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SUMMARY:Tikkun Middot through the Senses
DESCRIPTION:Tikkun Middot through the Senses will explore the power of creativity as a tool for our own personal renewal and spiritual connection. Using writing\, image making\, music\, movement and prayer\, we will explore how the obstacles and opportunities present in each moment of our lives impact our choices and actions. No prior experience is necessary – just a willing heart and an openness to new avenues of expression.  If you’ve thought about embracing your inner muse with a stance of curiosity\, then this va’ad (group) is for you. \nTikkun Middot–meaning measuring or perfecting positive soul traits such as loving connectedness\, humility\, patience\, gratitude\, and silence–is a process of exploring our inner resources with curiosity and balance as its cornerstones. Through short meditation\, study\, exchange of ideas\, and creative exploration\, each session will help guide the va’ad towards an understanding of how we each act and react in the world. \nThis group is open to new seekers or those already rooted in the practice of Tikkun Middot. We will meet once a month for six months beginning in October through March in person at Beth Emet on Sundays\, 1:00 – 3:00 pm in the Weiner Room.  The group will be limited to 12 participants. As you consider joining us – please first take a look at your calendar to make sure of your availability. \nSue Nadel and Jane Weintraub are excited to facilitate this creative journey\, in person only. Questions? Please feel free to contact one of us!  suenadel@comcast.net  jsweintraub@comcast.net \nClick here for guest registration. \nClick here for member registration.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/tikkun-middot-through-the-senses/2026-03-22/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:Conversational Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:Conversational Hebrew meets most Sundays\, 11:00 am–12:00 pm when Beit Sefer meets. This class uses an Ulpan-like immersive setting to teach modern conversational Hebrew. Participants will read news articles\, discuss life and current events\, and other basic conversations in Hebrew. The only prerequisite is basic Hebrew skills. The class meets in the Beit Midrash. \nMembers\, click here to register. \nGuests\, click here to register. \nDorit Flatt is the daughter of Holocaust survivors and grew up in Tel-Aviv\, Israel. After completing her IDF service in the paratrooper unit\, she studied elementary education at Seminar Levinsky in Tel-Aviv. She holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Michigan and taught Hebrew language\, literature\, and religious studies in Michigan for 25 years.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/conversational-hebrew/2026-03-22/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T173000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
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SUMMARY:Inclusion Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Inclusion Committee is meeting Dec 10 4:30-5:30\, at the Beit Midrash and through Zoom. \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-19/2026-03-20/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London
DESCRIPTION:There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah\, we turn to N’viim / Prophets\, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new\, please register below and the meeting will take place in the Wiener room. If you plan to participate online\, you must register to receive a Zoom link\, watch EmetMail for the link. \nThis class meets most Fridays during the program year. During the 5786 year\, the class will take place October 24 to June 12\, and will not take place on the following dates: \n\nNovember 28\nDecember 5\nDecember 26\nJanuary 2\nJanuary 23\nJanuary 30\nFebruary 13\nApril 3\n\nMembers Register Here \nGuests Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/a-close-look-at-prophets-with-rabbi-andrea-london-3-2-3-2/2026-03-20/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T210000
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SUMMARY:Current Politics with David Zarefsky
DESCRIPTION:A congregational favorite\, this continuing lecture series is a discussion about contemporary public issues of interest to Jews as citizens. \nDavid Zarefsky is the Owen L. Coon Professor Emeritus of Communication Studies at Northwestern University\, specializing in argumentation and the analysis and criticism of American political discourse. He is a former president of the National Communication Association\, the Rhetoric Society of America\, and the Central States Communication Association. In 2012 he received the Lifetime Teaching Excellence Award from the National Communication Association. David is a past president of Beth Emet. \nMembers\, register here. \nGuests\, register here. \nBeth Emet uses budgeted funds and fees to support our adult education program. This year\, instead of individual registration fees for specific classes\, our goal is to secure $4\,000 in donations to cover our costs. Please consider an optional donation to the adult education fund when you register to help sustain our commitment to lifelong learning.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/current-politics-with-david-zarefsky-2/2026-03-18/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:Inclusion Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Inclusion Committee is meeting March 16\, 4:30pm – 5:30pm\, in the Beit Midrash and through Zoom. \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-19-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Social Justice
