Upcoming events
Spring Fundraiser
We’re excited to invite you to our annual
Spring Fundraiser, celebrating
45 years of The Santa Monica Synagogue and looking toward the future of our community.
Join us on Saturday, May 16 (5–9 PM) for an evening of connection, celebration, and support for our synagogue. The night will include a Champagne Circle reception, silent auction, and dinner as we come together to honor the families who helped build SMS and continue to shape our community today.
Your participation helps sustain the programs, services, and community life that make SMS such a special place.
You can participate in several ways:
Place an ad in our Tribute Book
Donate an item to our Silent Auction
We hope to celebrate with you!
Warmly,
The Santa Monica Synagogue
Passover Seder
Passover Seder at The Santa Monica Synagogue
Saturday, April 4 • 4:30 PM
Join us for a warm and meaningful Passover Seder as we gather together to celebrate the 4th night of Passover.
This is more than a dinner — it’s an evening of tradition, connection, and community. Whether you’ve attended many Seders or this is your first, you are truly welcome here.
We will begin promptly at 4:30 PM with a guided Seder, followed by a delicious, traditional Passover meal. Our dinner will include favorites like roast chicken, potatoes, peas, matzo ball soup, and more.
✨ A few things to know:
Full Seder + dinner + community experience
Welcoming, relaxed atmosphere — come as you are
Friends and family are encouraged
Easy parking available
We are especially happy to welcome our friends from the UU Church to celebrate with us.
Cost: $40 per person
Spots are limited, and we’d love for you to be part of this special evening.
👉 Reserve your seat today
📍 1260 18th St, Santa Monica
Friday Night Services
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
God, What Do You Believe?
The SMS Community Discusses:
What It’s Like To Be a Jew Today
February 26th
Wednesday, 7 pm - 8:30 pm
discussion led by Rabbi Shira
The SMS Community Discusses:
God, What Do You Believe?
March 26th
Wednesday, 7 pm - 8:30pm
discussion led by Rabbi Shira
The SMS Community Discusses:
Living with Mortality
April 30th
Wednesday, 7 pm - 8:30 pm
Discussion led by congregant and clinical psychologist, Dr. Don Schultz.
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Passover Seder Shabbat Dinner
Passover Seder Shabbat Dinner
April 18th 6PM
Enjoy the last night of Passover and Shabbat services with the whole SMS community.
The Hebrew III class will be presenting the Song of Songs, which is traditionally read on the Shabbat of Passover.
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Speaker Series 2025
The SMS Community Discusses:
God, What Do You Believe?
March 26th
Wednesday, 7 pm - 8:30pm
discussion led by Rabbi Shira
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
shabbat Purim dinner
shabbat Purim dinner, megillah reading & Shpiel
March 14th at 6 PM at The SMS Join us for dinner, drinks, and original Purim-inspired lyrics to beloved songs by Rabbi Shira!
Cost per person $40
6 PM: Dinner 7 PM: Shabbat Services 8 PM: Megillah Reading & Shpeil
Please bring your preferred alcoholic beverage to drink and to share. We engage in responsible merrymaking at The SMS.
Services will be streamed on Zoom
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Speaker Series 2025
The SMS Community Discusses:
What It’s Like To Be a Jew Today
February 26th
Wednesday, 7 pm - 8:30 pm
discussion led by Rabbi Shira
The SMS Community Discusses:
God, What Do You Believe?
March 26th
Wednesday, 7 pm - 8:30pm
discussion led by Rabbi Shira
The SMS Community Discusses:
Living with Mortality
April 30th
Wednesday, 7 pm - 8:30 pm
Discussion led by congregant and clinical psychologist, Dr. Don Schultz.
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Game Night
Game Night 2025, Friday, Feb. 7th, 7-10pm, AFTER Shabbat services in Forbes Hall (at the SMS)
Join with other SMS congregants and friends for a fun evening of games, and socializing. We will have our annual Super Bowl pool and lots of great raffle prizes, too!
$25 per person (includes dinner)
Admission $10 per person (without dinner)
Payment will be collected at the event.
Canter’s dinner must be ordered in advance: Pastrami, Turkey, Corned Beef, and Tuna sandwiches
Cole slaw, Macaroni Salad, Potato Salad, and Green Salad.
RSVP by Feb 5th
Bring a friend, your favorite games, and a nosh to share. Walk-ins welcome, but dinner must be pre-ordered.
Questions, contact Ron at membership@thesms.org
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue
Shabbat Dinner
Shabbat Services 6 pm
Shabbat Dinner 7 pm
See back here to RSVP for dinner.
Shabbat
Join Rabbi Shira and the congregation every Friday at 6pm for services.
If you can’t come in person please join us online when we go live on Facebook :
https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthesantamonicasynagogue