An acoustic performance by Matisyahu, the reggae and alternative-rock musician, will headline Jewish Family and Children’s Services’ 11th annual Émigré Community Gala on Jan. 28. A silent auction and wine reception at 6:30 p.m. will be followed at 8 p.m. by dinner, dancing and music at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco.
The gala is Northern California’s largest event for Russian-speaking Jews. Proceeds go to support JFCS services, including emergency financial assistance, support for children with special needs and the elderly, and scholarships for youth. A portion of the funds also helps families who have been victims of trauma in Israel.
The Palace Hotel is located at 2 New Mont-gomery St. in downtown San Francisco. Tickets start at $180 and reservation deadline is Thursday, Jan. 12. The black-tie-optional event usually sells out. See www.jfcs.org for details, or contact Lilya Mittelman at (415) 449-1256 or [email protected].