Welcome to the JCC of the East Bay
The Jewish Community Center of the East Bay has provided a Jewish gateway and home to a large community since 1978. People of all ages, faiths and backgrounds are invited to join us as we build community, meet new friends, and celebrate together. Our outstanding programming includes evening arts & culture events, as well as musical performances and holiday celebrations. The JCC is home to a year-round preschool, afterschool, summer and vacation camps, senior lunches, clubs and activities, and fitness classes.
Upcoming Events
May 19, 2013
Sunday Cycle
May 19, 2013 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday, May 19 $5 Suggested Donation
Spring is in the air and we are expanding our Wellness Programs with a new cycle series. Come ride through the streets and hills of Berkeley with other cyclists. The route will be led by local cyclingMay 20, 2013
Creative Reuse Workshop: Tote Bag
May 20, 2013 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$12 General | $10 Member, Senior, Student
Materials, tools and instruction will be provided. No crafting experience necessary. Led by local textile designer, Inbal Shalev.
Monday, May 20 - Creative Reuse: Tote Bag Making
Make tote bagsMay 22, 2013
The I-Thou Experience: Martin Buber in Practice
May 22, 2013 7:00 pm
4 Class Series: Wednesdays, May 22, May 29, Jun 5, Jun 12
7:00pm, $40 General | $30 Member, Senior, Student
To register email allia@jcceastbay.org or call 510-848-0237 x138
This class will be experiential in nature, focusing on what MartinMay 29, 2013
The I-Thou Experience: Martin Buber in Practice
May 29, 2013 7:00 pm
4 Class Series: Wednesdays, May 22, May 29, Jun 5, Jun 12
7:00pm, $40 General | $30 Member, Senior, Student
To register email allia@jcceastbay.org or call 510-848-0237 x138
This class will be experiential in nature, focusing on what MartinMay 30, 2013
Mensch Society Cocktail Concert
May 30, 2013 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Free for JCC East Bay Members and Mensch Society Donors
Join us for the annual gathering of the JCC East Bay’s Mensch Society, a community of donors contributing $100 or more annually. Mensch Society donors and JCC East Bay membersJune 5, 2013
The I-Thou Experience: Martin Buber in Practice
June 5, 2013 7:00 pm
4 Class Series: Wednesdays, May 22, May 29, Jun 5, Jun 12
7:00pm, $40 General | $30 Member, Senior, Student
To register email allia@jcceastbay.org or call 510-848-0237 x138
This class will be experiential in nature, focusing on what MartinJune 12, 2013
The I-Thou Experience: Martin Buber in Practice
June 12, 2013 7:00 pm
4 Class Series: Wednesdays, May 22, May 29, Jun 5, Jun 12
7:00pm, $40 General | $30 Member, Senior, Student
To register email allia@jcceastbay.org or call 510-848-0237 x138
This class will be experiential in nature, focusing on what MartinJune 14, 2013
Shir HaShirim
June 14, 2013 7:30 pm
Second Friday of each month
2013 Dates: May 10, June 14, July 12, Aug 9, Sept (no Sept for High Holidays), Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13
The Song of Songs Minyan comes together for a community Kabbalat Shabbat on the second Friday of everyJuly 12, 2013
Shir HaShirim
July 12, 2013 7:30 pm
Second Friday of each month
2013 Dates: May 10, June 14, July 12, Aug 9, Sept (no Sept for High Holidays), Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13
The Song of Songs Minyan comes together for a community Kabbalat Shabbat on the second Friday of everyJuly 22, 2013
Tu B'Av: Jewish Celebration of Love
July 22, 2013 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$10 General | $7 Member, Senior, Student
Come join us for the day of love and soulmates. We will celebrate Tu B’ Av on July 22nd with music, poetry, food, and dance. There will be activities for everyone! Visit our website for moreJuly 30, 2013
Oakland A's Jewish Heritage Night
July 30, 2013 7:05 pm - 10:00 pm
For group rate tickets, please email allia@jcceastbay.org or call 510-848-0237 x138
Join the A’s for their third annual Jewish Heritage Night in the special Plaza Infield seating area on Tuesday, July 30. All participants thatAugust 9, 2013
Shir HaShirim
August 9, 2013 7:30 pm
Second Friday of each month
2013 Dates: May 10, June 14, July 12, Aug 9, Sept (no Sept for High Holidays), Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13
The Song of Songs Minyan comes together for a community Kabbalat Shabbat on the second Friday of everyAugust 12, 2013
Creative Reuse Workshop: Fabric Collage
August 12, 2013 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$12 General | $10 Member, Senior, Student
Materials, tools and instruction will be provided. No crafting experience necessary. Led by local textile designer, Inbal Shalev.
Monday, August 12 - Creative Reuse: Fabric Collage
Design a wallAugust 22, 2013
Spotlight: Emerging Jewish Voices
August 22, 2013 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$15 General A new series from the JCC East Bay featuring the poems, songs, and artistic reflections of our area’s youngest, freshest, and inspiring new voices. Stay tuned for list of performers!
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