We aim to nurture, inspire and create points of Jewish connection for our families as their children grow within our community. Our family engagement programs provide the space to enrich the lives of children and parents through immersive experiences, Shabbat, and exciting cohortized activities rooted in Jewish learning and practice.
Family Shabbaton
At Camp Ramah in Ojai
Swimming, Communal Shabbat services, Havdalah bonfire, childcare, adult and kids programming, and so much FUN!
May 15-17, 2026
May 14-16, 2027
May 5-7, 2028
Tot Shabbat and Family Service
Join us for a family-focused opportunity on Shabbat morning every week! We start with Tot Shabbat (designed for families with kids 5 and younger) at 10 am with songs and Shabbat fun. We continue at 10:20 with a family service (designed for families with kids under 10), including prayers, learning, and leadership opportunities for kids. We look forward to seeing you there!
Tot Kabbalat Shabbat
Musical Friday night program and dinner for ECC-Gesher families
Oct. 10 (Tot Sukkot), Feb. 20
ShabbaTunes
Musical Shabbat Program for families with ECC-Gesher kids
Shabbat Morning: Nov. 1, March 21, April 25
Havdallah: Dec. 6, Jan. 24
Shabbat Yeladim
Supervised playtime for kids, starting on the sandbox at 10:00 AM, and in the Elbaz Family Foundation Gymnasium after the family service.
Shabbat Hang Out
Monthly afternoon hang out on Ziering Family Field for families at TBA
Saturdays at 3:00 PM on Ziering Field
Sept. 6, Oct. 25, Dec. 6, Jan. 24, Feb. 14, March 14, April 18, May 30
6th Grade B’nei Mitzvah Cohort
All 6th grade families are invited to participate in a series of programs designed for families immersed in preparing for a B’nei Mitzvah.