East BayTemple Israel of Alameda Temple Israel of Alameda 3183 Mecartney Road Alameda, CA 94502-6912 (510) 522-9355 [email protected] www.templeisraelalameda.org Interim Rabbi Rabbi Steven Chester [email protected] President Eric Strimling [email protected] The Jewish presence in Alameda for over 100 years–a progressive Reform congregation for all ages. Small congregation on the east end of Alameda is lively and engaging, with a religious school starting at pre-K. Shabbat services every Friday night at 7:30. Temple is about creating community, nurturing souls and enriching lives. Values are shared through an emphasis on home and family, tikkun olam (making the world a better place), Talmud Torah (lifelong Jewish learning) and creating sacred moments of spiritual exploration through worship.