2025/2026 Chai Connect Circle - Form

Chai Connect Circles are a great way to meet people, share interests, and build community. Select the group or groups that interest you, and a leader will reach out with details.

Already part of a Circle? No need to sign up for that one again.
Groups marked with an asterisk (*) are still forming and would love a leader, so let us know below if you’re interested in helping bring the group together.

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Crafting

CraftingUnleash your creativity with crafts, from painting to pottery

Club Shabbos*

This Circle is all about sharing the beauty of Shabbat with other congregants. Members meet monthly before or after services or for Havdalah, in congregants’ homes or at other locations. This is a new group, as the original Club Shabbos has reached capacity.

Contemplative Shabbat Shacharit

Contemplative Shabbat ShacharitThis monthly Saturday one hour circle combines music, chanting, meditation, and Torah study comprising a full Shabbat Shacharit service. No prior experience in meditation is required.

Dram L’Chaim! Whisky Circle

Dram L’Chaim! Whisky Circle This Circle meets to taste, learn about, and enjoy Scotch. Gatherings take place at members’ homes, local whisky bars, or tasting events

Happy Hour Circle*

Happy Hour Circle*Raise a glass and connect! This Circle was created after Clink and Oenophiles both reached capacity. It can be shaped into whatever the group decides, meeting for lively happy hours and tastings with good drinks and great company.

Hiking Buddies

Hiking BuddiesIf you like to hike, this Circle is for you! The leader will organize a monthly group hike at one of the beautiful hiking trails in the Valley. All experience levels are welcome.

Let's Talk about The Israeli – Palestinian Dilemma

Let's Talk about The Israeli – Palestinian DilemmaConnecting with members to discuss Israel and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Movie Lovers*

Movie Lovers*Movie nights, film discussions, and cinema outings

Mussar Circle*

Mussar Circle*Rooted in Jewish wisdom and Mussar teachings, the group can take the form of a book discussion, topic-based conversations, or reflective sharing. It’s up to the group to shape how you grow and learn together.

Monthly Mitzvah/Tikkun Olam

Monthly Mitzvah/Tikkun OlamJoin Fellow Temple Chai members in Tikkun Olam by organizing and participating in monthly mitzvah

Social Seniors*

Social Seniors*Join our Social Seniors group for fun, engaging opportunities to connect and share with others in a similar stage of life.

Walking Circle

Walking CircleJoin fellow walkers for scenic strolls, conversation, and exploration

What’s for dinner?

What’s for dinner?Seek out culinary hidden gems

Writers Anonymous

Writers AnonymousCalling all creative writers! Join other members to learn, share, and explore finding your voice through writing.

Are you willing to be a group leader or rotating leader?

Yes, I will lead a circleYes, I will be a rotating leader of a circleMaybe I'll lead or be a co-lead (Rotating leaders would allow members to take turns leading and/or being responsible for the group activity or hosting)