BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//AriYael - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ariyael.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for AriYael REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20280312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20281105T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270201T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T053313 CREATED:20251222T184349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T192252Z UID:10000776-1769932800-1801501200@ariyael.org SUMMARY:"Brit Adam" Jewish Men's Initiation DESCRIPTION:A year-long Jewish men’s initiation program conducted in-person and online\n\n\n\nwith Rabbi Zelig Golden\, John Wolfstone\, Rabbi Dan Goldblatt and othersFebruary 2026 – February 2027West Sonoma County\, CA \n\n\n\nJoin 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 continues through 1:1 mentorship\, online counsels\, and guided integration practices supporting the transformation in daily life. \n\n\n\nRegister at https://www.jewishmensinitiation.com URL:https://ariyael.org/event/brit-adam-jewish-mens-initiation/ CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ariyael.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260316T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260316T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T053313 CREATED:20260112T212052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T210127Z UID:10000801-1773662400-1773666000@ariyael.org SUMMARY:Poetry with Zoë DESCRIPTION:A weekly poetry study and writing group for elders\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith: Zoë Goldblatt\, MFA \n\n\n\nWhere: The Reutlinger in Danville\, CA \n\n\n\nWhen: Every Monday\, starting January 5th\, 2026 \n\n\n\nRegistration Info: Must be a resident of The Reutlinger to participate \n\n\n\nThis 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 process of engaging with poetry\, group members will have opportunities to form new friendships and relationships\, form new insights and practice new skills. The Reutlinger is a historic elders community in Danville\, CA. It is the only Jewishly-oriented assisted living and memory care community in the San Francisco East Bay. With a focus on Jewish culture and holidays\, The Reutlinger provides a comfortable and familiar place for Jewish elders and their neighbors and friends. \n\n\n\nAbout Zoë Goldblatt \n\n\n\nZoë has an MFA in Poetry from Mills College\, California and specializes in therapeutic uses of poetry. She studied the concept of “Poetry as Medicine” with John Fox. URL:https://ariyael.org/event/poetry-with-zoe/2026-03-16/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Writing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ariyael.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Poetry-withZoe.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T100000 DTSTAMP:20260419T053313 CREATED:20250327T184018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T202227Z UID:10000636-1773824400-1773828000@ariyael.org SUMMARY:The Journey Circle DESCRIPTION:Welcome to The Journey Circle\, an Online Discussion Group through EOLPC. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nJourney Circle is a Safe Space for Exploration and Support to:\n\n\n\n\nShare Your Journey: Connect with others who understand your path.\n\n\n\nExplore Mystical Experiences: Discuss insights from psychedelic journeys\, near-death experiences\, or other profound moments.\n\n\n\nFoster Connection: Build a sense of community and understanding during\n\n\n\n\nDiscussion Group Details\n\n\n\n\nWhen: First meeting: Wednesday\, January 22nd\, at 12-1pm ET\, then every two weeks therafter\n\n\n\nWhere: Online\n\n\n\nCost: Free\n\n\n\nOpen To Everyone\n\n\n\n\nDon’t navigate this journey alone! Join others who understand and appreciate the sacredness of these experiences. URL:https://ariyael.org/event/the-journey-circle/2026-03-18/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ariyael.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260327T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260329T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T053313 CREATED:20260224T204627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T205204Z UID:10001054-1774602000-1774796400@ariyael.org SUMMARY:Portal to Passover DESCRIPTION:A weekend retreat focused on spiritual preparation for the Passover holiday.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeading 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. URL:https://ariyael.org/event/portal-to-passover/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Private Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ariyael.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/AriYael-WOrkshop-graphics-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T053313 CREATED:20260227T210237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T211858Z UID:10001062-1775725200-1776099600@ariyael.org SUMMARY:Asherah – Discovering the Hebrew Goddess DESCRIPTION:Asherah – Discovering the Hebrew Goddess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat: An interactive workshop at MANNA Passover Pilgrimage Festival \n\n\n\nWhere: New Cuyama\, California \n\n\n\nWhen: April 9-13th\, 2026 \n\n\n\nWho: Devorah Brous\, Grief Guide\, Herbalist and Ritual Facilitator with Zoë Goldblatt\, MFA in Poetry and Spiritual Care Provider \n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nRegistration Info: To register for the MANNA Passover Pilgrimage Festival\, visit https://www.mannafestival.com/ URL:https://ariyael.org/event/asherah/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Writing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ariyael.