Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Urban Adamah ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://urbanadamah.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](https://urbanadamah.org/) - Connecting people to themselves, others & the natural world through Jewish tradition, mindfulness, sustainable agriculture, & social action in Berkeley, CA. - [Field Trips & Group Visits](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/field-trips-group-visits/) - Explore an urban farm in Berkeley, CA. Book field trips that connect groups with nature, food, and each other through hands-on, outdoor learning. - [Fellowship](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/) - The Urban Adamah Fellowship is a four-month residential program for adults ages 21 – 36 that integrates urban organic farming, Jewish learning, and communal living.We are excited to announce the relaunch of our fellowship for August 2027 with applications opening in January 2027! Updated program information coming soon! If you’re interested in receiving updates about the - [High Holidays](https://urbanadamah.org/events-workshops/high-holidays-2026/) - Join us in community on the farm for our Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur programming. Filled with heart opening prayer, learning, song, and mindfulness, our High Holiday services are musical, soulful & grounded in tradition. Come sway with the crops in the fields and welcome the year 5787 with open arms and feet freshly rooted - [Rentals](https://urbanadamah.org/rentals/) - Bring your event to life at our urban farm oasis! Centrally located in the East Bay, our space provides an scenic landscape for your unique experience... - [Our Team](https://urbanadamah.org/about/our-team/) - Our Team Urban Adamah staff members bring expertise, enthusiasm, and energy to our work building a more loving, just, and sustainable world. As a team we stand on the shoulders of those who built Urban Adamah from the ground up, shepherding the work we’ve inherited. Simultaneously, we bring initiative and creativity, innovating and offering new - [Core Supporters](https://urbanadamah.org/donate/core-supporters/) - Core Supporters Thank you for your support. Our farm and campus would not exist without you! 100,000+ Koum Family FoundationMicki MillerRich and Nancy RobbinsRodan Family FoundationSan Francisco Jewish Community Federation (SFJCF)Walter and Elise Haas Fund 50,000+ AnonymousMoses and Susan Libitzky 25,000+ David Klein Jr. FundGaia FundGale Mondry and Bruce CohenNancy Rothman and Louis Lavigne 10,000+ - [All Year](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/all-year/) - Young people in grades TK-5 explore Jewish values and nature-based skills through hands-on projects, art, and mindfulness at Urban Adamah All Year. - [Summer Camp](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/youth-camps/summer-camp/) - At Urban Adamah's summer camp in Berkeley, kids grow food, build community & connect with nature through outdoor adventures on an urban farm in the East Bay! - [Events & Retreats](https://urbanadamah.org/events-workshops/) - Explore Urban Adamah's community events and retreats that integrate Jewish tradition, sustainable agriculture, mindfulness, and more! - [Our Mission & Story](https://urbanadamah.org/about/) - Urban Adamah is an educational farm and community center in Berkeley, California that integrates Jewish tradition, mindfulness, and sustainable agriculture. - [Visit the Farm](https://urbanadamah.org/the-farm/visit-the-farm/) - VISIT THE FARM Come visit the farm during our weekly open hours listed below. You can also check out our events calendar to learn about and register for upcoming programs. Come visit the farm during our weekly open hours. During these times, you are welcome to say hello to the goats and chickens, see what - [Volunteer](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/volunteer/) - Volunteer ON YOUR COMMUNITY FARM! Do you like working outdoors, meeting new people, learning new skills, and getting your hands dirty? If so, you will love volunteering with us! Urban Adamah relies on volunteers to help us grow the thousands of pounds of produce we harvest every year and donate to local food pantries, partner - [Farm Stay for Young Adults](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/farmstay/) - FARM STAY PROGRAM For Young Adults Urban Adamah’s Farm Stay Program is a unique opportunity designed for young adults ages 21 – 38 to immerse themselves in community living, the rhythms of urban farming, and a closer connection with Jewish time. Come live on our vibrant farm for a multi-month journey of your own creation. - [Catering](https://urbanadamah.org/rentals/catering/) - Catering & Preferred Vendors We partner with select providers to serve your event or retreat on the farm! Our preferred caterers and vendors have been selected based on food quality, customer service, and commitment to sustainable catering and event practices. The caterers on the list below can provide either full service, drop off service, or - [Spaces on the Farm](https://urbanadamah.org/rentals/spaces/) - spaces on the farm Explore Options for Your Event Our campus offers a diversity of multi-purpose spaces that can be activated to serve the unique vision of your celebration, retreat, workshop, or other gathering. Check Availability RETREAT LODGE COMMUNITY HALL YURT Residence Hall THE RETREAT LODGE THE AMENITIES: 12 bedrooms that can sleep up to - [Summer Specialist Program](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/summer-specialist/) - Come live on an urban farm in Berkeley, CA while building your skills in sustainable agriculture and environmental education! For young adults ages 19–23. - [Celebration Rentals](https://urbanadamah.org/rentals/celebration-rentals/) - CELEBRATION RENTALS Planning a wedding, B'nei Mitzvah ( farmizvah! ), or community celebration? We'd love to host your special occasion on the farm! Inquire Today! What’s Included? | Pricing | Rental Notes A CELEBRATION RENTAL INCLUDES: On-site support on the day of the event Setup and breakdown of all Urban Adamah event supplies, furniture, and - [Youth Camps](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/youth-camps/) - Youth Camps At Camp Urban Adamah, we offer campers a taste of organic farm life through fun and dynamic hands-on programs at our urban farm. Our camp sessions are inspired by children’s natural curiosity and innate connection to the earth. Whether they are planting, harvesting, building mud forts, crafting, or preparing farm-to-table meals, campers explore - [New Year's Meditation Retreat 2026](https://urbanadamah.org/events-workshops/new-years-meditation-retreat-2026/) - Join us January 1 – 4, 2026 for a New Year's Meditation Retreat led by Matthew Immergut, PhD & Adam Berman at Urban Adamah - [Legacy Giving](https://urbanadamah.org/donate/legacy-giving/) - Create lasting impact through planned giving to Urban Adamah. Support sustainable farming & Jewish community building with estate gifts that offer tax benefits. - [Winter Camp](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/youth-camps/winter-camp/) - Winter Camp We are not running Winter Camp in 2025–2026. Please check back next year! During Winter Camp we play, build, sing, work, and explore the ways in which farm life intersects with Jewish practice and social justice. Through farm responsibilities, self-directed play, and project-based nature activities, students will learn about the natural world and explore - [Camp CITS](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/teen-programs/camp-cits/) - CIT TEEN LEADERSHIP PROGRAM FOR RISING 7th – 9th GRADERS Our Counselors-in-Training Leadership Program blends our signature farm camp—including gardening, feeding chickens, collecting eggs, music, stories, farm-to-fork cooking activities, and nature-based arts and crafts—with skill-building and leadership programming tailored to tweens and teens.Our CITs spend part of their time amongst peers enjoying fun camp activities, developing leadership skills, forming - [Camp Interns](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/teen-programs/camp-interns/) - CAMP INTERNSHIP An opportunity for rising 10-11 graders! Do you want to spend your summer: Wetting your feet in the magical world of the outdoors? Practicing experiential education on a Jewish-inspired urban farm? Gaining hands-on experience working with preschool and elementary aged campers? Get ready to become an Urban Adamah Camp Intern! Learn More! Summer - [Join Mailing List](https://urbanadamah.org/join-mailing-list/) - Our Mailing LIst Keep up with what's growing on at Urban Adamah. Join our mailing list to receive farm, retreat, and event updates so you can stay in the loop. InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*Email* Submit Our upcoming events! - [Youth Camp FAQs](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/youth-camps/frequently-asked-questions/) - FAQ's Camp Urban Adamah Should I send my camper for multiple weeks of Camp Urban Adamah? Each camp session is unique in its own way. Families love sending their children to multiple sessions of camp. We find that more time on the farm nourishes the connections children make here. What is your vaccination policy? All - [Jewish Tradition](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/youth-camps/jewish-tradition/) - Jewish Learning Youth and family programs at Urban Adamah integrate Jewish values and ritual with hands-on farm exploration, environmental education, and community building. We welcome youth and families from a wide range of Jewish backgrounds, as well as those who are not Jewish. Jewish content at camp is thoughtfully incorporated and no prior Jewish background - [Naming Opportunities](https://urbanadamah.org/donate/naming-opportunities/) - Become a permanent part of the future of Bay Area Jewish life with your gift toward Urban Adamah’s Berkeley campus! Naming opportunities are still available. - [Jewish Meditation Shabbaton | Fall 2025](https://urbanadamah.org/events-workshops/jewish-meditation-shabbaton-fall2025/) - Join Norman Fischer, Rebecca Schisler and R. Dorothy Richman for a Jewish Meditation Shabbaton at Urban Adamah in Berkeley, CA on September 19 – 20, 2025. - [New Year's Meditation Retreat 2024-2025](https://urbanadamah.org/events-workshops/meditation-retreat-2024/) - New Year's Meditation Retreat Led by Adam Berman & Rebecca Schisler December 29, 2024 – january 1, 2025 Transition into the new year with a 3-night residential meditation retreat here on the farm. This mostly silent retreat combines classic Vipassana (“insight”) meditation with Jewish ritual, song, and contemplative practices that support the cultivation of concentration, - [Our Practices](https://urbanadamah.org/the-farm/our-practices/) - Our Practices We employ a sustainable, hand-scale system of production agriculture that considers the health of the soil, the careful and conservative use of resources, and the human impact on the land and surrounding ecosystems. Our methodology aims to mimic natural processes, encourage biodiversity, reduce off-farm inputs and cycle our nutrients on site. We use - [Youth & Families](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/) - Urban Adamah offers fun, developmentally appropriate outdoor education for children, teens, and families within a vibrant, loving, and inclusive Jewish community. Join us for summer and winter camp as well as Shabbat, holiday, and weekend programs. We also host groups and schools for a wide range of programs. THE SOUNDS OF SUMMER Songs of Camp - [Financials](https://urbanadamah.org/donate/financials/) - FINANCIALS Urban Adamah is a 501(c)3 organization with federal tax ID # 27-4349643. 2024 Form 990 - [Give to Urban Adamah](https://urbanadamah.org/donate/) - GIVE TO URBAN ADAMAH The work of Urban Adamah is made possible by generous members of our community. Please consider making a contribution and donate today. - [Capital Campaign](https://urbanadamah.org/donate/capital-campaign/) - Completing a Vision A $9 Million Phase III Capital Campaign Urban Adamah is in the third and final stage of developing the farm campus on Sixth Street in West Berkeley. In March 2018, we launched a $9 million Phase III capital campaign to complete the campus, setting the stage for magnified impact and growth for - [The Farm](https://urbanadamah.org/the-farm/) - Urban Adamah is a community farm and education center in northwest Berkeley. The two-acre campus acts as a productive vegetable and fruit farm for our community. Stop by and enjoy the greenhouses, goats, chickens, orchard, bees, berry patches, worms, bioswales, and so much more! Experience the Farm We welcome visitors to stop by and enjoy - [This Place](https://urbanadamah.org/the-farm/this-place/) - This Place The Urban Adamah farm is situated on a two-acre site that is home to a wide array of perennial flowers, native plants, annual vegetables, animals, and learners. After a great deal of fundraising, planning, permitting, soil moving, and building, we began cultivating the land in 2017. Moving our operations and programs from a - [Privacy Policy](https://urbanadamah.org/about/privacy-policy/) - PRIVACY POLICY Urban Adamah is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our program participants, employees, contractors, and donors. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.Information We CollectUrban Adamah collects personal information such as names, email addresses, home addresses, phone numbers, credit card information (through Stripe), emergency contact - [Resources Guide](https://urbanadamah.org/events-workshops/resources-guide/) - RESOURCE GUIDE Looking for ways to get involved in a virtual community? Missed a virtual program? Or love it so much that you want to re-watch it? This resource guide is for various at-home gardening tips, nature based projects for the entire family, and programs that create spiritual connection, and so much more! Grow Your Own - [Young Adult Jewish Grief Retreat](https://urbanadamah.org/young-adult-jewish-grief-retreat/) - YOUNG Adult JEWISH GRIEF RETREAT 2025 DATES TBA Join Urban Adamah for a grief retreat for young adults ages 20 – 39 rooted in Jewish spirituality. We will build a weekend community of folks who’ve each experienced loss—whether a parent, sibling, partner, or dear friend. “There’s nothing so whole as a broken heart,” says the Kotzker Rebbe. While some - [Rental FAQs](https://urbanadamah.org/rentals/faqs-rentals/) - Frequently Asked Questions HOW MANY TABLES & CHAIRS DO YOU HAVE? Urban Adamah has 200 folding chairs and 20 rectangular 6’ x 30” tables. WHAT DOES THE SITE HOST DO? Site hosts are available to help with the execution and flow of your event. They may set up and break down furniture, maintain restrooms, greet - [COVID-19 Policy](https://urbanadamah.org/the-farm/covid-19-policy/) - COVID-19 Policy Our response to COVID-19 shifts depending on the current COVID-19 hospital admission level. When this levels is high, our policies are more restrictive in order to better protect our community. Visit COVID Act Now to see what the current level is in Alameda County.Depending on the most recent recommendations from the CDC and Alameda county, - [Urban Adamitzvah](https://urbanadamah.org/events-workshops/urban-adamitzvah/) - 13th Anniversary Celebration SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 | 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM Get Tickets Here! Please join us on the farm to celebrate with delicious food, music, dancing, and hands-on fun! We’re excited and joyful to be marking our Urban Adamitzvah. Bat, bar, b’mitzvah honors a transition from the process of ending childhood to that - [Accessibility](https://urbanadamah.org/the-farm/accessibility/) - ACCESSIBILITY ACCESSIBILITY​ Urban Adamah’s campus is fully compliant with ADA guidelines.