friday | 19
“Ahava Spa Party.” End-of-summer party with exfoliations, chair massage, henna, drinks and food. At Addison-Penzak JCC, 14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos. 5 p.m. $15 and up. (408) 357-7429.
“5th Annual Pride Shabbat.“ Includes Temple Emanu-El Rabbi Dana Magat, Cantor Meeka Simerly and clergy from three other South Bay congregations (Shir Hadash, Beth David and Sinai). At Temple Emanu-El, 1010 University Ave., San Jose. 6:30 p.m. (408) 292-0939.
sunday | 21
“Rising Tide Premier Summer Gala.” Republican Jewish Coalition Northern California’s gala with food and wine, entertainment and speakers. Kosher meal available upon request. At private residence in Palo Alto. 1 p.m. $40-$50. (310) 478-0752.
monday | 22
“Tzedek with a Twist: A Social (Justice) Happy Hour.” Drink, mingle and talk activism with staff from the office of Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.); Union of Reform Judaism’s social action specialist Naomi Abelson; and other Jewish activists. At Indigo Restaurant, 687 McAllister St., S.F. 6 p.m. $10-$13.
tuesday | 23
“Learn to Teach Reading Skills to K-3rd Graders.” Jewish Coalition for Literacy’s volunteer training. At Jewish Community Federation, 121 Steuart St., S.F. 5:45 p.m. Free. RSVP to 415-977-7414 ext. 100.
friday | 25
“Ladino ‘roots’ music.” Rivka Amado and Adama Band will perform traditional Judeo-Spanish songs, as well as original compositions rooted in the Sephardic tradition, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25 at La Peña, 3105 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley. Tickets $12-$15. For more information, call (510) 388-7814.
friday | 26
“BBQ & Barkhu with Congregation Beth David.” Family and young adult outdoor kosher barbecue followed by service. At Congregation Beth David, 19700 Prospect Road, Saratoga. 6 p.m. $10-$18, free for children under 5. RSVP to (408) 257-3333.
sunday | 28
“Teen Expo.” Meet directors of Bay Area teen organizations and learn about youth movements, community service, sports, classes, Israel advocacy programs and more. At Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto. 11 a.m. Free. (650) 223-8649.
“Have-a-heart BBQ.” Open house and barbeque for young adults. Benefit for Israeli nonprofit ELEM’s centers for multicultural youth . At Palo Alto Moishe house, 3394 Sutherland Drive, Palo Alto. 1 p.m. $18-$25. www.moishehouse.org