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/AriYael-WOrkshop-graphics-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T053313 CREATED:20260227T213710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T230342Z UID:10001063-1775725200-1776099600@ariyael.org SUMMARY:The Lineage of Jewish Renewal DESCRIPTION:A storytelling session offered at MANNA Passover Pilgrimage Festival\n\n\n\nWhere: New Cuyama\, California \n\n\n\nWhen: April 9-13th\, 2026 \n\n\n\nRabbi 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.  \n\n\n\nRegistration Info: To register for the MANNA Passover Pilgrimage Festival\, visit https://www.mannafestival.com/ URL:https://ariyael.org/event/the-lineage-of-jewish-renewal/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Ritual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ariyael.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/AriYael-WOrkshop-graphics-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T053313 CREATED:20260413T202114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T202118Z UID:10001072-1776859200-1776862800@ariyael.org SUMMARY:Innovations in How We Do Shiva DESCRIPTION:A Shomer Collective Virtual Meetup on Zoom for Jewish End-of-Life Doulas\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany 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. \n\n\n\nRegister here. URL:https://ariyael.org/event/innovations-in-how-we-do-shiva/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Grief,Ritual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ariyael.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Shiva-Shomer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260512T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260512T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T053313 CREATED:20260408T200322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T204349Z UID:10001064-1778608800-1778612400@ariyael.org SUMMARY:Psychedelics: Support at the End of Life and the Grief that Follows DESCRIPTION: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 \n\n\n\nJoin Sinai Memorial Chapel and JADE for an evening conversation about the emerging role of psychedelics in end-of-life care and grief. \n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nThis thoughtful panel will bring together experts in spiritual care\, psychotherapy\, and end-of-life support to discuss current research\, ethical considerations\, and the ways psychedelic-assisted therapies may help individuals facing serious illness—as well as those navigating loss—find meaning\, comfort\, and peace. \n\n\n\nAs this is an evolving and complex area of study\, this program is designed to create an open\, respectful space for learning\, reflection\, and questions. \n\n\n\nThe conversation will be moderated by Liz Orlin\, Executive Director of Sinai Memorial Chapel\, and will feature: \n\n\n\n\nRabbi Zac Kamenetz\, founder and CEO of Shefa\n\n\n\nZoë Francesca Goldblatt of AriYael\, Jewish Death Doula and Psychedelic Doula\n\n\n\nAlissa Hirshfeld\, MA\, LMFT\, psychotherapist specializing in grief\, trauma\, and ketamine-assisted therapy\n\n\n\n\nThe Co-Sponsors \n\n\n\nJewish Association for Death Education (JADE) is a nonprofit organization providing education\, guidance\, and support rooted in Jewish wisdom along the end-of-life continuum. \n\n\n\nSinai Memorial Chapel Chevra Kadisha provides compassionate death care services to the Jewish community\, honoring tradition while embracing evolving practices and supporting individuals and families with dignity and care. \n\n\n\nPerks for Paid Tickets \n\n\n\nShow your ticket at the Cafe bar to receive 18% off beer\, wine\, cocktails\, and non-alcoholic cocktails. \n\n\n\nSliding scale tickets available here URL:https://ariyael.org/event/psychedelics-support-at-the-end-of-life-and-the-grief-that-follows/ CATEGORIES:Death and Dying,Featured,Grief ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ariyael.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Psychedelics-support.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T053313 CREATED:20260112T213757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T213802Z UID:10001053-1779105600-1779109200@ariyael.org SUMMARY:Connecting with Ancestors/Healing Ancestral Wounds DESCRIPTION:A 2.5-hour workshop for a cohort of elders traveling together on an Ashkenazi Ancestral Pilgrimage to Poland in Summer of 2026\n\n\n\nWith: Rabbi Dan Goldblatt and Zoë Goldblatt\, End of Life Doula \n\n\n\nWhere: Zoom \n\n\n\nWhen: May 18\, 2026 \n\n\n\nRegistration Info: Must be a member of the Ashkenazi Ancestral Pilgrimage to Poland in 2026 to participate. One spot left! Contact: Ellie Schindelman at \n\n\n\nThis 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 advice. And\, we will gently connect with those who suffered hardships and persecution from the mid-17th century through WWII. From a place of compassion and spiritual strength\, we will use practices developed by Rabbi Dr. Tirzah Firestone\, as well as our own practices\, to offer comfort\, blessings and healing to our lineages. URL:https://ariyael.org/event/connecting-with-ancestors-healing-ancestral-wounds/ CATEGORIES:Ancestors,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ariyael.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Healing-Ancestral-Wounds.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T053313 CREATED:20251117T171311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T174107Z UID:10000772-1787644800-1788886800@ariyael.org SUMMARY:Ashkenazi Jewish Ancestral Pilgrimage To Poland for Elders DESCRIPTION:Led by Ellie Schindelman of Wilderness Torah\, with Rabbi Dan Goldblatt and Zoë Francesca Goldblatt \n\n\n\nA 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. \n\n\n\nRegistration Info: Main registration is now closed\, but special inquiries can be made to Ellie Schindelman at . URL:https://ariyael.org/event/ashkenazi-jewish-ancestral-pilgrimage-to-poland-for-elders/ CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ariyael.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/AriYael-WOrkshop-graphics.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR