sunday/17
“Hope into Practice: Jewish Women Choosing Justice Despite Our Fears.” Author-activist Penny Rosenwasser discusses and reads from her book, followed by Q&A. At a private home in San Francisco. 2 p.m. Free. Also at Laurel Bookstore, 1423 Broadway St., Oakland. 7 p.m. Free. Also May 31 at a private home in Oakland. 10:30 a.m. Free. Contact the author for locations. www.pennyrosenwasser.com/bookings
thursday/21
“An Evening with Chana Bloch and Ellen Bass.” Readings by two local, award-winning poets. At JCC East Bay, 1414 Walnut St., Berkeley. 7:30 p.m. $8-$10. www.jcceastbay.org
“Beyond the Silk Mills.” Author Leslie Rupley discusses her novel about the saga of a Jewish family in early 20th century New York City and New Jersey. At Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living, 4000 Camino Tassajara, Danville. 1:15 p.m. Free. [email protected]