You’re Invited: Lag B’Omer Picnic with Tri-Valley Cultural Jews

April 4, 2026April 4, 2026 ~ trivalleyculturaljews ~ Leave a comment

Light green background. Darker green rolling cartoon hills appear at the bottom with the words Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, Secular + Humanist, www.trivalleyculturaljews.org, culturaljews@gmail.com, (925) 399-8029. Lag B'Omer Picnic + Potluck, Sunday, May 3rd, 2026, 10:30am-12pm, San Ramon, CA. Colorful photos of children tossing a melon and piled on a swing, swinging back and forth at outdoor parks.

We know—it’s hard to think about Lag B’Omer when Passover isn’t even over yet! But spring is flying by, and we’re already getting excited for one of our favorite community events.

Join Tri-Valley Cultural Jews on Sunday, May 3rd in San Ramon for a joyful Lag B’Omer picnic. Whether you’ve been part of our community for years or you’re just curious to check us out, we’d love to have you with us.

Bring your favorite park games, like frisbee and soccer, but stick around for our famously unpredictable Annual Melon Toss. There will be plenty of time to connect, unwind, and soak up some beautiful sping weather as we enjoy a relaxed community potluck–bring something to share if you can!

Event Details:

Sunday, May 3rd

10:30am-12pm

San Ramon (address shared at registration)

Free for members, suggested $15 donation for non-member adults, if you are able.

What to bring: a potluck dish, a picnic blanket or chairs, any favorite outdoor games, and your reusable plate and utensils so we can be good stewards of the earth.

Lag B’Omer is all about light, community, and being together–and this gathering is a perfect way to celebrate! We can’t wait to share a lovely morning with you!

Tri-Valley Cultural Jews is an inclusive, friendly community rooted in Secular Humanist values. We celebrate Jewish culture, history, and traditions with curiosity, creativity, and plenty of laughter—creating spaces where everyone belongs. We offer a Jewish Culture School for kids ages 5-teen, along with a personalized Brit Mitzvah program that helps young people explore Jewish identity, values, and community in ways that feel authentic and engaging.

For more information, please email us at culturaljews@gmail.com or call (925) 399-8029. We’re TriValley Cultural Jews on FaceBook, tvcj_official on Instagram and @tvcj2.bsky.social on Bluesky.

TVCJ Passover Seder

March 27, 2026March 27, 2026 ~ trivalleyculturaljews ~ Leave a comment

A light green background, a white plate with matzah and walnuts, sits decoratively to the right side. Another white plate with peeled hard boiled eggs sits in the center. A third white plate with more matzah and walnuts is on the left. A bowl of red horseradish sits above the egg. Passover Seder, Sat. April 4th, 5PM Ceremony, 6:30PM Potluck. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, Secular + Humanist, www.trivalleyculturaljews.org, culturaljews@gmail.com, (925) 399-8029

Join Tri-Valley Cultural Jews for a warm, welcoming (and actually enjoyable) Passover Seder and potluck in Livermore on Saturday, April 4.

We’ll retell the classic story–freedom, resilience, and yes…crunchy matzoh. Our Secular Humanist Seder keeps the tradition alive in a way that’s thoughtful, participatory, and open to everyone. Expect music, storytelling, and at least a few moments of “wait, this is actually really interesting.”

Our Seder starts at 5 PM, followed by a relaxed potluck at 6:30 PM–because nothing says “freedom” like finally getting to eat! (Address shared after you RSVP).

Whether you’re a Seder regular, a little rusty on the Four Questions, or just wondering what matzah actually tastes like, you’ll find a seat at our table. Come solo or bring friends and family–there’s always room for one more.

Tri-Valley Cultural Jews is an inclusive Secular Humanist community celebrating Jewish culture, history, and tradition with curiosity, warmth, and a good sense of humor. We also offer a Jewish Culture School (ages 5 through teen) and a personalized Brit Mitzvah program–because asking big questions shouldn’t stop at childhood.

For more information or to RSVP, please email us at culturaljews@gmail.com or call (925) 399-8029. We’re TriValley Cultural Jews on FaceBook, tvcj_official on Instagram and @tvcj2.bsky.social on Bluesky

TVCJ Passover

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026 ~ trivalleyculturaljews ~ Leave a comment

Light green background with seder plate, metal seder cup, a dish of red horseradish, and walnuts in the shell scattered around. Central text reads: Passover Seder, Sat. April 4th, 2026, 5PM Ceremony, 6:30PM Potluck. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, Secular + Humanist, www.trivalleyculturaljews.org, culturaljews@gmail.com, (925) 399-8029

Looking for a welcoming way to experience Passover this year?

