WELCOME TO OUR  YLD CLUSTERS

 

Are you looking to meet new people who like to do what you like to do? Or perhaps you are looking to
venture off in a new direction with a new hobby?

These are just a couple of the reasons that the Young Leadership Division has developed YLD Clusters. A Cluster is a group of 10 to 30 individuals, led by a volunteer cluster coordinator that gives people the opportunity to meet others with similar interests in a welcoming environment.

Think there is no one else who likes what you like? Chances are someone does and here is a way you can find those people. Through clusters you can make friends or have an excuse to gather and help build an OC community that fits you! Clusters are theme-based by hobby, location, profession, etc.

Be a Cluster Leader!
If you don’t see a cluster that tickles your fancy…Start your own! We will help you get started -- all you need is an email address and a desire to meet others like yourself. If you are interested in becoming a Cluster Leader or if you want to start your own cluster,
contact the Young Leadership Division at YLD@jfoc.org. 

If you are between the ages of 21-35 and want to socialize and make a difference in our community then JewGlue is where you want to be! Get involved and meet other young Jewish professionals in The OC. Click here to sign-up TODAY and recieve email updates about programs specifically for JewGlue Members. Click here to visit the JewGlue page. (There is no fee to join.) 

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Are you looking to experience your Jewish community in a new way? Try the Nefesh Minyan, a new community minyan for OC's young adults. Join Nefesh Minyan to explore all that Shabbat and community have to offer. There's always music, learning, great food and good company. For upcoming dates more information click here or email NefeshMinyan@gmail.com.

Social Action Cluster

Help make a difference in people's lives through the mitzvah of Tikkun Olam, or volunteering your time. Its fun, it's easy and makes a profound impact on the world!  Join YLD and JewGlue members by going out into our local community to give of our time at local soup kitchens, food banks, and more. Click here to check out upcoming events! Chair: Michael Gerstner. Email YLD@jfoc.org for information.

 

Young Family Cluster
Are you interested in participating in programs designed especially for young families? Would you like to meet others with children in the Jewish community? Do you have a great idea for family activities? If so, join the Young Families Cluster. Email YLD@jfoc.org to join. Check out the YFC page here.
Chairs: Carla & Marla Katz

Wine Cluster
If you love wine or just want to learn more about wine, join this vibrant group at wine bars, wine tastings, house parties and local wineries. Chair, Marc Sobel. Click here to see upcoming events!

Gourmet Cluster
Are you a foodie? Do you enjoy cooking new dishes? Well, join the Gourmet cluster. We meet at a private home and the host chooses the theme (i.e. chef, country, cuisine etc.) and guests bring drinks, apps, dessert, or sides, based on the theme. It will be a delicious time to meet new people. Email gourmet@gmail.com for more information. Chair: Stacey Gitten

Hiking Cluster
Love to hike? Explore the beautiful Orange County terrain with other hikers. For beginners to experienced hiker. RSVP to Mahon.Jessica@gmail.com.

 

 

Photography Cluster  
Interested in photography? Have a camera and want to improve your skills? Join us for the photo cluster as we travel around the OC's beautiful scenery and take photos. Questions? Email StefanGitten@gmail.com.

Guilt & Pleasure Salons
YLD's Guilt & Pleasure salons were created to provide an open forum to discuss political, social and religious issues of concern to young Jews today. Guilt & Pleasure salons are informal discussions designed to make "Jews talk more." Questions? Email arbivnelli@yahoo.com.

Torah n Tonics
Torah n Tonics and unlikely combination? We don't think so! Join this YLD Cluster that meets at swank bars in Orange County with young, hip rabbis to delve into Torah texts. You never knew that Torah study could be like this! If you are interested in becoming the cluster chair, email YLD@jfoc.org.