron-curtain-an-evening-with-author-daniel-grossman/ LOCATION:Osher Marin JCC\, 200 N San Pedro Rd\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94903 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/An-Evening-with-Author-Danny-Grossman.png ORGANIZER;CN="Osher Marin JCC":MAILTO:lschiff@marinjcc.org GEO:37.9997024;-122.5227772 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Osher Marin JCC 200 N San Pedro Rd San Rafael CA 94903;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=200 N San Pedro Rd:geo:-122.5227772,37.9997024 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T203000 DTSTAMP:20260901T222616Z CREATED:20260901T222616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T222616Z UID:10002686-1793818800-1793824200@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Wornick Day School: Admissions Info Session and Tour for Prospective Parents DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/wornick-day-school-admissions-info-session-and-tour-for-prospective-parents/ LOCATION:Wornick Jewish Day School\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Admissions-Info-Session-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School":MAILTO:development@wornickjds.org GEO:37.5576087;-122.2671168 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wornick Jewish Day School 800 Foster City Blvd Foster City CA 94404 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 Foster City Blvd:geo:-122.2671168,37.5576087 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T130000 DTSTAMP:20261001T205741Z CREATED:20261001T205644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T205741Z UID:10002739-1793880000-1793883600@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Community Security Webinar: Awareness to Action DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/community-security-webinar-awareness-to-action/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Federation Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Community-Security-Training.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T193000 DTSTAMP:20261009T194424Z CREATED:20261009T194424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T194424Z UID:10002760-1793898000-1793907000@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:NY Deli Kosher Pop Up DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/ny-deli-kosher-pop-up/ LOCATION:Chabad of the Neighborhood\, 85 West Portal Avenue\, San Francisco\, C\, 94127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/NY-DELI-Pop-Up-Facebook-Cover-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Chabad of the Neighborhood":MAILTO:Menachemmlevin@gmail.com GEO:37.7398153;-122.4665515 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Chabad of the Neighborhood 85 West Portal Avenue San Francisco C 94127 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=85 West Portal Avenue:geo:-122.4665515,37.7398153 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108 DTSTAMP:20260901T222438Z CREATED:20260901T222438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T222438Z UID:10002673-1793923200-1794095999@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Older To Elder: Elders Shabbaton (Ages 55+) DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/older-to-elder-elders-shabbaton-ages-55/ LOCATION:Chochmat HaLev and Tilden Regional Park\, Berkeley\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Older-to-Elder-series-flyer-2026-7.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Adamah SF":MAILTO:SF@adamah.org GEO:37.8715226;-122.273042 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261106T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261106T133000 DTSTAMP:20261013T210721Z CREATED:20261013T210619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T210721Z UID:10002766-1793966400-1793971800@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:2026 Election Results and Impact on the Jewish Community DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/2026-election-results-and-impact-on-the-jewish-community/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Community Event ORGANIZER;CN="Bay Area Jewish Action":MAILTO:info@bayareajewishaction.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260818T221831Z CREATED:20260818T221831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T221831Z UID:10002671-1794214800-1794218400@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Older To Elder 2026-27 Programs Information Session DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/older-to-elder-2026-27-programs-information-session/ CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Older-to-Elder-series-flyer-2026-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Adamah SF":MAILTO:SF@adamah.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTSTAMP:20260727T195224Z CREATED:20260727T195224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T195224Z UID:10002646-1794268800-1794527999@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Behind-the-Scenes: New York City Art DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/behind-the-scenes-new-york-city-art/ CATEGORIES:Federation Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/AdobeStock_282852189-1-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261111T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261111T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T194155Z CREATED:20261009T194127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T194155Z UID:10002759-1794387600-1794412800@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Chabad of the Neighborhood: Veterans Day