Join us as we welcome in Shabbat in true Gan Izzy style - with friends, fun and good food! Family and friends welcome
Friday, 31, 18.00 - Friday, 31, 20.00 San Francisco, CA _$25
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Cultural Celebrations in Morgan Hill, CA
Participate in Cultural Celebrations in Morgan Hill, CA supporting important causes and bringing your community together. These events celebrate cultural heritage while raising awareness and funds for organizations serving the community.
Annual Gan Izzy Family Shabbat Dinner 2026
Vashti to Ginsburg: A Tradition of Jewish Female Resistance
Discover a powerful lineage of Jewish women who challenged norms, claimed their voices, and redefined what it means to lead with courage.
Together we’ll peer into the bold, complex, and often subversive ways Jewish women across time have resisted, reshaped, and reimagined the worlds they inherited. From the biblical courage of Ruth, the moral tenacity of Judith, and the defiance of Vashti, to the modern-day boundary-breakers Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Bella Abzug, and Barbra Streisand, we will trace a heritage of resistance that is spiritual, political, and deeply personal. Through text study and discussion, we'll consider what it means to challenge authority, live as a heroine, and act with audacity and as well as how these stories might inform our lives today.
Rabbi Batshir Torchio is a ritual and spiritual practitioner who has been engaging with folks for lifecycle events and learning. She was ordained at AJRCA in Los Angeles, where she learned with rabbis and scholars from across the broad spectrum of Jewish movements. Batshir is moved by the translation and ownership of ancient ritual into contemporary meaning; to “make the old new, and the new, holy.” (Rav Kook) In addition to her role as Senior Jewish Educator at the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco, Batshir also guides tours through Israel and Poland, and is a life-cycle officiant, both locally and abroad.
Thursday, 30, 13.00 - Thursday, 30, 14.00 San Francisco, CA _$25
NextGen Shabbat with Chef David Nayfeld
Enjoy a meaningful Shabbat with great food and company, personal stories, and reflections on identity, family, and community.
You’re invited to a special Shabbat evening with David Nayfeld, Executive Chef and Founder of the acclaimed Che Fico, as part of the JFCS NextGen Leadership Speaker Series.
Known for his bold, soulful approach to Italian cuisine, David will share a heartfelt and often humorous look at his journey—from growing up in a family of Soviet Jewish immigrants to becoming one of San Francisco’s most celebrated chefs. He’ll reflect on his experiences as a father, the influence of his Jewish identity on his life and cooking, and what it means to build something meaningful while staying grounded in your roots.
David’s story is also deeply connected to Jewish Family and Children's Services (JFCS). When his family first arrived in San Francisco from the former Soviet Union, they were supported by JFCS—making this an especially meaningful full-circle moment. He’ll speak about resilience, rebuilding, and the power of community along the way.
Expect an evening of personal storytelling, honest reflection, and engaging conversation, along with a delicious Shabbat dinner in a warm and welcoming setting. There will be time for your questions and the opportunity to connect with other thoughtful young adults from across the Bay Area.
The JFCS NextGen Leadership Speaker Series highlights inspiring Jewish changemakers shaping our communities and beyond.
Open to all young adults (20s–40s) in the Bay Area. Tickets are $25 and include Shabbat dinner from David's restaurant Bubbaleh.
Friday, 10, 18.00 - Friday, 10, 20.00 San Francisco, CA _$25
Cultural Festival in Chinatown 2026
Street fair; cultural activities: calligraphy, painting, performances, musical, arts, martial arts, and lion dance performances; and parade.
Cultural Festival in Chinatown 2026
Join us on May 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM for a fun day in San Francisco's Chinatown! Experience the vibrant culture, tasty food, and lively performances that make Chinatown so special. Bring your friends and family to celebrate together in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this festive and cultural local event!
Sunday, 31, 10.00 - Sunday, 31, 15.00 San Francisco, CA _$25
AAPI Families WONDERFEST
Celebrate AAPI families, culture, and community at Wonderfest: a joyful day of fun at Gordon J Lau Elementary.
👇 中文翻译如下👇 Traducción en español a continuación 👇
The Chinatown Family Resource Center Collaborative welcomes all families to join the fun with our community festival in celebration of children and families!
This event is FREE and OPEN to all from 11 am to 1:30 pm. It is sponsored by San Francisco Department of Early Childhood and it will include performances and fun, unique activities for families with children from 0-5 years old as well as 5-12+ years old.
💦 Remember to hydrate and bring your own reusable water bottle.
