{"id":767782,"date":"2026-05-02T08:15:22","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T08:15:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/767782\/"},"modified":"2026-05-02T08:15:22","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T08:15:22","slug":"centennial-celebration-for-building-that-houses-ohr-shalom-synagogue-and-previously-temple-beth-israel-san-diego-jewish-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/767782\/","title":{"rendered":"Centennial celebration for building that houses Ohr Shalom Synagogue and previously Temple Beth Israel \u2013 San Diego Jewish World"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Cailin Acosta in La Mesa, California<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"April showers bring May flowers \u2026 however, where was the rain in April? There was not as much in previous years.<\/p>\n

I worry about wildfires in dry vegetation and in areas that are not well-kept. I do enjoy seeing the herds of goats on the sides of the roads and on hillsides, enjoying an all-day buffet of vegetation to munch on.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s hope that with May starting today, we get more rain before the heat of summer kicks in.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, let\u2019s all enjoy Jewish American Heritage Month, which also begins today.<\/p>\n

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UPCOMING EVENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tifereth Israel Synagogue<\/strong> presents \u201cKol Tefillah\u201d at 6:15 p.m., Friday, May 1. Welcome Shabbat with joy and music. Through song, prayer, and niggunim, to connect with each other and with G-d.<\/p>\n

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Ohr Shalom Synagogue<\/strong> presents its \u201cCentennial Celebration and Gala\u201d at 4:30 p.m., Sunday, May 3. The event includes a rededication ceremony, cocktails, a gala dinner, music, an auction, and a paddle raiser. Click here<\/a> to register.<\/p>\n

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Jordan Z. Marks<\/strong>, Assessor\/Recorder\/County Clerk, County of San Diego, announces \u201cStar Wars Inspired Weddings and Vow Renewals\u201d at 8 a.m., Monday, May 4, at the County Clerk\u2019s Downtown Waterfront Office. Marks invites the public to take part in a special wedding ceremony with Star Wars-inspired vows, share their intergalactic love outdoors or inside one of the ceremony rooms. Couples are encouraged to wear costumes. May the fourth be with them! Click here<\/a> to book an appointment.<\/p>\n

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Beth Jacob Congregation<\/strong> announces a save-the-date \u201cBJSD Lag B\u2019Omer Event\u201d at 5 p.m., Tuesday, May 5. The event will feature live music with Mordy Estersohn<\/strong>. More information is coming soon.<\/p>\n

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SD Kollel<\/strong> presents its \u201cLadies Weekly Kollel Caf\u00e9: Women\u2019s Class and Discussion\u201d at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 5. This event includes women\u2019s topics and desserts. For more information, call 619-287-9890.<\/p>\n

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Tifereth Israel Synagogue<\/strong> announces its \u201cBlood Drive\u201d at 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 6. Each donor will receive a 2026 Padres Summer Blood Drive UPF 50 Sun Shirt. Click here<\/a> to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n

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Women of Congregation Beth Israel<\/strong> announces its \u201cBubbles and Bunco\u201d at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 6. This event includes women who are experienced Bunco players or have never played to join in a social night and meet new people. Organizers say pizza, salad, desserts, and drinks will be served. Click here<\/a> to rsvp.<\/p>\n

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Jewish Federation of San Diego<\/strong>\u2019s Women\u2019s Philanthropy presents \u201cBrunch Club After Dark: Spark Interactive Experience\u201d at 6 p.m., Tuesday, May 5. This event offers an opportunity to gather as Jewish women in community while honoring the enduring legacy of remembrance, resilience, and light through Holocaust education and storytelling. Interactive experiences include being the first to experience the innovative mobile classroom with a guided tour led by Erica Whinston, <\/strong>Director of Operations and Special Projects for the Center for Holocaust Education, \u00a0Dr. Shayna Kaufmann<\/strong> will lead a guided discussion on resilience and finding light in the darkness, and Barbi Dorfan<\/strong> will lead a light-themed creative activity. Click here<\/a> to register and to receive the location.<\/p>\n