Camp! DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/chabad-of-the-neighborhood-veterans-day-camp/ LOCATION:Chabad of the Neighborhood\, 85 West Portal Avenue\, San Francisco\, C\, 94127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Veterns-Day-Camp-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Chabad of the Neighborhood":MAILTO:Menachemmlevin@gmail.com GEO:37.7398153;-122.4665515 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Chabad of the Neighborhood 85 West Portal Avenue San Francisco C 94127 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=85 West Portal Avenue:geo:-122.4665515,37.7398153 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T203000 DTSTAMP:20260827T154802Z CREATED:20260826T201800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T154802Z UID:10002678-1794762000-1794774600@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:StandWithUs Northern California’s 2026 San Francisco Community Reception DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/standwithus-community-reception/ LOCATION:San Francisco\, Location details given upon registration\, San Francisco\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Standwithus-communityreception.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="StandWithUs":MAILTO:info@standwithus.com GEO:37.7749295;-122.4194155 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=San Francisco Location details given upon registration San Francisco United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Location details given upon registration:geo:-122.4194155,37.7749295 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261202T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261202T210000 DTSTAMP:20260901T222050Z CREATED:20260901T222011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T222050Z UID:10002687-1796241600-1796245200@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Wornick Day school: Admissions Info Session for Prospective Parents (Zoom) DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/admissions-info-session-for-prospective-parents-zoom/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Admissions-Info-Session-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School":MAILTO:development@wornickjds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T203000 DTSTAMP:20260805T161932Z CREATED:20260805T161932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T161932Z UID:10002616-1796322600-1796329800@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:AIPAC San Francisco Leadership Event DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/aipac-san-francisco-leadership-event/ CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261206T110000 DTSTAMP:20260827T002759Z CREATED:20260827T002759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T002759Z UID:10002688-1796551200-1796554800@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Hanukkah Party at The Reading Bug with Isaac Zones for 3-5 Year Olds and Families DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/hanukkah-party-at-the-reading-bug-with-isaac-zones-for-3-5-year-olds-and-families/ LOCATION:The Reading Bug\, 785 Laurel St.\, San Carlos\, 94070\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Hanukkah-Party-2026-27.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School":MAILTO:development@wornickjds.org GEO:37.5043565;-122.2579642 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Reading Bug 785 Laurel St. San Carlos 94070 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=785 Laurel St.:geo:-122.2579642,37.5043565 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T190000 DTSTAMP:20261014T171718Z CREATED:20261014T171718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T171718Z UID:10002768-1797098400-1797102000@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Under Friedl’s Wing DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/under-friedls-wing/ LOCATION:3092 16th Street San Francisco\, CA 94103 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Mannys.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T203000 DTSTAMP:20261014T171814Z CREATED:20261014T171814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T171814Z UID:10002769-1797103800-1797107400@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Under Friedl’s Wing (2nd show) DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/under-friedls-wing-2nd-show/ LOCATION:3092 16th Street San Francisco\, CA 94103 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Mannys.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270107T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270107T210000 DTSTAMP:20260827T000604Z CREATED:20260827T000604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T000604Z UID:10002689-1799352000-1799355600@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:TK/Kindergarten Readiness Info Session (Zoom) DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/tk-kindergarten-readiness/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Kindergarten-Readiness-2026-27.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School":MAILTO:development@wornickjds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270110T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270110T113000 DTSTAMP:20260827T002821Z CREATED:20260827T002821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T002821Z UID:10002690-1799575200-1799580600@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Science Fun for Families with 0-5 Year Olds DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/science-fun-for-families-with-0-5-year-olds/ LOCATION:Wornick Jewish Day School\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/Science-Fun-2026-27.