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Inspired by the Lubavitcher Rebbe- Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, Rabbi Shmuli and Mushky Raitman together with their children Mendel, Tzivia, Pinny, Asher, Zahava and Cherna have established a Chabad Jewish Center in Danville, CA. Their goal is to strengthen Jewish awareness and pride. Building strong and vibrant community for the Jewish residents of Danville/S. Ramon by creating an environment where every person, regardless of background or affiliation is welcome to explore and experience their heritage in a warm and non-judgmental environment.
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11 Facts About Antiochus Every Jew Should Know
Learn about the evil king who oppressed the Jews and defiled the Temple in the Chanukah story.
By Yehuda Altein
Take the Kosher Animal Quiz
Get ready to test your skills. Can you identify kosher animals?
By Menachem Posner
What to Know About Spending Shabbat in a Hotel
Successfully navigate electronic doors and sensors, carrying, and other challenges.
By Yehuda Shurpin
Why Add a Light Each Night of Chanukah?
The Talmud gives two reasons: to indicate the night and because we always ascend rather than descend.
By Yehuda Shurpin
How to Light the Menorah
Breeze through the Chanukah Menorah lighting with a step by step guide on everything from which menorah is kosher to how to arrange and light your own menorah.
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Shabbat & Holidays
Candle Lighting Times
Danville, CA 94506
Light Shabbat Candles at
4:30 PM  -  Friday, December 8
Shabbat Ends
5:32 PM  -  Shabbat, December 9
Weekly Torah Portion
Vayeishev
Upcoming Holiday
Chanukah
Dec. 7 - Dec. 15
Learning & Inspiration
  • What to Know About Spending Shabbat in a HotelSuccessfully navigate challenges such as electronic doors and sensors and carrying within a... Read More
  • Take the Kosher Animal QuizGet ready to test your skills. Can you identify kosher animals? Read More
  • We Begin Praying for Rain on Tue. EveUnderstand the connection between Dec. 5 or 6 and Vetein Tal Umatar Livrachah Read More
  • Joseph the Happy LamplighterLife Lessons From the Parshah - Vayeshev Read More
Daily Thought
The Power of One
Chanukah was a victory of few over many. Each Maccabee was a hero, essential to the victory. One could think that in those days, when the population of the world was so much smaller, a single individual would have more power to change the world. In fact, just the opposite is true. Technology and information have put enormous power in each of our hands. Today, each of almost eight billion people has the power to change the entire world for the good.​