Embracing Judaism in Chico

We are a warm and friendly Jewish community in Chico, California

Congregation Beth Israel is an open and welcoming Jewish community dedicated to the principle of Klal Yisrael, the unity of the Jewish people. True to that spirit, our historically rooted congregation embraces a diverse membership of Jews from all backgrounds as well as interfaith couples and those exploring Judaism. The ideal to which we strive is Rabbi Mordecai Kaplan’s concept of the “synagogue center,” in which a congregation serves as both a house of worship and a community center for Jewish life. We seek to engage the “head, heart, and hand”: the head through learning, the heart through meaningful spiritual and cultural experiences, and the hand through service. CBI is a place to find community, raise kids to love Judaism, and call your spiritual home. With inspirational leadership from Rabbi Julie Hilton Danan, we are shaping a dynamic and vital future for Judaism in the Northstate.

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Adult Study on Jewish Ethics / Exploring Judaism

Rabbi Danan’s Shabbat morning study this year will be on Jewish ethics. The class begins on Saturday, October 19, at 9:00am. The class is free, but participants should purchase the book, Jewish Ethics, Vol. I: You Shall Be Holy, by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin.

Rabbi Danan will offer "Exploring Judaism" on Thursdays at 5 p.m. beginning February 6. This class is suitable for anyone who wants to learn more about the Jewish heritage, including those who want to convert. The class is free and a commitment to regular attendance is expected.

For more information, including schedules, contact CBI at (530) 342-6146 or by using our Contact page.

Community Purim Celebration: March 16

CBI's Famous Purim Celebration for All Ages

Sunday, March 16 at CBI

Come in costume for a great time!

3:00pm:  Purim Carnival for Kids & Parents

4:00pm: Megillah Reading, Music by our Purim Band and a Purim Shpil, "Shushan TV" by Shira Danan

5:00pm: Pizza/Salads Dinner, Hamantaschen!

Suggested donation: $5 adult/$3 child

6:00pm: And the Finale: A Hula Hoop Performance by Meg Amor! Purim Tzedakah Collection benefits Torres Shelter Dinners

Click here for more information, or contact CBI at (530) 342-6146. You can find more info about these and other events at CBI in the March 2014 newsletter.

CBI News

  • CBI Community Passover Seder: April 15, 6:00p.m.

    11 Mar 2014

    CBI Community Seder Tuesday, April 15, at 6:00p.m. Please join us for Congregation Beth Israel’s Community Passover Seder led by Rabbi Julie Danan. Click here or the link above for more information, including online reservations/payment through PayPal.

  • Avraham Danan’s music is available on SoundCloud!

    10 Mar 2014

    Authentic Moroccan Jewish Piyuttim and Hazzanut (Cantorial Music) recorded by Avraham Danan, a native of Marrakesh, Morocco, has been uploaded to SoundCloud.   Go to https://soundcloud.com/avrahamdanan or click Avraham on SoundCloud to listen to this wonderful music!

  • Shabbat Across America: Friday, March 7 at 6:00 p.m

    6 Mar 2014

    Shabbat Across America Friday, March 7 at 6:00 p.m. On Friday night, March 7, 2014 hundreds of synagogues across the continent will take part in an historic national Jewish event to celebrate what unifies all Jews — Shabbat! Everyone is invited… singles, couples, and families — all ages. CBI will host Shabbat Across America at [...]