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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230427T193000
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SUMMARY:Laundering Antisemitism: Jews\, Identity Politics and the University with Professor Marc Dollinger
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Recording Here \nProfessor Dollinger will talk about what it’s like to be called a left-wing Jew while fighting antisemitism on a right-wing campus\, only to be called a right-wing Zionist when he fought antisemitism on a left-wing campus. Learn about two campus antisemitism fights that each reached the halls of the federal government\, made local\, national and international headlines\, and offer important insights into the role of the university\, the place of identified Jews on campus\, and the ways in which identity politics plays out in sometimes surprising ways. \n\nDR. MARC DOLLINGER holds the Richard and Rhoda Goldman Endowed Chair in Jewish Studies and Social Responsibility at San Francisco State University. He has served as a research fellow at Princeton University’s Center for the Study of Religion as well as the Andrew W. Mellon Post-doctoral Fellow and Lecturer in the Humanities at Bryn Mawr College\, where he coordinated the program in Jewish Studies. \nProfessor Dollinger is author of four scholarly books in American Jewish history\, most recently Black Power\, Jewish Politics: Reinventing The Alliance in the 1960s. He has published entries in the Encyclopedia Judaica\, the Encyclopedia of Antisemitism\, and the Encyclopedia of African American Education. His next project\, Laundering Antisemitism: Jews\, Identity Politics and the University traces his experiences as an identified Jewish (and Zionist) professor in the current political climate. \nDr. Dollinger is a past president of both the Jewish Community High School of the Bay and Brandeis Hillel Day School. Dr. Dollinger serves on the boards of the Jewish Community Federation and URJ Camp Newman. He sat on the California advisory committee to the United States Commission on Civil Rights\, was named Volunteer of the Year by the SF Jewish Community Federation\, and was awarded the San Francisco JCRC’s Courageous Leader award. \nProfessor Dollinger has spoken about his research on CNN’s Don Lemon tonight as well as the CNN-podcast “Silence Is Not An Option\,” the NFL Network\, ESPN\, and Germany’s National Public Radio. Just for fun\, Dr. Dollinger helped actress Helen Hunt learn about her Jewish roots on the prime-time NBC show\, “Who Do You Think You Are?”
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/laundering-antisemitism-jews-identity-politics-and-the-university-with-professor-marc-dollinger/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Congregational Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T103500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20220829T002747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T165051Z
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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-2023-04-14/2023-04-28/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethemet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/A-Close-Look-at-Torah-2023.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T114500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230831T204710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T204710Z
UID:10008781-1682849700-1682855100@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-2/2023-04-30/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20221014T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T204425Z
UID:10009059-1682854200-1682857800@bethemet.org
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/2023-04-30/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T131500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20221014T171230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T065124Z
UID:10008073-1682856900-1682860500@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-2022-10-16/2023-04-30/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230501T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230501T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230308T224115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T180855Z
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SUMMARY:Women in American Jewish History That You Might Not Know About with Rabbi Toby Manewith
DESCRIPTION:You know about Ruth Bader Ginsburg\, Sarah Silverman\, and Sheryl Sandburg. Come learn about other Jewish women\, including “The Girl Rabbi of the Golden West\,” who deeply impacted American and/or Jewish life over the last 300 years. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/women-in-american-jewish-history-that-you-might-not-now-about-with-rabbi-toby-manewith/2023-05-01/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230505T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230505T103500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20220829T002747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T165051Z
UID:10008747-1683279000-1683282900@bethemet.org
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-2023-04-14/2023-05-05/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethemet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/A-Close-Look-at-Torah-2023.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230507T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230507T114500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230831T204710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T204710Z
UID:10008782-1683454500-1683459900@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-2/2023-05-07/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230507T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230110T061325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T230957Z
UID:10008195-1683457200-1683460800@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Here All Along Discussion with Rabbi London
DESCRIPTION:This year the Beth Emet community is reading the book\, Here All Along by Sarah Hurwitz. Rabbi London will lead a conversation about a section of the book. This is a wonderful opportunity to contemplate questions about Judaism and explore Jewish identity. The book is accessible and thought-provoking. \nBooks and bookmarks are available in the front office for anyone who would like one. Babysitting will be provided. Pre-registration requested \nRegister Here \nThe One Book\, One Congregation programs are generously sponsored by the Judith F. Krug Fund\, David and Florence Fingeret Fund\, Solomon and Lillian Krug Fund\, and the JELLO (Jewish Education: Lifelong Learning Opportunities) Funds in the Beth Emet Foundation. 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/here-all-along-discussion-with-rabbi-london-5-2023-05-07/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Congregational Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethemet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Sarah-Hurwitz.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230507T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230507T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20221014T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T204425Z
UID:10009060-1683459000-1683462600@bethemet.org
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/2023-05-07/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230507T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230507T131500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20221014T171230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T065124Z
UID:10008074-1683461700-1683465300@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-2022-10-16/2023-05-07/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230508T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230308T224115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T180855Z
UID:10008183-1683572400-1683577800@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Women in American Jewish History That You Might Not Know About with Rabbi Toby Manewith
DESCRIPTION:You know about Ruth Bader Ginsburg\, Sarah Silverman\, and Sheryl Sandburg. Come learn about other Jewish women\, including “The Girl Rabbi of the Golden West\,” who deeply impacted American and/or Jewish life over the last 300 years. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/women-in-american-jewish-history-that-you-might-not-now-about-with-rabbi-toby-manewith/2023-05-08/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230510T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230308T231114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T230829Z
UID:10008193-1683745200-1683750600@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:A Discussion of Ken Burns' Film\, "The US and the Holocaust" Led by Dr. Elliot Lefkovitz
DESCRIPTION:The acclaimed 2022 documentary by Ken Burns’ raises significant concerns relevant to our time. We will first review the film itself\, including the myths about the Holocaust and America’s response to it\, which the film seeks to dispel. The discussion will then turn to an examination of three issues that have been the topics of vigorous historical debate: American Jewry’s response to the Shoah\, FDR’s reaction to this genocidal catastrophe\, and the question of whether or not the U.S. should have bombed Auschwitz. \nParticipants are kindly requested to view the film prior to the session\, as your input will be more welcome. The film can be found here. (PBS Membership Required) \nNon- Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nDR. ELLIOT LEFKOVITZ is an Adjunct Professor of History and Holocaust Studies at the Spertus Institute. He is an Oral Historian for the Illinois Holocaust Museum\, and an Interviewer for the Spielberg Survivors of the Shoah Project. Elliot is now retired from his roles as an Adjunct Professor of History at Loyola University of Chicago\, and as the longtime Education Director at Am Yisrael Congregation in Northfield.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/a-discussion-of-ken-burns-film-the-us-and-the-holocaust-led-by-dr-elliot-lefkovitz/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethemet.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/The-U.S.-and-The-Holocaust-website.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230512T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230512T103500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20220829T002747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T165051Z
UID:10008748-1683883800-1683887700@bethemet.org
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-2023-04-14/2023-05-12/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethemet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/A-Close-Look-at-Torah-2023.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230514T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230514T114500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230831T204710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T204710Z
UID:10008783-1684059300-1684064700@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-2/2023-05-14/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230514T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230514T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20221014T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T204425Z
UID:10009061-1684063800-1684067400@bethemet.org
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/2023-05-14/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230514T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230514T131500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20221014T171230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T065124Z
UID:10008075-1684066500-1684070100@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-2022-10-16/2023-05-14/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230515T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230110T061948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T205150Z
UID:10009208-1684177200-1684184400@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Conversation and Book Signing with Sarah Hurwitz\, Author of Here All Along
