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Youth & Families

At Jewish Gateways, we’re all about learning as a family, making Judaism accessible, and connecting Jewish tradition to everyday life. We’re excited to welcome you into our inclusive community! Join us for an upcoming event, explore our learning programs, or schedule time to grab coffee with Rabbi Steph.

Family Programs

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Nourish and Nurture
Our monthly group for families with young children. We’ll connect, enjoy bagels and explore how to bring Jewish values into everyday family life in ways that feel personal and doable. Sessions include childcare!
0-Pre-K
Cora, Arusha and Sam.HEIC
Growing Together
Our alternative to your typical Hebrew school, Growing Together is all about learning as a family. Children engage in art, music and play-based learning, while parents participate in guided group discussions.
Pre-K-5th Grade
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B-Mitzvah
Our unique two-year B-Mitzvah program is personalized for each student (and includes parents!). We'll design a learning project, customized ritual or ceremony, and offer optional Hebrew study. We can go traditional or create something totally new.
6th-7th Grade

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Upcoming Events

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Family Hanukkah Fun
Saturday, December 20 • 3:30-5:00 pm
Berkeley

Celebrate a joyful Hanukkah party for parents and kids! Join us for donuts, crafts, games, stories, and songs as we celebrate the holiday of light. We’ll gather as a community to end with candle lighting together.​

 

For families with kids 4–9; younger and older siblings welcome.

Past Events

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Rosh Hashanah with Jewish Baby Network 
Sunday, September 14 • 10:30 am-12:00 pm
Berkeley

Celebrate the new year with Rabbi Steph and Jewish Baby Network! We’ll sing, dance, craft, play with the parachute, and welcome the new year together by the bay.

 

For families with kids 0-5 years old.

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Reverse Tashlich Waterway Clean-Up 
Sunday, September 28 • 10 am-12:30 pm
Berkeley

On Rosh Hashanah, we gather at the water’s edge for Tashlich, symbolically casting away our mistakes as we begin the new year. Reverse Tashlich takes that ritual one step further by removing actual trash and pollution from our shoreline to help heal the world.

 

Join us for this family-friendly, hands-on cleanup. For families with kids 4 and up, younger children are welcome with adult supervision.

Grab Coffee with Rabbi Steph

We’d love to get to know your family one-on-one! Schedule time to grab a coffee (or tea) with our Family Learning Director, Rabbi Steph Kennedy. In addition to welcoming you to the Jewish Gateways community, she’ll answer questions, connect you to Jewish resources, and help you navigate what Judaism looks like for you and your family.

Sign Up For Our Monthly Family Newsletter

Every fourth Sunday of the month, check your inbox for invitations to join us for upcoming family events and programs. We’ll also include helpful resources, holiday guides, and creative activities for you and your family.

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