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SUMMARY:Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:If you’d like to participate more meaningfully at services\, this class can help you continue to develop your Hebrew skills. Participants will develop Hebrew reading proficiency while exploring the vocabulary\, structure\, and themes of Shabbat worship services and prayers. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah and is held in Room 202. \nMembers\, click here to register. \nGuests\, click here to register. \nBluma Stoller is a Beth Emet member and a graduate of Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary. She was the North American Director of Academic Affairs for Tel Aviv University and was the recipient of Hillel International’s Exemplar of Excellence Award for her commitment to social justice and tikkun olam. She has held leadership positions in major Jewish organizations\, including Project Otzma and the JCRC of Greater Boston.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/siddur-prayerbook-hebrew-with-bluma-stoller-3-2/2026-03-16/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
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SUMMARY:Conversational Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:Conversational Hebrew meets most Sundays\, 11:00 am–12:00 pm when Beit Sefer meets. This class uses an Ulpan-like immersive setting to teach modern conversational Hebrew. Participants will read news articles\, discuss life and current events\, and other basic conversations in Hebrew. The only prerequisite is basic Hebrew skills. The class meets in the Beit Midrash. \nMembers\, click here to register. \nGuests\, click here to register. \nDorit Flatt is the daughter of Holocaust survivors and grew up in Tel-Aviv\, Israel. After completing her IDF service in the paratrooper unit\, she studied elementary education at Seminar Levinsky in Tel-Aviv. She holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Michigan and taught Hebrew language\, literature\, and religious studies in Michigan for 25 years.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/conversational-hebrew/2026-03-15/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
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SUMMARY:A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London
DESCRIPTION:There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah\, we turn to N’viim / Prophets\, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new\, please register below and the meeting will take place in the Wiener room. If you plan to participate online\, you must register to receive a Zoom link\, watch EmetMail for the link. \nThis class meets most Fridays during the program year. During the 5786 year\, the class will take place October 24 to June 12\, and will not take place on the following dates: \n\nNovember 28\nDecember 5\nDecember 26\nJanuary 2\nJanuary 23\nJanuary 30\nFebruary 13\nApril 3\n\nMembers Register Here \nGuests Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/a-close-look-at-prophets-with-rabbi-andrea-london-3-2-3-2/2026-03-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T203000
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SUMMARY:Social Justice Meeting - OPEN TO ALL
DESCRIPTION:For the third of our quarterly Social Justice Meet Ups\, you are invited to an immigration justice information session on March 11th at 7:00-8:30pm in the Weiner Room and on zoom. We are hosting Becca Lubow\, an organizer with JCUA and leader of JCUA’s  Immigration Justice Committee\, who will provide an update on the current legislative landscape in Illinois including the launch of the 2026 ICIRR Immigration Justice State Platform. Rabbi London will also be speaking\, opening the session with a teaching. Leave with more knowledge and concrete ways to take action in support of immigrant communities in our state! You may join us in person at the synagogue\, or via Zoom. \nMembers Sign Up \nGuests Sign Up
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/social-justice-meeting-open-to-all/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Congregational Programs,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T110000
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SUMMARY:Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:If you’d like to participate more meaningfully at services\, this class can help you continue to develop your Hebrew skills. Participants will develop Hebrew reading proficiency while exploring the vocabulary\, structure\, and themes of Shabbat worship services and prayers. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah and is held in Room 202. \nMembers\, click here to register. \nGuests\, click here to register. \nBluma Stoller is a Beth Emet member and a graduate of Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary. She was the North American Director of Academic Affairs for Tel Aviv University and was the recipient of Hillel International’s Exemplar of Excellence Award for her commitment to social justice and tikkun olam. She has held leadership positions in major Jewish organizations\, including Project Otzma and the JCRC of Greater Boston.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/siddur-prayerbook-hebrew-with-bluma-stoller-3-2/2026-03-09/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20251016T010050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T204045Z