​All program spaces and agricultural production facilities are wheelchair accessible. Most paths on the site, except those that are in growing fields, are made of decomposed granite (DG) which supports wheelchairs well except when there is heavy rain. We do sometimes have construction projects taking - [Contact Us](https://urbanadamah.org/about/contact/) - Contact Us Urban Adamah 1151 Sixth Street Berkeley, CA 94710 info@urbanadamah.org Follow us on social media! @urbanadamah facebook.com/urbanadamah For general inquiries please fill out the form below.If you would like to contact a particular staff member, you can find their contact information on our team page. If you are interested in receiving email updates from - [Mizrahi Film Series](https://urbanadamah.org/events-workshops/mizrahi-film-series/) - YA RAYAH: A MIZRAHI FILM SERIES Co-presented by the Jewish Film Institute By and about Mizrahi and Arab Jews, Ya Rayah (“oh you, the one leaving”) is an outstanding film series that will take you on a journey through the rich reality of our Mizrahi and Arab Jewish life, culture and history. Through a lovingly - [Fellowship Program Content](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/program-content/) - FELLOWSHIP Program CONTENT Avodat Lev (Service of the Heart) Avodat Lev brings us together for meditation, movement, chanting, art and creative sharing every morning. Meditation is guided and structured, but is mostly silent. Chanting consists of short phrases from the Shacharit service (the traditional morning liturgy). Avodat Lev is designed to open our hearts to - [Reclaiming Our Cultures & Narratives: A Sephardi-Mizrahi Retreat](https://urbanadamah.org/events-workshops/sephardi-mizrahi-retreat/) - Reclaiming Our Cultures & Narratives: A Sephardi-Mizrahi Retreat May 3 – May 5, 2024 Let us convene in song, prayer, harvest and stories from the four corners of the world where our ancestors’ paths have taken us and carved intricate lineages within. We will celebrate our crafts, our know-hows, the ways of the lands we - [Israel, Palestine & the Invitation to Stay in Community Together](https://urbanadamah.org/invitation-to-community/) - Israel, Palestine & the Invitation to Stay in Community Together Urban Adamah exists as a space for community members to come together, with our multiple identities and political perspectives, varying levels of Jewish engagement and religious practice. We exist as a space for people of all backgrounds, religions, and beliefs to join each other in - [Event Information](https://urbanadamah.org/events-workshops/event-information/) - Things to know when attending our community programs, including information about photography, accessibility, Covid and our NOTAFLOF (sliding scale) policy. - [Board of Directors](https://urbanadamah.org/about/board-of-directors/) - Board of Directors Urban Adamah board members steward our work, ensuring we are living up to our commitment to building a more loving, just, and sustainable world, and to grounding and connecting people to themselves, others, and the natural world. Through a keen focus on governance and mission, the board ensures we are focused on - [Job Opportunities](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/) - Job OpportunitIes We’re searching for mission-aligned individuals who are committed to making a difference. At the end of the day, it’s all about creating a more loving, just, and sustainable world. Apply for one of our open positions! WORK WITH US! Learn More About Our Open Positions... Click below to learn more and apply today! - [Fellowship Alumni Retreat](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/alumni/retreat/) - Fellowship Alumni Retreat FRIDAY, MAY 3 – SUNDAY MAY 5 | 2024 Calling all Urban Adamah Fellowship Alumni—you’re invited to our annual Fellowship Alumni Retreat in the Spring of 2024! We hope you’ll join us to connect with old and new friends, celebrate Shabbat UA-style in Camp St, get your hands in the soil, and - [Fees](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/program-content/fees/) - DATES & FEES 2023 FELLOWSHIP DATES AUGUST 14 – DECEMBER 15 Our 2023 Fellowship cohort is currently underway and we are no longer accepting applications.If you would like to learn more about future fellowship Fellowship opportunities, please fill out the interest form below and we will follow up with you. Submit an Interest Form Applications - [How to Apply](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/how-to-apply/) - TAKE THE FIRST STEP The Urban Adamah Fellowship is a four-month residential program for adults ages 21 – 30 that integrates urban organic farming, Jewish learning, and communal living. Interested? Sign Up for Updates 2023 Applications Closed 2023 FELLOWSHIP DATES AUGUST 14 – DECEMBER 15 Our 2023 Fellowship cohort is underway and we are no - [TERMS & CONDITIONS](https://urbanadamah.org/the-farm/terms-and-conditions/) - TERMS AND CONDITIONS when visiting the farm Definitions I understand that the term Urban Adamah as used in this document means and includes all current and former officers, directors, employees, agents, contractors, and affiliated or related entities of Urban Adamah; the term “I” means and includes any participant 18 years or older, or the parent - [Thank You](https://urbanadamah.org/thank-you/) - Thank you for your purchase. - [Fellowship FAQs](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/faqs/) - FAQ's The Fellowship Where will I live? Fellows live in a communal house right on the farm. Rooms are shared with one or two other people. Utilities, rooms, and food stipends are covered by Urban Adamah. Fellows are responsible for general house maintenance and cleanliness.Living communally is a rich opportunity to develop communication skills, appreciate - [Family Programs](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/family-programs/) - Family Programs Urban Adamah offers a variety of programs designed specifically for families. Our programs give families the opportunity to experience the farm through hands-on activities that connect us to the food we eat, our bodies, Jewish values, and the cycles of nature. Family Events Creating Community People from all backgrounds are welcome at Urban - [Family Programs](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/family-programs/sprouts-family-days/) - FAMILY PROGRAMS Families on the Farm is a magical journey of discovery, play, and exploration on our urban farm. It’s like the best of Summer Camp, all in one morning – with veggies, animals, soil, songs, stories, and games!Join us with your family for an amazing morning on the farm followed by lunch with other - [Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion](https://urbanadamah.org/commitment-to-diversity-equity-inclusion/) - OUR Commitment Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion… Our community is defined by a multiplicity of identities, histories, and ancestry. It is our responsibility, as members of those communities and as a community organization, to nurture, advocate for, and honor the many inter-dimensional identities we each hold.Diversity in any system — from ecosystems to immune systems to - [Curriculum](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/program-content/curriculum/) - Curriculum The Fellowship is a program that works at the intersection of sustainable urban agriculture, Jewish spirituality, and community building. Sustainable Agriculture Jewish Tradition Community Building Social Action, Leadership, & Mindfulness Sustainable Agriculture Working The Land Fellows spend time learning and practicing sustainable agriculture on our two-acre farm campus in Berkeley. They are involved in - [Vaccination Policy](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/youth-camps/vaccination-policy/) - Vaccination Policy All eligible campers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least two weeks prior to the start of camp. All campers must have received a booster in addition to initial vaccination. Proof of vaccination will be required on the first day of camp. All camp staff are required to be fully vaccinated with - [After School Farm Intern Program](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/teen-programs/after-school-farm-intern-program/) - AFTER-SCHOOL FARM INTERN PROGRAM Intern Applications Open! 9 – 12 GRADERS Join us on the farm this spring for a brand-new opportunity to learn farm-based skills. We are recruiting high school students aged 14 – 17 to spend two afternoons a week and one Sunday a month at Urban Adamah as paid interns. Interns will spend - [Staff](https://urbanadamah.org/staff/) - [Farm Associate Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/farm-associate-application/) - FARM ASSOCIATE 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Operations Manager Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/operations-manager-application/) - CAMPER CARE COORDINATOR 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Job Application Confirmation Page](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/job-application-confirmation-page/) - JOB OPPORTUNITIES APPLICATION SUBMITTED Thank you for submitting your application!Please check your email for additional information. Please reach out to our team at info@urbanadamah.org with any questions. Learn More! - [Retreat & Site Rental Associate Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/retreat-site-rental-associate-application/) - RETREAT & SITE RENTALS ASSOCIATE 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [The Administrative Associate of Office, Operations & HR Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/the-administrative-associate-of-office-operations-hr-application/) - ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE OF OFFICE, OPERATIONS & HR​ 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Roots Camp Counselor Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/roots-camp-counselor-application/) - ROOTS CAMP COUNSELOR 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [CIT Camp Counselor Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/cit-camp-counselor-application/) - CIT CAMP COUNSELOR​ 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Assistant Sprouts Camp Director Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/assistant-sprouts-camp-director-application/) - ASSISTANT SPROUTS CAMP DIRECTOR​ 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [After-Camp Counselor Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/after-camp-counselor-application/) - AFTER-CAMP COUNSELOR 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [After-Camp & Field Trips Coordinator Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/after-camp-field-trips-coordinator-application/) - AFTER-CAMP & FIELD TRIPS COORDINATOR 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Fellowship v2](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship-v2/) - “This Fellowship changed my life. It gave me the tools to better understand myself, to make change in the world, and to create the life I want to live. ” — Becca Kagan —Summer 2016 The Urban Adamah Fellowship is a three-month residential program for adults ages 21 – 35 that integrates urban organic farming, - [Living in Community](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/program-content/living-in-community/) - LIVING IN COMMUNITY “The fellowship is life-changing, life-affirming, and life-growing. Building community with others who were committed to creating a more just world through personal change and collective action, was, quite simply, beautiful.” — Molly Schulman —Summer 2018 The Program The commitment made by fellows is participation in all classes, farm work hours, Avodat Lev, - [Our Supporters](https://urbanadamah.org/about/our-supporters/) - OUR SUPPORTERS Urban Adamah is made possible through the contributions of many. We are grateful to the foundations and individuals who support our annual operating budget and help us grow. Foundation Support $5,000 or ABOVE (since 2018) AnonymousBend the ArcContra Costa Jewish Community CenterDavid Klein Jr. FundDiane & Guilford Glazer PhilanthropiesDorot FoundationGaia FundHarold Grinspoon FoundationThe - [Community Partners](https://urbanadamah.org/about/community-partners/) - Our Community Partners Urban Adamah is proud to work with and learn from many of our neighbors in the East Bay. We support local community organizations by providing produce and farm labor to help confront food insecurity. We also frequently collaborate with other organizations in program development and delivery. Fellowship Partners Urban Adamah fellows spend - [Winter After-Camp Counselor Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/winter-after-camp-counselor-application-2/) - WINTER AFTER-CAMP COUNSELOR 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Winter Camp Counselor Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/winter-camp-counselor-application-2/) - WINTER CAMP COUNSELOR 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Fall Camp](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/youth-camps/fall-camp/) - FALL Camp A NEW CAMP FOR YOU! During Fall Camp we play, build, sing, work, and get to know life on a Jewish urban farm. Through group-building challenges and project-based learning, we learn about the natural world and explore community, teamwork, and the interconnectedness of all things. Fall Camp is for children ages 7 – - [The Produce](https://urbanadamah.org/the-farm/the-produce/) - The Produce The Urban Adamah campus is a place of food abundance. Our Food From incorporating edible plants into our landscaping, to dedicating a majority of growing spaces to annual vegetables and fruits, we harvest food from our land throughout the entire year. We have a fruit orchard and multiple berry patches. Edible vines, fruit - [Fellowship Application Form](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/fellowship-application-form/) - THE FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION FORM Before You Begin This is a long application. Please take the following steps to ensure that you are fully prepared to complete the application so that you do not lose your work. Read through the whole application before filling it out so you understand the questions you will be asked. For - [Fellowship Offer Form](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/fellowship-offer-form/) - THE FELLOWSHIP OFFER FORM Questions marked with an * are required Email *Please make sure to use the same email address from where you clicked the link to this form. Unique IDThis is listed in the email from where you clicked the link to this form. Do you accept or decline our offer to join - [Fellowship Offer Form Confirmation](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/fellowship-offer-form-confirmation/) - THE FELLOWSHIP OFFER SUBMITTED Thank you for submitting your offer to us for the Urban Adamah Fellowship! Please reach out to the Fellowship Team at fellowship@urbanadamah.org with any questions. Learn More! - [Fellowship Referral Confirmation](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/fellowship-referral-confirmation/) - THE FELLOWSHIP REFERRAL SUBMITTED Thank you for completing a referral form! We really appreciate your time. Please reach out to the Fellowship Team at fellowship@urbanadamah.org with any questions. Learn More! - [Fellowship Referral Form](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/fellowship-referral-form/) - THE FELLOWSHIP REFERRAL FORM Thank you for taking the time to submit a referral. The success of our program depends on accepting fellows who are ready for the rigors of the program so your honest feedback is greatly appreciated. Questions marked with an * are required Your Information First Name * Last Name * - [Fellowship Withdraw Form](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/fellowship-withdraw-form/) - THE FELLOWSHIP WITHDRAW FORM Fellowship Withdraw Form We're sorry to see you go. Please complete the form below to officially withdraw your application. We hope you will apply for a future fellowship with Urban Adamah. Unique ID *You can find your Unique ID in the emails that you've received about your Fellowship application. Email *You - [Young Adult Programs Director Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/young-adult-programs-director-application/) - YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS DIRECTOR 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Fellowship Application Form Confirmation](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/fellowship-application-form-confirmation-2/) - THE FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION SUBMITTED Thank you for submitting your application!Please check your email for additional information. Please reach out to the Fellowship Team at fellowship@urbanadamah.org with any questions. Learn More! - [Fellowship Application Interest Form Confirmation](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/fellowship-application-form-confirmation/) - THE FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION REQUESTED Thank you for requesting an application for the Urban Adamah Fellowship! You will receive an email shortly with a link to the Fellowship Application from fellowship@urbanadamah.org.If you do not see it in your inbox, please check your spam folder. Please reach out to the Fellowship Team at fellowship@urbanadamah.org with any questions. 