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There are many ways to get involved at CBB!
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Affinity Groups
Every interfaith family that considers becoming a member of CBB invariably asks the same important question: “Is my interfaith family going to feel welcome at CBB?” The answer is “YES!” We are here to support your involvement in the CBB community; and for young families, this includes help in raising children to be literate and knowledgable in Jewish culture and traditions. About 30% of CBB member families are interfaith! Our Interfaith Outreach Coordinator would be happy to talk with you about your questions and situation. You can email Ann Pieramici at annpieramici@gmail.com.
In the Spring of 2024, CBB has established Keshet (Keshet is the Hebrew word meaning rainbow), a LGBTQ+ group.
The group is co-led by Dr. Philip Prinz and Peter Ginsberg, with support and guidance from CBB’s clergy. Keshet is dedicated to working with all LGBTQ+ members of CBB and their families and friends, to provide support and guidance, and to promote full equality, justice and dignity within CBB and the wider Jewish Santa Barbara community.
For more information or to get involved, please email Megan Lewis at megan@cbbsb.org.
MoBB is entirely volunteer-led, and in addition to social events, works with clergy and staff to identify projects that enrich and improve our community. If you’re not already involved, we encourage you to reach out to learn more about our group and join our email list. Just email cbbmobb@gmail.com to get started.
OpenDor is an open generation of young adults in their 20 and 30’s, seeking connection to each other and something greater than our individual selves. OpenDor is a Jewish space, not bound by walls, where community members discover their authentic Jewish selves unabashedly, non-judgmentally, comfortably aware that everyone around them is participating in the same experiment. Our participants are single, married, straight, gay, male, female, gender non-conforming, Jewish, and Jewishly curious. OpenDor seeks to push back against the painful realities of the isolation and loneliness of our generation by creating a space to encourage togetherness and community. Click here for more information.
Our original Boomers group has transformed into the new and improved Prime Timers, for everyone ages 60+. Our goal is to strengthen community, and to meet new friends while doing fun activities. If you have ideas for upcoming events, please reach out to co-chairs, Stephanie Lavine at steffielavine@gmail.com or David Fradkin at yomtov613@comcast.net.
Santa Barbara Organization of Reform Temple Youth at CBB. Check out the SBORTY Instagram here.
Whether you’re seeking new friendships, fun activities, or a supportive space to share experiences, we offer regular social events and a warm, inclusive atmosphere rooted in Jewish values. Join us to build genuine connections, enjoy life’s next chapter, and discover a vibrant community where you truly belong! For more information, email Laura Habecker at laura@cbbsb.org.
Programs & Events
CBB’s Jewish Book Club meets four times a year on Sunday mornings to read and discuss both fascinating and critically-acclaimed Jewish novels. All events start at 9:30 AM. Click here for more information.
Launched in spring 2023, Coffee & Community offers a casual, supportive environment where participants can feel less isolated, enjoy snacks and stories, and feel part of a community. We currently meet at 10 AM the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at CBB. Drop-ins are welcome, please join us!
Knitting Circle meets Mondays from 3-5 PM at CBB. Just drop in, all crafters are welcome!
From the tenements of New York City to the bungalows of the Catskills and the vast American suburbs, Jewish women have kept alive Mahjongg, a game that otherwise fell out of fashion in the 1920s. Join CBB members for a monthly game of Mahjongg. The game of Mahjongg can best be described as gin rummy with tiles. All ages are welcome! Check the calendar for dates or contact Laura Habecker (laura@cbbsb.org) for more information.
CBB’s Photography Club meets at 10 AM on the first Tuesday of the month at a private home. Email Helene Glassman (heleneglassman@me.com) for the location and details.
For more than a decade, Sunday Morning Live (SML) has been our largest regular gathering for community learning, debate, and eating. Join us as we learn from some of the leading Jewish voices help us to understand some of the most pressing and interesting issues of the day. And don’t miss the “Kenny Gaynes Memorial Best Darn Breakfast!” as our volunteer SML Kitchen Crew cooks and presents a yummy breakfast! Check the CBB calendar for the next SML offering.
Volunteer
CBB’s Caring Community supports members during challenging times and serves as a resource to the community to organize support for members who may not already have a support network within the congregation. The type of support we provide varies based on the needs of those we serve. Some offerings include: delivering soup or care bags, making calls or visits, cooking and delivering meals, or attending a shiva minyan. Further information is available by clicking here.
Our community welcomes volunteers to greet people before weekly Shabbat and special holiday services. Although the time commitment is minimal (we ask volunteers to arrive early to services), greeters help create an important welcoming atmosphere. To volunteer, email Laura Habecker at laura@cbbsb.org.
The Mental Wellness Committee at CBB supports the mental health of our community through education, relevant programing, and connection to community resources. Click here for complete information.
The Tikkun Olam Committee, formerly called the Social Action Committee, exists to support the efforts of our congregation to make this a better world. There are many opportunities to take action with other CBB members. The current Tikkun Olam initiatives are available by clicking here.