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SUMMARY:Conversational Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:Conversational Hebrew meets most Sundays\, 11:00 am–12:00 pm when Beit Sefer meets. This class uses an Ulpan-like immersive setting to teach modern conversational Hebrew. Participants will read news articles\, discuss life and current events\, and other basic conversations in Hebrew. The only prerequisite is basic Hebrew skills. The class meets in the Beit Midrash. \nMembers\, click here to register. \nGuests\, click here to register. \nDorit Flatt is the daughter of Holocaust survivors and grew up in Tel-Aviv\, Israel. After completing her IDF service in the paratrooper unit\, she studied elementary education at Seminar Levinsky in Tel-Aviv. She holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Michigan and taught Hebrew language\, literature\, and religious studies in Michigan for 25 years.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/conversational-hebrew/2026-03-08/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20251015T182912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173818Z
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SUMMARY:A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London
DESCRIPTION:There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah\, we turn to N’viim / Prophets\, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new\, please register below and the meeting will take place in the Wiener room. If you plan to participate online\, you must register to receive a Zoom link\, watch EmetMail for the link. \nThis class meets most Fridays during the program year. During the 5786 year\, the class will take place October 24 to June 12\, and will not take place on the following dates: \n\nNovember 28\nDecember 5\nDecember 26\nJanuary 2\nJanuary 23\nJanuary 30\nFebruary 13\nApril 3\n\nMembers Register Here \nGuests Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/a-close-look-at-prophets-with-rabbi-andrea-london-3-2-3-2/2026-03-06/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T204302Z
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SUMMARY:Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:If you’d like to participate more meaningfully at services\, this class can help you continue to develop your Hebrew skills. Participants will develop Hebrew reading proficiency while exploring the vocabulary\, structure\, and themes of Shabbat worship services and prayers. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah and is held in Room 202. \nMembers\, click here to register. \nGuests\, click here to register. \nBluma Stoller is a Beth Emet member and a graduate of Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary. She was the North American Director of Academic Affairs for Tel Aviv University and was the recipient of Hillel International’s Exemplar of Excellence Award for her commitment to social justice and tikkun olam. She has held leadership positions in major Jewish organizations\, including Project Otzma and the JCRC of Greater Boston.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/siddur-prayerbook-hebrew-with-bluma-stoller-3-2/2026-03-02/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20251016T010050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T204045Z
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SUMMARY:Conversational Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:Conversational Hebrew meets most Sundays\, 11:00 am–12:00 pm when Beit Sefer meets. This class uses an Ulpan-like immersive setting to teach modern conversational Hebrew. Participants will read news articles\, discuss life and current events\, and other basic conversations in Hebrew. The only prerequisite is basic Hebrew skills. The class meets in the Beit Midrash. \nMembers\, click here to register. \nGuests\, click here to register. \nDorit Flatt is the daughter of Holocaust survivors and grew up in Tel-Aviv\, Israel. After completing her IDF service in the paratrooper unit\, she studied elementary education at Seminar Levinsky in Tel-Aviv. She holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Michigan and taught Hebrew language\, literature\, and religious studies in Michigan for 25 years.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/conversational-hebrew/2026-03-01/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173818Z
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SUMMARY:A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London
