Or Shalom Jewish Community

05/14/2026

Join us this Sunday for a Shavuot hike to the Peaks! ✨🥾

Sunday, May 17 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Celebrate Shavuot with us on a scenic community hike from Glen Canyon Creeks to Peaks North Trailhead (Portola Dr & Glenview Dr) up toward Twin Peaks.

Along the way, we’ll reflect on Moses’ climb up Mount Sinai with a few meaningful moments to pause, connect, and take in the views 🌿🏔️

The hike is about 2 miles round trip and best for those with solid physical ability. We’ll keep a flexible pace based on the group and the weather. All ages welcome!

Register for free here: https://www.orshalomsf.org/.../shavuot-family--community... #

04/28/2026

✨🥾 Shavuot Hike to the Peaks
Sunday, May 17 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Celebrate Shavuot with us on a scenic community hike from Glen Canyon Creeks to Peaks North Trailhead (Portola Dr & Glenview Dr) up toward Twin Peaks.

Along the way, we’ll reflect on Moses’ climb up Mount Sinai with a few meaningful moments to pause, connect, and take in the views 🌿🏔️

The hike is about 2 miles round trip and best for those with solid physical ability. We’ll keep a flexible pace based on the group and the weather. All ages welcome!

Register for free here: https://www.orshalomsf.org/event/shavuot-family--community-hike.html #

04/07/2026

Join Or Shalom & community for an interactive Passover-inspired walk through San Francisco's newest park! As we stroll along the beach, we'll explore innovative ways people are connecting with Passover. This family-friendly event is suitable for all ages, with group discussions, learning opportunities, and games for children.

The program will conclude at 12 p.m., and we invite everyone to bring lunch and snacks to share, enjoying a community picnic in the park. Be prepared for a fair amount of walking, so don't forget sunscreen, water, comfortable shoes, and anything else you'll need to stay comfortable.

Register for FREE here:
https://www.orshalomsf.org/event/sunday-family-program2.html

02/23/2026

We are so excited to offer two teen collective gatherings to close out this semester.

🎳 Saturday, March 7 | 1–4pm
3-stop Mission Disctirct food tour + bowling at Mission Bowling Club

🎨 Saturday, April 25 | 1–4pm
KAWS exhibit (and others!) at San Francisco Museum of Modern Art + lunch together

Both events are fully paid for by Or Shalom.

All teens are invited, and they are warmly encouraged to bring friends, cousins, and others.

Please RSVP using the link in our bio, and stay tuned for additional details about meeting locations and logistics.

As always—be in touch with questions, needs, or ideas💚

02/13/2026

We're so excited for our Family Purim Carnival, coming up in a few weeks on Sunday, March 1st, from 10am-12pm at Bernal Heights Playground! 🎭🥳🎈

Save the date and get ready for amazing art and game stations, prizes, Mishloach Manot making, a costume parade down Cortland, and more! All are invited and warmly welcomed 🤍

12/01/2025

✨ Two amazing Shabbat gatherings this weekend—one for our littles, one for our teens! ✨

All are welcome as we keep building intentional, joyful community across the full spectrum of our Or Shalom family.

👶 Shabbat Shalomies (Tots!)
We’re tapping into a little early Hanukkah magic this month. Bring a snack to share, and meet us at our new location—Noe Valley Playground. Look for the puppets and the guitar on the grass behind the jungle gym!

🧑‍🎨 🍕 Teen Collective
A fresh new time + a creative art project designed for self-expression, connection, and fun. And yes… pizza is absolutely happening.

Both events are free, open to all, and require a quick RSVP on our website.

Reach out anytime with questions—we can’t wait to gather with you! 💛✨

10/10/2025

Join us for an informative session on Or Shalom's Community School and Sunday Family Program. Designed for families and children, these programs focus on hands-on Jewish practices and community engagement. Our Community School invites 1st-6th graders to explore Jewish traditions through the theme of Mayim/Water, fostering connections to heritage and community. The Sunday Family Program offers experiential adventures for families to engage with Jewish life today. All are welcome to learn more and ask questions.

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10/09/2025

Curious about Or Shalom’s youth programs? 🌊✨

Join us on Zoom, Wednesday, October 15 at 6:30pm for a 45-minute info session on our Community School and Sunday Family Program!

🌀 Or Shalom Community School (Tuesdays, 4:30–6pm) — for 1st–6th graders to dive into hands on, arts & exploration filled Jewish ritual, creativity, and community. This year’s theme: Mayim / Water!

🌿 Sunday Family Program (Sundays once a month) — hands-on adventures around San Francisco exploring Jewish life through nature, art, and curiosity. Open to all families!

Come learn more, ask questions, and connect with our team. All are welcome 🤍

Register at the link in our bio! 🔗

09/28/2025

Join us for the formal 5786 kick-off of our Youth and Family Programming! 💚

Gather in community to call in the joy and cultivation of Sukkot.

We’ll collectively decorate the Sukkah, invite our ancestors in, and celebrate the season’s bounty with a delicious potluck, songs, and arts & crafts.

While this event launches our Youth and Family Programming for the year, everyone — of all ages — is welcome!

📅 Sunday, October 5th, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 At the home of Jurate Raulinaitis & Kirk Schneider in Ingleside Terrace.
Address and contact information will be provided in the confirmation email after registration.

❣️Please bring:
~Photos or items representing ancestors you’d like to include in the Sukkah
~ A dish or items to share for the potluck

About the hosts: Kirk Schneider, Jurate Raulinaitis, and their Brooklynite writer-son Benjamin Schneider have been Or Shalom members for about 28 years. Jūratė is a cellist in the renowned Or Shalom Music Ensemble, and Kirk is an existential-humanistic psychologist and author.

♿ Health & Accessibility Info: Access to the Sukkah is via flat but uneven terrain along stepping stones. The program will take place outdoors.

Register at the link in bio! 🌿

08/28/2025

Enrollment is open for 2025-26 Youth & Family Programs! Join us!

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