Benefits & social events

sunday | 6

Café Sholom’s annual food & cultural festival. At Congregation Beth Sholom, 1705 Sherwood Ave., Modesto. 9 a.m. $8-$12. (209) 571-6060.

“How Much is Enough? And Other Ethical Dilemmas of Tzedakah.” With Rachel Brodie of “Jewish Milestones.” At Congregation Rodef Sholom, 170 N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael. 9:20 a.m. $10. (415) 479-3441.

“Spring Festival for the Community.” Lag B’Omer Celebration. At Levy Family Campus, 14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos. 1 p.m.-9 p.m. (408) 357-7501.

“Spring Into Action.” Benefit for Shalom Bayit. Tour and tasting at Gordon Biersch Brewery, 640 Emerson St., Palo Alto. 2 p.m. $54. (510) 451-8874.

“Celebrate the Jewish Woman: An Evening of Inspiration, Unity and Joy.” At Canyon View Dining Hall, 680 Bollinger Canyon Way, San Ramon. 4 p.m. $60. [email protected].

Ed Night to honor educators throughout the greater East Bay. At Congregation Beth El, 1301 Oxford St., Berkeley. 6:30 p.m. Reservations required. (510) 839-2900 ext. 235.

tuesday | 8

“The Essential Kabbalah.” At Congregation Rodef Sholom, 170 N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael. 12 p.m. Free. (415) 479-3441.

saturday | 12

Spring fundraiser for Jewish Youth for Community Action. At JCC East Bay, 1414 Walnut St., Berkeley. 7 p.m. $10-$50. (510) 547-2424.