friday/31
“Challahween Kabbalat Shabbat.” Halloween-themed Kabbalat Shabbat service with potluck dinner, music and desserts from Sarah Sunshine Catering. At Urban Adamah, 1050 Parker St., Berkeley. 6:30 p.m. Free. www.urbanadamah.org
thursday/13
Sacred chant healing circle. Healing circle offers spiritual support to loved ones through sacred Hebrew chanting. No knowledge of Hebrew required. At Temple Sinai, 2808 Summit St., Oakland. 7 p.m. $18. (510) 845-6420
jewish calendar
Oct. 31, 2014
Cheshvan 7, 5775
Light candles at 5:54 p.m.
Shabbat ends at 6:51 p.m.
Nov. 7, 2014
Cheshvan 14, 5775
Light candles at 4:47 p.m.
Shabbat ends at 5:45 p.m.