Jewish Community News

News from across San Diego's Jewish Community

San Diego Celebrates Israel's Independence

On May 15, 2016 Federation’s Israel Fest brought together 2,000 attendees, and more than 60 different organizations, to celebrate Israel’s Independence Day.  The day begun with Friendship Circle’s annual walk and continued with a fun entertainment and music by Peatot, Jonathan Valve…

Summer Camp for All

Jewish summer camp is a proven way to inspire Jewish values and culture in the next generation. The magic of camp’s communal environment allows young people to engage in Judaism 24/7 and builds a strong sense of identity, belonging, and connection to our Jewish community. For more than f…

Photos From Israel Fest!

Wow. Thank you all for joining us at Israel Fest 2016!

We were overwhelmed by the sheer number of festival guests, wonderful energy and engaging community booths and activities for everyone.

We want to extend our sincerest gratitude to the San Diego Jewish Academy for hosting the event…

Yom Hazikaron: We Will Remember Them All

Erev Yom Hazikaron, the eve of Israel’s Memorial Day, Federation organized a commemorative ceremony on Tuesday, May 10th at Congregation Beth Israel. On this day, 500 San Diegans gathered together to remember the soldiers who fell fighting for the state of Israel, as well as those who di…