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Learn More! - [Teen Programs](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/teen-programs/) - TEEN PROGRAMS Teens are asking some big questions: “Who do I want to be in the world?” “In what ways am I powerful?” “How can I make a difference?” AT URBAN ADAMAH... We’ve designed programs that help teens explore their own answers to these questions and more.All programs are grounded in community, connection to the earth, and Jewish ecological wisdom. Rising 7 – 9 graders are invited to join us for summer and beyond - [Zines: Alumni](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/alumni/zines-alumni/) - ALUMNI ART WORKS East Bay Alternative Book & Zine Fest EBABZ is an annual festival for writers, artists, makers, and everyone who creates or appreciates zines and alternative books. Urban Adamah is excited to be presenting work from our fellowship alumni at this years zine fest! This Is Not A Paperclip: A Zine For Creativity BY MEG - [Taste of the Fellowship](https://urbanadamah.org/home/taste-of-the-fellowship/) - TASTE OF THE FELLOWSHIP 4 – part young adult virtual SERIES As the current climate will not allow us to be together how we planned... Let's gather in a new and connective way! Join the Fellowship team, Becca Heisler and Sasha Hippard, for a 4-part series where we will offer a few of our favorite - [After School Program Counselor Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/fall-after-school-program-counselor-application/) - AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM COUNSELOR 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [After-Camp Director & Programs Coordinator 2020 Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/after-camp-director-programs-coordinator-2020-application/) - AFTER-CAMP DIRECTOR & PROGRAMS COORDINATOR 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Spring Camp Registration](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/youth-camps/rates-and-registration/spring-camp-registration/) - Spring Camp Registration Camp Rates One Week Session EARLY BIRDRegistering before Jan 2nd $475 FULL PRICE $490 Additional Camp Services After Camp Program: $175 per week Fees *There is a 3% non-refundable credit card processing fee. Financial Aid Urban Adamah seeks to provide financial assistance to those who cannot afford the full cost of camp. - [Rates and Registration](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/youth-camps/rates-and-registration/) - Rates & Registration A registration form must be completed for each child attending Camp Urban Adamah. Full payment is due upon registration. All registrations take place online, must be paid for via credit or debit card, and space is given on a first come, first served basis. Register Now! Registration Details WaitlistTo be added to - [Testimonials](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/youth-camps/testimonials/) - Testimonials What parents & campers say about Camp Urban Adamah… “It was really fun! My favorite part was planting. And I also liked that you do a lot of nice stuff like write in a journal about a special plant that you really like. And they have really nice counselors.”​ “My daughter loves to come - [Camp Care Coordinator Camp 2020 Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/camp-care-coordinator-camp-2020-application/) - CAMP CARE COORDINATOR 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Music Specialist Camp 2020 Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/music-specialist-camp-2020-application/) - MUSIC SPECIALIST 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. 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Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Young Adult Programs & Fellowship Director Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/young-adult-programs-fellowship-director-application/) - YOUNG adult programs & Fellowship director 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Public Programs & retreat Center Director Application](https://urbanadamah.org/about/job-opportunities/public-programs-retreat-center-director-application/) - PUBLIC PROGRAMS & RETREAT CENTER DIRECTOR 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. Get involved at Urban Adamah - [Summer Camp Registration](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/youth-camps/rates-and-registration/summer-camp-registration/) - Summer Camp Registration Camp Rates One Week Sessions EARLY BIRDRegistering before Jan 2nd $475 FULL PRICE $490 Two Week Sessions EARLY BIRDRegistering before Jan 2nd $975 FULL PRICE $990 Additional Camp Services After Camp Program: $175 per sessionSan Francisco Shuttle: $75 per session Fees *There is a 3% non-refundable credit card processing fee. Financial Aid - [Urban Agriculture](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/program-content/urban-agriculture/) - Urban Agriculture Practicing sustainable agriculture in an urban area can be a powerful tool in supporting the health of social, economic, ecological and environmental systems. Through this series of classes Urban Adamah fellows learn ways to grow, process, and distribute food within a whole-systems framework. This curriculum is designed to give fellows a foundation of - [Fellowship Application Request](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/how-to-apply/fellowship-application-request/) - Fellowship Application 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. - [Camp Intern Application](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/teen-programs/camp-interns/camp-intern-application/) - Camp Intern Application 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. - [Camp CIT Application](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/teen-programs/camp-cits/camp-cit-application/) - Camp CIT Application 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. - [Financial Aid Application](https://urbanadamah.org/financial-aid-application/) - Financial Aid APplication 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. - [Reference Form Request](https://urbanadamah.org/reference-form-request/) - Reference Form Request 404 Sorry, an error occurred. Form not found. - [Guest Policy](https://urbanadamah.org/about/guest-policy/) - Guest Policy The main goal of the Urban Adamah Guest Policy is to protect and ensure the health of each fellow who dwells in the house. The Urban Adamah Guest Policy addresses the issue of having a guest stay for an amount of time that house members find disagreeable but difficult to negotiate with each - [Alumni](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/alumni/) - ALUMNI Since 2011, more than 250 young adults have participated in the Urban Adamah Fellowship (and more than 800 from our sister program, Adamah, in Connecticut). Below are some featured alumni and their professional/educational journeys. If you’d like to speak to any of our alumni, please let us know and we can put you in - [Website Login](https://urbanadamah.org/website-login/) - Log-in to Urban Adamah Log In Lost your password? - [Application](https://urbanadamah.org/rentals/application/) - Application - [Sprouts Camp](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/youth-camps/sprouts-camp/) - Sprouts Camp Young children can sprout into Urban Adamah campers during our Sprouts Camp sessions. Designed specifically for children entering preschool and Kindergarten, Sprouts Camp introduces campers to farming, Judaism, and community. Sprouts campers enjoy their day exploring our organic farm and learning how to be great helpers to the crops, animals, and each other. - [Universities](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/universities/) - UniversitY University of FloridaRutgers UniversityUniversitUniversity of MarylandUniversity of MichiganUniversity of WisconsinCUNY, Brooklyn CollegeQueens CollegeIndiana UniversityPennsylvania State UniversityBinghamton UniversityUniversity at AlbanyCalifornia State UniversityMichigan State UniversityArizona State UniversityFlorida International UniversityYork University (Toronto)Florida State UniversityUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignUniversity of ArizonaUniversity of California, Santa BarbaraOhio State UniversityUniversity of TexasMcGill UniversityUniversity of California, BerkeleyUniversity of Colorado at BoulderUniversity of - [Weekly Schedule](https://urbanadamah.org/fellowship/program-content/weekly-schedule/) - WEEKLY SCHEDULE Even after all this timeThe sun never says to the earth, “You owe Me.”Look what happens with a love like that,It lights up the Whole Sky. –Hafiz Urban Adamah Sample Week MONDAY 7:00 – 8:00 Avodat Lev (Service of the Heart) 8:00 – 9:00 Breakfast & Chores 9:00 – 12:00 Sustainable Agriculture Class - [Teen Fellowship Week](https://urbanadamah.org/youth-families/teen-programs/teen-fellowship-week/) - TEEN FELLOWSHIP WEEK Training for a Lifetime High schoolers currently in 9th-12th grade: come experience the magic of our young adult Fellowship with this immersive week of growing and learning. We will spend our time working on all aspects of the Urban Adamah farm and exploring the food system, social justice, sustainable agriculture, community building, - [Blog](https://urbanadamah.org/blog/) - BLOG Urban Adamah seeks to build a more loving, just, and sustainable world. We ground and connect people -- to themselves, to others, and to the natural world. We do this by providing farm-based, community building experiences that integrate Jewish tradition, mindfulness, sustainable agriculture, and social action. Reset No events have been found for that ## Team Members - [Eitan Bencuya](https://urbanadamah.org/team/eitan-bencuya/) - Eitan is a Partner in the Tech, Media, and Telecommunications practice at Brunswick Group, a strategic communications advisory firm. Previously, he was Vice President of Communications at Chime, where he oversaw external and internal communications, media relations, and corporate editorial. Eitan has also held communications leadership roles at Block, DoorDash, Google, and the Sierra Club. - [Bernadette](https://urbanadamah.org/team/bernadette/) - [Jasper](https://urbanadamah.org/team/jasper/) - [Dash](https://urbanadamah.org/team/dash/) - [Miki Benson](https://urbanadamah.org/team/miki-benson/) - [Hannah Ment](https://urbanadamah.org/team/hannah-ment/) - Hi, I’m Hannah! I’m excited to be working at Urban Adamah as the Marketing & Communications Manager. I’m passionate about using creativity to protect our earth and oceans. I have a background in content marketing, graphic design, and visual storytelling. I love to help mission-driven organizations build deeper connections with their communities. My career has - [Jack Smith](https://urbanadamah.org/team/jack-smith/) - [Miri Kaiser](https://urbanadamah.org/team/miri-kaiser/) - Hi, I’m Miri and I’m excited to be serving as Urban Adamah’s Young Adult Program Manager. For over a decade, my work has been devoted towards cultivating meaningful relationships with and through the wild. It’s guided my career across environmental and wilderness education, clinical fieldwork and community leadership. Most recently, I spent four years designing - [Libby Howard](https://urbanadamah.org/team/libby-howard/) - I’m passionate about fostering meaningful experiences for everyone who comes to Urban Adamah, and find it gratifying to see thoughtful plans and logistics come together into something bigger than the sum of their parts. With a background spanning farming, event work, restaurants, and catering, UA feels like the perfect fusion of my interests and skills—an urban - [Margalit Shetreat-Klein](https://urbanadamah.org/team/margalit-shetreat-klein/) - Hi, I’m Margalit, and I’m excited to join Urban Adamah as the Educational Programs and Farm Associate! In this role, I get to bring together my love of sustainable agriculture, outdoor education, and environmental justice — tending our urban farm, helping youth build meaningful relationships with the land and each other, and connecting cultural traditions - [Nick Leader](https://urbanadamah.org/team/nick-leader/) - Nick is a finance and accounting professional with over a decade of experience supporting growing organizations through times of change. He holds a BS in Accounting from the University of Southern California (fight on), and quickly learned that Northern California would be more his speed. Nick grew up outside of Boston, where early experiences with - [Jim Offel](https://urbanadamah.org/team/jim-offel/) - Jim’s career spanned from public middle school teacher to a 25 year career in the private sector to the nonprofit arena where since 2010 he held leadership positions including COO and interim CEO of the Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund and COO of the Osher Marin JCC. Jim’s nonprofit board service has included serving - [Ari Eisenstadt](https://urbanadamah.org/team/ari-eisenstadt/) - Ari became involved with the farm in 2015 when he completed the Fellowship and then Farm Apprentice programs, and he has been an active community member ever since. Urban Adamah is what drew Ari to the Bay and made the area his home. Ari is a researcher and strategist with expertise in nonprofit consulting, strategic - [Susan Berrin](https://urbanadamah.org/team/susanberrin/) - Susan recently retired as Editor-in-chief of Sh’ma: A Journal of Jewish Responsibility, where for 21 years she created wide-ranging “conversations” each month about topics critical to contemporary Jewry. She is the editor of two Jewish anthologies, A Heart of Wisdom: Making the Jewish Journey from Mid-Life Through the Aging Years and Celebrating the New Moon: - [Damon Levy](https://urbanadamah.org/team/damon-levy/) - Damon has worked in a variety of marketing roles around technology, food, and wine. He is currently Senior Director of Marketing and Growth at Lolli and Pops, a candy business. He has served in marketing leadership roles for Minted.com, Vine Connections (a wine and sake importer), Amazon.com, and Intuit. He has an undergraduate degree in - [Gale Mondry](https://urbanadamah.org/team/gale-mondry/) - Gale has had a long and varied career as a professional and lay leader in the nonprofit community. Trained as a lawyer, Gale served for 7 years as Staff Counsel for Stanford University and then for 11 years as Vice President for Legal Affairs at California Pacific Medical Center. She transitioned from the law to - [Toby Rubin](https://urbanadamah.org/team/toby-rubin/) - Toby Rubin is the founder and former CEO of UpStart, an accelerator for early stage nonprofits. During her 10 year tenure as CEO, she built a team of leaders (lay and professional) that brought UpStart from an idea to a high-impact, paradigm-shifting national organization. UpStart is known for accelerating the success of early stage startups - [Ari Eisen](https://urbanadamah.org/team/ari-eisen/) - Ari has been part of the Urban Adamah community since 2015, when she participated in the young adult Fellowship. After the Fellowship, Ari served in a variety of roles on Urban Adamah’s professional team, including Youth Educator, Farm Apprentice, and most recently the Public Programs & Retreat Center