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SUMMARY:Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller
DESCRIPTION:For learners with no or limited Hebrew language background. This class focuses on mastery of the Hebrew alphabet in order to read and understand Hebrew words and phrases in the prayer book and modern usage. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life\, ritual\, tradition\, and Israel. Member fee $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student minimum for this class) \nContact Marci if you are interested or have questions. \nBLUMA STOLLER is a Beth Emet congregant 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/hebrew-1-with-bluma-stoller-2022-10-16/2022-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221106T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221106T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20221014T171230Z
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SUMMARY:Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller
DESCRIPTION:For learners with no or limited Hebrew language background. This class focuses on mastery of the Hebrew alphabet in order to read and understand Hebrew words and phrases in the prayer book and modern usage. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life\, ritual\, tradition\, and Israel. Member fee $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student minimum for this class) \nContact Marci if you are interested or have questions. \nBLUMA STOLLER is a Beth Emet congregant 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/hebrew-1-with-bluma-stoller-2022-11-06/2022-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220918T033908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T213223Z
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SUMMARY:Current Politics with Dr. David Zarefsky
DESCRIPTION:A continuing lecture-discussion class on contemporary public issues of interest to Jews as citizens. Special attention will be given to the policy and political issues facing the Biden administration. Two additional classes will be offered in the Spring term. Participation in prior sessions not required. \nNo fee for members; non-members fee $10.  \nNon-Member Register Here \nMembers Register Here \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
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/current-politics-with-dr-david-zarefsky/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220918T034812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T193420Z
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SUMMARY:Central Illinois Jewish Communities and Archives with Dr. Liat Alon
DESCRIPTION:In recent years\, there has been growing interest in documenting Jewish life outside of the large coastal urban centers in the United States. In 2021 the University of Illinois\, with the support of Mrs. Sybil Mervis of Danville\, opened a new archive dedicated to the documentation of Jewish life in smaller towns of Central Illinois. In this lecture and open discussion\, we will explore the documents\, life stories\, interviews\, and findings collected so far and plans for the near future. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nDR. LIAT ALON earned her Phd in Near and Middle Eastern Studies from Ben Gurion University. After moving from Israel to the US in 2018\, Liat Alon was a Lecturer at HUC-JIR in Cincinnati and is now an Israel Institute Fellow in the History Department and Program in Jewish Culture and Society at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. In Israel she focused on the disappearing communities of Egyptian Jews. She teaches many courses at U of I\, and guiding students who are working on the Central Illinois Jewish Communities Archives/Mervis Archives at the University of Illinois \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/central-illinois-jewish-communities-and-archives-with-dr-liat-alon/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221111T103500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220829T002747Z
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SUMMARY:A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London
DESCRIPTION:There are many ways to interpret Torah and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. We will continue our learning from last year\, reading and interpreting the text of the Book of Deuteronomy line by line. New learners are always welcome. \nNo Fee for members; non-member fee is $120. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/a-close-look-at-torah-with-rabbi-andrea-london/2022-11-11/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221111T121500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220918T031252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T185800Z
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SUMMARY:The Yellow Brick Road- Journey's End with Rabbi Dr. Joseph S. Ozarowski
DESCRIPTION:We will study the last several chapters in the Book of Numbers\, marking the end of our people’s trek through the desert. We will meet a red cow\, a healing snake\, a talking donkey\, five very wise women\, and encounter a classic case of individual rights versus community needs. \nMember fee $25\, or included in Friday morning package; non-member fee $35 \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nRABBI DR. JOSEPH S. OZAROWSKI is Rabbinic Counselor and Chaplain for JCFS Chicago. He taught at Spertus Institute and Academy for Jewish Religion (LA). He was president of the Chicago Board of Rabbis and is now president of Neshama: Association of Jewish Chaplains (NAJC). Ozarowski has served congregations in Pennsylvania\, California\, Minnesota\, and Long Island. A Board-Certified Chaplain\, he served on the JUF Board and on NorthShore HealthCare System’s Ethics Committee. Rabbi Ozarowski’s first book\, To Walk in God’s Ways\, is considered a standard in Judaism and Pastoral Care.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/the-yellow-brick-road-journeys-end-with-rabbi-dr-joseph-s-ozarowski/2022-11-11/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220918T040137Z
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SUMMARY:Myth\, Reality\, Mythology: The Complexity of Jewish Identity
