At Temple Judea, the whole family gets involved! Come enjoy one of the many informal Jewish learning experiences that we host throughout the year.

Here, Jewish learning is not just for kids and Judaism is not a “drop off” activity! Our clergy and staff walk alongside the entire family on their Jewish journey. To make sure there is something for everyone, our Youth and Family team organizes celebrations, activities, and social opportunities for all of our families, with children of all ages. Please join us at one - or all - of these fun, spiritual, uplifting events!

We're excited for the whole suite of youth and family programming that are in the works for the coming year!

Upcoming Events

2025-2026 Events & Activities

Back to Shul Shabbat

Back to Shul Shabbat

Friday, September 5 @ 6:15pm. Come celebrate the end of summer with your Temple Judea family at a beautiful Erev Shabbat Service, Shabbat dinner sponsored by Women of Temple Judea & TJ Brotherhood, and special family programming!

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Back to Shul-In/Teen Sleepover

Back to Shul-In/Teen Sleepover

Friday, September 5 @ 5:30pm - Saturday, September 6 @ 10:00am. Get ready for a night of laughter, games, and non-stop entertainment. Teens are invited to stay overnight on Temple Judea's campus for an event full of connection and fun. The evening begins at 5:30, giving teens time to connect before attending the Erev Shabbat "Back to Shul" service in the sanctuary. Dinner follows. Then teens stay for games, activities, a movie, snacks and fun! Breakfast provided. Bring your own pillows, blankets, air mattresses and sleeping bags. We have plenty of activities planned, including board games, movies, and some special surprises.

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Rosh Hashanah at Camp

Rosh Hashanah @ Camp

Tuesday, September 23 @ 9am at Camp Alonim. A day of outdoor inspiration for the kid in all of us! Rosh Hashanah @ Camp includes a service, lots of outdoor activities (arts & crafts, drumming, hiking, archery, etc.) and lunch. We are looking forward to once again gathering as a community to welcome in the new year, to pray together as we turn towards the future. Please join us for this meaningful, fun, and inspirational Holy Day experience.
Please note: fees apply for this all-day family programming.

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Y&F Yom Kippur Experience

Y&F Yom Kippur Experience

Thursday, October 2. A meaningful experience for the younger set. Join other Temple Judea families with young children for our 3rd Youth & Family Yom Kippur Experience. This Yom Kippur observance is designed for children ages 9 and younger. We encourage families with children who are older to join in the Yom Kippur services in the Goor Sanctuary.

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Sukkot Shabbat

Sukkot Shabbat

Friday, October 12. Celebrate Shabbat & Sukkot in the Sukkah.

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Sukkot & Simchat Torah Programming

Sukkot & Simchat Torah Programming

Sunday, October 12. Sukkot programming, followed by a fun Simchat Torah service.

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Y&F Chanukah

Y&F Chanukah

Saturday, December 13. Participate in fun activities, celebrate holidays, and continue your Jewish learning!

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JTJ Disneyland Trip

JTJ Disneyland Trip

Sunday, December 20. Details coming soon!

Shul-In/Teen Sleepover

Shul-In/Teen Sleepover (7th–12th grade)

Friday, January 17 @ 4:30pm – Saturday, January 18 @ 10:30am. Get ready for a night of laughter, games, and non-stop entertainment. Teens are invited to stay overnight on Temple Judea's campus for an event full of connection and fun. The evening begins at 5:30 with time to connect before attending the Erev Shabbat "Back to Shul" service in the sanctuary. Dinner follows, then games, activities, a movie, snacks, and fun! Breakfast provided. Bring your own pillows, blankets, air mattresses, and sleeping bags. We have plenty of activities planned, including board games, movies, and special surprises. Enjoy time with your JTJ friends and meet new ones—a great way to start off the year!

L'Taken Trip to Washington, D.C.

L'Taken Trip to Washington, D.C. – 10th–12th Grades

Thursday, January 22 – Monday, January 26. Students in grades 10–12 can travel with Rabbi Rosenstein on a powerful trip to Washington, D.C. that connects hundreds of Jewish teens and teaches them how to use their voices to advocate for change in the halls of Congress. Teens learn about public policy issues through a Jewish lens, visit museums and monuments, and bond with peers from across the country. The trip culminates with lobbying visits to Capitol Hill where they meet legislators and advocate for policies rooted in Jewish values.

Y&F 4th–5th Grade Event

Y&F 4th–5th Grade Event

Saturday, January 24, 2026. Stay tuned for details!