Director. Since transitioning off of Urban Adamah’s - [Alison Gould](https://urbanadamah.org/team/alison-gould/) - [Adam Berman](https://urbanadamah.org/team/adam-berman-2/) - Hi I’m Adam, Urban Adamah’s Founder. Living and teaching the integration of mindfulness, Jewish Tradition, environmental stewardship and social justice has been my lifelong passion. My first real gig in this field was at the Teva Learning Center, where I served as an educator and then as the director from 1996 – 1999. After getting - [Marilyn Paul](https://urbanadamah.org/team/marilyn-paul/) - Marilyn Paul is an educator and facilitator of change. She has worked with a wide range of organizations including the Jewish Federation of North America, The New Israel Fund office in Jerusalem, and Gann Academy – The New Jewish High School in Waltham, MA. In addition, she led a multi-stakeholder public health leadership development project - [Bruce Goldberg](https://urbanadamah.org/team/bruce-goldberg/) - Bruce is a portfolio strategist with a deep passion for organizational culture and performance. Currently he is SVP, Program Team Leader at Nurix, a biotech company in San Francisco. Prior to Nurix, Bruce has held similar leadership roles in product development, portfolio strategy and team leadership - at Calico, Lyell and Juno. Bruce had a 12 year stint - [Arielle Laub](https://urbanadamah.org/team/arielle-laub/) - Hi, I’m Arielle and I am thrilled to join Urban Adamah as the Farm and Educational Programs Manager. In this role I get to merge my passions for sustainable agriculture, land access, community education, and food equity while digging deeper into how these components relate to my Jewishness. I came to agriculture sideways – I - [Adam Weisberg](https://urbanadamah.org/team/adam-weisberg-2/) - Hi. I’m Adam and I’m thrilled to serve as Urban Adamah’s new executive director, following eight years on Urban Adamah’s board of directors. I have a deep passion for Urban Adamah’s work at the intersection of Jewish tradition, mindfulness, social action, and sustainable agriculture, and am excited to bring and offer my experience in organizational - [Elizabeth Adams](https://urbanadamah.org/team/elizabeth-adams/) - Hi, I’m Elizabeth and I’m beyond excited to join the team at Urban Adamah as the Office and Operations Manager! It’s my goal to assist the team in all ways so they can focus on doing the work to uphold the values and mission of Urban Adamah. My journey to Urban Adamah began with a - [Jonah Tabb](https://urbanadamah.org/team/jonah-tabb/) - Hi, I’m Jonah! I’m excited to join Urban Adamah and support all of the impactful programming that happens here. Over the past 15 years, I have worked in carpentry, facilities management, and organic farming. My interest in the trades and urban farming began while leading volunteer crews to rebuild homes and community gardens damaged by - [Analucía Lopezrevoredo](https://urbanadamah.org/team/10155/) - Dr. Analucía Lopezrevoredo (she/ella) is a Peruvian-Chilean-American sociologist, known for her advocacy and research on human migration, immigrant identity development and global Jewish communities. In 2019, Analucía founded Jewtina y Co., cultivating a global community for Latin Jews to delve into and celebrate the rich mosaic of Latin-Jewish peoplehood. Before Jewtina y Co., Analucía played a pivotal - [Ash Berman](https://urbanadamah.org/team/ash-berman/) - I started out my Urban Adamah journey as a fellow in the fall of 2011. I went on to co-found Urban Worm, Urban Adamah’s worm composting business, and then served as the full-time business manager for five years. I now live in the lovely Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts where I spend half of my - [Zev Bennett](https://urbanadamah.org/team/zev-bennett/) - Hello, I’m Zev! I’m an educator, a musician, and a dancer. And I love Jewish summer camp! I am so happy to be at Urban Adamah bringing my years of experience of being a camper in, working for, and running summer camp. It is important to me to work in Jewish community that is in - [Tyler Sinclair](https://urbanadamah.org/team/tyler-sinclair/) - In our increasingly atomized world, one of my favorite things is bringing people together for meaningful, memorable, positive experiences in real life. Whether through a meal, a celebration, or a multi-day immersive retreat, fostering opportunities for people to connect and make memories brings me joy and purpose. Thankfully, I get to do that every day - [Rivka Weinstock](https://urbanadamah.org/team/rivka-weinstock/) - Hi! I'm Rivka. I'm an artist and designer, and I have over a decade of experience working in arts administration, project management and program design, in both the community arts and landscape architecture fields. I am passionate about making, experiencing, and teaching art, and I believe that art and creativity are incredibly healing and life-affirming, while also challenging us to grow - [Nicki Acland-Whear](https://urbanadamah.org/team/nicki-acland-whear/) - Hi, I’m Nicki Acland-Whear. Prior to joining Urban Adamah, I built up 25 years of experience in directing early childhood education programs. Throughout my career, I’ve been dedicated to creating environments where people can thrive—whether that’s children discovering the world, teachers nurturing growth, or teams collaborating effectively. I believe that thoughtful operations are the quiet - [Elaina Marshalek](https://urbanadamah.org/team/elaina-marshalek/) - Hi, I’m Elaina. As Ritual and Community Director, I am thrilled to work towards fulfilling the spiritual, educational, and communal aspirations of the growing Urban Adamah community. Let’s grab coffee, tell me about your dreams, questions, and visions for nurturing Jewish communal life on the farm! I was born, raised, schooled, and remain rooted in the - [Calliope Desenberg](https://urbanadamah.org/team/calliope-desenberg/) - Hi, I’m Calliope! Before I started working at Urban Adamah, I had been attending events here for a decade—ranging from Purim dance parties to composting workshops. It’s a joy to come to such a beautiful space every day and be part of the fabulous group of people supporting this place and community. As Development Director, - [Royce Rose](https://urbanadamah.org/team/royce-rose/) - Hi, I'm Royce and I'm very excited to be a part of the Urban Adamah community as the Facilities Associate. Before coming to Urban Adamah I worked for the Community Housing Partnership where I was part of a maintenance team that performed maintenance on several buildings that housed formerly homeless people where being mindful and - [Marci Glazer](https://urbanadamah.org/team/marci-glazer/) - Marci Glazer is a creative leader in both the for-profit and not-profit sectors throughout her career. Most recently she was the CEO of the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco for seven years and a board member for three years. While at the helm of the $36m organization, she helped thousands of Bay Area residents find personal - [Jack D. Newman, PhD](https://urbanadamah.org/team/jack-d-newman-phd/) - Dr. Newman is a scientist and entrepreneur with a passion for the world of biology. After earning his Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley in Biochemistry, Jack completed his Doctorate in Microbiology at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Jack began his career in science in the field of bioremediation, engineering microbial systems to - [Jennifer Spitzer](https://urbanadamah.org/team/jennifer-spitzer/) - Jennifer Spitzer (formerly Gorovitz) is Vice President for Finance, Operations and Administration of the New Israel Fund (NIF), the leading organization committed to equality and democracy for all Israelis. Prior to her work with NIF, Jennifer was Counsel in estate planning and tax-exempt organizations with the national law firm of Manatt, Phelps and Phillips. Jennifer - [Nate Looney](https://urbanadamah.org/team/10905/) - Nate Looney is an American Jewish University alum, agricultural entrepreneur, diversity strategist, and US Army Veteran. He was part of rescue efforts during Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and deployed to Iraq in 2008. Nate is a Wexner Field Fellow, a Bend the Arc Jeremiah alum, and Selah JOC Cohort alum. Nate is passionate about diversity, - [David Trachtenberg](https://urbanadamah.org/team/david-trachtenberg/) - David was born in Pittsburgh, PA in 1958. His folks had a five-year-old and two-year-old when he was born. As it turns out, he is one of the triplets. So, his folks had five kids under five years old. His dad was raised in a poor, socialist, orthodox Jewish family. He worked his whole life - [Mark Jacobs](https://urbanadamah.org/team/mark-jacobs-2/) - Mark X. Jacobs joined the Urban Adamah staff as Associate Director in 2015. Mark has been providing leadership to efforts to integrate Jewish life and environmental stewardship for more than 25 years. As the Founding Executive Director of the Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life (COEJL) from 1994 to 2003, Mark played a pivotal - [Nina Kaufman](https://urbanadamah.org/team/nina-kaufman/) - [Corey Block](https://urbanadamah.org/team/corey-block/) - [Sanjay Wagle](https://urbanadamah.org/team/sanjay-wagle/) - [Ellen Whittom](https://urbanadamah.org/team/ellen-whittom/) - Ellen currently serves as Senior Advisor at the David Brower Center in Berkeley after spending several years as the Center’s first Director of Finance and Operations. The David Brower Center is a vibrant home for the environmental movement, providing office and conference space as well as arts and education programming. Ellen came to the nonprofit - [Wendy Buffett](https://urbanadamah.org/team/wendy-buffett/) - Wendy Buffett, MD is board certified in Integrative and Family Medicine. As a primary care physician for the past 15 years, her interests include helping people make the healthiest choices for themselves in a medical system that is often funded and influenced by big Pharm and the insurance industry. She has been a long-time advocate - [Susan Steiner Saal](https://urbanadamah.org/team/susan-steiner-saal/) - For over twenty years Susan Steiner Saal has maintained an active connection to serving the local community. Susan’s volunteer activities include serving agencies such as Hospice, The Jewish Home for the Aged, Jewish Family and Children’s Services and the Jewish Community Federation through various advisory committees. Currently Susan serves on the boards of the Palo - [Randy Goldstein](https://urbanadamah.org/team/randy-goldstein/) - Randy Goldstein has spent his entire career working in the fields of energy and the environment with a wide variety of energy sources and technologies – most recently, he was a co-founder, Director and CEO of OptiSolar Inc. He has a BA in Economics from the University of California at Berkeley and a MS in - [Diane Zack](https://urbanadamah.org/team/diane-zack/) - Diane currently serves on the Boards of Lehrhaus Judaica, Stanford University Hillel, the Marin Governance Committee of Brandeis Hillel Day School, the Marin Impact Grants Initiative Committee of the SFJCF, The West Coast Chairmen’s Council for American Friends of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, and is a Capital Campaign Chair of Congregation Kol Shofar. Diane and - [Eric Antebi](https://urbanadamah.org/team/eric-antebi/) - Eric Antebi is director of communications for the California Health Care Foundation. He leads the team that uses data, stories, and solutions to make health care work for all Californians. He also oversees CHCF partnerships to support health journalism in California. He came to the foundation after spending more than two decades using communications to - [Christine Hyung-Oak Lee](https://urbanadamah.org/team/christine-hyung-oak-lee/) - Christine Hyung-Oak Lee is a writer and the author of a memoir published by Ecco / Harper Collins, Tell Me Everything You Don’t Remember, which was featured in Self Magazine, Time, The New York Times, and NPR’s Weekend Edition with Scott Simon. Her short stories and essays have appeared in ZYZZYVA, BuzzFeed, Guernica, and The - [Amy Shoemaker](https://urbanadamah.org/team/amy-shoemaker/) - Amy loves to sing prayerful songs loudly in stairwells and while riding her bike. She love mornings, books, and tea, especially all together. Some of her greatest joys are meals in community, meandering walks in full sun, being in nature of all types (forests and deserts especially), and giving big hugs to dogs she has - [Rachel Biale](https://urbanadamah.org/team/rachel-biale/) - Rachel Biale was born and raised in Kibbutz Kfar Ruppin in Israel, so she spent her formative years digging dirt and weeding. After serving as a youth movement leader and in the army in Israel, she married David Biale and came to the US for college. She received her BA and MA in Jewish History - [Adrienne Paige Leder-Schriner](https://urbanadamah.org/team/adrienne-paige-leder-schriner/) - Adrienne Paige Leder-Schriner is an attorney and previously worked as Vice President - Associate General Counsel at The Clorox Company in Oakland. Originally from Texas, Adrienne has been a Bay Area resident since 2003. Active in the Berkeley school community, Adrienne serves on the Berkeley PTA Council. Adrienne also previously served on the Board of - [Noga Firstenberg](https://urbanadamah.org/team/noga-firstenberg/) - Noga (she/her) is a mother, lawyer, and proud Golden Bear. She works on the legal team at Airbnb and teaches at Berkeley Law. Previously, Noga worked at Block, in the US federal courts, at the ACLU, legal aid organizations in SF and DC, and at Berkeley Hillel. Noga has been in the Bay Area since - [Adam Weisberg](https://urbanadamah.org/team/adam-weisberg/) - Adam Weisberg is Urban Adamah's Executive Director. Previously, Adam served as the Diller Teen Initiatives Director, and executive director at Camp Tawonga and Berkeley Hillel. Additionally, Adam has worked in a variety of roles in the Jewish community including work with the Council of Jewish Federations in New York, the Jewish Agency in Israel, and ## Alumni - [Hayley Currier](https://urbanadamah.org/alumni/hayley-currier-2/) - After completing the Urban Adamah fellowship, Hayley Currier founded and ran Urban Worm, a local worm composting business, for two years. She then served as the Bay Area community organizer for American Jewish World Service, supporting the rights of women, girls and LGBT people worldwide; and did community engagement work for government water infrastructure and local - [Zach Stein](https://urbanadamah.org/alumni/zach-stein/) - Zach Stein, a graduate of Hamilton College, is an agricultural entrepreneur living in Oakland, California. Along with his business partner James, he launched Osmo Systems, a venture-backed startup building innovative water quality sensors to bring aquaculture and aquaponics online - an idea he first developed directly because of his experience at Urban Adamah. - [Hadar Cohen](https://urbanadamah.org/alumni/hadar-cohen/) - Hadar is a spiritual leader and community organizer manifesting visions of feminism, soulful prayer, and communal care. She is currently the scholar in residence for At The Well and works for Moishe House as a Jewish educator. Hadar loves birthing her own projects including feminism all night - a communal all-night learning immersive around feminism - [Julia Braun](https://urbanadamah.org/alumni/julia-braun/) - Julia Braun is a Food Entrepreneur and Certified Kosher Chef based out of Oakland, CA. Following the Urban Adamah Fellowship she founded Hugs & Knishes, a bicycle powered catering company that specializes in Eastern European street foods. In 2014 Julia graduated from Brooklyn’s Center for Kosher Culinary Arts and completed a four-month research trip on - [Eric Himmelfarb](https://urbanadamah.org/alumni/eric-himmelfarb/) - After earning a Master’s in Food Studies at NYU and apprenticing on several urban farms in New York City, Eric now works as a Food Sourcing Manager at City Harvest, a non-profit food rescue organization in New York. He also serves as an adjunct professor in the NYU Food Studies Department, teaching Food in