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  • “Brit Adam” Jewish Men’s Initiation

    A year-long Jewish men’s initiation program conducted in-person and online with Rabbi Zelig Golden, John Wolfstone, Rabbi Dan Goldblatt and othersFebruary 2026 - February 2027West Sonoma County, CA Join Brit Adam, a year-long Jewish men’s initiation designed to awaken healthy power, prayer, and purpose. The journey unfolds through five core modules. Each begins with a five-day, in-person immersion where we build brotherhood, pray together, engage Jewish and earth-based wisdom, deepen inner and ancestral work, and pass through initiatory rites rooted in land and lineage. The fourth intensive is a 10-day vision quest in the California desert wilderness. Between gatherings, the work [...]

  • The Journey Circle

    The Journey Circle, an Online Discussion Group

    Welcome to The Journey Circle, an Online Discussion Group through EOLPC. The Discussion Group will be facilitated by AriYael's Zoe Francesca Goldblatt, MFA. Zoe works in the end-of-life field as a trained End of Life Doula, Activity Therapist and Spiritual Care Provider. Zoë facilitates a monthly Death Cafe and co-leads grief support groups and numerous workshops on spiritual aspects of grief and joy. As a Psychedelic Doula, she is particularly interested in the intersection of psychedelics and end-of-life spiritual inquiry. Journey Circle is a Safe Space for Exploration and Support to: Share Your Journey: Connect with others who understand your path. [...]

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  • Poetry with Zoë

    Poetry with Zoë

    A weekly poetry study and writing group for elders With: Zoë Goldblatt, MFA Where: The Reutlinger in Danville, CA When: Every Monday, starting January 5th, 2026 Registration Info: Must be a resident of The Reutlinger to participate This poetry group is for elders who are wanting to engage seriously with poetic texts both traditional and contemporary to do literary analysis, in-depth discussion and creative writing exercises of their own. The group members will have opportunities in each weekly meeting to read aloud, interpret and respond to a variety of literary poems chosen by the facilitator and by the group. In the [...]

  • Portal to Passover

    A weekend retreat focused on spiritual preparation for the Passover holiday. Leading up to the Passover holiday, we will take a look at the rituals, stories and symbols of the Passover Haggadah and what they mean to us both personally and collectively, at this point in time. We will explore themes of Enslavement and Liberation, Meaning-Making in times of upheaval, Leadership  and Community Building, Resistance to Change and Courage. This is a private event with a Chavurah group in Nevada City, CA. Please contact us here if you are interested in organizing a similar event for your community.

  • Asherah – Discovering the Hebrew Goddess

    Asherah – Discovering the Hebrew Goddess What: An interactive workshop at MANNA Passover Pilgrimage Festival Where: New Cuyama, California When: April 9-13th, 2026 Who: Devorah Brous, Grief Guide, Herbalist and Ritual Facilitator with Zoë Goldblatt, MFA in Poetry and Spiritual Care Provider Join Devorah and Zoë in an experiential encounter with Asherah, the ancient Hebrew tree goddess. We’ll use poetry, song, and nature to learn about Asherah’s history and how she lives on in our sacred texts and our places of prayer. Registration Info: To register for the MANNA Passover Pilgrimage Festival, visit https://www.mannafestival.com/

  • The Lineage of Jewish Renewal

    A storytelling session offered at MANNA Passover Pilgrimage Festival Where: New Cuyama, California When: April 9-13th, 2026 Rabbi Dan Goldblatt is a direct musmach (ordained by) of Reb Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, z"tl. In this session, Rabbi Dan will share stories that illuminate the brilliance of Reb Zalman and his inspired direction for the renewal of Judaism.  Registration Info: To register for the MANNA Passover Pilgrimage Festival, visit https://www.mannafestival.com/

  • Innovations in How We Do Shiva

    A Shomer Collective Virtual Meetup on Zoom for Jewish End-of-Life Doulas Many Jews are concerned about whether they are doing Shiva "right." The real question is, "How can Shiva better serve us in our time of grief?" Join Rabbi Dan Goldblatt of AriYael as we explore new ways of thinking about this deep practice of grief support. Register here.

  • Psychedelics: Support at the End of Life and the Grief that Follows

    What: An in-person panel discussion event hosted by JADE (Jewish Association for Death Education)Who: Liz Orlin, Zoë Goldblatt, Alissa Hirshfeld, and Rabbi Zac KamenetzWhen: May 12, 2026 6-7pmWhere: Manny’s Community Space, 3092 16th St, San Francisco, CA Join Sinai Memorial Chapel and JADE for an evening conversation about the emerging role of psychedelics in end-of-life care and grief. Join Sinai Memorial Chapel and the Jewish Association for Death Education (JADE) for an evening conversation exploring the emerging role of psychedelics in end-of-life care and the grief that follows. This thoughtful panel will bring together experts in spiritual care, psychotherapy, and end-of-life [...]

  • Connecting with Ancestors/Healing Ancestral Wounds

    A 2.5-hour workshop for a cohort of elders traveling together on an Ashkenazi Ancestral Pilgrimage to Poland in Summer of 2026 With: Rabbi Dan Goldblatt and Zoë Goldblatt, End of Life Doula Where: Zoom When: May 18, 2026 Registration Info: Must be a member of the Ashkenazi Ancestral Pilgrimage to Poland in 2026 to participate. One spot left! Contact: Ellie Schindelman at <elliesch@gmail.com> This workshop will address issues around Jewish ancestral connections in Poland in the mid-13th through mid-20th centuries. We will look at connecting with ancestors who thrived in communities where Jewish culture flourished to seek their wisdom, blessings and [...]

  • Ashkenazi Jewish Ancestral Pilgrimage To Poland for Elders

    Led by Ellie Schindelman of Wilderness Torah, with Rabbi Dan Goldblatt and Zoë Francesca Goldblatt  A 9-month learning journey to reconnect with your Ashkenazi roots on a two-week pilgrimage in Poland, which includes both pre-trip preparation and post-trip integration. A unique opportunity to reclaim ancestral connection through culture, history, spiritual exploration, and nature-connection. Rabbi Dan Goldblatt will be providing spiritual care and Zoë Francesca Goldblatt will be providing Doula support and grief support. Registration Info: Main registration is now closed, but special inquiries can be made to Ellie Schindelman at <elliesch@gmail.com>.