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Shabbat Message: A “good sealing” for happiness, health and peace

Posted on September 18, 2026September 18, 2026 by Theresa Strecker

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Dear CJC Members & Friends,

We are in the midst of an eventful season for CJC. Our services on Rosh Hashanah (last Friday and Saturday) were well-attended and well-received. Many people commented on how wonderful the music was and how heartfelt the prayers were. I was pleased to be able to share what’s been on my mind in the form of an evening sermon and a morning sermon.

In the weeks ahead, we have a busy schedule of events and holidays, which you can read about below. But I want to mention that today, we are getting ready to welcome Shabbat Shuvah, which falls between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. If the Days of Awe are a period that requires effort, examination, and reflection, Shabbat Shuvah is like being in the eye of the storm.

High Holy Days 2026/5787

Posted on September 15, 2026September 18, 2026 by Theresa Strecker

L’Shana Tova! May you and your family be blessed with a sweet New Year filled with love, joy, health, insight and peace. We welcome you to Coastside Jewish Community’s New Year observances and celebrations.

Our services will be led by Rabbi Moshe Heyn and Cantorial Soloist Cindy Paley. All services will be held in Half Moon Bay.

Please remember, whether you are a CJC member, family member, friend or guest, registration for each holiday is required. In-person and virtual details will only be sent to registrants. No tickets are necessary, just check in when you arrive.

Register for Yom Kippur Services

Find Your Friendship Group!

Posted on August 10, 2026September 1, 2026 by Laura

Looking to make new friends and build community within CJC? We’re forming Friendship Groups—small clusters of 2–3 families or singles who get together about once a month. Whether you’re hoping to connect with people your age, fellow parents, or join an intergenerational mix, we’ll help you find your people. Once connected, the Friendship Group members will […]

Shabbat

Posted on August 4, 2026September 1, 2026 by Laura

Our next Shabbat celebration will be on Friday, September 25 – Shabbat in the Sukkah in Half Moon Bay, 6pm

Email Brianne for the location and to RSVP for this service.

Sukkot

Posted on August 3, 2026August 28, 2026 by Laura

We will celebrate Sukkot on Friday, September 25. Join us for “Shabbat in the Sukkah” in Half Moon Bay, 6pm We will gather for a kid-friendly Shabbat service and potluck dinner in (or near) our sukkah. Kick off this week-long harvest festival by helping to decorate the sukkah. Shake the lulav, smell the etrog, and […]

Simchat Torah Dance Party in Half Moon Bay
Saturday, October 3, 7-9pm

Posted on August 2, 2026August 28, 2026 by Laura

Simchat Torah is a joyful holiday that marks the end of our annual Torah reading cycle. Traditionally on this holiday, Jews come together to dance like crazy, often in circles with someone holding or dancing with the Torah in the center. This year, Jewish dance specialist Bruce Bierman will facilitate a variety of Jewish dances in the […]

Book Club

Posted on August 1, 2026August 17, 2026 by Laura

Coastside Jewish Community Book Club meets approximately once every two months at members’ homes. We read all kinds of books that are in some way related to Judaism, and generally ensure our books are available through a library. We usually get together in person, and make online access available if anyone tells us they need it. Quite importantly, we get together to enjoy each others’ company.

We will discuss An Officer and a Spy, by Robert Harris on Wednesday, October 14, at 7pm.

For more information, email Vaughn

CJC Youth Group?

Posted on July 30, 2026August 3, 2026 by Laura

Dear Parents, We’re reaching out to gauge interest in a multi-age CJC Youth Group consisting of smaller groups of elementary, middle, and high schoolers. They would get to know each other in the context of Jewishly-related learning and enrichment opportunities that may include field trips. As a first step, we’re inviting all Jewish and Jewish-adjacent […]