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Come learn, sing, pray, and celebrate with us

Located in Palo Alto California, Congregation Etz Chayim melds Reform and Conservative traditions with elements from across the spectrum of Judaism. We focus on spirituality, lifelong learning and service, and offer a warm, inclusive egalitarian community. + More

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Upcoming Events

Tu BiShvat Seder and Bagel Lunch

Sunday, February 5, at 11:00 am in the Beyt Knesset  Celebrate the New Year of the Trees with a kabbalistic seder. Eat fruits and nuts, mix dark and light grape juice and discover what these things can tell you about your inner life, as well as the natural cycle. This year, our seder will be held in conjunction with Shorashim, our religious school program. Two tables will be reserved for adults participating without children. Wine will be served at those tables,in addition to juice.

Pre-school Power! Four Year Olds and the Transition to Elementary School

A Parenting series presented by Heidi Emberling, MA
Sunday, January 29th, 11:15AM-12:15PM
Ready or Not? Preparing for Kindergarten
Childcare and light lunch provided

The transition to Kindergarten brings excitement and anxiety to families of four-year olds. In this workshop, we discuss signs of kindergarten readiness: cooperative interactions with peers, independent exploration, self-care abilities, gross and fine motor skill development, language ability, and pre-academics. Is your child ready to move into elementary school, or would they benefit from the gift of another year?
 
Upcoming dates and topics:
Sunday, February 12th, Boys and Girls: Superhero and Exclusionary Play of Preschoolers
 
Sunday, February 26th, Supporting Friendships: Teaching ProSocial Behaviors
 
To find out more about our presenter, see her website:
 
Contact Melissa Rogoway for more information or to register- melissa@etzchayim.org

L'Etz Celebrate

L'Etz Celebrate is a collection of fundraising events, parties, and classes that also provide oportunities to feel connected within our community.  Whether you love great food, live music, social activities, or all of the above, we are offering a range of choices to match your passions.  And for those not interested in any of the events, there's our ever-popular Phantom Party.  Individual hosts donate all expenses, and size is limited, so early registration is recommended.  All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Shabbat Dinner - Friday, February 24, 2012, at 6:00.  Wind down the week with a Shabbat dinner at the synagogue, hosted by the Greenstein and Krasnow families.  Click here for more information or to register.

Sing Along with Mitch - Sunday, March 4, 2012, at 5:00 pm.  Hosted by Mitch Slomiak and Jordan Gruber, this Etz music extravaganza will feature songs from our (in)famous Fifth Friday Shabbat services.  Click here for more information or to register.

Grilling with the Rabbi - Sunday, March 11, 2012, at 4:00.  Hosted by Preeva Tramiel, watch and kibitz as Rabbi Ari creates a Rayach Nichoach (good smelling smoke).  Ari will grill the meat of your choice and answer any theological questions you bring to the table.  Click here for more information or to register.

Learn

Lifelong learning is a goal we enthusiastically embrace at Etz Chayim. Our educational programs mirror the diverse and inclusive values of our community.

Family and Youth Education
Adult Education
Bar/t Mitzvah

Sing

Etz Chayim is a congregation who loves to sing. We do not have a cantor or choir. Congregants "lead from their seats" by fully participating in the prayers and songs throughout the service.

Hear us sing!

Pray

If you are looking for a place of worship, we invite you to visit. With fewer than 300 member households, we are small enough to know everyone, yet large enough to provide a full array of programming.

Friday Evenings at 7:30 pm 
Saturday Mornings at 10:00 am
Torah Study at 9:00 am
Contemplative Service at 10:00 am on first Saturday of each month

Fifth Friday Special Celebratory Services at 7:30pm in months with five Fridays.