the - [Rachel Whittom](https://urbanadamah.org/alumni/rachel-whittom/) - Rachel Whittom works in the Berkeley Jewish Community as the Director of Adult and Community Programs at the JCC East Bay. She manages all arts and culture, civic engagement, and Jewish holiday programs as well as older adult engagement at the JCC. - [Aaron Voit](https://urbanadamah.org/alumni/aaron-voit/) - After completing the fellowship in 2013, Aaron moved to El Salvador to support a community-movement for social and environmental justice with Oakland-based EcoViva. He returned to California to attend law school at UC Berkeley, where he served indigenous and immigrant communities fighting for human rights. Now he represents farmworkers in their struggle for good jobs and - [Zach Friedman](https://urbanadamah.org/alumni/zach-friedman/) - Zach Friedman moved to California to complete the Urban Adamah Fellowship and worked as Urban Adamah’s camp director and director of public programs until 2017. He now applies his wealth of experience in camping and youth education to his role as Assistant Camp Director at Eden Village West. - [Molly Schulman](https://urbanadamah.org/alumni/molly-schulman/) - Molly Schulman is a community organizer and legislative advocate working at the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homelessas a part of the JOIN for Justice Community Organizing Fellowship. Outside of work, Molly is involved with Resource Generation, a national community of young people with wealth and/or class privilege committed to the equitable distribution of wealth, land, - [Aviva Paley](https://urbanadamah.org/alumni/aviva-paley/) - Aviva Paley is a passionate entrepreneur and food justice advocate. In 2014 Aviva co-founded Kitchens for Good, an organization that aims to break the cycle of poverty, hunger, and food waste through innovative programs in workforce training, healthy meal production, and social enterprise. In the four years since its founding, the organization has grown from ## Venues - [](https://urbanadamah.org/venue/7379/) - [](https://urbanadamah.org/venue/7361/) - [](https://urbanadamah.org/venue/7199/) - [Urban Adamah](https://urbanadamah.org/venue/urban-adamah/) ## Organizers - [Berkeley Supper Club](https://urbanadamah.org/organizer/berkeley-supper-club-2/) - [Berkeley Supper Club](https://urbanadamah.org/organizer/berkeley-supper-club/) ## Events - [Summer to Fall Transition in the Bay Area: A Gardening Intensive Workshop Series](https://urbanadamah.org/event/summer-farm-workshop-series-2026/) - This two day workshop is designed for the home scale gardener (those tending a handful of fruit trees, limited in-ground space, and raised beds) and focuses on the transition from winter dormancy to the spring flush. Programming will feature a mix of class-time, discussions, and experiential hands-on learning with a chance to meet some new - [Summer to Fall Transition in the Bay Area: A Gardening Intensive Workshop Series (SATURDAY ONLY)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/summer-farm-workshop-series-saturday-2026/) - This two day workshop series is designed for the home scale gardener (those tending a handful of fruit trees, limited in-ground space, and raised beds) and focuses on the transition from winter dormancy to the spring flush. Programming will feature a mix of class-time, discussions, and experiential hands-on learning with a chance to meet some new - [Summer to Fall Transition in the Bay Area: A Gardening Intensive Workshop Series (SUNDAY ONLY)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/summer-farm-workshop-series-sunday-2026/) - This two day workshop is designed for the home scale gardener (those tending a handful of fruit trees, limited in-ground space, and raised beds) and focuses on the transition from winter dormancy to the spring flush. Programming will feature a mix of class-time, discussions, and experiential hands-on learning with a chance to meet some new - [Elul Kirtan Niggun Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/jewish-kirtan-circle-2/) - “If words are the pen of the heart, then song is the pen of the soul.” — Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi Join us for a soulful intimate journey into Chassidic niggunim and contemporary melodies from around the world. Learn powerful, centuries-old niggunim unique to the auspicious month of Elul, explore their deep mystical histories, and experience - [Tishrei Rosh Chodesh Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tishrei-rosh-chodesh-circle-2025918/) - Join us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time. Our tradition suggests that each month holds a - [Sukkot Family Farm Festival](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sukkot-family-farm-festival-2/) - Sukkot, our celebration of the harvest, calls us to connect with the bounty of the land. Bring your family to experience the season of the harvest at the farm with Urban Adamah, and Wilderness Torah! Join us for child-centered activities that weave together Jewish wisdom and land— think harvesting in the fields, making native species lulavs, - [CANCELLED: From Field to Food: Tomato, Tomahto](https://urbanadamah.org/event/from-field-to-food-tomato-tomahto-202691/) - It's tomato season on the farm, and we're celebrating with the next workshop in our field to food series! Tomatoes are one of the most versatile crops we grow, and this workshop is all about exploring the range of what they can become, from bright and raw, to slow-cooked and deep, to smoky and roasted. - [Berkeley Supper Club](https://urbanadamah.org/event/berkeley-supper-club-september-2026/) - Join us at the farm for a communal Rosh Hashanah dinner featuring a seasonal, pescatarian tasting menu inspired by the symbolic foods of the Jewish New Year. Click for registration and details! - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-4/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-3/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-2/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Monday Community Yoga](https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-20260928/) - Whether you're brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is designed to be accessible, supportive, and adaptable for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down, get curious, - [Monday Community Yoga](https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-20260921/) - Whether you're brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is designed to be accessible, supportive, and adaptable for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down, get curious, - [Monday Community Yoga](https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-2026914/) - Whether you're brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is designed to be accessible, supportive, and adaptable for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down, get curious, - [Monday Community Yoga](https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-2026831/) - Whether you're brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is designed to be accessible, supportive, and adaptable for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down, get curious, - [Monday Community Yoga](https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-2026727/) - Whether you're brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is designed to be accessible, supportive, and adaptable for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down, get curious, - [Tashlich and Brunch on the Farm (for 20s and 30s)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tashlich-and-brunch-on-the-farm-for-20s-and-30s-2026913/) - Tashlich, the Hebrew word meaning "to throw" or "cast away," is an ancient Jewish tradition that supports the releasing of that which doesn't serve us. We'll take time to learn about the ritual, set our intentions, and explore the significance of water during the High Holidays and its role in our ecosystems today. We'll then - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-2026828/) - Join Urban Adamah and Adam Berman for our signature Friday night service! Through song, poetry, movement, and silence we’ll journey together from our week of doing into our day of being. All are welcome. No Hebrew or Jewish knowledge is required. Light food and drinks will be served following Kabbalat Shabbat. This event will - [Monday Community Yoga - CANCELLED](https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-202683/) - YOGA CLASS IS CANCELLED TODAY. THANK YOU FOR UNDERSTANDING. YOGA WILL RESUME NEXT MONDAY 8/10 AS USUAL! STAY WELL AND I HOPE TO SEE YOU NEXT WEEK! Whether you're brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is designed to be accessible, supportive, and adaptable for everyone. Together we will weave - [Monday Community Yoga](https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-2026824/) - Whether you're brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is designed to be accessible, supportive, and adaptable for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down, get curious, - [Monday Community Yoga](https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-2026817/) - Whether you're brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is designed to be accessible, supportive, and adaptable for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down, get curious, - [Monday Community Yoga](https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-2026810/) - Whether you're brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is designed to be accessible, supportive, and adaptable for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down, get curious, - [Returning to the Divine: A Rosh Hashanah & Kundalini Yoga Workshop](https://urbanadamah.org/event/returning-to-the-divine-a-rosh-hashanah-kundalini-yoga-w-202699/) - In this workshop we will be diving into meaningful themes associated with Rosh Hashanah and the Shofar. One teaching says that the sound of the shofar brings us back to love and the truth of our connection to the divine. As humans we get caught up in all kinds of suffering that have us believe - [Tallow Salves and Skincare Workshop for Young Adults](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tallow-workshop-2026826/) - Learn how to render your own tallow in this evening of ancestral skincare-making! We'll learn about its deeply nourishing medicinal and cosmetic properties, as you make your own tallow-based balms, moisturizers, and deodorant to take home. Along the way, we'll explore how wild herbs and flowers, like calendula, rosemary, lavender, and citrus, can be infused - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-2026827/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-2026813/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-202686/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Petals & Prayers: Pre Kabbalat Shabbat Bouquet Making for Young Adults](https://urbanadamah.org/event/petals-prayers-pre-kabbalat-shabbat-bouquet-making-for-y-2026828/) - There's nothing like a little dirt under your nails and some flowers in hand to set the tone for a new week, so join us at the farm before Kabbalat Shabbat to pick your own flower bouquet. We'll ground ourselves in the land, wander the flower beds together, and start the week by inviting a - [Fieldwork x Fieldwork: Young Adult Happy Hour](https://urbanadamah.org/event/fieldwork-x-fieldwork-young-adult-happy-hour-2026827/) - Thirsty after a volunteering on the farm? Join us at Fieldwork Brewing across the road for a round of drinks on us! Couldn't make it out to volunteer? We'd still love to see you there! This event is open to adults in their 20s and 30s. - [From Field to Food: Lacto-Fermentation](https://urbanadamah.org/event/from-field-to-food-lacto-fermentation-202684/) - In the next workshop of our Field to Food series, discover the ancient art of lacto-fermentation, one of the oldest and simplest ways to preserve the harvest while boosting flavor and gut-friendly probiotics. Using seasonal vegetables and fresh harvest from our farm, we'll explore how salt, time, and beneficial bacteria transform them into tangy, complex, - [Babies on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/babies-on-the-farm-202698/) - Welcome to our drop-in group for babies and their parents! We will meet to shmooze, play and enjoy some music and Boichik bagels. You are welcome to come late or leave early. This is meant to be an informal and relaxed setting to get to know other parents and bond with your baby. Music will be - [Babies on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/babies-on-the-farm-2/) - Welcome to our drop-in group for babies and their parents! We will meet to shmooze, play and enjoy some music and Boichik bagels. You are welcome to come late or leave early. This is meant to be an informal and relaxed setting to get to know other parents and bond with your baby. Music will be - [Babies on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/babies-on-the-farm-2026825/) - Welcome to our drop-in group for babies and their parents! We will meet to shmooze, play and enjoy some music and Boichik bagels. You are welcome to come late or leave early. This is meant to be an informal and relaxed setting to get to know other parents and bond with your baby. Music will be - [8/26 Elul Reflection & Readiness: What Are You Harvesting?](https://urbanadamah.org/event/elul-reflection-readiness-what-are-you-harvesting-2026826/) - A three-part series exploring spiritual practices for our annual high holiday reset. Each session will include active practice time, and time to connect with one another. Psalms: a Prayerful Companion Cheshbon HaNefesh/Soul Accounting: a Meditative Reflection Tshuvah/Repair: an Invitation to Forgiveness In this most fecund season of the year, as we come to - [9/2 Elul Reflection & Readiness: What Are You Harvesting?](https://urbanadamah.org/event/elul-reflection-readiness-what-are-you-harvesting-202692/) - A three-part series exploring spiritual practices for our annual high holiday reset. Each session will include active practice time, and time to connect with one another. Psalms: a Prayerful Companion Cheshbon HaNefesh/Soul Accounting: a Meditative Reflection Tshuvah/Repair: an Invitation to Forgiveness In this most fecund season of the year, as we come to - [8/19 Elul Reflection & Readiness: What Are You Harvesting?](https://urbanadamah.org/event/elul-reflection-readiness-what-are-you-harvesting-2026819/) - A three-part series exploring spiritual practices for our annual high holiday reset. Each session will include active practice time, and time to connect with one another. Psalms: a Prayerful Companion Cheshbon HaNefesh/Soul Accounting: a Meditative Reflection Tshuvah/Repair: an Invitation to Forgiveness In this most fecund season of the year, as we come to - [Elul Reflection & Readiness: What Are You Harvesting? - 3 Part Series](https://urbanadamah.org/event/elul-reflection-readiness-what-are-you-harvesting-3-par-2026826/) - A three-part series exploring spiritual practices for our annual high holiday reset. Each session will include active practice time, and time to connect with one another. Psalms: a Prayerful Companion Cheshbon HaNefesh/Soul Accounting: a Meditative Reflection Tshuvah/Repair: an Invitation to Forgiveness In this most fecund season of the year, as we come to the end - [Monday Community Yoga](https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-2026720/) - Whether you're brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is designed to be accessible, supportive, and adaptable for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down, get curious, - [Av Rosh Chodesh Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kislev-rosh-chodesh-circle-20251120/) - CANCELLEDJoin us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time.Our tradition suggests that each month holds a potential - [From Field to Food: Fruit Preserves](https://urbanadamah.org/event/field-to-food-fruit-preserves-2026721/) - Join us for the first workshop in our field to food series as we learn the art of fruit preserves. In this hands-on workshop, you'll