DESCRIPTION:There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah\, we turn to N’viim / Prophets\, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new\, please register below and the meeting will take place in the Wiener room. If you plan to participate online\, you must register to receive a Zoom link\, watch EmetMail for the link. \nThis class meets most Fridays during the program year. During the 5786 year\, the class will take place October 24 to June 12\, and will not take place on the following dates: \n\nNovember 28\nDecember 5\nDecember 26\nJanuary 2\nJanuary 23\nJanuary 30\nFebruary 13\nApril 3\n\nMembers Register Here \nGuests Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/a-close-look-at-prophets-with-rabbi-andrea-london-3-2-3-2/2026-02-27/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20260105T203954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T180807Z
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SUMMARY:Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza: Reckoning with Peter Beinart's 2025 Book (3 part series: February 11\, 18\, 25)
DESCRIPTION:Beinart’s book presents the October 7 attacks and the ensuing war as a profound turning point in modern Jewish history. In this three‑session course\, Beth Emet members Hannah Graham and Danny London will use Beinart’s text as a springboard for exploring how traditional narratives have shaped Jewish identity and how contemporary Jewish perspectives—particularly views on Israel—are shifting in response to the events of the war. Together\, we will examine the tensions\, questions\, and emerging frameworks that are redefining Jewish self‑understanding in this moment of upheaval. This is a 3-part series: February 11\, 18\, 25. In-person only. \nMembers register here \nNon-members register here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/reckoning-with-beinart-book/2026-02-25/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20251016T010641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T204302Z
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SUMMARY:Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:If you’d like to participate more meaningfully at services\, this class can help you continue to develop your Hebrew skills. Participants will develop Hebrew reading proficiency while exploring the vocabulary\, structure\, and themes of Shabbat worship services and prayers. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah and is held in Room 202. \nMembers\, click here to register. \nGuests\, click here to register. \nBluma Stoller is a Beth Emet member and a graduate of Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary. She was the North American Director of Academic Affairs for Tel Aviv University and was the recipient of Hillel International’s Exemplar of Excellence Award for her commitment to social justice and tikkun olam. She has held leadership positions in major Jewish organizations\, including Project Otzma and the JCRC of Greater Boston.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/siddur-prayerbook-hebrew-with-bluma-stoller-3-2/2026-02-23/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
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SUMMARY:Conversational Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:Conversational Hebrew meets most Sundays\, 11:00 am–12:00 pm when Beit Sefer meets. This class uses an Ulpan-like immersive setting to teach modern conversational Hebrew. Participants will read news articles\, discuss life and current events\, and other basic conversations in Hebrew. The only prerequisite is basic Hebrew skills. The class meets in the Beit Midrash. \nMembers\, click here to register. \nGuests\, click here to register. \nDorit Flatt is the daughter of Holocaust survivors and grew up in Tel-Aviv\, Israel. After completing her IDF service in the paratrooper unit\, she studied elementary education at Seminar Levinsky in Tel-Aviv. She holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Michigan and taught Hebrew language\, literature\, and religious studies in Michigan for 25 years.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/conversational-hebrew/2026-02-22/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T113000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20260126T231757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T231944Z
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SUMMARY:Author visit in honor of Jewish disability & inclusion month
DESCRIPTION:K–3rd grade learners will participate in a special author visit and read-aloud of I Get Around in My Own Special Way\, a story that gently introduces themes of disability\, difference\, and inclusion through a child-centered lens. The program\, put together by Beth Emet’s Inclusion Committee\, invites learners to notice\, ask questions\, and celebrate the many ways people move through the world. \nParents\, grandparents\, and caregivers are encouraged to stay after the read-aloud for casual conversation about how to talk with children about disabilities. This time will offer space to normalize differences\, model respectful interactions\, and support empathy\, kindness\, and inclusion—both at school and at home. \nDonna Goldman is a retired early childhood educator with 28 years of experience working with children. Now happily retired\, she enjoys time with her family\, including her five grandchildren\, and continues to share her perspective from navigating the world in her power chair. Her work reflects a deep commitment to helping children and adults build understanding\, compassion\, and connection. She gets around in her power chair and in her van with license plate GTBKUP2\, which is what her parents taught her to do when life gets challenging!
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/author-visit-in-honor-of-jewish-disability-inclusion-month/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Beit Sefer,Young Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20251015T182912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173818Z
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SUMMARY:A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London
DESCRIPTION:There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah\, we turn to N’viim / Prophets\, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new\, please register below and the meeting will take place in the Wiener room. If you plan to participate online\, you must register to receive a Zoom link\, watch EmetMail for the link. \nThis class meets most Fridays during the program year. During the 5786 year\, the class will take place October 24 to June 12\, and will not take place on the following dates: \n\nNovember 28\nDecember 5\nDecember 26\nJanuary 2\nJanuary 23\nJanuary 30\nFebruary 13\nApril 3\n\nMembers Register Here \nGuests Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/a-close-look-at-prophets-with-rabbi-andrea-london-3-2-3-2/2026-02-20/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20260107T154517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T203925Z
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SUMMARY:Israeli Advances in Cancer Research and Treatment
DESCRIPTION:Israel Committee guest speaker \nThe Israel Committee presents a program to discuss outstanding research by Israeli oncologists and scientists has led to groundbreaking advances for the prevention\, diagnoses\, treatment of cancer\, including enhanced understanding of our genes\, new drugs\, novel bone marrow transplants and more. \nThe Israel Cancer Research Fund (ICRF) has provided more than $100\,000\,000 for these medical advances. Our speaker is Dr. David Hakimian\, an oncologist\, hematologist\, President of Illinois Cancer Specialists\, and a member of the Chicago ICRF Board. \nMembers register here \nNon-members register here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/israeli-advances-in-cancer-research-and-treatment/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20260105T203954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T180807Z
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SUMMARY:Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza: Reckoning with Peter Beinart's 2025 Book (3 part series: February 11\, 18\, 25)
DESCRIPTION:Beinart’s book presents the October 7 attacks and the ensuing war as a profound turning point in modern Jewish history. In this three‑session course\, Beth Emet members Hannah Graham and Danny London will use Beinart’s text as a springboard for exploring how traditional narratives have shaped Jewish identity and how contemporary Jewish perspectives—particularly views on Israel—are shifting in response to the events of the war. Together\, we will examine the tensions\, questions\, and emerging frameworks that are redefining Jewish self‑understanding in this moment of upheaval. This is a 3-part series: February 11\, 18\, 25. In-person only. \nMembers register here \nNon-members register here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/reckoning-with-beinart-book/2026-02-18/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T173000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20251202T000813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T212029Z
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SUMMARY:Inclusion Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Inclusion Committee is meeting Dec 10 4:30-5:30\, at the Beit Midrash and through Zoom. \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/inclusion-committee-meeting-19/2026-02-18/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20251016T010641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T204302Z
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SUMMARY:Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:If you’d like to participate more meaningfully at services\, this class can help you continue to develop your Hebrew skills. Participants will develop Hebrew reading proficiency while exploring the vocabulary\, structure\, and themes of Shabbat worship services and prayers. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah and is held in Room 202. \nMembers\, click here to register. \nGuests\, click here to register. \nBluma Stoller is a Beth Emet member and a graduate of Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary. She was the North American Director of Academic Affairs for Tel Aviv University and was the recipient of Hillel International’s Exemplar of Excellence Award for her commitment to social justice and tikkun olam. She has held leadership positions in major Jewish organizations\, including Project Otzma and the JCRC of Greater Boston.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/siddur-prayerbook-hebrew-with-bluma-stoller-3-2/2026-02-16/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20260105T203954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T180807Z
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SUMMARY:Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza: Reckoning with Peter Beinart's 2025 Book (3 part series: February 11\, 18\, 25)
DESCRIPTION:Beinart’s book presents the October 7 attacks and the ensuing war as a profound turning point in modern Jewish history. In this three‑session course\, Beth Emet members Hannah Graham and Danny London will use Beinart’s text as a springboard for exploring how traditional narratives have shaped Jewish identity and how contemporary Jewish perspectives—particularly views on Israel—are shifting in response to the events of the war. Together\, we will examine the tensions\, questions\, and emerging frameworks that are redefining Jewish self‑understanding in this moment of upheaval. This is a 3-part series: February 11\, 18\, 25. In-person only. \nMembers register here \nNon-members register here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/reckoning-with-beinart-book/2026-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20251121T192626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T153745Z
