By Cailin Acosta in La Mesa, California<\/p>\n
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Tomorrow is October 7th. A day that will never be the same for the Jews of the World. We all remember where we were when we heard about the Hamas attacks. We continue to feel the loss of those taken from us on that horrible day and the days after.<\/p>\n
Events happening tomorrow as we remember:<\/p>\n
Lawrence Family JCC announces its \u201cRemember October 7: To Dream Again\u201d at 7 p.m., Wednesday, October 7. This event will include gathering in remembrance, art, song, and silence, to hear the voices of those who lost and kept going, and to stand together in the strength it takes to dream again. Click here<\/a> to rsvp and to receive the location.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Zaka Search and Rescue volunteers were among the first to respond. For weeks, they performed Chesed Shel Emes, recovering the dead, honoring every soul, bringing closure to families. Click here<\/a> to read firsthand accounts of the first responders.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n My Jewish Learning will be holding \u201cKaddish Minyan: Remembering October 7 with Rabbi Menachem Creditor\u201d at 1 p.m., Wednesday, October 7. Click here<\/a> to receive the Zoom link.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n UPCOMING EVENTS<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Temple Emanu-El and Ohr Shalom Synagogue announce \u201cLiving with Cancer Support Group\u201d at 4 p.m., Thursday, October 8 at Ohr Shalom Synagogue. This group will meet once a month, rotating at both synagogues. At Ohr Shalom Synagogue: December 10, February 11, 2027, April 8, June 10, August 12, October 14, December 9. At Temple Emanu-El: November 12, January 14, 2027, March 11, May 13, July 8, September 9, November 11. This support group, led by Sara Fainstein, PhD, is not a therapy group but is open to all adult members of both synagogues who have a cancer diagnosis, both currently in treatment and in remission. Organizers say no outside food is allowed; tea, coffee, water, and cookies will be provided. Click here<\/a> to register.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n MGSDII also announced its \u201cSalon Dinner Reception: Meet the Fall Professors\u201d at 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 8 in La Jolla. The event includes a fall welcome reception for the visiting professors and salon members. Click here<\/a> to rsvp and to receive the address.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Beth Jacob Congregation presents its \u201cNoah\u2019s Ark Petting Zoo\u201d at 5 p.m., Sunday, October 11. This event will include a petting zoo of farm animals and feature Moishe\u2019s BBQ Grill with hot dogs, hamburgers, wings, schnitzel, and fries available for purchase.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Temple Emanu-El announces its \u201cArtisan Festival: Hosted by the Women of Temple Emanu-El\u201d at 9 a.m. on Sunday, November 1. This event will include locally made pottery, jewelry, woodwork, glass, textiles, holiday gifts, and Chanukah items. There will be opportunity drawings \u2013 win works donated by the artisans- and silent auctions for gift cards, services, and more.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Antisemitism Task Force San Diego, Stand With Us, Art Over Hate Collective, and Christian and Jewish Alliance announce \u201cThe Third Annual Solidarity Event: Christians and Jews Unite with Israel and Against Antisemitism\u201d at 6 p.m., Sunday, November 1, in Carlsbad. This event will be led by Rabbi Hanan Leberman of Tifereth Israel Synagogue, survivors of the October 7 attack, Guy and Gal Gilboa-Dalal, and Pastor Dave Menard of The Mission Church. The program will include unity, music, love, and prayer. Click here<\/a> to rsvp and to receive the address.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Congregation Beth El presents \u201cVav: Live in Concert\u201d at 7 p.m., Sunday, November 1. This event includes a 16-piece band that will perform decades of songs featuring the music of Carole King, Rush, Billy Joel, Maroon 5, and more. Click here<\/a> to rsvp.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n American Jewish Committee San Diego presents \u201cLooking Ahead \u00a0After the Elections: Exclusive Briefing with Jason Isaacson\u201d at 7 p.m., Thursday, November 5, in the La Jolla area. This event will be led by Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer Isaacson on the impact of the October elections in Israel, the midterm elections in the United States, and the collective impact on the Middle East. Click here<\/a> to register and to receive the address.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Tifereth Israel Synagogue\u2019s Men\u2019s Club announces its \u201cVeterans Day Program\u201d at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 11. This ceremony is open to all military veterans and their guests regardless of their synagogue affiliation. Members of all branches of military service and the IDF are invited.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Lawrence Family JCC announces \u201cDay of American Mah Jongg with Michele Frizzell\u201d at 10 a.m., Monday, November 16. This event will be led by Frizzell, a renowned instructor, author of the American Mah Jongg Primer series, and YouTube Mah Jongg star with over 46,000 subscribers. She will share tips to boost your game, followed by an opportunity to play alongside her. Click here<\/a> to register.