use fruit straight from our farm to make delicious preserves that you can take home! We'll learn a simple canning method for food preservation and dig into the history of - [Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur](https://urbanadamah.org/event/rosh-hashanah-yom-kippur/) - Join us in community on the farm for our Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur programming. Filled with heart opening prayer, learning, song, and mindfulness, our High Holiday services are musical, soulful & grounded in tradition. Come sway with the crops in the fields and welcome the year 5787 with open arms and feet freshly rooted - [Fieldwork x Fieldwork: Young Adult Happy Hour](https://urbanadamah.org/event/fieldwork-x-fieldwork-young-adult-happy-hour-2026625/) - Thirsty after a volunteering on the farm? Join us at Fieldwork Brewing across the road for a round of drinks on us! Couldn't make it out to volunteer? We'd still love to see you there! This event is open to adults in their 20s and 30s. sign up here to volunteer on the farm! - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-2026730/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Tu (y yo) B’Av – A Latin Dance Party on the Jewish Day of Love](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tu-y-yo-bav-a-latin-dance-party-on-the-jewish-day-of-lov-2026726/) - Tu (y yo) B’Av – A Latin Dance Party on the Jewish Day of Love Join Olamim, Urban Adamah, and various community partners for a sultry evening of Latin rhythms, flow, and delicious wine and desserts as you get activated for Tu B’Av, a Jewish holiday involving dancing in the fields and courting beloveds. - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-2026723/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-2026716/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-202679/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-202672/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Petals & Prayers: Pre Kabbalat Shabbat Bouquet Making for Young Adults](https://urbanadamah.org/event/petals-prayers-pre-kabbalat-shabbat-flower-bouquets-2026724/) - There's nothing like a little dirt under your nails and some flowers in hand to set the tone for a new week, so join us at the farm before Kabbalat Shabbat to pick your own flower bouquet. We'll ground ourselves in the land, wander the flower beds together, and start the week by inviting a - [Jewish Kirtan Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/jewish-kirtan-circle/) - “If words are the pen of the heart, then song is the pen of the soul.” — Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi Join us for a soulful intimate journey into Chassidic niggunim and contemporary melodies from around the world. Learn powerful, centuries-old niggunim, explore their deep mystical histories, and experience heart-opening connection through collective chanting - [Monday Community Yoga](https://urbanadamah.org/event/community-yoga-basics-with-elizabeth-adams/) - Whether you're brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is designed to be accessible, supportive, and adaptable for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down, get curious, - [SEGULAH For Elul & The Days Of Awe](https://urbanadamah.org/event/segulah-for-elul-the-days-of-awe/) - Join us for a sacred day of healing and renewal Immerse in the herbal garden and tea mikvah, Nourish your spirit with an essential oil meditation and sound bath, Learn about the magic of Elul and the Days of Awe. Prepare for the High Holy Days in the garden. HERBAL REMEDY WORKSHOP | GARDEN MEDITATION - [Fields of Color: A Tu B'Av Natural Dye Workshop for Young Adults](https://urbanadamah.org/event/a-natural-dye-workshop-for-young-adults-dressed-in-white-2026726/) - On Tu B'Av, the Jewish day of love, tradition tells us that young people went out to dance in the vineyards dressed in borrowed white linen, garments shared between them so that no one would be set apart. This Tu B'Av, we're honoring that spirit by taking white cloth into the fields and bringing it - [Herbal Medicine Magic: A Young Adult Workshop for the month of Tammuz](https://urbanadamah.org/event/medicine-magic-herbal-remedies-in-the-month-of-tammuz-2026614/) - Join Urban Adamah this summer for our ancestral skills series and as we weave in the cycles of Jewish time and ritual. In our first gathering of herbal medicine-making, we will forage directly from the farm to create simple herbal remedies like infused oils and salves, flower essences and tea blending. In the height of - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-2026611/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-2026625/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-202664/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-2026618/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-2026521/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Sacred Rest: A Jewish Ancestral Dream Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/minucha-a-jewish-ancestral-dream-circle-2026512/) - Join us for an evening to drop into our dream world in community. In ancient Jewish tradition, it was customary to bring one’s dreams to a beit din—a circle of wise listeners or dream interpreters—for reflection and insight. Together, we will reconnect with this sacred practice, supporting one another in stepping back into our dream - [Babies on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/babies-on-the-farm/) - Welcome to our drop-in group for babies and their parents! We will meet to shmooze, play and enjoy some music and Boichik bagels. You are welcome to come late or leave early. This is meant to be an informal and relaxed setting to get to know other parents and bond with your baby. This will be - [Urban Adamah All Year Grade 5](https://urbanadamah.org/event/urban-adamah-all-year-grade-5-20261025/) - , - [Urban Adamah All Year Grade 4](https://urbanadamah.org/event/urban-adamah-all-year-grade-4-20261025/) - , - [Urban Adamah All Year Grade 3](https://urbanadamah.org/event/urban-adamah-all-year-grade-3-20261025/) - , - [Urban Adamah All Year Grade 2](https://urbanadamah.org/event/urban-adamah-all-year-grade-2-20261025/) - , - [Urban Adamah All Year Grade 1](https://urbanadamah.org/event/urban-adamah-all-year-20261025/) - , - [Urban Adamah All Year Grade TK/K](https://urbanadamah.org/event/urban-adamah-all-year-grade-tkk-20261025/) - , - [Urban Adamah All Year](https://urbanadamah.org/event/urban-adamah-all-year-2026/) - . - [Baskets & Bikkurim: A Shavuot Pine Needle Basketry Workshop for Young Adults](https://urbanadamah.org/event/baskets-bikkurim-a-shavuot-pine-needle-basketry-workshop-2026517/) - Join us as we prepare for the upcoming harvest holiday of Shavuot by weaving our own pine needle baskets! In this workshop we will learn how to work with local pine needles to create a mini coiled basket for the Shavuot tradition of bikkurim (offerings), in which farmers share their first harvest in celebratory procession. - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-2026528/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-202657/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Jewish Meditation: Sitting with the Omer with R. Dorothy Richman](https://urbanadamah.org/event/jewish-meditation-sitting-with-the-omer-with-r-dorothy-r-2026422/) - ** Pardon the incorrect time in our newsletter, the event will take place from 7:30-8:30 PM ** The seven weeks between the Jewish holidays celebrating liberation (Passover) and revelation (Shavuot) are spiritually potent and are marked by a ritual of counting each night. How can we tap into this Jewish spiritual moment? Join together for - [Sacred Fire: A Musical Lag Ba-Omer Ceremony with Kedmah](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sacred-fire-a-musical-lag-ba-omer-ceremony-with-kedmah-202651/) - Lag Ba-Omer is a night of fire — bonfires, hidden light, the revelation of what has been quietly growing in us through the weeks of the Omer. Join us for a journey through contemplative and ecstatic song, sacred fire, kabbalistic teaching, meditation, and prayer. Live devotional music from Mizrahi sacred song ensemble Kedmah (Rabbi - [Berkeley Supper Club](https://urbanadamah.org/event/berkeley-supper-club-may-2026/) - Berkeley Supper Club returns to the farm with a seasonal pescatarian dinner in collaboration with Soom Foods, centered on sesame in all its delicious forms. Click for details and registration. - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteer-on-the-farm-2026514/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Babies on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/babies-on-the-farm-7/) - Welcome to our drop-in group for babies and their parents! We will meet to shmooze, play and enjoy some music and Boichik bagels. You are welcome to come late or leave early. This is meant to be an informal and relaxed setting to get to know other parents and bond with your baby. This will be - [Babies on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/babies-on-the-farm-5/) - Welcome to our drop-in group for babies and their parents! We will meet to shmooze, play and enjoy some music and Boichik bagels. You are welcome to come late or leave early. This is meant to be an informal and relaxed setting to get to know other parents and bond with your baby. This will be - [Berkeley Supper Club - April](https://urbanadamah.org/event/berkeley-supper-club-march-2026315/) - Berkeley Supper Club returns to the farm with a seasonal pescatarian dinner in collaboration with 50Hertz, centered on electric Sichuan spice! Click for details and registration. - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteering-on-the-farm-2026423/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteering-on-the-farm-2026416/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Volunteer on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/volunteering-on-the-farm-202649/) - Warmer weather has arrived, and Urban Adamah is calling on our community to come together, tend the soil, nurture our urban ecosystem, and help feed both the earth and our neighbors in need. Our Farm Volunteer Program invites community members to connect with the land and food through hands-on work and shared purpose. Volunteers join - [Kol: A Retreat for Jewish Music Across the Diaspora](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kol-a-retreat-for-jewish-music-across-the-diaspora-3/) - Join us for a weekend of music making and learning, Shabbat practices, and community building. This unique participatory retreat brings together singers, musicians, and learners of diverse backgrounds and ages to explore both ancestral and modern Jewish music. Everyone is a learner, everyone is a teacher. Together with our faculty and participant teachers, we will - [Tot Shabbat w. Mimi Greisman!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tot-shabbat-on-the-farm/) - Join Urban Adamah and Mimi Greisman for Tot Shabbat on the farm where little ones and their grown-ups come together to celebrate, sing, and make new friends! With joyful songs, playful movement, and interactive stories, this is a warm and welcoming way for our youngest community members to connect with the ritual of Shabbat. No - [Hebrew Lettering: A Practical Meditative Practice Series](https://urbanadamah.org/event/introduction-to-hebrew-lettering-for-beginners/) - In three two-hour sessions on Wednesday evenings, you can master the basics of Hebrew lettering. You will be guided through visual examples of how the letters have been weaved into art around the world. We will also take a look at examples of scribal work and fantastical letters hidden in plain sight in a Sefer - [Death over Bagels with JADE](https://urbanadamah.org/event/death-over-bagels-2026419/) - Join Urban Adamah and The Jewish Association for Death Education Berkeley Educator, Yael Galinson, for a morning of honest and engaging conversation about Jewish death practices over Boichik bagels. We will tap into teachings on Jewish death practices while connected (over bagels!) with our fellow community members over our shared and differing experiences around death - [Releasing the Pharaoh Within: A Kundalini Yoga Workshop Inspired by Astrology](https://urbanadamah.org/event/working-with-illusion-kundalini-yoga-astrology-the-magic-2026326/) - Many of us have external freedoms, but consistently struggle with various levels of dread and worry. Supported by the story of Passover, we'll be exploring how to shift these patterns. Along with Yoga, we’ll be integrating Astrological wisdom to support our journey. In preparation for Passover we do a Jewish version of spring cleaning. We - [Babies on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/babies-on-the-farm-20251111/) - Welcome to our drop-in group for babies and their parents! We will meet to shmooze, play and enjoy some music and Boichik bagels. You are welcome to come late or leave early. This is meant to be an informal and relaxed setting to get to know other parents and bond with your baby. This will be - [Passover Family Festival](https://urbanadamah.org/event/passover-family-festival-2026329/) - Join us on a journey through the seder, as we celebrate Passover with a hands-on, interactive experience for the whole family! Explore exciting stations inspired by the Haggadah, with activities, crafts and tasty treats. We’ll also come together to sing joyful songs in celebration of this spring festival (Chag Ha-Aviv). This is a perfect opportunity - [Spring Farm Intensive with Caleb O'Reilly](https://urbanadamah.org/event/spring-farm-workshop-with-caleb-oreilly-2026314/) - Join us this spring at Urban Adamah for a home-scale farming intensive designed to deepen not just your skills, but your relationship with the living world around you. This first installment of a 4-part series will be offered seasonally throughout the year, moving through summer abundance, fall harvest, and winter rest—each building on the last and rooted in the - [Jewish Families of Color Tot Shabbat with Camp Tawonga, Jewtina y Co, & The LUNAR Collective](https://urbanadamah.org/event/jewish-families-of-color-tot-shabbat-with-camp-tawonga-the-lunar-collective/) - Celebrate Shabbat with your little ones on the farm with Camp Tawonga, Jewtina y Co, andThe LUNAR Collective on Saturday, March 7! Join for singing with Isaac Zones, dancing, and community building with other multiracial Jewish families! This is an affinity space program for Jewish families that include at least one person of color in - [Tot Shabbat w. Melita Silberstein!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tot-shabbat-w-melita-silberstein-2026612/) - Join Melita Silberstein for Tot Shabbat on the farm where little ones and their grown-ups come together to celebrate, sing, and make new friends! With joyful songs, playful movement, and interactive stories, this is a warm and welcoming way for our youngest community members to connect with the ritual of Shabbat. No prior knowledge or - [Tot Shabbat w. Melita Silberstein!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tot-shabbat-w-melita-silberstein-2026724/) - Join Melita Silberstein for Tot Shabbat on the farm where little ones and their grown-ups come together to celebrate, sing, and make new friends! With joyful songs, playful movement, and interactive stories, this is a warm and welcoming way for our youngest community members to connect with the ritual of Shabbat. No prior knowledge or - [Tot Shabbat w. Melita Silberstein!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tot-shabbat-w-melita-silberstein-2026828/) - Join Melita Silberstein for Tot Shabbat on the farm where little ones and their grown-ups come together to celebrate, sing, and make new friends! With joyful songs, playful movement, and interactive stories, this is a warm and welcoming way for our youngest community members to connect with the ritual of Shabbat. No prior knowledge or - [Tot Shabbat w. Melita Silberstein!