Join Tri-Valley Cultural Jews for a warm, inclusive Passover Seder and potluck in Livermore on Saturday, April 4.

Our Secular Humanist Seder brings the story of freedom and resilience to life through music, storytelling, and conversation in a way that’s accessible to all. Whether you’ve celebrated Passover for years or are simply curious and looking for a Jewish community, you’ll find a place here.

The evening begins with a participatory Seder at 5PM, followed by a relaxed potluck dinner at 6:30PM. The address will be shared at registration.

Come on your own or bring a friend. There’s a seat at the table for you.

Tri-Valley Cultural Jews continues to be a space where we celebrate Jewish culture, history, and values with curiosity and warmth. We’re also excited to keep growing our Jewish Culture School and Brit Mitzvah programs for our kids and teens.

To RSVP or learn more, email CulturalJews@gmail.com or call (925) 399-8029. We’re TriValley Cultural Jews on FaceBook, tvcj_official on Instagram and @tvcj2.bsky.social on Bluesky

TVCJ Passover Seder

March 14, 2026March 17, 2026 ~ trivalleyculturaljews ~ Leave a comment

A light blue background, a white plate with matzah, tulips and walnuts, sits decoratively to the right side. Passover Seder, Sat. April 4th, 5PM Ceremony, 6:30PM Potluck. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, Secular + Humanist, www.trivalleyculturaljews.org, culturaljews@gmail.com, (925) 399-8029

Celebrate Passover with Community, Tradition, and Connection

Join Tri-Valley Cultural Jews for a warm and welcoming Passover Seder and Potluck in Livermore on Saturday, April 4.

Passover is a time to gather together and reflect on the enduring story of the Jewish people’s journey from slavery to freedom. Our Secular Humanist Seder honors these traditions in a way that is thoughtful, participatory, and open to all. Through storytelling, song, and conversation. We will explore the themes of freedom and hope that continue to inspire people today.

The evening begins with our Seder ceremony at 5PM, followed by a relaxed community potluck dinner at 6:30PM. The event will be held in Livermore (address provided at registration).

Whether you have celebrated Passover for years or are looking for a welcoming place to connect with Jewish community, you will find a warm table here. Friends and family members are always welcome.

Tri-Valley Cultural Jews is an inclusive Secular Humanist Jewish community that celebrates Jewish culture, history, and traditions with warmth and curiosity. We also offer a Jewish Culture School for children ages 5 through teen, along with a personalized Brit Mitzvah program that helps young people explore Jewish identity and values in meaningful ways.
For more information or to RSVP, please email us at culturaljews@gmail.com or call (925) 399-8029. We’re TriValley Cultural Jews on FaceBook, tvcj_official on Instagram and @tvcj2.bsky.social on Bluesky

Refugee Sunday

March 6, 2026March 10, 2026 ~ trivalleyculturaljews ~ Leave a comment

Looking for Jewish Community? Come Join Us.

You’re warmly invited to Refugee Sunday with Tri-Valley Cultural Jews on March 15 at 1 PM in Castro Valley (address provided at registration).

Together we’ll share food, stories, and conversation while reflecting on the creativity, resilience, and culture that immigrants and refugees bring to our communities. A special guest speaker will help spark thoughtful discussion and connection.

Whether you’re curious about Jewish culture, exploring community, or simply looking for a welcoming space to spend time with thoughtful people, you are truly welcome here.

Come listen, learn, share, and connect.

TVCJ Purim

February 21, 2026March 10, 2026 ~ trivalleyculturaljews ~ Leave a comment

Maroon background with white mask trailing rainbow colors and rainbow color starts and decorations. Celebrate Purim. Sunday, March 1st, 10:30-12pm. Livermore. Games, Hamantaschen, Spiel, Crafts. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, Secular + Humanist, www.trivalleyculturaljews.org, culturaljews@gmail.com, (925) 399-8029

Join Tri-Valley Cultural Jews for a joyful, silly Secular Humanist Purim celebration on Sunday, March 1, from 10:30am-12pm in Livermore (address provided upon registration). Everyone is welcome — no Jewish background or experience needed.

Purim is a holiday of courage, resilience, and community, and we celebrate it the best way we know how: with laughter, creativity, and good food. Come in costume! Kids and adults are encouraged to join the fun.

We’ll bake (and eat!) hamantaschen, enjoy crafts and games, and share a community potluck lunch. We’ll wrap up the morning with our annual Purimspiel, a playful and funny retelling of the Book of Esther.

If you haven’t found a Purim party yet, there’s still time. We would truly love to see you there. Whether you’re a longtime member or joining us for the first time, you’ll find a warm welcome waiting.

Come celebrate and make a little noise with us!