Y&F Tu B'Shvat Celebration

Y&F Tu B'Shvat Celebration

Sunday, February 1, 2026 (Tu B'Shvat). We're bringing the magic of Camp Sababa to our entire Youth & Family community at Temple Judea! Participate in fun activities, celebrate the holiday, and continue your Jewish learning.

Y&F Parents Night Out

Y&F Parents Night Out

Saturday, February 7, 2026. Details coming soon!

JTJ Arizona Immigrant Justice Trip

JTJ Arizona Immigrant Justice Trip (8th–9th grade)

Friday, February 13 to Monday, February 16, 2026. On a powerful Immigration Justice Trip, 8th & 9th grade Jewish teens from Temple Judea and across Los Angeles will travel to Phoenix and Nogales, Arizona. Students will meet organizations and people directly addressing migration issues and enforcement of migrant flow from Mexico to the U.S. They'll learn from seasoned educators, be chaperoned by Temple Judea staff, and bond with teens from Judea and other local synagogues. Scholarships available. Registration due by December 15, 2025.

Purim Carnival & Shpiel

Purim Carnival & Shpiel, plus Mimosas & Megillah

Sunday, March 1, 2026. Religious School parents drop your kids off at class and join other adults in the festive spirit of Purim for some mimosas (or OJ), bagels, and good company before heading to the Purim Shpiel and then the best carnival at 5429 Lindley all year!

Y&F Passover Celebration

Y&F Passover Celebration - Powered by "Camp Sababa"

Saturday, March 21, 2026 (Passover). We're bringing the magic of Camp Sababa to our entire Youth & Family community at Temple Judea! Participate in fun activities, celebrate holidays, and continue your Jewish learning!

Y&F 1st-3rd Grade Event

Y&F 1st-3rd Grade Event

Saturday, April 11. Stay tuned for details!

Y&F 6-8th Grade Event: Dodger Game

Y&F 6-8th Grade Event: Dodger Game

Saturday, April 25. Stay tuned for details!

Y&F Yom Ha'Atzmaut Celebration

Y&F Yom Ha'Atzmaut Celebration - Powered by "Camp Sababa"

Saturday, May 3, 2025 (Yom HaAtzamaut). We're bringing the magic of Camp Sababa to our entire Youth & Family community at Temple Judea! Participate in fun activities, celebrate holidays, and continue your Jewish learning!

Mitzvah Day

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at Temple Judea. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and turn your Jewish values into action. This opportunity only comes once a year with specially planned activities for all ages and stages—the whole community is encouraged to come and participate! Join your TJ family for fun social action projects and donation collections practicing our core Jewish values.

JSTY Events

JSTY Events

TBD. Our Jewish teen youth group is restarting with fun events in the works. Stay tuned as events are announced throughout the year!

JTJ Brunch with Us

JTJ Brunch with Us

Sundays in 2025: Sept. 28, Oct. 19, Nov. 2, Dec. 7; in 2026: Jan. 11, Feb. 8, March 8, April 12, May 3 @ 12-1pm. Our 8-12th grade teens are invited to eat & schmooze with a member of the Clergy or staff at Temple Judea once a month. Bring nothing except your love for food and need for socialization, and we will arrange the rest. There is a fee for this program.

Shabbat B'Yachad

Shabbat B'Yachad

Fridays: August 22 (7th), September 12 (TK/K), February 20 (4-6th), March 13 (1-3rd), May 15 (Honoring HS Seniors). Shabbat B’Yachad (Shabbat Together) is a whole-family Shabbat opportunity over dinner and community, each geared towards a specific grade group! Children eat and play together, led by our education team and teens, while parents socialize separately with new and old friends. The evening begins with Temple Judea's Erev Shabbat service at 6:15pm, followed by dinner and activities. Siblings are absolutely welcome.

Tot Shabbat & Schmooze

Saturdays: Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Dec. 6; in 2026: Jan. 10, Feb. 7, March 7, April 18, May 16, June 6 @ 9am. Various Saturdays at 9am in the Temple Judea Courtyard we come together to welcome Shabbat with music, stories, dancing, playtime on the yard, meeting new friends, and lots of yummy snacks for kids and their grownups. View the schedule of dates.

Pint-sized Shabbat

Pint-sized Shabbat

Friday, November 7, 2025 @ 5:15pm. A Shabbat service for families with young children. View the schedule of dates.

Erev Shabbat Services

Erev Shabbat Services

Fridays @ 6:15pm in the Goor Sanctuary. Erev Shabbat services each week are open to all! Come any week and celebrate Shabbat with us!