Moishe House San Francisco is located on Fell near Divisadero - blocks from the panhandle, Alamo Square and Hayes Valley, Haight Ashbury and Buena Vista Park. We've got a regular poker night, Shabbat dinners, movie nights, sponsor a softball team and are cooking all kinds of foods from different countries. Our goal is for Moishe House to become the place for San Francisco Jews and Jew-lovers in their 20's to be. We welcome your participation whether it be as "that person who came to shabbat once" or as "that person who started the ridiculously cool project in our house." Email us at moishehousesf@gmail.com and in the mean time we'll leave the mezuzah up for ya.
At the thirty second and a half semi-monthly Moishe House poker night Tony walked away with the pot.
Books? Learn to read with MHSF Book Club. Last month we had a very nice pot luck dinner and discussion about The Red Tent.
This pot luck "alphabet" dinner was one of our best yet. Thanks for bringing all the goods y'all! Stay tuned for the next one.
Thanks to the Forest Foundations new partnership with Center for Leadership Initiatives Moishe House can continue as a legitimate operation. This was a great opportunity for members of the Eastbay and San Francisco Houses and com…
We got an unusually warm and sunny day out in SF - perfect for softball in January. Turns out there's this organization called the National Football League and they didn't consult us before scheduling their playoff games - so tur…
Moishe resident Aaron Gilbert cued us into this rare opportunity to see his cousin's band from Chicago - The Changes - come to San Fran. Aaron had prepped us months in advance so we were the only ones singing along at the concert…
With softball season just around the corner - some of the die hards got together to make some big decisions for this coming year. With such a high demand for spots on the team we've decided to split into 2 teams and a bunch of th…
This is like our 250th game. We probably should have had some sort of celebration...
We finally got a crowd small enough to fit everyone at the table. And then more people started showing up... This was one of the more eclectic groups we've gotten and also one of the sweetest dinners. Thanks to all who helped p…
Maia's cousin Mattie is staying with us for a month and we honored her presence with a nice dinner - just the 5 of us. We played a few silly games at the table (which involved accusing each other of various devious acts) and gene…
The first ever Moishe House Women's Retreat was a smashing success. We expect more from these great women.
Demand for softball is so big after our notoriously successful season last fall that we have to split into two teams. 27 folks showed up to express their preferences for teams and after an hour of yelling, scratching, biting and …
David Craig is so hot right now! The four of us spend some QT stuffing our faces and gawking at the new 007's physique. This movie has some of the best action sequences we have seen in a long time.
Poker is a fan favorite. Yeah, I said it.
Maia Ipp when asked to comment on F is for Fusion was rendered speechless. Quite an compliment for this event for such a wordy lady. If F could be this good get ready for G.
After the bellies were overfull with chili and pie and the laughter had settled only one thing could be said, "Let's do this again, but next time with the Ipps." This dinner was a great opportunity for all of the Moishe House res…
Two times in one month. In the end Dave and Aaron split the winnings for one of the biggest poker nights to date.
Maia's Australian cousin Matti spent a month in San Francisco doing a rotation for Medical school. From cooking to card playing we had a blast with her all month and decided it would only be right to send her off in style. We mi…
The biggest turn out to date for Marjane Satrapi's graphic novel - Persepolis - the story of growing up amidst the Iranian cultural revolution.
Kickin' off Moishe's Purimpalooza worldwide (over 40 internationally) jew surf rock band Meshugga Beach Party and DJ's Teeko and Max Kane of 4oneFunk heated up the party while a clown and cartoonist maintained the carnaval atmosph…
Many teammates met for the first time during this Sunday afternoon practice in the beautiful Marina. Players of all ages came out to take grounders, get in a few swings, and enjoy some nice spring weather. Five weeks and counting …
The poker sharks were out in full affect as the Hui-Sprague clan double-teamed the Moishe House poker night. I won't say who pulled the weight in that one-two punch, but one look at the pictures might give it away.
As teams were being announced for March Madness one committed group of individuals was laying the groundwork for a post-season run of their own. Players from both the Yamakazees and Manshewitz Revenge came out to play on a day hot…
A day mixed with joy (BBQ and Softball) and sadness (the send-off for a dear friend). We wished Sam well in his move to San Diego, and commemorated his contribution and valuable presence by organizing one last game before his depa…
This was the kind of event that organizers dream of - 1 email sent out and 20 people show up. Turned out to be a huge demand for the stylings of San Francisco's own Mia Gutfreund. A 2.5 hour workshop with lots of opportunities f…
We had a small group over for a delightful shabbat - including Moishe House All-Star staff member Levi Felix, his good buddy from London - Yakov - and everyone's favorite Moishe community member - Sam Segal in his final event befo…
OK - so the tourney started a while ago and so did our pool - but it didn't occur to us until recently to take a picture of our computer. With 20 players involved and all but a few still vying for top spots going into the Final F…
Just a few weeks away from season competition - we practiced some baserunning, had a nice little scrimmage that ended in a tie and then grilled up some dogs! Play Ball!