DESCRIPTION:with Brett Rubin\, Marissa Rubin and Judy (Weiss) Schachter\, colleagues at New Trier High School \nThis 32-poster exhibit was developed to foster curiosity discussion\, and reflection about the complexity of Jewish identity in today’s world. They address questions such as: Is Jewishness a race? What does antisemitism look like today? What is the relationship between Jewish identity\, the origins of the comic book industry\, and modern society? Our time together will include the opportunity to meet the creators\, learn the origin story of the exhibit\, and engage in guided discussion with fellow congregants. The exhibit will be available beginning on November 4. We encourage you to view it before the workshop. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nBRETT RUBIN\, MARISSA RUBIN\, JUDY (WEISS) SCHACHTER have over 50 years of combined experience teaching high school literature and language. Colleagues at New Trier High School\, they are excited to share with you their contribution to the conversation about identity at New Trier. Judy is a Beth Emet congregant\, and Marissa belongs to Temple Beth El in Northbrook.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/myth-reality-mythology-the-complexity-of-jewish-identity/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Congregational Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T114500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20230831T204710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T204710Z
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SUMMARY:Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller
DESCRIPTION:Hebrew 1 is for learners with no or limited Hebrew language background. This class focuses on mastery of the Hebrew alphabet in order to read and understand Hebrew words and phrases in the prayer book and modern usage. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life\, ritual\, tradition\, and Israel. \nThis class will begin remotely\, through Zoom\, and continue in person as conditions permit. \nMember fee $220; non-member fee $270\n(five-student minimum for this class; Scholarships are available) \nNon-Member Register Here \nMember Register Here \nBLUMA STOLLER is a Beth Emet congregant 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 the Boards of Combined Jewish Philanthropies\, the JCRC of Greater Boston\, and Project Otzma.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/hebrew-1-with-bluma-stoller-2/2022-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20221014T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T204425Z
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SUMMARY:Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt
DESCRIPTION:Hebrew 3 is for learners able to sound out and print Hebrew words. This class will explore the grammar and vocabulary of modern Hebrew through a variety of reading\, writing\, and speaking activities. \nMember fee $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student minimum for this class) \nContact Marci if you are interested or have questions.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/hebrew-3-with-dorit-flatt/2022-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T131500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20221014T171230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T065124Z
UID:10008056-1668341700-1668345300@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller
DESCRIPTION:For learners with no or limited Hebrew language background. This class focuses on mastery of the Hebrew alphabet in order to read and understand Hebrew words and phrases in the prayer book and modern usage. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life\, ritual\, tradition\, and Israel. Member fee $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student minimum for this class) \nContact Marci if you are interested or have questions. \nBLUMA STOLLER is a Beth Emet congregant 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/hebrew-1-with-bluma-stoller-2022-10-16/2022-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221116T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221116T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220828T220938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T161735Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Struggle for Equality in Israel with Professor Yifat Bitton
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a conversation with Professor Yifat Bitton\, one of the leading socio-legal feminists in Israel today. Professor Bitton will discuss the civil laws and Israeli Supreme Court cases that have aspired to reduce gender discrimination in Israeli society and offer some reflections on the challenges that lay ahead\, in the wake of the election of a far-right-wing government likely to exert its power over the legal system by weakening protections against gender discrimination to appease the orthodox community. \nThis program is sponsored by the Israel Committee. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nPROFESSOR YIFAT BITON\, a legal academic and social activist for equality\, was shortlisted twice for Israel’s Supreme Court\, making history as the youngest woman and the first woman of Mizrahi descent ever to appear on the list. She is the founder of Tmura – the Israeli Anti-discrimination Center\, which advocates for the rights of women who have suffered abuse – and president of Achva Academic College. She holds a Ph.D. from the Hebrew University and a LLM from Yale University Law School. Professor Bitton is a visiting Adjunct Professor at the University of Chicago this fall. 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/womens-struggle-for-equality-in-israel-with-professor-yifat-bitton/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220829T002546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T194400Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations to Nourish Our Souls with Marci Dickman
DESCRIPTION:Not sure how to connect to the Mystery or the Divine in the world? Perhaps you are seeking an honest conversation about making meaning in life and what really matters. Maybe you know what you do not believe but are still hungry or wanting something more spiritual. We will use the prayerbook\, poetry\, prose\, and ourselves as our texts\, aiming to deepen our connections and discern meaningful paths in our daily lives. Our tools will include mindfulness practices\, journaling\, questioning\, and conversation. \nNo fee \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/conversations-to-nourish-our-souls-with-marci-dickman/2022-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T103500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220829T002747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T203506Z
