Make something Jewish

Pick a favorite recipe from your family cookbook or check out one of the quick and easy recipes on Jewislish.

Find out more about Jewish American Heritage Month

Visit the Jewish American Heritage Month website and explore our history.

Research your family’s history

Create a family tree, visit a Jewish genealogy website and find long lost relatives, record an interview with your oldest living family member so they can share your family’s story with you and keep it for future generations.

Listen to a Jewish podcast

There are many options, something for everyone – here is just one list we found with 60 podcast recommendations.

Read a Jewish book/watch a Jewish movie/binge a Jewish themed TV Show

Whether you are looking for a feel-good read, an animated flick or a powerful drama, Jewish-themed content is plentiful. Check out this book list on GoodReads, or this film list on Ranker for inspiration.



Plan a Jewish activity

Host a festive Shabbat dinner and invite friends and family to your table, organize a bonfire to celebrate Lag BaOmer happening this week, bake a challah or a cheesecake for the upcoming holiday of Shavuot. Check out the PJ Library website for fun family activities, and if you haven’t yet, make sure you sign your kids up to receive free Jewish themed books.

Visit a Jewish museum/site of historical Jewish interest

If you can’t physically make it to a museum, consider a virtual tour like to one offered by the Los Angeles Museum of the Holocaust.

Check out your local Jewish publication

Visit JLife and find out what’s going on in our OC Jewish community.

Get involved with your local Jewish community

Find an event near you on our Jewish community calendar.

Support your favorite Jewish Organization

Make a donation or schedule a recurring gift to Jewish Federation of Orange County or a Jewish nonprofit organization that is special to you.