Planned performances:
Cultural dances by Chinese Folk Dance Association
MeeZee & Kiva Hand Balancing Show
Disco Dance Workshop
Introduction to the organizers: Gum Moon/AWRC, APA Family Support Services, WuYee Joy Lok Family Resource Center, SFUSD Parent Advisory Groups, and the sponsor of our event San Francisco Department of Early Childhood
Family Dance-Along
Live Characters visit by Lion Dance Me
All throughout the event, you will find a whole courtyard of fun activities which include
Arts & crafts, games, activity tables hosted by the organizing Chinatown Family Resource Center Collaborative (Gum Moon/AWRC, Wu Yee, APA Family Services)
First 5 California's State of Action Day's sunflower planting
Literacy, Science, Math Resources by SFUSD
Face painting artists to create traditional cultural masks
SF Bookmobile's book to share
Mister Softee ice cream truck
🎁 Register before Wed 5/06/26 (11:59pm) or before it is sold out to register for the festival.
*Swags and gifts are first come first served, and while supplies last
Saturday, 09, 11.00 - Saturday, 09, 13.30 San Francisco, CA _$25
Europe Day Event: Karaoke Night at Muddy Waters!
Celebrate Europe Day with us, this time, your language practice moves straight to the dance floor!
EUROPE DAY – Karaoke Night
Friday May 8, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Muddy Waters, 521 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110
Celebrate Europe Day with us, this time, your language practice moves straight to the dance floor!
Join Alliance Française de San Francisco, Goethe-Institut, and Istituto Italiano Scuola for a festive and musical evening of karaoke, conversation, and international hits. Whether you want to practice your French lyrics, sing in Italian or German, or simply enjoy the atmosphere, this night is all about celebrating languages, culture, and friendship across Europe.
Pick your favorite song, grab the mic, and show off your singing talent, or cheer on fellow guests and share a few laughs along the way. No pressure, just good vibes!
Not a singer? No problem! Come enjoy the lively atmosphere, sip a signature cocktail, and help us light up the dance floor. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet fellow language lovers and celebrate the joy of being together.
And the night doesn’t stop there: a live band will take the stage after the karaoke session, keeping the music going and the dance floor alive!
How much?
Absolutely free! (Food and drinks at the bar are available for purchase.)
Let’s toast to Europe, music, and community.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Friday, 08, 18.00 - Friday, 08, 23.30 San Francisco, CA _$25
MOHI Fiesta
Experience the flavors of Mexico City with Mexican bites, Don Julio tequila, live Latin music, and dancing, all at the Granada.
Celebrate the vibrant flavors, rhythms, and spirit of Mexico City at the MOHI Fiesta, an immersive culinary and cultural experience at the Granada in Morgan Hill. This lively evening brings together bold cuisine, premium tequila, and high-energy music for a night designed to transport guests straight to the heart of Mexico City.
Guests will enjoy a walk-around tasting experience featuring inspired Mexican bites, alongside Don Julio tequila tastings and festive handcrafted cocktails. From bright, vibrant flavors to smoky, savory favorites, every dish is designed to pair perfectly with the evening’s spirited pours.
As you sip and savor, take in the sounds of a live Latin band setting the mood with energetic rhythms. Later in the evening, a DJ takes over to keep the celebration going, turning the Granada into a lively dance floor where the fiesta continues well into the night.
Whether you're coming for the tequila, the food, the music, or simply the atmosphere, MOHI Fiesta is all about bringing people together for a vibrant night of flavor, culture, and celebration.
📅 Saturday, May 2
⏰ 7:00 PM
🎟 $55 per person | 21+
Come hungry, come ready to dance, and experience Mexico City — Granada style. 💃🌮🥃
Saturday, 02, 22.27 - Saturday, 02, 22.27 Morgan Hill, CA _$25
CCSC Mural Project
Join the CCSC Mural Project if you want to learn more about San Francisco Chinatown!
Join the CCSC Mural Project!
Dive into the alleys of Chinatown with the CCSC Mural Project! This fun, interactive event lets you connect with the community and experience Chinese culture in San Francisco. Whether you're a tourist or a local, this is the perfect chance to discover what Chinatown has to offer. Don't miss out on the chance to tour the heart of chinatown, try the chinese specialties, give back to the community, see local talents and make some new friends along the way!
At this event you will:
Go on a guided walking tour of Chinatown's murals 🎨
Experience chinese art and culture 🏮
Make a difference in the community by cleaning the streets* 🧹
Try hidden gems and delecacies from across Chinatown 🥡🥟
*Participants will be provided trash pickers and bags to pick up trash and beautify streets along the mural tour route.
Saturday, 18, 10.00 - Saturday, 18, 13.00 San Francisco, CA _$25
Selena De Mayo!
Selena De Mayo is back! Bidi Bidi Brunch Brunch your way into the ultimate Cinco de Mayo celebration.
🌹 ANYTHING FOR SELENAS! ✨
💅🏽 LATINAS FOREVER PRESENTS: A SELENA DE MAYO💅🏽
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
SPARK Social SF | 601 Mission Bay Blvd N, San Francisco, CA 94158
🎟️ Tickets: Buy early & your first drink is on us!