Repro Rights Gathering

February 7, 2026March 10, 2026 ~ trivalleyculturaljews ~ Leave a comment

Pink background with pink and orange stylized blossoms. A cartoon of uterus shaped challah, 2 shabbat candles and a kiddush cup. Large bold blue letters say Repro Gathering. Sun Feb 22 at 2pm, Livermore, CA. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, Secular + Humanist, www.trivalleyculturaljews.org, culturaljews@gmail.com, (925) 399-8029

Join Tri-Valley Cultural Jews for a Repro Rights Gathering on Sunday, February 22 at 2pm in Livermore for a relaxed afternoon. We’re doing what we do best: gathering humans, sharing ideas, and building mutual support systems–with carbs.

Whether you’re a policy wonk, philosophy fan, science nerd, social-justice enthusiast, or simply someone who enjoys thoughtful discussion with kind people, you’re welcome exactly as you are.

For more info or to RSVP:
Email us at culturaljews@gmail.com or call (925) 399-8029

Free to members. Suggested $15 donation per non-member adult, if you are able.

We’d love to see you there.

TVCJ Purim

February 1, 2026March 10, 2026 ~ trivalleyculturaljews ~ Leave a comment

Light blue background. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, Secular + Humanist, www.trivalleyculturaljews.org, culturaljews@gmail.com, (925) 399-8029. Celebrate Purim. Sunday, March 1st, 10:30-12pm, Livermore, CA. Masks, feathers, noise makers, and hamantaschen adorn the bottom of the image with star shaped glitter.

Join Tri-Valley Cultural Jews for a joyful, silly, Secular, Humanistic Purim celebration–open to families, friends, neighbors and anyone who enjoys cookies, costumes, and good company on Sunday, March 1 from 10:30am-12pm in Livermore.

No religious background required. Just bring your sense of humor.

What’s Purim? Purim is a festive Jewish holiday celebrating courage, resilience, community–and having a great time while snacking and looking fabulous.

Costumes are encouraged for kids and grown-ups alike! We’ll bake (and eat) hamantaschen together. Expect face painting, games, plus a potluck lunch to share. We’ll wrap it all up with a Purimspiel: a playful, funny retelling of the Book of Esther, told with plenty of laughter and joy.

For more info or to RSVP–location info provided at registration:
Email us at culturaljews@gmail.com or call (925) 399-8029

Free to members. Suggested $15 donation per non-member adult, if you are able.

Repro Rights Gathering

January 31, 2026March 10, 2026 ~ trivalleyculturaljews ~ Leave a comment

Black background with kiddush cup, uterus shaped challah and 2 shabbat candles above the works Repo Shabbat, Sun Feb 22, 2pm, Livemore, CA.
Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, Secular + Humanist, www.trivalleyculturaljews.org, culturaljews@gmail.com, (925) 399-8029

In times that feel heavy or divided, many of us are craving something simple and sustaining: time together, good conversation, and a sense of belonging.

Join Tri-Valley Cultural Jews for our Repro Rights Gathering on Sunday, February 22 at 2pm in Livermore–a relaxed, welcoming afternoon of community and challah.

Come exactly as you are. Whether you’re looking for conversation, comfort, or carbs–because joy, food and, and humor are an essential part of how communities support one another.

For more info or to RSVP–location info provided at registration:
Email us at culturaljews@gmail.com or call (925) 399-8029
Find us at www.trivalleyculturaljews.org

Free to members. Suggested $15 donation per non-member adult, if you are able.

We’d love to see you there.

Tu B’Shvat

January 24, 2026March 10, 2026 ~ trivalleyculturaljews ~ Leave a comment

Celebrate Tu B’Shvat in the Olive Grove

Curious about Jewish culture? Love being outdoors? Lurking for a warm, welcoming community gathering? You’re invited.

Join Tri-Valley Cultural Jews on Sunday, February 1 at 10:30am in Livermore as we celebrate Tu B’Shvat, often called the New Year of the Trees. This nature-centered holiday is a beautiful opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect–with the earth, with one another, and with the values we share.

This year’s celebration takes place somewhere truly special: an olive grove. Surrounded by trees and open sky, we’ll gather for a relaxed, meaningful morning that’ accessible whether this is your first event with us or your tenth.

No prior experience or background is needed. Come as you are.

RSVP Required–address provided at registration
Email CulturalJews@gmail.com or call (925) 399-8029
Learn more about us at www.trivalleyculturaljews.org

About Tri-Valley Cultural Jews
We’re an inclusive, Secular Humanist community that celebrates Jewish culture, history, and traditions in thoughtful, welcoming ways. Our events are designed to be approachable, family-friendly, and open to people of all backgrounds.