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tot-shabbat-w-melita-silberstein-20261023/) - Join Melita Silberstein for Tot Shabbat on the farm where little ones and their grown-ups come together to celebrate, sing, and make new friends! With joyful songs, playful movement, and interactive stories, this is a warm and welcoming way for our youngest community members to connect with the ritual of Shabbat. No prior knowledge or - [Tot Shabbat w. Melita Silberstein!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tot-shabbat-w-melita-silberstein-20261113/) - Join Melita Silberstein for Tot Shabbat on the farm where little ones and their grown-ups come together to celebrate, sing, and make new friends! With joyful songs, playful movement, and interactive stories, this is a warm and welcoming way for our youngest community members to connect with the ritual of Shabbat. No prior knowledge or - [Tot Shabbat w. Melita Silberstein!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tot-shabbat-w-melita-silberstein-20261211/) - Join Melita Silberstein for Tot Shabbat on the farm where little ones and their grown-ups come together to celebrate, sing, and make new friends! With joyful songs, playful movement, and interactive stories, this is a warm and welcoming way for our youngest community members to connect with the ritual of Shabbat. No prior knowledge or - [Elul Rosh Chodesh Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/elul-rosh-chodesh-circle-2/) - Join us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time. Our tradition suggests that each month holds a - [Tevet Rosh Chodesh Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tevet-rosh-chodesh-circle-2/) - Join us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time. Our tradition suggests that each month holds a - [Kislev Rosh Chodesh Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kislev-rosh-chodesh-circle-2/) - Join us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time. Our tradition suggests that each month holds a - [Cheshvan Rosh Chodesh Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/cheshvan-rosh-chodesh-circle-20251016/) - Join us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time. Our tradition suggests that each month holds a - [Tammuz Rosh Chodesh Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tammuz-rosh-chodesh-circle/) - Join us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time. Our tradition suggests that each month holds a - [Sivan Rosh Chodesh Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sivan-rosh-chodesh-circle-2/) - Join us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time. Our tradition suggests that each month holds a - [Iyar Rosh Chodesh Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/iyar-rosh-chodesh-circle-2/) - Join us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time. Our tradition suggests that each month holds a - [Nisan Rosh Chodesh Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/nisan-rosh-chodesh-circle-2/) - Join us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time. Our tradition suggests that each month holds a - [February Supper Club](https://urbanadamah.org/event/february-supper-club/) - Join us for a winter evening of communal dining at Urban Adamah, Berkeley’s urban farm and gathering space. We’ll gather around shared tables for a seasonal, multi-course dinner inspired by California winter produce and the simple pleasure of slowing down together. ​What to expect ​Seasonal pescatarian tasting menu ​Family-style courses and communal tables ​A warm, - [Family Purim Puppet Show](https://urbanadamah.org/event/family-purim-puppet-show-scavenger-hunt-202632/) - Celebrate Purim with a family friendly puppet show on the farm! Join Jen Miriam Altman for music, puppets, and a pre-school friendly telling of the Purim story! Laugh at the silly King who likes to throw parties instead of ruling. Dance with Vashti who won't come and dance because she is busy having her own - [Working with Illusion: Kundalini Yoga, Astrology, & the Magic of Purim](https://urbanadamah.org/event/working-with-illusion-kundalini-yoga-astrology-the-magic-of-purim/) - This workshop weaves together themes of illusion and clarity as they relate to the potent story of Purim. We will work with the planet/archetype of Neptune; the planet of dreams, creativity, illusion, confusion and healing. As we move our bodies with yoga and breathwork, you will be guided to deepen into the meaning of this - [Tu B'Shvat Family Celebration](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tu-bshvat-family-celebration-20262/) - Step into a world of discovery as Urban Adamah, PJ Library, and Jewish Gateways celebrate the Seven Species and the birthday of the trees in a hands-on, interactive experience for the whole family! Explore exciting stations inspired by the seven sacred fruits and grains as well as the traditions of Tu B’Shvat, with activities, crafts, - [Tu B'Shvat Seder with Wilderness Torah & Jewtina y Co.](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tu-bshvat-seder-with-wilderness-torah-jewtina-y-co-202621/) - Join Urban Adamah, Wilderness Torah, and Jewtina y Co. for a delicious celebration of Tu B'Shvat, the New Year of the Trees! As the sap begins to rise in the waking trees, we'll awaken our senses through the mystical tradition of the Tu B'Shvat Seder. Guided by ancient wisdom and nourished by local produce and - [New Year's Meditation Retreat with Adam Berman & Matthew Immergut](https://urbanadamah.org/event/new-years-meditation-retreat-with-adam-berman-matthew-immergut/) - Enter the new year with a 3-night residential meditation retreat at Urban Adamah combining classic Vipassana meditation with Jewish practices. - [Rosh Chodesh Circle Series](https://urbanadamah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-circle-series/) - Join us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time. Our tradition suggests that each month holds a - [Rosh Chodesh Circle Series](https://urbanadamah.org/event/rosh-chodesh-circle-series-2025820/) - Join us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time. Our tradition suggests that each month holds a - [Berkeley Supper Club Hanukkah Party](https://urbanadamah.org/event/berkeley-supper-club-hanukkah-party/) - Celebrate Hanukkah with the Berkeley Supper Club and your local Berkeley Community at Urban Adamah. We’ll serve a seasonal, multi-course dinner that reflects the winter landscape. The Berkeley Supper Club is a community-driven dining experience — part dinner party, part cultural exchange, all about good food and connection. Seating is limited and events often sell out - [Tot Shabbat w. Melita Silberstein!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tot-shabbat-w-melita-silberstein-23/) - Join us on the farm for a special Tot Shabbat with Melita Silberstein! Together we’ll build community, sing, and dance our way into Shabbat. This event is ideal for children up to 6 years, but older siblings are very much welcome too! About the facilitator: Melita Silberstein is a singer/songwriter, contemporary folk musician, childrens’ performer, - [Babies on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/babies-on-the-farm-4/) - Welcome to our drop-in group for babies and their parents! We will meet to shmooze, play and enjoy some music and Boichik bagels. You are welcome to come late or leave early. This is meant to be an informal and relaxed setting to get to know other parents and bond with your baby. This will be - [Jewish Families of Color Chanukah Celebration w. Tawonga](https://urbanadamah.org/event/jewish-families-of-color-chanukah-celebration-w-tawonga/) - You and your family are invited to a Families of Color Chanukah Celebration on Saturday, December 20! We hope you’ll join us for this special affinity space gathering for Jewish families that include at least one person of color. We will build community, sing songs with the amazing Isaac Zones, get crafty with kids Chanukah - [After Camp (M-Th Only)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sprouts-after-camp-m-th-only-2026727/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through group-building challenges, play and project-based learning, and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [Sprouts Session 5](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sprouts-session-5-2026727/) - Sprouts campers enjoy their day exploring our organic farm and learning how to be great helpers to the crops, animals, and each other. With Jewish teachings and stories guiding their experience, Sprouts introduces young children to Judaism’s deep connections to the natural world and their place in it. - [After Camp (M-Th Only)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/roots-after-camp-m-th-only-2026727/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through group-building challenges, play and project-based learning, and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [Roots Session 5](https://urbanadamah.org/event/roots-session-5-2026727/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through song, arts and crafts, play, cooking and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [CIT Session 5](https://urbanadamah.org/event/cit-session-5-2026727/) - Counselors in Training will foster their leadership skills while taking care of the animals, plants, and young campers in our community. CITs will have fun doing team-building activities, getting creative with art and crafts projects, and helping in the kitchen. As a cohort, CITs will learn how to support counselors and help lead campers in - [After Camp (M-Th Only)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sprouts-after-camp-m-th-only-2026713/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through group-building challenges, play and project-based learning, and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [Sprouts Session 4](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sprouts-session-4-2026713/) - Sprouts campers enjoy their day exploring our organic farm and learning how to be great helpers to the crops, animals, and each other. With Jewish teachings and stories guiding their experience, Sprouts introduces young children to Judaism’s deep connections to the natural world and their place in it. - [After Camp (M-Th Only)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/roots-after-camp-m-th-only-2026713/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through group-building challenges, play and project-based learning, and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [Roots Session 4](https://urbanadamah.org/event/roots-session-4-2026713/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through song, arts and crafts, play, cooking and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [CIT Session 4](https://urbanadamah.org/event/cit-session-1-2026713/) - Counselors in Training will foster their leadership skills while taking care of the animals, plants, and young campers in our community. CITs will have fun doing team-building activities, getting creative with art and crafts projects, and helping in the kitchen. As a cohort, CITs will learn how to support counselors and help lead campers in - [After Camp (M-Th Only)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sprouts-after-camp-m-th-only-2026629/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through group-building challenges, play and project-based learning, and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [Sprouts Session 3](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sprouts-session-2-2026629/) - Sprouts campers enjoy their day exploring our organic farm and learning how to be great helpers to the crops, animals, and each other. With Jewish teachings and stories guiding their experience, Sprouts introduces young children to Judaism’s deep connections to the natural world and their place in it. - [After Camp (M-Th Only)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/roots-after-camp-m-th-only-2026629/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through group-building challenges, play and project-based learning, and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [Roots Session 3](https://urbanadamah.org/event/roots-session-3-2026629/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through song, arts and crafts, play, cooking and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [CIT Session 3](https://urbanadamah.org/event/cit-session-1-2026629/) - Counselors in Training will foster their leadership skills while taking care of the animals, plants, and young campers in our community. CITs will have fun doing team-building activities, getting creative with art and crafts projects, and helping in the kitchen. As a cohort, CITs will learn how to support counselors and help lead campers in - [After Camp (M-Th Only)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sprouts-after-camp-m-th-only-2026615/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through group-building challenges, play and project-based learning, and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [Sprouts Session 2](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sprouts-session-2-2026615/) - Sprouts campers enjoy their day exploring our organic farm and learning how to be great helpers to the crops, animals, and each other. With Jewish teachings and stories guiding their experience, Sprouts introduces young children to Judaism’s deep connections to the natural world and their place in it. - [After Camp (M-Th Only)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/roots-after-camp-m-th-only-2026615/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through group-building challenges, play and project-based learning, and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [Roots Session 2](https://urbanadamah.org/event/roots-session-2-2026615/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through song, arts and crafts, play, cooking and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [CIT Session 2](https://urbanadamah.org/event/cit-session-1-2026615/) - Counselors in Training will foster their leadership skills while taking care of the animals, plants, and young campers in our community. CITs will have fun doing team-building activities, getting creative with art and crafts projects, and helping in the kitchen. As a cohort, CITs will learn how to support counselors and help lead campers in - [After Camp (M-Th Only)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sprouts-after-camp-m-th-only-202668/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through group-building challenges, play and project-based learning, and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [Sprouts Session 1](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sprouts-session-1-202668/) - Sprouts campers enjoy their day exploring our organic farm and learning how to be great helpers to the crops, animals, and each other. With Jewish teachings and stories guiding their experience, Sprouts introduces young children to Judaism’s deep connections to the natural world and their place in it. - [After Camp (M-Th Only)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/roots-after-camp-m-th-only-202668/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through group-building challenges, play and project-based learning, and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [Roots Session 1](https://urbanadamah.org/event/roots-session-1-202668/) - During Roots camp, we play, plant, sing, work, and get to know life on an urban farm. Roots campers will get their hands dirty in the field, and enjoy the fruits of their labor — fresh, delicious, organic produce! Through song, arts and crafts, play, cooking and farm responsibilities, campers will learn about the natural - [CIT Session 1](https://urbanadamah.org/event/cit-session-1-202668/) - Counselors in Training will foster their leadership skills while taking care of the animals, plants, and young campers in our community. CITs will have fun doing team-building activities, getting creative with art and crafts projects, and helping in the kitchen. As a cohort, CITs will learn how to support counselors and help lead campers in - [2026 Summer Camp](https://urbanadamah.org/event/2026-summer-camp-202668/) - [Hanukkah on the Farm with Octopretzel!