21+ ONLY – Valid ID required for entry.
After the huge success of last year’s Selena De Mayo, we’re back for Year 2! 💜✨This Cinco De Mayo weekend, get ready for nostalgia, confidence, and all the anything-for-Selena energy.
💃 DRAG = ICON ENERGY
Queens are bringing bold looks, big emotion, and sparkle you’ll want to see in person.
🎶 LATIN POP + SELENA HITS
Sing-alongs, dance breaks, and all your favorite Latina classics.
🍹 MIMOSAS + Chimosas
Sip on bubbly mimosas and your favorite gossip, plus enjoy our full beer, wine, and sangria bar—cheers to celebrating Selena style!
✨ DRESS SELENA STYLE
Bustiquela, purple power, cowboy chic, glitz, glam, fringe—channel your inner Selena.
🍽 BRUNCH VIBES
Food trucks serving crave-worthy brunch bites and street eats.
More details coming soon—stay tuned! 💜
Sunday, 03, 12.00 - Sunday, 03, 16.00 San Francisco, CA _$25
El Sonido Del Orgullo
Celebrating San Mateo County Student Mariachi and Ballet Folklórico Programs
Location: South San Francisco High School Auditorium
Date: March 12, 2026
Time: 7:00 pm
Price: FREE (everyone with a seat must have a ticket)
Donations accepted to support our school programs
Featured Performers:
Ballet Folklórico Alma de México South San Francisco High School
Burlingame School District
Casa Circulo Cultural
Mariachi Los Leones Del Rancho Cesar Chavez Middle School
Hillsdale High School
Jefferson High School
Mariachi Guerrero South San Francisco High School
Mills High School
South San Francisco Parks & Recreation Department
Thursday, 12, 19.00 - Thursday, 12, 22.00 South San Francisco, CA _$25
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Annual Gan Izzy Family Shabbat Dinner 2026
Join us as we welcome in Shabbat in true Gan Izzy style - with friends, fun and good food! Family and friends welcome
Thursday, 12, 19.00 - Thursday, 12, 22.00 San Francisco, CA 55.20
Vashti to Ginsburg: A Tradition of Jewish Female Resistance
Discover a powerful lineage of Jewish women who challenged norms, claimed their voices, and redefined what it means to lead with courage.
Together we’ll peer into the bold, complex, and often subversive ways Jewish women across time have resisted, reshaped, and reimagined the worlds they inherited. From the biblical courage of Ruth, the moral tenacity of Judith, and the defiance of Vashti, to the modern-day boundary-breakers Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Bella Abzug, and Barbra Streisand, we will trace a heritage of resistance that is spiritual, political, and deeply personal. Through text study and discussion, we'll consider what it means to challenge authority, live as a heroine, and act with audacity and as well as how these stories might inform our lives today.
Rabbi Batshir Torchio is a ritual and spiritual practitioner who has been engaging with folks for lifecycle events and learning. She was ordained at AJRCA in Los Angeles, where she learned with rabbis and scholars from across the broad spectrum of Jewish movements. Batshir is moved by the translation and ownership of ancient ritual into contemporary meaning; to “make the old new, and the new, holy.” (Rav Kook) In addition to her role as Senior Jewish Educator at the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco, Batshir also guides tours through Israel and Poland, and is a life-cycle officiant, both locally and abroad.
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NextGen Shabbat with Chef David Nayfeld
Enjoy a meaningful Shabbat with great food and company, personal stories, and reflections on identity, family, and community.
You’re invited to a special Shabbat evening with David Nayfeld, Executive Chef and Founder of the acclaimed Che Fico, as part of the JFCS NextGen Leadership Speaker Series.
Known for his bold, soulful approach to Italian cuisine, David will share a heartfelt and often humorous look at his journey—from growing up in a family of Soviet Jewish immigrants to becoming one of San Francisco’s most celebrated chefs. He’ll reflect on his experiences as a father, the influence of his Jewish identity on his life and cooking, and what it means to build something meaningful while staying grounded in your roots.
David’s story is also deeply connected to Jewish Family and Children's Services (JFCS). When his family first arrived in San Francisco from the former Soviet Union, they were supported by JFCS—making this an especially meaningful full-circle moment. He’ll speak about resilience, rebuilding, and the power of community along the way.
Expect an evening of personal storytelling, honest reflection, and engaging conversation, along with a delicious Shabbat dinner in a warm and welcoming setting. There will be time for your questions and the opportunity to connect with other thoughtful young adults from across the Bay Area.
The JFCS NextGen Leadership Speaker Series highlights inspiring Jewish changemakers shaping our communities and beyond.
Open to all young adults (20s–40s) in the Bay Area. Tickets are $25 and include Shabbat dinner from David's restaurant Bubbaleh.
Thursday, 12, 19.00 - Thursday, 12, 22.00 San Francisco, CA 25.00