
Sunday, Nov 9 | 11am-12:30pm
Join us for an hour of walking through the beautiful San Elijo reserve and ecological preserve. We will meet on the patio of the visitor center on the south side of Manchester Ave. We will alternate between a chant then carry it inside in a silent walking meditation.
Please bring a hat,sun screen and a snack. The trails are flat and extend into the lagoon. Parking is available on both north and south sides of Manchester.
San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and Nature Center at
2710 Manchester Ave,Cardiff by the Sea, CA 92007
Please RSVP so we know to expect you!

Sunday Nov 23 | 10:30am-12:30pm
Join us as we celebrate our members, warmly welcome new faces, and greet prospective members with fun ice breakers to spark connection. We’ll envision our future together—listening for ways you would like to participate and grow our community together.
UTC Location

Thursdays, Oct 16, Nov13 & Dec11 Noon-1:30pm Pacific Time
Hosted by Dr. Wayne Padover

Founded in 1995, Shir Ha-Yam (Song of the Sea) has grown from a small group of friends to a community that has monthly Saturday Shabbat services, Friday night meditation, and chant circle using Rabbi Shefa Gold's chants. We are a member of the international organization ALEPH, the Alliance for Jewish Renewal
Our history is rooted in the t
Founded in 1995, Shir Ha-Yam (Song of the Sea) has grown from a small group of friends to a community that has monthly Saturday Shabbat services, Friday night meditation, and chant circle using Rabbi Shefa Gold's chants. We are a member of the international organization ALEPH, the Alliance for Jewish Renewal
Our history is rooted in the teachings of Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, of blessed memory.
Taking the best of Jewish tradition, we enliven it with meditation, music, movement, and chanting.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed — both with your time and your generous support!
The event was a big success and such a joyful celebration, filled with music, connection, and community spirit.
If you enjoyed the experience, we warmly invite you to consider becoming part of the Shir Ha-Yam community!

We’re deeply grateful to everyone who came out in support of the Jewish LGBTQ+ community. Your presence helped create a weekend filled with warmth, pride, and connection.
A special thank you to the Lawrence Family JCC, the San Diego Jewish Community Federation, and all the incredible Jewish organizations who came together to make this powerful expression of love and unity possible.
We are truly proud to be part of such a vibrant and inclusive San Diego Jewish community!

Several of our members are part of the Jewish musical group Kol Tefillah (The Voice of Prayer). We are often blessed with their musical accompaniment at our Shabbat Morning services! Learn more about the beautiful music they are making here
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