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Congregation Beth Israel<\/strong> announces its \u201cCasino Night: Annual Fundraiser\u201d at 6 p.m., Saturday, June 6. This event includes magician Dan Birch<\/strong>, a special appearance by Elvis, and a celebration of the Beth Israel community that supports the people, programs, and all the special experiences. Click here<\/a> to get tickets.<\/p>\n

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Anti-Defamation League Southern California<\/strong> announces its 4-part webinar series on the 250th anniversary of the United States, \u201cJews and the American Experience with Dr. Steven Windmueller<\/strong>\u201d at noon, Thursday, May 7. Part one: \u201cThe Jewish Contract with America\u201d will discuss the distinctive ingredients that helped to frame this experience and the distinguishing features of the American democracy. Click here<\/a> to register. At noon, Thursday, May 14, part two: \u201cZion in America\u201d will discuss how Zion helped to shape America as \u201cthe new Israel\u201d and how this concept has been significant in building this country and in creating the special relationship between Washington and Jerusalem. Click here<\/a> to register. At noon, Thursday, May 21, part three: \u201cThe Israel-American Connection\u201d will discuss the elements that define the connections between our two nations. Click here<\/a> to register. At noon, Thursday, June 4, part four: \u201cJews and American Racism\/Anti-Semitism\u201d will explore the evolution of \u201cJewish power,\u201d political influence, and communal advocacy. Click here<\/a> to register.<\/p>\n

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Kindness Initiative<\/strong> announces its \u201cKindness Bingo Bash\u201d at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, May 7 at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. The event will include 8 rounds of Bingo plus 2 grand finale rounds, incredible prizes, and refreshments. Every single card played supports San Diego\u2019s Jewish families, who need support. Click here<\/a> for tickets.<\/p>\n

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Young Israel of San Diego<\/strong> announces its \u201cShabbat Community Dinner\u201d at 7 p.m., Friday, May 8. This event includes Mincha services and dinner. Click here<\/a> to register.<\/p>\n

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CHABAD CENTERS\u2019 HAPPENINGS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Chula Vista<\/strong>\u2019s Jewish Women\u2019s Circle announces its \u201cTorah and Tea for Women\u201d at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, May 3. This women\u2019s monthly session includes Torah study, conversation, and connection with other Jewish women. Click here<\/a> to rsvp.<\/p>\n

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Chabad of Encinitas<\/strong> announces a \u201cLag BaOmer BBQ\u201d at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 5, at Moonlight Beach. More information to be shared soon.<\/p>\n

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University City<\/strong> presents its new Jewish Learning Institute Course \u201cFor All Humankind\u201d at 7 p.m., Tuesday, May 5. This four-part course will explore Judaism\u2019s ethical vision for all people. Through texts, participants will discover a spiritual path that shapes family life, highlights the power of education, and offers a roadmap toward a more just and peaceful world. Click here<\/a> to register.<\/p>\n

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University City<\/strong> announces its \u201cSoulfire: Lag BaOmer\u201d at 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 5. This Men\u2019s gathering will include a soulful gathering for men to speak from the heart and grow in purpose. Click here<\/a> to rsvp and to receive the address.<\/p>\n

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East County<\/strong>\u2019s Jewish Women\u2019s Circle presents its \u201cTorah and Tea\u201d at noon, Thursday, May 7. This women\u2019s discussion will include Torah study, lunch, and connection focused on the stone to the soul: the hidden code of the 10 commandments. Click here<\/a> to rsvp.<\/p>\n

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Cailin Acosta<\/a> is the assistant editor of the San Diego Jewish World.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"By Cailin Acosta in La Mesa, California April showers bring May flowers \u2026 however, where was the rain…\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":474561,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5134],"tags":[5229,1582,276,3549,7264,67,586,132,5230,68,2969],"class_list":{"0":"post-767782","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-san-diego","8":"tag-america","9":"tag-ca","10":"tag-california","11":"tag-san-diego","12":"tag-sandiego","13":"tag-united-states","14":"tag-united-states-of-america","15":"tag-unitedstates","16":"tag-unitedstatesofamerica","17":"tag-us","18":"tag-usa"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@us\/116503992207108472","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/767782","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=767782"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/767782\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/474561"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=767782"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=767782"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=767782"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}