MEETINGS 2025

We hold live meetings with an option to view remotely via Zoom. Meetings start at 7 p.m. Congregation Sherith Israel is located at 2266 California Street, at Webster.

Parking: Check the signs. The surrounding streets contain several passenger white zones that are not active after 6 p.m. and can be used for parking in the evenings. 

There is 24-hour parking available a half-block further north on Webster at 2401 Clay, with entry on Clay Street. 

Muni: 1, 2, 22, 24.

Admission is free for members; there is a $10 admission for nonmembers. (More information can be found on the membership tab.)

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 7 P.M., live and on Zoom: 

Joseph Amster and Judi Leff: 
"Legendary San Francisco Animals: The Sequel"

You loved last year’s talk so much the first time, so they’re back for more. Join our dynamic duo board members Joseph Amster and Judi Leff for Legendary Animals of San Francisco: The Sequel. This time, they’re expanding their net to include the Bay Area’s most famous animals, as well as symbolic mascots and others. You’ll hear the stories behind Koko the Gorilla, Ben Butler, Lou Seal, and many more. Joseph’s and Judi’s talks are always fun and informative, so fasten your seatbelts for a wild and roaring good time.

How to watch the presentation online

Zoom streaming is available only for SFHA members. The San Francisco History Association will send out the Zoom link and password to current members on the morning of the meeting day. Check the website membership tab to renew or obtain current membership. Please add info@sanfranciscohistory.org to your email address book, and check your spam or bulk mail folder.