Shabbat celebrations typically include candle-lighting, music, a commentary, discussion, and, of course, an Oneg (refreshments) and social time.

These small groups meet monthly at members homes or other locations for activities planned by their members and plenty of socializing. New groups form as the interest arises.

We have a topical program or discussion followed by an oneg once a month. Programs vary from speakers on social or cultural issues to films, books or exhibits offered by our members. An oneg follows, $5 for non-members and members are free.

We participate in other activities in the Jewish and general San Diego communities, such as the JCC’s Israel Day, House of Israel in Balboa Park, and Agency for Jewish Education Center for Continuing Education.

Our Madrikha and Cantor conduct Erev Rosh Hashanah, Rosh Hashanah, Tashlich, Erev Yom Kippur – Kol Nidre, and Yom Kippur Break the Fast celebrations.  We create new liturgy regularly to keep the programs fresh and topical. Instrumental and vocal music is an integral part of every observance.
Rosh Hashanah 2008 Reading
Kol Nidre 2008 Reading
Yom Kippur 2008 Reading

We offer a unique secular Seder with a professionally catered meal. There are also humanistic adaptations of other Jewish holidays that we enjoy including Sukkot, Hanukah,  Tu B’Shevat, Purim, Passover, Yom Ha’Shoah, and Yom Ha Atz’maut.  Our community marks an array of life cycle events, such as Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, weddings, child namings, life achievement, and memorial ceremonies.