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/hanukkah-on-the-farm-with-octopretzel/) - Join Urban Adamah, PJ Library, and the beloved members of Octopretzel for a super sweet, extremely silly, and musically awesome Hanukkah celebration at the farm! Sing, dance, and laugh along as we bring our joyful tunes to life. Plus, don’t miss our ridiculously funny puppet show all about making the world’s silliest latkes. - [Tot Shabbat w. Melita Silberstein!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tot-shabbat-w-melita-silberstein-202651/) - Join Melita Silberstein for Tot Shabbat on the farm where little ones and their grown-ups come together to celebrate, sing, and make new friends! With joyful songs, playful movement, and interactive stories, this is a warm and welcoming way for our youngest community members to connect with the ritual of Shabbat. No prior knowledge or - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-20261211/) - Join Urban Adamah for our signature Friday night service! Through song, poetry, movement, and silence we’ll journey together from our week of doing into our day of being. All are welcome. No Hebrew or Jewish knowledge is required. Light food and drinks will be served following Kabbalat Shabbat. This event will take place indoors, - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-20261113/) - Join Urban Adamah for our signature Friday night service! Through song, poetry, movement, and silence we’ll journey together from our week of doing into our day of being. All are welcome. No Hebrew or Jewish knowledge is required. Light food and drinks will be served following Kabbalat Shabbat. This event will take place indoors, - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-20261023/) - Join Urban Adamah for our signature Friday night service! Through song, poetry, movement, and silence we’ll journey together from our week of doing into our day of being. All are welcome. No Hebrew or Jewish knowledge is required. Light food and drinks will be served following Kabbalat Shabbat. This event will take place indoors, - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-2026724/) - Join Urban Adamah for our signature Friday night service! Through song, poetry, movement, and silence we’ll journey together from our week of doing into our day of being. All are welcome. No Hebrew or Jewish knowledge is required. Light food and drinks will be served following Kabbalat Shabbat. This event will take place indoors, - [Kabbalat Shabbat: Pride Edition!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-2026612/) - Join Urban Adamah for our signature Friday night service! Through song, poetry, movement, and silence we’ll journey together from our week of doing into our day of being. All are welcome. No Hebrew or Jewish knowledge is required. Light food and drinks will be served following Kabbalat Shabbat. This event will take place indoors, - [Kabbalat Shabbat with Kol](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-202651/) - Join Urban Adamah and musicians from this year's Kol Retreat for our signature Friday night service! Through song, poetry, movement, and silence we’ll journey together from our week of doing into our day of being. All are welcome. No Hebrew or Jewish knowledge is required. Light food and drinks will be served following Kabbalat Shabbat. - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-2026327/) - Join Urban Adamah for our signature Friday night service! Through song, poetry, movement, and silence we’ll journey together from our week of doing into our day of being. All are welcome. No Hebrew or Jewish knowledge is required. Light food and drinks will be served following Kabbalat Shabbat. This event will take place indoors, - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-2026227/) - Join Urban Adamah for our signature Friday night service! Through song, poetry, movement, and silence we’ll journey together from our week of doing into our day of being. All are welcome. No Hebrew or Jewish knowledge is required. Light food and drinks will be served following Kabbalat Shabbat. This event will take place indoors, - [Infant/Child CPR Class with PJ Library](https://urbanadamah.org/event/infantchild-cpr-and-child-resuscitation-class-with-pj-li-20251119/) - As parents and community members, let's empower ourselves so we can be prepared to act in difficult situations. In this class we will Learn infant and child resuscitation for life-threatening emergencies. The class covers breathing and cardiac emergencies from birth to age twelve, including choking, drowning, suffocation, electric shock and poisoning. Review materials and a - [Tot Shabbat w. Melita Silberstein!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tot-shabbat-w-melita-silberstein-22/) - Join us on the farm for a special Tot Shabbat with Melita Silberstein! Together we’ll build community, sing, and dance our way into Shabbat. This event is ideal for children up to 6 years, but older siblings are very much welcome too! About the facilitator: Melita Silberstein is a singer/songwriter, contemporary folk musician, childrens’ performer, - [Designing Eco-Rituals for Jewish Educators with Naama Sadan](https://urbanadamah.org/event/designing-eco-rituals-for-jewish-educators-with-naama-sadan/) - How can environmental educators use rituals in their practice? In recent years, people around the world have led funerals for glaciers and gratitude rituals for watersheds, among other ceremonies. This is not new—rituals are both a language to communicate what is important and a strategic tool to drive change. Since ancient times, rituals have been - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-29/) - Join Urban Adamah for our signature Friday night service! Through song, poetry, movement, and silence we’ll journey together from our week of doing into our day of being. All are welcome. No Hebrew or Jewish knowledge is required. Light food and drinks will be served following Kabbalat Shabbat. ___________ Sign up for the entire Kabbalat - [Mother's Milk: A Conversation with Deena Aranoff and Janet Harris](https://urbanadamah.org/event/mothers-milk-a-conversation-with-deena-aranoff-20251028/) - Please join us for a deep dive into Deena Aranoff's new book, Mother's Milk: Essays on Child-rearing, the Household and the Making of Jewish Culture. This book explores the way in which some of the most enduring aspects of Jewish culture are produced in the context of household and family relations. Deena will be joined - [Babies on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/babies-on-the-farm-20251118/) - Welcome to our drop-in group for babies and their parents! We will meet to shmooze, play and enjoy some music and Boichik bagels. You are welcome to come late or leave early. This is meant to be an informal and relaxed setting to get to know other parents and bond with your baby. This will be - [Urban Adamah Conversion Cohort](https://urbanadamah.org/event/urban-adamah-conversion-cohort/) - The conversion cohort is designed to enable participants to gain the skills, the community connections, and sense of belonging to live a rich Jewish life. Over the course of the year, cohort members will meet once a month for learning sessions and once a month for rabbinic mentoring. Learning sessions will combine thought-provoking text studies, - [Simchat Torah: Remixed at Chochmat HaLev](https://urbanadamah.org/event/simchat-torah-remixed-at-chochmat-halev/) - Join Urban Adamah at Chochmat HaLev to celebrate Simchat Torah! We’ll start the night with a kids program with our Latin-Jewish friends from Olamim and their new illustrated Torah from Venice with Spanish and Hebrew text! We’ll the move into a soulful Maariv prayer service led by Lior Tsarfaty, interactive ritual of completing the annual - [Yom Kippur | Kol Nidre: Evening Services](https://urbanadamah.org/event/yom-kippur-kol-nidre-evening-services/) - Enter the portal of Yom Kippur in songful, soulful community at Urban Adamah. - [Sukkot Jam with Sacred Music Fellowship](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sukkot-jam-with-sacred-music-fellowship-20251012/) - Join the East Bay community for Sacred Music Fellowship's Sukkot Music Jam! Bring your friends, family, voices, and instruments to this event featuring musicians from many East Bay Jewish communities, to be announced. We hope to be outside in the amphitheater, bring a cushion to sit on and layers to keep warm! If you play - [Yom Kippur | Yizkor, Ne'ilah & Break Fast](https://urbanadamah.org/event/yom-kippur-yizkor-neilah-break-fast/) - As Yom Kippur comes to a close, we will share our final prayers, yearnings, and hopes, after which we will turn our days of reflection and repentance into celebration with a hearty break fast. - [Erev Rosh Hashanah | Evening Services [Sold Out!]](https://urbanadamah.org/event/erev-rosh-hashanah-evening-services-with-base-bay-area/) - Bring in 5786 with a soulful, musical, and reflective service that grounds us in our journey for the Days of Awe. Break bread and enjoy a celebratory, vegetarian meal in community beforehand at 6pm. - [Rosh Hashanah Family Program [Sold Out!]](https://urbanadamah.org/event/rosh-hashanah-family-program/) - Explore the Sephardic Rosh Hashanah seder in an hands-on offering designed for children up to 12 years old. Full transliteration of Hebrew will be provided, no experience necessary. - [Havdalah with Eden Village West](https://urbanadamah.org/event/havdalah-with-eden-village-west-20251011/) - Join Eden Village West and Urban Adamah for havdalah & s'mores! Welcome the new week in Summer farm camp spirit with a musical havdalah ceremony and delicious s'mores around the campfire! Come enjoy the farm and say Shabbat Shalom to the goats. 6:00 – 6:30 | Schmooze on the farm 6:30 – 7:00 | Havdalah - [Family Musical Havdalah Party with PJ Library](https://urbanadamah.org/event/musical-havdalah-party-with-pj-library-202597/) - As we transition from summer into Fall and the new school year, let’s mark this time of change and growth with Havdalah- a multi-sensory Jewish ritual used to mark the separation between special days and the rest of the week. Join a community of parents and little ones for crafts, snacks, books and music, an - [KUMI: A Sukkot Morning Dance on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kumi-a-sukkot-morning-dance-on-the-farm-20251012/) - Back for one morning only, it’s KUMI! DJ Bambi invites you to start your Sunday and deepen your celebration of Sukkot with soulful dance in Urban Adamah’s Sukkah at the heart of our farm. KUMI is the Hebrew invitation to arise, to move, to soar. With this ancient summons to sway, weaving together bass, movement, - [Jacob's Ladder: Live Concert](https://urbanadamah.org/event/jacobs-ladder-live-concert-2025119/) - Join the Jacob's Ladder trio, a Boston-based Jewish band, weaving elements of Americana, folk and bluegrass into soulful nigunim and spiritually uplifting communal song. They will be playing songs off their upcoming 2nd full length album, "Hamakom", (out early 2026); this new project explores the band's current journey into sacred space and Jewish identity, encompassing - [Sukkot Family Farm Festival](https://urbanadamah.org/event/sukkot-family-farm-festival/) - Sukkot, our celebration of the harvest, calls us to connect with the bounty of the land. Bring your family to experience the season of the harvest at the farm with Urban Adamah, Jewish Gateways, and other Easy Bay Jewish community partners this Sukkot! Join us for child-centered activities that weave together Jewish wisdom and land— think - [Jewish Meditation Shabbaton](https://urbanadamah.org/event/jewish-meditation-shabbaton/) - Join Norman Fischer, Rebecca Schisler and R. Dorothy Richman for a Jewish Meditation Shabbaton. From Friday evening to Saturday night, we’ll gather in community to sit, sing, bless, pray, eat and learn. Come make space to listen to the still small voice inside. Prepare for the Jewish New Year in community with nourishing food, song - [Babies on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/babies-on-the-farm-2025916/) - Welcome to our drop-in group for babies and their parents! We will meet to shmooze, play and enjoy some music and Boichik bagels. You are welcome to come late or leave early. This is meant to be an informal and relaxed setting to get to know other parents and bond with your baby. This will be - [Babies on the Farm!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/babies-on-the-farm-20251028/) - Welcome to our drop-in group for babies and their parents! We will meet to shmooze, play and enjoy some music and Boichik bagels. You are welcome to come late or leave early. This is meant to be an informal and relaxed setting to get to know other parents and bond with your baby. This will be - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-28/) - Join Urban Adamah for our signature Friday night service! Through song, poetry, movement, and silence we’ll journey together from our week of doing into our day of being. All are welcome. No Hebrew or Jewish knowledge is required. Light food and drinks will be served following Kabbalat Shabbat. ___________ Sign up for the entire Kabbalat - [Tevet Rosh Chodesh Circle](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tevet-rosh-chodesh-circle-20251218/) - Join us for our monthly Rosh Chodesh gatherings, an opportunity to come together and get rooted in our Jewish tradition and the natural land cycles. Each session is crafted to correspond with the new Hebrew month, with texts and colors that symbolize the essence of the time. Our tradition suggests that each month holds a - [Tot Shabbat w. Melita Silberstein!](https://urbanadamah.org/event/tot-shabbat-w-melita-silberstein-21/) - Join us on the farm for a special Tot Shabbat with Melita Silberstein! Together we’ll build community, sing, and dance our way into Shabbat. This event is ideal for children up to 6 years, but older siblings are very much welcome too! About the facilitator: Melita Silberstein is a singer/songwriter, contemporary folk musician, childrens’ performer, - [Kabbalat Shabbat](https://urbanadamah.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-30/) - Join Urban Adamah for our signature Friday night service! Through song, poetry, movement, and silence we’ll journey together from our week of doing into our day of being. All are welcome. No Hebrew or Jewish knowledge is required. Light food and drinks will be served following Kabbalat Shabbat. ___________ Sign up for the entire Kabbalat - [Where Heaven and Earth Kiss: Exploring New Perspectives in Jewish Environmental Ethics w. Ariel Mayse](https://urbanadamah.org/event/where-heaven-and-earth-kiss-exploring-new-perspectives-in-jewish-environmental-ethics-w-ariel-mayse-2022-03-27/) - We will examine the relationship between theology, Jewish law, and aggadah with an eye to how Jewish teachings inform present-day environmental issues. Focusing on a range of issues–from pollution, zoning, and resource management, to distributive justice, creation theology, and the purpose of prayer– how we might construct a moral philosophy of environmental ethics that draws upon - [Where Heaven and Earth Kiss: Exploring New Perspectives in Jewish Environmental Ethics w. Ariel Mayse](https://urbanadamah.org/event/where-heaven-and-earth-kiss-exploring-new-perspectives-in-jewish-environmental-ethics-w-ariel-mayse-2022-04-10/) - We will examine the relationship between theology, Jewish law, and aggadah with an eye to how Jewish teachings inform present-day environmental issues. Focusing on a range of issues–from pollution, zoning, and resource management, to distributive justice, creation theology, and the purpose of prayer– how we might construct a moral philosophy of environmental ethics that draws upon - [Virtual Kabbalat Shabbat w. Wilderness Torah (Online Program)](https://urbanadamah.org/event/virtual-kabbalat-shabbat-w-wilderness-torah-online-program-2/) - Center your heart, clear your mind, and celebrate Shabbat with a virtual service led by Urban Adamah and Wilderness Torah. Join us for song, poetry, meditation, and prayer to lift our spirits as we step into our day of rest. 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