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Holocaust Living History Workshop Series announces \u201cHolocaust Memory and its Discontents: The Case of Germany, Featuring Michael Rothberg\u201d at 5 p.m., Thursday, November 19, at the Geisel Library at the University of California San Diego. Professor Rothberg will trace the rise of what became known as the \u201cGerman model\u201d of addressing a nation\u2019s own crimes.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n CHABAD CENTERS\u2019 HAPPENINGS<\/p>\n Downtown presents its \u201cLadies Jewish Book Club\u201d starting Wednesday, October 7, with discussion of Hostage: A Bestselling War Memoir of Survival and the Human Spirit in Gaza by Eli Sharabi. Click here<\/a> to rsvp for the address and time. Other dates include Wednesday, December 16: The Matchmaker\u2019s Gift; Wednesday, February 17: Conversations with My Rabbi; Wednesday, May 19: The Happiest Man on Earth; and Wednesday, July 21: Lioness: Golda Meir.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Coastal Chabads Women\u2019s Group presents \u201cCaffeine for the Soul: Elevate Your Daily Grind\u201d at 1 p.m., Thursday, October 8. This weekly women\u2019s discussion group will focus on Kabbalah topics. Click here<\/a> to rsvp.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n East County\u2019s Jewish Women\u2019s Circle announces its \u201cTorah and Tea: Reclaiming Tzedakah, The Art of Giving\u201d at noon, Thursday, October 15. This women\u2019s event is a time to pause from the busy week, refresh your spirit, and connect with friends. Click here<\/a> to rsvp.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n East County announces its \u201cTanya Soul Sessions\u201d at noon, Tuesdays, starting October 20. This weekly Torah class will discuss the what\u2019s and whys of Judaism based on Kabbalah and Jewish philosophy and also include lunch. Click here<\/a> to sign up.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Downtown\u2019s Rosh Chodesh Society presents \u201cNext Genesis\u201d at 7 p.m., Wednesdays, October 21, November 11, January 13, February 10, March 10, April 7, and May 7. This monthly women\u2019s gathering will feature thought-provoking learning, meaningful conversations, and inspiring connections. Click here<\/a> to sign up.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n ONLINE OFFERINGS<\/p>\n Ohr Shalom Synagogue presents Parshat HaShavua Im Meforshim at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, starting October 7 on Zoom. Rabbi Scott Meltzer will lead these weekly classes on the Torah portion through the eyes of traditional commentators. Click here<\/a> to join the session.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Ohr Shalom Synagogue announces its \u201cResponsa and the Conservative Movement Class\u201d at 7 p.m. on Thursdays, once a month starting October 8 through April, on Zoom. This coming year marks the 100th anniversary of the Committee on Jewish Law and Standards (CJLS). This monthly class will explore its history, how it makes decisions, and how its responsa have shaped Conservative Judaism, while letting participants help choose which issues to study. Click here<\/a> to join the session.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Yiddishland presents its \u201cJews and Jazz with Yale Strom\u201d at 10 a.m., Sunday, October 11, on Zoom. Strom will lead this session on the Jewish-Black musical connection of Benny Goodman, who integrated small groups that included major Black musicians such as Teddy Wilson and Lionel Hampton, along with Gene Krupa when interracial bands were still unusual in segregated America. Click here<\/a> to register for the session.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n American Jewish Committee\u2019s Advocacy Anywhere announces its \u201cUnderstanding Israel\u2019s Upcoming Elections\u201d at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 13, on Zoom. The presentation will include Amit Segal, Chief Political Analyst, Channel 12 (Israel), Tal Shalev, Senior Reporter, CNN Jerusalem, and will be moderated by Lt. Col. (res.) Avital Leibovich, Director, AJC Jerusalem. On October 27, Israelis will head to the polls for the first time since October 7 in an election that could reshape the country\u2019s political landscape. Click here<\/a> to register.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Holocaust Living History Workshop Series presents \u201cAnne Frank: Her World and Ours, Featuring Ruth Franklin\u201d, at 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 22, on Zoom. Franklin will discuss some lesser-known aspects of the diary\u2019s creation and reception, as well as the urgency of Anne Frank\u2019s story in today\u2019s society. Registration is not required, and a link to watch the talk will be emailed on Thursday, October 22.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n AROUND THE COUNTY<\/p>\n Ner Tamid Synagogue reports partnering with Our Father\u2019s Grace Ministries, The Interfaith Community of San Diego, and Our Community Partners for its \u201cStuffed Animal Drive\u201d with drop-off from October 1 until October 25 inside the office of Ner Tamid. Stuffed animals should be new and 10-12 inches in size and will benefit the children at Ronald McDonald House Charities and University of California San Diego Health.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n Ner Tamid Synagogue\u2019s Mitzvah of the Month is a community outreach lasagna. On Sunday, November 1, the Shul School will be making lasagnas for people in the community. This outreach program is to help people from the Ner Tamid community who would appreciate some support and are recovering physically, mentally, or emotionally. Click here<\/a> to donate supplies.<\/p>\n *<\/p>\n