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SUMMARY:A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London
DESCRIPTION:There are many ways to interpret Torah and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. We will continue our learning from last year\, reading and interpreting the text of the Book of Deuteronomy line by line. New learners are always welcome. \nNo Fee for members; non-member fee is $120. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/a-close-look-at-torah-with-rabbi-andrea-london/2022-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221120T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221120T114500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20230831T204710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T204710Z
UID:10008759-1668939300-1668944700@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller
DESCRIPTION:Hebrew 1 is for learners with no or limited Hebrew language background. This class focuses on mastery of the Hebrew alphabet in order to read and understand Hebrew words and phrases in the prayer book and modern usage. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life\, ritual\, tradition\, and Israel. \nThis class will begin remotely\, through Zoom\, and continue in person as conditions permit. \nMember fee $220; non-member fee $270\n(five-student minimum for this class; Scholarships are available) \nNon-Member Register Here \nMember Register Here \nBLUMA STOLLER is a Beth Emet congregant 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 the Boards of Combined Jewish Philanthropies\, the JCRC of Greater Boston\, and Project Otzma.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/hebrew-1-with-bluma-stoller-2/2022-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221120T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221120T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20221014T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T204425Z
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SUMMARY:Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt
DESCRIPTION:Hebrew 3 is for learners able to sound out and print Hebrew words. This class will explore the grammar and vocabulary of modern Hebrew through a variety of reading\, writing\, and speaking activities. \nMember fee $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student minimum for this class) \nContact Marci if you are interested or have questions.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/hebrew-3-with-dorit-flatt/2022-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221120T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221120T131500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20221014T171230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T065124Z
UID:10008057-1668946500-1668950100@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller
DESCRIPTION:For learners with no or limited Hebrew language background. This class focuses on mastery of the Hebrew alphabet in order to read and understand Hebrew words and phrases in the prayer book and modern usage. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life\, ritual\, tradition\, and Israel. Member fee $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student minimum for this class) \nContact Marci if you are interested or have questions. \nBLUMA STOLLER is a Beth Emet congregant 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/hebrew-1-with-bluma-stoller-2022-10-16/2022-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221127T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221127T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20221014T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T184232Z
UID:10009062-1669548600-1669552200@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:No- Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt
DESCRIPTION:Due to Thanksgiving Break\,  Hebrew 3 will not be meeting today. See you next week!
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/hebrew-3-with-dorit-flatt-2022-11-27/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221127T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221127T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20221014T171230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T184249Z
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SUMMARY:No- Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller
DESCRIPTION:Due to Thanksgiving Break\, Hebrew 1 will not be meeting today. See you next week. \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/hebrew-1-with-bluma-stoller-2022-11-27/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220828T232039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T183507Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting Peace for Israel with Noah Finkelstein\, Midwest Associate Regional Director of J Street
DESCRIPTION:Noah Finkelstein\, J Street’s Associate Regional Director for the Midwest\, will explain how J Street’s pro-Israel\, pro-peace advocacy work\, the results of the elections in the United States and Israel\, and events in Israel and the West Bank\, impact the pursuit of a just and lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians. \nThis program is sponsored by the Israel Committee. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nNOAH FINKELSTEIN is the Midwest Associate Regional Director of J Street. Previously\, Noah was the Senior Coalitions Associate on J Street’s Public Engagement team and held roles on the J Street U team. Before joining J Street\, he worked at Habonim Dror for two years as the National Programs Director. Noah is a graduate of the University of British Columbia. 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/supporting-peace-for-israel-with-noah-finkelstein-midwest-associate-regional-director-of-j-street/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221202T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221202T103500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220829T002747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T175208Z
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SUMMARY:*Cancelled This Week* A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London
DESCRIPTION:This class will not be meeting this week. Shabbat Shalom!