Everyone's favorite event according to those that live in Moishe House SF. We went out for Japanese - FUN!!!
Mitch Braff of the Jewish Partisans Education Foundation came and swept the Book Club off their feet with his passionate story of how he's come to dedicate his life to making sure people know about this gem of Jewish history. Mit…
Poker Fun continues - this time Isaac gets to take over the evening which means that the game is dedicated in honor of his grandfather - Jerry Jacob Zones - a poker shark in his own day. Newcomer Jamie takes 3rd place while Darre…
Some of our pool's top leaders were on hand to watch this less-than exhilirating display of basketball.
With only 1 day left until the start of Pesach and for some, more importantly, the NCAA finals - we got a good group outside to play some healthy softball on a beautiful day.
Community Die-Hard Seth Mazow returned to lead another exciting Passover Seder. With close to 30 people trying to cram around a long table in a smallish dining room we had more than enough on hand to remember our days as slaves, …
What better way to break passover than with pizza and beer? Levi, Dave and Maia couldn't think of one...
Some filed taxes this day - we played softball pick-up style - some of us did both!!
Moishe SF's Yamakazes started off the spring 2007 season with a bang - unfortunately not a winning bang. The teams efforts turned up a bit short losing to "Tastes Like Burning" 8-6. With quite the rowdy crowd on hand the game wa…
For the 2nd straight year Moishe House teamed up with SF synagogue Adath Israel and other orgs to bring together a large group of young adults and holocaust survivors in order to talk candidly and recognize Yom Hashoa.
Another exciting poker night sees host Dave P outlast the competition and go home victorious. 2nd place went to old skook player Anthony Hopkins and resident Isaac Zones wrapped up 3rd with a big comeback and a quick yet painful …
After dropping the opening day game the week before - we came back with a vengeance and let Hair of the Dog know what we Jews are made of. In a game that can best be characterized as "We scored a lot and they didn't score that mu…
The matchup we had all been waiting for - Yamakazes vs Moishe East Bay sponsored "Manischevit'z Revenge" - our matching golf attire and their Business Casual uniforms made the game quite festive. Competition-wise the game was not…
Isaac led songs around this awesome new artistic firepit at Ocean Beach in an event partnered with the JCC. Though you can't see him or any of our fantastic friends who attended the event, isn't this firepit stellar?
In this game against the Dugout Dashers, the Yamakazes kicked dugout ass!
The 514th ALL IN MOFOS POKER GAME was a success as usual for the goodlookers who always roll big-pot style.
At BOOTIE SF, a montly mash-up party, MOHO MOFOS got down with our bad selves. This was a night that spawns legends.
BAY 2 BREAKERS baby! Check out the progression of pics from the bad to the worse... We rocked it at Fell Street at what we're sure is going to be the first of an annual B2B celebration on our stoop.
YAMAz kicked T-Mobile ass in a way only a non-profit could do.
A fantastic dinner to support a community networking effort by local bikers, youth workers, and bike enthusiasts to create a bike camping program.
Massage workshop: FEET!!!
Us time - 8:30 am, our house, bring your bagel. Dave is hiding behind Isaac and Aaron in that second shot, we swear.
This whole evening was absolutely incredible. The pictures pretty much speak for themselves.
A few of the managers from our 2 house sponsored softball teams got together at Magnolia pub on Haight St to reflect on the season, what it's been like to be a manager and generally bond and celebrate our accomplishments. We miss…
It was a pitchers duel when the Yamakazees edged by Tastes Like Burning to earn the right for a piece of second place in regular season play. Late inning heroics by Devon and Andrea and a final play by Kathy sealed the 5 to 4 vic…
A rare $1,000,000 purse was up for grabs at this poker night. Sorry you missed it. Come next week for the usual poker, beer, pizza, and all around good times. Look out though. I hear Dave rigs the game.
The season is over and the Yamakazees went out with a bang. Stellar plays in the field all around and some key hits were not enough to surpass arch nemesis Tastes Like Burning. See you next season. Here are some pictures from t…
Jon Steinmetz, substitute Moishe House resident, hosted his first event and it was good. Good? Nay. It was amazing! People were laughing, crying, and looked very puzzled. Here is to you Jon!
We climbed at Mission Cliffs. It was fun. You should come join us if we do it again.
A Thousand Splendid Suns left all of us with a thousand tears. Four out of five of us liked the book and five out of five of us loved the potluck dinner.
Maia, Dave and Aaron enjoy a lovely breakfast and some QT in the Castro. Maia recommends the gluteus special.
We invited the upstairs neighbors over for dessert and discussion about the best usage of our super awesome back deck and yard.
The leadership team of Moishe House's women's group got together for a picnic in the park to say farewell to our darling Sharon as she moved to Israel...
Moishe House brought the party to the SF Jewish Film Festival's pre-party screening and dance-a-thong. Check out the last shot of Dave, post-screening, at the Market Street Safeway, where the employees REALLY, REALLY got all out f…
With a couple Mo-House ringers thrown into the mix, we ate, we schmoozed, we talked Jewish community.
Griz (see if you can spot him in the pics) instructed us on the art and philosophy hidden in the beer-making process. We will never be the same.
Simultaneously watching Dodgers/Giants and raking in massive pots is a tall task for anyone, but these pokerholics were gamely up to the task.
We fought and wrestled and ended up splitting over 30 players across 2 teams. This season is going to be awesome!!
20 showed up for our first day out there since last spring. Looks like an exciting season to come!
Bay Area Bikes and Youth met for the second time at Moishe House SF. BABY aims to help create a bike touring gear and resourse library which can be used by youth bike programs in SF and the East Bay.
Co-sponsored with the JCC, SF Hillel and Temple Emanuel - Dave Persyko described it as "the 2 most engaging hours of my life." Isaac and Vivian - an interfaith couple, sadly broke up amid the closing remarks of the evening.
Lets talk about the future of Moishe House, then talk to some cooky/generous Evangelicals (gave Isaac $50 for his trip). Isaac is off to enjoy Israel and his new marriage.
It was a beautiful day at the ballpark. Unfortunately, Barry hit the BIG ONE the night before on Italian Heritage Night, but what the hell we can all enjoy a ball game anyhow. He did however it a towering shot in the first for h…
A MHSF first! The Golden Gate Park Disc Golf course was ours for one glorious Sunday afternoon. A regular Sunday leisure sports event is in the making. Stay tuned.
An incredible night of stand up comedy at SF's Punchline - www.ironcomic.net - unfortunately picture taking was not allowed.
We welcomed Maia home from her big European adventure and into her 25th year. We ate an obscene amount of cream cheese frosting.
We packed in a large and lively group for our end of the summer shabbat celebration. The festivities lasted deep into the night, with plenty of tasty treats prepared by our wonderful guests.
Pizza and Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure, need we really say anymore about this amazing R&R, "Us Time", with Maia, Dave, Rebecca, and Aaron. This we also a farewell for our summer Moishe House pinch-hitter, Rebecca, who steppe…
The elder Zones' anchored a fun and fabulous poker night. Yet again we had a newbie, Mac, take down first place. The card playing regulars were noticably disheartened, but will be back for more soon.
A smaller turnout than last week but equally as exciting - with lots of batting practice for all. Some awesome newcomers stood out on this sunny sunday afternoon.
The core of the womens' group stayin' strong with some nice QT.
Little Star Pizza and a good 'ol game of RummiCube - what could be better for house bonding?!
Book Club regular, Stacey Pavelsky, organized a great book swap event. Everyone brought a dish and a book and walked a way full and with a new book.
Lots of Tawongans seeing the classics in English and Hebrew!
Jewish New Year has never been so much fun. Incredible...
A nice Sunday afternoon. Awesome!
Wednesday night - under the lights. Awesome!!!
Isaac and Aaron's goodbye. Bittersweet transitions in the world of Jewish nonprofit adventure.
Maia organized an event based around the best kind of assertiveness. It was a resounding success on all fronts.
We kick off an entire season of Jewy sporting. It's a beautiful thing!
Hatchets are burried, tears are shed, beginnings are begun.
Spooky play, complete with mysterious moon in the backround.
It's an all out war! No hold barred in Frisco!
Trust, Judaism, communication, and delicious food. The recipe for Moishe.
Ari and I discuss goals, objectives, and discussion topics (family, career, love-life, friendship) of an upcoming Men's retreat. We also make formal preparations for making the rereat a snow trip. We watch the Warriors together to…
Taking a moment to discuss our first month as roomies
Both Moishe House Softball teams collected victories this week to qualify for next week's playoffs.
The 1stt Shabbat of the holiday season welcome Joie, Ari and there respective groupies.
Planet Earth Movie Night saw 15 people check out caves, pole to pole, and seasonal forests like only HD can bring it.
Welcome to Stitch N Bitch night!!! -Where we are all stitcher and bitchers to some degree! Come enjoy our fun night of yummies and fun fun fun!!! --pictures prove it!
Launching of Joie's Holistic Massage Practice!