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SUMMARY:The Ethiopian Jewish Experience
DESCRIPTION:Beza Abebe will share Ethiopian Jewish history\, including lifestyle and Jewish practices in Ethiopia; the experience of aliyah to Israel; the Sigd holiday —its history and practice today — and her personal journey. A question and answer session will follow. \nBeza Abebe is a human rights advocate\, research fellow\, and speaker at Be’chol Lashon\, where she advances Jewish diversity. Originally from Yabello\, Ethiopia\, she made aliyah to Israel in 2014 and has worked in legal and philanthropic roles supporting the Ethiopian-Israeli community. She holds a doctorate in International Law from Golden Gate University and degrees from IDC Herzliya\, Tel Aviv University\, and Hawassa University. A former Ralph Goldman Fellow (JDC-The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee-2023)\, Beza brings over a decade of global experience amplifying underrepresented voices. \n\nMembers register here\n\nGuests register here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/the-ethiopian-jewish-experience/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20251016T010641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T204302Z
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SUMMARY:Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:If you’d like to participate more meaningfully at services\, this class can help you continue to develop your Hebrew skills. Participants will develop Hebrew reading proficiency while exploring the vocabulary\, structure\, and themes of Shabbat worship services and prayers. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah and is held in Room 202. \nMembers\, click here to register. \nGuests\, click here to register. \nBluma Stoller is a Beth Emet member and a graduate of Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary. She was the North American Director of Academic Affairs for Tel Aviv University and was the recipient of Hillel International’s Exemplar of Excellence Award for her commitment to social justice and tikkun olam. She has held leadership positions in major Jewish organizations\, including Project Otzma and the JCRC of Greater Boston.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/siddur-prayerbook-hebrew-with-bluma-stoller-3-2/2026-02-09/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20251015T181803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T204225Z
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SUMMARY:Tikkun Middot through the Senses
DESCRIPTION:Tikkun Middot through the Senses will explore the power of creativity as a tool for our own personal renewal and spiritual connection. Using writing\, image making\, music\, movement and prayer\, we will explore how the obstacles and opportunities present in each moment of our lives impact our choices and actions. No prior experience is necessary – just a willing heart and an openness to new avenues of expression.  If you’ve thought about embracing your inner muse with a stance of curiosity\, then this va’ad (group) is for you. \nTikkun Middot–meaning measuring or perfecting positive soul traits such as loving connectedness\, humility\, patience\, gratitude\, and silence–is a process of exploring our inner resources with curiosity and balance as its cornerstones. Through short meditation\, study\, exchange of ideas\, and creative exploration\, each session will help guide the va’ad towards an understanding of how we each act and react in the world. \nThis group is open to new seekers or those already rooted in the practice of Tikkun Middot. We will meet once a month for six months beginning in October through March in person at Beth Emet on Sundays\, 1:00 – 3:00 pm in the Weiner Room.  The group will be limited to 12 participants. As you consider joining us – please first take a look at your calendar to make sure of your availability. \nSue Nadel and Jane Weintraub are excited to facilitate this creative journey\, in person only. Questions? Please feel free to contact one of us!  suenadel@comcast.net  jsweintraub@comcast.net \nClick here for guest registration. \nClick here for member registration.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/tikkun-middot-through-the-senses/2026-02-08/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T224201
CREATED:20251016T010050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T204045Z
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SUMMARY:Conversational Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:Conversational Hebrew meets most Sundays\, 11:00 am–12:00 pm when Beit Sefer meets. This class uses an Ulpan-like immersive setting to teach modern conversational Hebrew. Participants will read news articles\, discuss life and current events\, and other basic conversations in Hebrew. The only prerequisite is basic Hebrew skills. The class meets in the Beit Midrash. \nMembers\, click here to register. \nGuests\, click here to register. \nDorit Flatt is the daughter of Holocaust survivors and grew up in Tel-Aviv\, Israel. After completing her IDF service in the paratrooper unit\, she studied elementary education at Seminar Levinsky in Tel-Aviv. She holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Michigan and taught Hebrew language\, literature\, and religious studies in Michigan for 25 years.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/conversational-hebrew/2026-02-08/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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