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These programs are made possible by generous donations to the
Federation's Annual Campaign.
Rosh Hashana 5071

High Holiday Schedules 5771
for Greater Santa Barbara Area Synagogues

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI):
WATERSHEDS AND WETLANDS
Mondays, Aug. 30 – Oct. 25 (no class Sept. 6), 10 am-noon.
Learn about and visit your local watershed and wetlands. Discuss local conservation issues and restoration projects, including the endangered snowy plover. Learn how people are intervening to try and restore balance to these natural systems. more

Santa Barbara hearing loss logoA monthly support group for the hearing impaired, exploring ways to help each other find our place in a hearing world. Discuss the latest in hearing technology, cochlear implants, service dogs, captioning, hearing aid compatible telephones, and computer tools. Come join us for helpful monthly programs, refreshments and fellowship. Find your place in a hearing world!  Thurs., Sept. 16, 1-3 pm: Understanding and Using Assistive Listening Devices more

Mentorships

Mentor Training
Volunteers helping at-risk youth.
Wed., Sept. 22, 9 am-12:30 pm
Read about the Mis Tres Caras Program
For information contact:
805.957.1115 or corin@sbjf.org

YAD Break-the-Fast
at Helen & Dan Curhan's Home!
Sat., Sept. 18, 7:30 pm
Food, swim, celebrate! more

YAD Sukkah partyYAD Sushi, Sake & Sukkah Building
Sunday, September 19, 4:30-6:30 pm
At the Bronfman Family JCC
Come help us build our Sukkah and celebrate the New Year. Enjoy sake, sushi and each other’s company and party like its 5771! more

Michael Enriquez, The PackerPioneer Jews and Contemporary Western and Historic Art
Through October 29.
Mixing the history of the Jews in Santa Barbara with prominent early western artists like O.E. Berninghaus, Edward Borein, Jose Cisneros, Alexander Harmer, and Channing Peake and with contemporary western and cowboy (and cowgirl) artists like Michael Enriquez, Nance Hodge, Joe Milazzo, Joel Phillips, Jeff Sojka and Jim Stuckenberg makes this exhibition unique on the art scene. The famous Peter Treadwell Fiesta photograph and the series of flamenco dancers by Charles Minsky only increases the excitement. Introduce the speculative theory that explorer Juan Rodriquez Cabrillo might have been a Sephardic Jew from Spain, and the exhibition is as fun and explosive a way to kick off Fiesta as cascarones on the head!
Mentorships

Mentor Training
Volunteers helping at-risk youth.
Wed., Sept. 22, 9 am-12:30 pm
Read about the Mis Tres Caras Program
For information contact:
805.957.1115 or corin@sbjf.org

Women's "Chai" TeaSave the Date!
Women’s "Chai" Tea
Sunday, October 3, 3 - 5 pm
at the Canary Hotel Rooftop
Join us for a warm, low-key opportunity to connect with old and new friends, and to reconnect with your Jewish Federation. Learn how to get involved with the new and exciting things happening at the Federation. In honor of the Jewish Federation’s 36th anniversary, a minimum gift of $36 to the 2010 Annual Campaign is required to attend.

Comedian Jackie Kashian

FALL DOWN LAUGHING THIS FALL!
Comedy Night 
Thursday, October 7, 2010, 6 - 8 pm
Professional Comedian Headliner
Jackie Kashian, Emcee Weezy Palanker
Special performances by Comedy Club students
A great event for all ages!
Bring your family and friends.
Food & drinks provided for your smiling face. more

Domestic Violence Solutions for SB County
and Jewish Federation present:
Flowers Aren't Enough
Wednesday, October 13 at 7:00 p.m.
A powerful, uplifting story of Michal, a young woman from an upper-middle class family who finds herself in an abusive relationship. We witness Michal sinking into darkness and then watch how she takes charge of her life and rediscovers herself. Reception follows the performance. Admission free. read more

THE MONDAY JOB SEEKERS
New weekly class, Oct.18-Nov. 8, for help and support for doing the job search right!
Mondays, 9:45-10:45 am. more info
A Help First offering to the community!

A minimum Annual gift of $365 is required to attend this popular annual event. A great way to get inspired and in turn, inspire others!

more about Guest Speaker Sharon Pucker Rivo

October 24, 2010 will be a
SUPER SUNDAY
Phones, Food, Fun
Make a super difference!
Help others make a difference!
Come any time from 9:30 am to 3 pm
Read more here
Live Generously

Community Photo Gallery

Better Than Words!
View photos from JCC events.

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JCC Library
Jewish history, religion and culture; reference books; novels; videos, a children's library, and a Holocaust Educational Resource Center. more

ONGOING BOOK SALE
Look for our book cart, located in the library or lobby. By donation.

FEDERATION COMMUNITY NEWS
Reunion for a local Nazi Germany Refugee and Survivors after 70 years, 7/20/10
Dr. Elizabeth Wolfson Resigns, 7/14/10
Avi Gross-Schaefer z"l, 2/12/10
Thomas Blatt testifies at the Demjanjuk Trial
Rudy Herlinger z"l 1/10/10

Focus on Federation newsletter
For news about Federation's activities, read our Focus on Federation quarterly newsletter, and monthly Program Guide. In the mail or online... click here to read the current issue.

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FOOD DRIVE  You "Can" Help
When you visit the JCC, please bring a non-perishable food donation. We are a food collection site for Catholic Charities. Your donations will go to families in need, at a time when needs keep increasing.
FIGHT HUNGER, FEED HOPE.

List Organizations and Events Here!

The Community Directory on this site is a great tool for letting everyone know about your organization. Contact info@sbjf.org to get listed. You can also post events on the Community Calendar: just click on "suggest an event". It's free and easy!