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/a-close-look-at-torah-with-rabbi-andrea-london-2022-12-02/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221202T121500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220918T041052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T183601Z
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SUMMARY:What Story is the Tanakh Telling? with Rabbi Michael Balinsky
DESCRIPTION:It goes without saying that the Bible is filled with stories. Are there also overarching themes and messages emerging from the text that Tanakh is trying to teach us? We will explore two approaces and suggest some unexpected themes. Please bring a Tanakh to class. \nMember fee $25\, or included in Friday morning package; non-member fee $35 \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nRABBI MICHAEL BALINSKY was the Executive Vice-President of the Chicago Board of Rabbis and was Director of the Louis and Saerree Fiedler Hillel Center at Northwestern University for nineteen years. He greatly enjoys teaching adults and helping them engage with classical Jewish sacred texts in an open\, pluralistic setting. He is a graduate of Yeshiva University and the Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/what-story-is-the-tanakh-telling-with-rabbi-michael-balinsky/2022-12-02/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221204T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221204T102000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20221031T152156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T152759Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Moves with Nichola Goss
DESCRIPTION:Looking for motivation to move your body and soul as well as connection to community? This combo cardio/ stretch class is offered while kids are in Beit Sefer. You will work our inner strength while stretching your entire body. Bring a yoga or exercise mat and your desire to move. All bodies and mindsets are welcome. \nCome experience camaraderie and gain flexibility! $10/session \nMembers Register Here \nNon-Members Register Here \nNICHOLA GOSS\, BFA from the University of Texas at Austin and is certified in PBT\, Pilates Matt\, and Ace. Nichola has been accumulating exercise techniques from Ballet to exercise science for the last 30 years. She has taught dance and movement in venues throughout our community\, including Beth Emet.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/sunday-morning-moves-with-nichola-goss/2022-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221204T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220918T041919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T152854Z
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SUMMARY:Assembling the Pieces of Your Family History Puzzle with Debbie Kroopkin
DESCRIPTION:What can you learn while researching your own genealogy? Professional genealogist Debbie Kroopkin will share many examples of documents\, resources\, and methods you can use to explore your family history. With archives and libraries digitizing a wealth of records daily\, the internet has opened up new opportunities to discover your family’s journey without leaving home. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nDEBBIE KROOPKIN is currently co-president of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois. She has explored her family history for over two decades and now conducts research for others. She has discovered her family and client family origins in countries including Ukraine\, Poland\, Belarus\, Lithuania\, Moldova\, and Romania. She loves the hunt of research and loves connecting with new families\, both in person and on paper. She has master’s degree in social work administration.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/assembling-the-pieces-of-your-family-history-puzzle-with-debbie-kroopkin/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221204T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221204T114500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20230831T204710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T204710Z
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SUMMARY:Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller
DESCRIPTION:Hebrew 1 is for learners with no or limited Hebrew language background. This class focuses on mastery of the Hebrew alphabet in order to read and understand Hebrew words and phrases in the prayer book and modern usage. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life\, ritual\, tradition\, and Israel. \nThis class will begin remotely\, through Zoom\, and continue in person as conditions permit. \nMember fee $220; non-member fee $270\n(five-student minimum for this class; Scholarships are available) \nNon-Member Register Here \nMember Register Here \nBLUMA STOLLER is a Beth Emet congregant 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 the Boards of Combined Jewish Philanthropies\, the JCRC of Greater Boston\, and Project Otzma.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/hebrew-1-with-bluma-stoller-2/2022-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221204T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221204T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20221014T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T204425Z
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SUMMARY:Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt
