Thursday, February 26th, 2026 | 7:00 pm

After the heartbreaking loss of his son, Gideon Bernstein discovered the power of generosity to heal and inspire. His book, Giving: A Handbook to Happiness for the Modern Philanthropist, combines personal stories, science, and practical tips to help readers find purpose through giving. A seasoned financial expert, Bernstein offers a heartfelt guide to making a meaningful difference.

Presented In Partnership with Jewish Community Foundation

David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre

Our Youth Basketball Program will teach players the basics of team basketball and the strategies and cooperation that come with playing in an organized basketball setting. We will have 11U and 8U groups with games, clinics, scrimmages, and more.

Saturday, May 9 & May 16 | 8 PM
Sunday, May 10 & May 17 | 1 & 4 PM

Presented by JCompany Youth Theatre

Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way.

Jeff Kinney’s popular character takes center stage as Greg’s cartoon diary becomes a hilarious and heartfelt musical. Will Greg’s plans to become popular lead him to sacrifice his one true friend? Can anyone avoid the dreaded Cheese Touch? Grab a hall pass and don’t be late for an adventure familiar to anyone who actually survived middle school.

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Experience the Jewish Community Symphony in Cinematic & Classical, a thrilling journey from Vaughan Williams’ lively Overture to The Wasps to Tchaikovsky’s enchanting Sleeping Beauty Suite. Clarinetist Robert Zelickman dazzles in Weber’s Concertino, followed by John Williams’ heartfelt Viktor’s Tale and Khachaturian’s exhilarating Gayane Dances.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 7:00 pm

Join us for a delicious evening with Adeena Sussman! Adeena will share stories, recipes, and the flavors behind her culinary journey, in conversation with Debbie Kornberg of Spice It Up with Deb. Adeena is here with her new book: Zariz: 100 Easy, Breezy, Tel Aviv-y Recipes. 

Presented in partnership with Congregation Beth Am

Enjoy a cooking demo, have a little taste, and stay for a book signing with one of the most celebrated Israeli chefs. This program offers a premium ticket meet and greet with Adeena as well as a general admission ticket.

Price:
Premium Ticket – Includes Book + Meet & Greet: $56 | Member $45
Ticket – Includes Book: $36 | Member $30
Ticket – No Book: $24 | JCC Members: $20

Location: Congregation Beth Am | 5050 Del Mar Heights Road | San Diego, CA 92130

Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Sunday, March 15, 2026 | 12:00 PM

Join JCompany for Shabbat Shakespeare, a joyful gathering that blends the warmth of Shabbat with the magic of Shakespeare. Enjoy a whimsical journey into As You Like It, where disguises, mistaken identities, and tangled hearts collide in the forest—leading everyone toward a happy ending. This ticket includes a Shabbat Tote and standard show seating, making it the perfect way to celebrate community, culture, and theatre as Shabbat begins.

Friday, March 6, 2026 | 6:30 PM

Join JCompany for Shabbat Shakespeare, a joyful gathering that blends the warmth of Shabbat with the magic of the Bard. Enjoy a whimsical journey into As You Like It, where disguises, mistaken identities, and tangled hearts collide in the forest—leading everyone toward a happy ending.

This special Shabbat Shakespeare experience includes a full dinner with table seating, creating a warm, communal evening of great food, meaningful connection, and live theatre you won’t forget.

David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre

Saturday, March 7 & 14 at 8: 00 PM  | Sunday, March 8 & 15 at 2:00 PM

Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way.

Jeff Kinney’s popular character takes center stage as Greg’s cartoon diary becomes a hilarious and heartfelt musical. Will Greg’s plans to become popular lead him to sacrifice his one true friend? Can anyone avoid the dreaded Cheese Touch? Grab a hall pass and don’t be late for an adventure familiar to anyone who actually survived middle school.

David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre

Back by popular demand, Shalomaland returns for a second season to explore San Diego’s Jewish history! Guided by Dr. Joellyn Zollman, we’ll visit key sites and uncover the city’s vibrant Jewish legacy, from pioneer Louis Rose to visionary Jonas Salk, in this four-session class.

Ohr Shalom Synagogue and Banker’s Hill
Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 10:30am-12:00pm

After visiting Temple Beth Israel in our last session, we now head to its second home—Ohr Shalom Synagogue. Along the way, we’ll explore Banker’s Hill and learn about Jewish life in downtown San Diego after World War II.

Exploring La Jolla through the eyes of Jonas Salk, Louis Kahn, and Roger Revelle
Thursday, April 16, 2026 | 10:30am-12:00pm

In our final session, we’ll spotlight three Jewish innovators who shaped San Diego—Jonas Salk, Louis Kahn, and Roger Revelle. During our visit to the Salk Institute, we’ll explore how their work transformed North County and left a lasting impact far beyond the Jewish community.

Sunday, June 28, 2026 | 3:00 PM

Experience a powerful evening with the Jewish Community Symphony, opening with Mussorgsky’s dramatic Night on Bald Mountain and continuing through lyrical works by Luxemburg, Dello-Joio, Delius, and Romeo and Juliet. After intermission, acclaimed pianist Cecil Lytle joins for Mozart’s majestic Piano Concerto No. 25 and Dunchuck’s spirited Grand Tarantelle.

Location: David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre