In the Greater Community

Parade – Community Night at the Orpheum
Tuesday, May 20, 7:30 PM, Orpheum Theatre, San Francisco
Watch Parade, the Tony Award-winning musical that tells the true story of Leo Frank, a Jewish man falsely accused of murder in 1913 Georgia. This unforgettable production explores how antisemitism, racism, and injustice shaped his case—echoes of which still ring true today. JCRC is hosting this special community night during Jewish American Heritage Month to reflect, connect, and stand together against hate in all its forms. Use promo code JCRC for special pricing to any performance. A portion of your ticket supports JCRC work to build a more inclusive and equitable Bay Area. GET TICKETS

The Braid Presents: For the Love of Animals
Saturday, May 17, 7:30 PM, Congregation Etz Chayim, Palo Alto
Sunday, May 18, 2:00 PM, Congregation Shir Hadash, Los Gatos
For the Love of Animals brings to life captivating animal stories that shed light on the Jewish soul – in ways everyone will resonate with. In a time of rampant antisemitism, For the Love of Animals showcases the best of Jewish values: a dog owner’s unwavering care for her sick pet, a camp girl’s bond with a shunned horse, a playwright’s fight to save her parakeet during the LA wildfires, and one Black Jewish comedian's embrace of bats despite prejudice and myth. See these and other true stories performed by professional actors in what Broadway World claims “will leave everyone smiling.” PURCHASE TICKETS

Climate Resilience and Local Governmental Policy: Lessons from Los Angeles and Tel Aviv
May 29-30, Paul Brest Hall, 555 Salvatierra Walk, Stanford University
Join this two-day conference to hear from 50 speakers, including over twenty of the top environmental leaders and academics from Israel (government, NGO, academic), roughly 10 Stanford professors, and another 20 leading American experts, including the top sustainability officials from the City of Los Angeles. Nobel Prize winning physicist and former Secretary of Energy Steven Chu will be keynoting dinner on May 29. Attendance is free for the general public, with meals included. Space is limited; REGISTER