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School":MAILTO:development@wornickjds.org GEO:37.5576087;-122.2671168 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wornick Jewish Day School 800 Foster City Blvd Foster City CA 94404 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 Foster City Blvd:geo:-122.2671168,37.5576087 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270121 DTSTAMP:20260916T233708Z CREATED:20260728T172910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T233708Z UID:10002649-1800403200-1800489599@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Day of Philanthropy DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/day-of-philanthropy/ CATEGORIES:Federation Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/dop2027image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270224 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270301 DTSTAMP:20260727T194753Z CREATED:20260727T194753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T194753Z UID:10002647-1803427200-1803859199@jewishfed.org SUMMARY:Mexico City DESCRIPTION:As Israel approaches another election on October 27\, a familiar anxiety is settling over the country: that the societal divisions exposed post-October 7 will continue to widen under political campaign pressure. One Jewish Federation Bay Area grantee in Israel is betting on a different outcome — not one that stems from more dialogue\, but from institutions built to make cooperation last. A Bet on Structure\, Not Just Sentiment  Living Together was founded to not only address ideological polarization in Israeli society but structural as well. Dialogue alone\, they argue\, tends to evaporate once a crisis fades. Lasting impact comes from institutional bodies\, dedicated funding\, and formal mandates that require people to keep showing up to the table\, year after year. Supporting Living Together means investing in a more resilient Israeli democracy through structural solutions. And as Israelis head to the polls this October\, that infrastructure may be exactly what holds the country together.  A Region Chooses Partnership  Living Together has convened a regional tourism task force in the Gaza Envelope (Western Negev) spanning kibbutzim\, Bedouin communities\, ultra-Orthodox cities\, and development towns to support communities hit hardest on October 7. Using shared economic interest as an entry point\, the group is now being formalized into a permanent Regional Tourism Directorate\, incentivizing these municipalities to keep sharing resources and shaping a narrative that honors each community’s identity.  Additionally\, Living Together runs Shenihye Re’uyim (“That We May Be Worthy”)\, an initiative led by bereaved families\, wounded soldiers\, and returned hostages pressing politicians and leaders in the media toward a more respectful public discourse. The campaign is pushing for something Israel has never had: a Knesset committee or national directorate that makes social cohesion a permanent\, funded state priority.  Bridging Academic and Ideological Divides  Israel’s research and policy institutes play a significant role in shaping public discourse and policy\, but professional connections across ideological lines have grown increasingly rare. In partnership with the Paris Center at the University of Haifa\, Living Together has convened an active working group of researchers and leaders from across the political spectrum to develop practical tools for navigating disagreement. The relationships built through this network are laying the groundwork for greater collaboration and strengthening democratic resilience\, including the capacity to work together in moments of national crisis. Why This Matters Right Now  Israel’s next election is set for October 27\, and polarized political campaign rhetoric threatens to deepen the very divisions Living Together works to heal.   Barak Loozon\, director of the Federation’s Israel office\, calls this election a genuine test of Israeli democracy. He sees Israel at a crossroads on three fronts: its internal social contract\, the Jewish diaspora-Israel relationship\, and its role in a changing Middle East (Living Together’s work speaks directly to the first).  Loozon also points to a related Federation supported effort: a six-month process convening bereaved families and returned former hostages\, including Druze\, Bedouin\, Haredi\, Arab\, religious\, secular\, and the left and right\, around their shared experiences. The resulting campaign\, built on the Hebrew wordplay of machane (which means both camp and common denominator)\, urges Israelis to vote however they choose without losing their common ground.   Shared Ground\, Shared Action  As Living Together’s CEO Keren Sokoloff puts it\, the goal is to heal Israeli society “not just through words\, but through shared action\, shared resources\, and shared administration.”  That’s also the logic behind the Federation’s own Israel strategy\, which is organized around three pillars: Rebuilding Together\, Civil Society & Democracy\, and Shared Society\, where social cohesion isn’t treated as an end in itself\, but as the means to rebuilding a stronger Israel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Through strategic funding and grants\, the Federation works to foster thriving Jewish communities in the Bay Area\, Israel\, and around the world. To learn more about the Federation’s Impact Areas\, click here.  URL:https://jewishfed.org/event/mexico-city/ CATEGORIES:Federation Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishfed.org/wp-content/uploads/AdobeStock_227985241-1-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR