Mishmash Group

Jewish meditation

admin — Tue, 18 May 2010 04:05:29 +0000

Take some time out for YOU to relax and simply be. Join us to experience Jewish meditation through ancient Jewish teachings and traditions, Hassidic melodies and meditation techniques. For one evening take a break from the dream of life’s dramas and get in touch with yourself through Jewish spirituality.

Tea, chocolate and great company included.

Workshop will be led by Brian Yosef Schachter-Brooks, Meditation and Music Director at Chochmat HaLev

PLEASE RSVP to info@mishmashgroup.org
When: Sunday, May 23, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Where: Chochmat HaLev, 2215 Prince Street, Berkeley, CA, 94705
Suggested donation of $10

*“Made in Mishmash” events are created by Mishmash Leadership Program participants

Shavuot with Mishmash

admin — Fri, 07 May 2010 03:59:03 +0000

Join us for a spring festival of harvesting grains, first fruits and the Ten Commandments! Spend an afternoon outdoors celebrating the ancient and vaguely obscure Biblical holiday of Shavuot.

Come prepared to play, laugh, learn, act silly and be festive while you pass through rings of joy!

Some festive highlights:

Wine and Cheese tasting
Israeli Dancing Practice
Milk testing contest
“Got milk?” photoshoot
Trivia games

Date: May 16th 2010
Time: 2-7pm
Price: $10 via PayPal (per person) +5$ parking fee (per car)
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=WJEGQBX7YQTQQ
At the door: $15 +$5 parking fee
Location: San Mateo County Park, Huddart Park, Miwok Shelter: http://tinyurl.com/29p9vny

RSVP to info@mishmashgroup.org by May 14.

*“Made in Mishmash” events are created by Mishmash Leadership Program participants

Krav Maga Seminar

admin — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 03:50:57 +0000

Young or old, male or female, good Jew or bad - you are all welcome at our next Mishmash event that will take your breath away, and knock your socks off. Hopefully not literally, but come prepared: because we are holding our first ever Krav Maga seminar.

Come learn about this eclectic hand-to-hand combat system developed in Israel. It’s rooted in the street-fighting skills developed by Imi Lichtenfeld, who made use of his training as a boxer and wrestler to defend the Jewish quarter during a period of anti-Semitic activity in Bratislava in the mid- to late 1930s. In the late 1940s, following his immigration to Israel, he began to provide hand-to-hand combat training to what was to become the IDF, developing the techniques that became known as Krav Maga. It has since been refined for both civilian and military applications, and has spread beyond Israel.

We’ll start by learning about Krav Maga’s history and its importance to Israel, but we won’t stop there. We recommend that you wear your gym attire because we’ll get you moving! You’ll get to try out a few defenses for yourself! Perhaps learn how to kick so your opponent drops, or how to punch so they don’t want to punch back, or perhaps how to get out of a deadly choke.

Don’t fret, you don’t need to be an athlete to partake. No prior experience is required; this seminar is open to everyone. If you’ve never tried any combative disciplines, this is your chance to step out of the familiar circle, and try something new! As always with Mishmash, we’ll make it fun, and we’ll make it safe!

Senior instructors from the Academy of Self Defense (Santa Clara) will be there to guide, teach, and make sure nobody gets hurt!

Space is limited, so please RSVP (info@mishmashgroup.org) to reserve your spot as soon as possible; the sign up sheet will close on Tuesday, May 4th, or when we are full!

When: May 6, 2010, 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Where: Room E104, JCC Palo Alto, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Cost: $7 with paypal (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=ASAHA835GF7YE), and $10 at the door if there’s room.

We hope to see you there!

*“Made in Mishmash” events are created by Mishmash Leadership Program participants

Passover Celebration With Residents of Lytton Gardens Senior Communities

admin — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 03:43:03 +0000

Do GOOD. Feel GREAT!

In the Mishmash tradition of building a vibrant Jewish community, we invite you to share your time and talent in making this Passover festive and fun for the Russian (and English) speaking Jewish babushkas and dedushkas of the Senior Center Lytton Gardens in Palo Alto.

As part of this volunteering event we’ll be heading a fun sing-along of popular Yiddish songs and we need your help. Joining our efforts will be Karen Berger, Chorus director of Yiddish Choristers.

But regardless of your musical inclinations, come out to sing or cheer on the singers. (No vocal credentials required and participation is optional but do let us know if you’d like to be musically involved*).

We’ll also be helping bring holiday gifts courtesy of Jewish Family and Children’s Services.

This Passover let’s remember our past by making the present a little brighter for those who need it most!