DESCRIPTION:7:00 pm Dessert Reception (In-Person Only)\n7:30 pm Conversation with Sarah Hurwitz (In-Person and Virtual)\n8:40 pm Bring Your Book and Have It Signed (In-Person Only) \nFor those who are participating virtually\, please note the new start time for the program. \n\nThis past year\, our congregation has been reading\, Here All Along: Finding Meaning\, Spirituality\, and a Deeper Connection to Life — in Judaism (After Finally Choosing to Look There). You may have read the book\, listened to the Divrei Torah\, engaged in a book circle\, or even participated in Sunday morning conversations with Rabbi London. Or perhaps you have been reflecting on your own relationship to Judaism\, observing Shabbat\, developing a spiritual practice\, and being a great person. Now’s the time to meet the author\, hear her insights\, and be inspired to continue the journey. Even if you have not participated yet\, Sarah’s visit is sure to spark your interest. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \n“Sarah Hurwitz was Michelle Obama’s head speechwriter\, and with this book becomes Judaism’s speechwriter. In a time when many people have lost faith\, her timeless wisdom and graceful writing will delight even the most steadfast skeptics of organized religion.” \n– Adam Grant\, New York Time bestselling author \nFrom 2009 to 2017\, Sarah Hurwitz worked in the White House\, serving as head speechwriter for First Lady Michelle Obama and as a senior speechwriter for President Barack Obama. Prior to working in the Obama administration\, Hurwitz was the chief speechwriter for Hillary Clinton on her 2008 campaign for president and a speechwriter for Senator John Kerry and General Wesley Clark during the 2004 presidential election. Hurwitz is a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Law School.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/one-book-one-congregation-sarah-hurwitz-at-beth-emet/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Congregational Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230518T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20220829T002546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T194400Z
UID:10008826-1684437300-1684441800@bethemet.org
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/2023-05-18/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethemet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Nourish_the_soul_2022.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230519T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230519T103500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20220829T002747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T165051Z
UID:10008749-1684488600-1684492500@bethemet.org
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-2023-04-14/2023-05-19/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bethemet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/A-Close-Look-at-Torah-2023.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230521T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230521T114500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
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-2/2023-05-21/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230521T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230521T131500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
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-2022-10-16/2023-05-21/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230531T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230531T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230308T224442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T213147Z
UID:10008187-1685561400-1685566800@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Current Politics with Professor David Zarefsky
DESCRIPTION:A continuing lecture-discussion class on contemporary public issues of interest to Jews as citizens. \nNo fee for members \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nPROFESSOR DAVID 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-professor-david-zarefsky-4/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230602T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230602T103500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20220829T002747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T165051Z
UID:10008750-1685698200-1685702100@bethemet.org
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-2023-04-14/2023-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230609T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230609T103500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20220829T002747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T165051Z
UID:10008751-1686303000-1686306900@bethemet.org
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-2023-04-14/2023-06-09/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20220829T002546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T194400Z
UID:10008827-1686856500-1686861000@bethemet.org
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/2023-06-15/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230831T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230831T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230807T210116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T180145Z
UID:10010507-1693509300-1693513800@bethemet.org
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. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/conversations-to-nourish-our-souls-with-marci-dickman-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230925T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230925T103000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230712T154502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T002105Z
UID:10010359-1695634200-1695637800@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Yom Kippur Adult Study
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/yom-kippur-adult-study-4/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230925T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230925T151500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230712T155248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T003115Z
UID:10010363-1695651300-1695654900@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Yom Kippur Adult Study with Rabbi London
DESCRIPTION:G’mar Chatima Tovah!  May You Be Sealed for a Good Year! \nIf you do not yet have the password to view the services and study\, please click here to access the registration form.  The password is good for all services. \nFor a complete listing of the High Holy Day services\, please click here.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/yom-kippur-adult-study-with-rabbi-london/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231013T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231013T104500
DTSTAMP:20260408T054852
CREATED:20230831T204328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T155655Z
UID:10011856-1697189400-1697193900@bethemet.org
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-members fee is $130 \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/a-close-look-at-torah-with-rabbi-andrea-london-2/2023-10-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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