DESCRIPTION:Hebrew 3 is for learners able to sound out and print Hebrew words. This class will explore the grammar and vocabulary of modern Hebrew through a variety of reading\, writing\, and speaking activities. \nMember fee $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student minimum for this class) \nContact Marci if you are interested or have questions.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/hebrew-3-with-dorit-flatt/2022-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221204T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221204T131500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20221014T171230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T065124Z
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SUMMARY:Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller
DESCRIPTION:For learners with no or limited Hebrew language background. This class focuses on mastery of the Hebrew alphabet in order to read and understand Hebrew words and phrases in the prayer book and modern usage. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life\, ritual\, tradition\, and Israel. Member fee $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student minimum for this class) \nContact Marci if you are interested or have questions. \nBLUMA STOLLER is a Beth Emet congregant 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/hebrew-1-with-bluma-stoller-2022-10-16/2022-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220918T042618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T153034Z
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SUMMARY:Second Texts and Second Opinions: Jewish Bioethics with Dr. Laurie Zoloth
DESCRIPTION:This class will explore how Jewish thought considers cases in clinical ethics\, drawn from Dr. Zoloth’s latest book\, Second Texts and Second Opinions: Essays Towards a Jewish Bioethics. We will learn about the source\, methods\, and texts that make Jewish clinical ethics distinctive\, and consider how and whether arguments that are drawn from particular religions should play a role in public discourse. \nMember fee $10; non-member fee $20 \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nLAURIE ZOLOTH is chair of the ethics area at the Divinity School of the University of Chicago. Her research in Jewish thought and bioethics has focused on the application of rabbinic arguments and the philosophy of Levinas\, Arendt\, and Susman to contemporary dilemmas in health care and emerging medical technology. She is the author or editor of nine books and has served on national ethics boards for the American Heart Association; NASA; the NIH; and the CDC. She is the former dean at the Divinity School and the former president of both the American Society for Bioethics and Humanities and the American Academy of Religion.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/second-texts-and-second-opinions-jewish-bioethics-with-dr-laurie-zoloth/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220918T044543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T164838Z
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SUMMARY:Cooking Magic with Artist and Chef Robin Langer
DESCRIPTION:Cooking Magic is all about fast\, easy\, healthy\, and delicious meals. Come for recipes\, cooking\, and comradery. This program is for everyone from kitchen novices to experienced cooks. \nThis class will now be held in a hybrid fashion with a limited number of participants in person at Robin Langer’s home. All participants will be sent all the recipes in advance so they can follow along as Robin demonstrates the cooking instructions. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/cooking-magic-with-artist-and-chef-robin-langer/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Congregational Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221209T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221209T103500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220829T002747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T203506Z
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SUMMARY:A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London
DESCRIPTION:There are many ways to interpret Torah and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. We will continue our learning from last year\, reading and interpreting the text of the Book of Deuteronomy line by line. New learners are always welcome. \nNo Fee for members; non-member fee is $120. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/a-close-look-at-torah-with-rabbi-andrea-london/2022-12-09/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221209T121500
DTSTAMP:20260410T163914
CREATED:20220918T041052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T183601Z
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SUMMARY:What Story is the Tanakh Telling? with Rabbi Michael Balinsky
DESCRIPTION:It goes without saying that the Bible is filled with stories. Are there also overarching themes and messages emerging from the text that Tanakh is trying to teach us? We will explore two approaces and suggest some unexpected themes. Please bring a Tanakh to class. \nMember fee $25\, or included in Friday morning package; non-member fee $35 \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nRABBI MICHAEL BALINSKY was the Executive Vice-President of the Chicago Board of Rabbis and was Director of the Louis and Saerree Fiedler Hillel Center at Northwestern University for nineteen years. He greatly enjoys teaching adults and helping them engage with classical Jewish sacred texts in an open\, pluralistic setting. He is a graduate of Yeshiva University and the Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/what-story-is-the-tanakh-telling-with-rabbi-michael-balinsky/2022-12-09/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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