Sunday, March 28th, 1:00 to 2:30 pm
Senior Center Lytton Gardens, Palo Alto

Please RSVP to info@mishmashgroup.org so we could coordinate our efforts.

*If you wish to bring an instrument or help lead singing, let us know– we’d love to work with you.

*“Made in Mishmash” events are created by Mishmash Leadership Program participants

Russian Jewish Speed Dating

admin — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 05:00:22 +0000

Take this opportunity to meet the most eligible Bay Area singles!

When: March 14th at 6:30pm
Where: Mountain View (Exact location will be revealed upon payment confirmation)
Cost: $10
Age: 21-35

This event is by invitation only

Please RSVP to info@mishmashgroup.org by March 10th

Upon your RSVP you will receive a confirmation email with PayPal account to reserve your spot at the event (as your commitment to participation in the event)

We’re keeping it small and intimate so claim your spot now!

Not single or Jewish but have friends who are? We appreciate your referrals.

*“Made in Mishmash” events are created by Mishmash Leadership Program participants

Russian Jewish Diaspora in Film: Comparing Notes in English, Hebrew & Russian

admin — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 04:43:14 +0000

Russian Jews in the US - who are we?
How are we different and similar to our counterparts in Israel?
What does it mean to be a Russian Jew in immigration?

Join us for the screening of the documentary “Did Herzl Really Say That: Israel is our Home?” and learn about immigrants from the former Soviet Union through the eyes of two fun and curious Israelis.

The screening will be followed by an interactive workshop. Discover what is universal to Russian Jewish identity across the world and what is shaped by the country we live in. Happy explorations!

When: Thursday, March 11, 2010 at 7:30pm
Where: Oshman Family JCC, Room D129, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Cost: $10

Film is in Hebrew with English Subtitles|Discussion is in Russian

Space is Limited. Please RSVP by March 8 at info@mishmashgroup.org

*“Made in Mishmash” events are created by Mishmash Leadership Program participants

Mishmash Purim 2010 - Red Carpet VIP Party

admin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 05:08:21 +0000

To join the event on Facebook click here

*”Made in Mishmash” events are created by Mishmash Leadership Program participants

What is Kosher Anyway? Brunch at The Kitchen Table

admin — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 04:49:34 +0000

Since most of us don’t know much about Kosher, this is a good, fun introduction into the world of Kosher Jewish eating. Voted the best new restaurant on the Peninsula, The Kitchen Table, offers artisanal Kosher cuisine carefully prepared by inspirational chef Chaim Davids. Davids has studied extensively about Kosher food and is a dynamic young chef. He will lead a Kosher 101 discussion and have a tasty pre-fixed menu for us to try.

When: January 31st at 10:30am
Where: 142 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA
Cost: $20 plus tip

Space is Limited.

RSVP only by January 25th at info@mishmashgroup.org

*”Made in Mishmash” events are created by Mishmash Leadership Program participants

Professional Soul-Searching

admin — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 04:13:23 +0000

Can your career be more satisfying?

How to determine your true potential?

What are the steps toward making the change?

How does being Jewish inform your path to success?

Join this EXPERIENTIAL WORKSHOP for a chance to assess your personal and professional goals, develop strategies for transition and advancement. Walk away with real tools for achieving your potential and making living meaningfully.

Led by Mark Guterman, MA, individual and corporate career coach and trainer, co-principal of MeaningfulCareers.com, and trainer for Springboard Forward. Mark consults for Jewish Vocational Services, teaches for John F. Kennedy University’s MA program in Career Development. He is the author of “Common Sense for Uncommon Times: The Power of Balance in Work, Family, and Personal Life”, and co-author of “ValueSearch”.

Host: Mishmash
When: Tuesday, January 12, 2010 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Where: San Francisco, 1160 Mission St. 5th Floor
Cost: $10
Language: English
Space is Limited. RSVP Required at info@mishmashgroup.org

*”Made in Mishmash” events are created by Mishmash Leadership Program participants

Feast of the eighth candle

admin — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 07:13:38 +0000

Come celebrate Hanukkah with Mishmash!

Enjoy tasty food, unique Hanukkah bar, games, dancing and lots of fun!
Bring your friends and a festive mood to light up this night!

When: December 18 at 8:30pm
Where: Samovar Lounge, 1077 Independence Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94043
Price (includes one drink):
$15 with RSVP to hanukkahmishmash@gmail.com (Monday, Dec 14– Thursday, Dec 17)
$20 at the door

* the event is 21+

“Made in Mishmash” events are created by Mishmash Leadership Program participants