Congregation Kol Emeth

Intro to Judaism with Rabbi Booth

OFFICE HOURS

Our office is closed on Mondays and Saturdays. Before you visit the office, please give us a call at (650) 948-7498 & dial "0" for reception desk, or you can email office@kolemeth.org.

Sunday & Friday: 9:00am - 2:00pm

Tuesday - Thursday: 9:00am - 4:00pm

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All Are Welcome

Everyone is welcome at our egalitarian Jewish community in the heart of Silicon Valley, in Palo Alto, California. Kol Emeth is a place to learn, grow, pray, and make face-to-face human connections. Come and meet people from all walks of life and all backgrounds. We want to warmly welcome you to our services and our community.

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Our Upcoming Events

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Sunday ,
AugAugust 10 , 2025

TaNaCH Study with Morat Derech Sarah
Sunday, Aug 10th 10:00a to 11:30a
Have you ever wanted to read the entire Bible all the way through? Study the TaNaCH (Torah, Prophets, and Writings) as a larger spiritual and literary work, as opposed to by the parsha? Are you wondering about the larger picture and connections? Want to dive deeper into the various stories, characters, and themes? Then, this is the class for you! We will meet most Sunday mornings (unless it conflicts with other Adult Ed or holiday events). February dates are Sunday the 11th and 18th.
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Sunday ,
AugAugust 10 , 2025

Intro to Judaism with Rabbi Booth
Sunday, Aug 10th 11:25a to 12:25p
Seeking meaning in your life? Interested in learning how Judaism can help you find joy, connection, and meaning? Whether you are exploring Judaism, considering becoming Jewish, or already Jewish but wanting more meaning, this is the class for you!
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Sunday ,
AugAugust 10 , 2025

Men's Havurah Summer Backyard BBQ
Sunday, Aug 10th 4:00p to 7:00p
Join the Men’s Havurah for a fun-filled afternoon BBQ. A great opportunity to meet, shmooze, eat, drink, and dig into the summer with other Kol Emeth men.
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Sunday ,
AugAugust 17 , 2025

Israel Tzedakah Series
Sunday, Aug 17th 10:00a to 11:00a
Lights that Pierce the Darkness: Highlighting Three Charities in Israel Join Rabbi Booth as we explore three different health care initiatives in Israel. Presented on zoom only.
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Tuesday ,
AugAugust 19 , 2025

Lunch & Learn: Jewish Views on the Afterlife
Tuesday, Aug 19th 12:00p to 1:00p
Join Rabbi Booth and Rav Weisberg for a look at Biblical, Talmudic, and mystical sources on the afterlife as we explore our own beliefs.
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Friday ,
AugAugust 22 , 2025

Back-to-School Family Friday
Friday, Aug 22nd 5:45p to 8:00p
Join us for some Mad Science, services, and Shabbat dinner, with old friends and new friends to be made! This is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with each other and an important chance to meet the teachers they will be learning with this year. Plus, who doesn't love a little Mad Science?! We can't wait to see you!
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Sunday ,
AugAugust 24 , 2025

TaNaCH Study with Morat Derech Sarah
Sunday, Aug 24th 10:00a to 11:30a
Have you ever wanted to read the entire Bible all the way through? Study the TaNaCH (Torah, Prophets, and Writings) as a larger spiritual and literary work, as opposed to by the parsha? Are you wondering about the larger picture and connections? Want to dive deeper into the various stories, characters, and themes? Then, this is the class for you! We will meet most Sunday mornings (unless it conflicts with other Adult Ed or holiday events). February dates are Sunday the 11th and 18th.
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Tuesday ,
AugAugust 26 , 2025

Lunch & Learn: Jewish Views on the Afterlife
Tuesday, Aug 26th 12:00p to 1:00p
Join Rabbi Booth and Rav Weisberg for a look at Biblical, Talmudic, and mystical sources on the afterlife as we explore our own beliefs.
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Wednesday ,
AugAugust 27 , 2025

Israel Tzedakah Series
Wednesday, Aug 27th 8:00p to 9:00p
Lights that Pierce the Darkness: Highlighting Three Charities in Israel Join Rabbi Booth as we explore three different health care initiatives in Israel. Presented on zoom only.
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Friday ,
AugAugust 29 , 2025

Hospitality Shabbat
Friday, Aug 29th 6:00p to 8:00p
This Friday, stay home from Synagogue. Yes, we're serious. Stay home. But...get two challot. Invite a dear friend or someone you think would love a Shabbat dinner. Or just have dinner with your family, but make it special with candles, matzah, and blessing your children.
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Tuesday ,
SepSeptember 2 , 2025

Good Grief! Widow & Widower's Group
Tuesday, Sep 2nd 10:00a to 11:30a
Widows and Widowers are invited to join us off-site for coffee, tea, and conversation on Tuesday, September 3, in the Community Room.
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Tuesday ,
SepSeptember 2 , 2025

Lunch & Learn: Jewish Views on the Afterlife
Tuesday, Sep 2nd 12:00p to 1:00p
Join Rabbi Booth and Rav Weisberg for a look at Biblical, Talmudic, and mystical sources on the afterlife as we explore our own beliefs.
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Wednesday ,
SepSeptember 3 , 2025

Women's Book Group: The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum
Wednesday, Sep 3rd 10:30a to 12:00p
The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum: The Rise and Fall of an American Organized-Crime Boss by Margalit Fox
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Tuesday ,
SepSeptember 9 , 2025

Lunch & Learn: Jewish Views on the Afterlife
Tuesday, Sep 9th 12:00p to 1:00p
Join Rabbi Booth and Rav Weisberg for a look at Biblical, Talmudic, and mystical sources on the afterlife as we explore our own beliefs.
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Tuesday ,
SepSeptember 9 , 2025

Israel Tzedakah Series
Tuesday, Sep 9th 8:00p to 9:00p
Lights that Pierce the Darkness: Highlighting Three Charities in Israel Join Rabbi Booth as we explore three different health care initiatives in Israel. Presented on zoom only.
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Tuesday ,
SepSeptember 16 , 2025

Lunch & Learn: Jewish Views on the Afterlife
Tuesday, Sep 16th 12:00p to 1:00p
Join Rabbi Booth and Rav Weisberg for a look at Biblical, Talmudic, and mystical sources on the afterlife as we explore our own beliefs.
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Sat, August 9 2025 15 Av 5785

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