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SUMMARY:Taste of Wise Aging Through the Lens of Tikkun Middot with Sue Nadel and Jane Weintraub
DESCRIPTION:Have you been thinking of retiring\, is your nest emptying\, are you facing age related challenges and moving from one phase of life to another\, are you sandwiched between generations? Do you have fewer stairs to climb professionally and more interest in making this next chapter meaningful? These and other issues will be addressed in a new Beth Emet offering: Wise Aging Through the Lens of Tikkun Middot. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nMiddot encompasses a range of practices focusing on our personal characteristics\, traits or virtues. The study of Tikkun Middot uses curiosity and openness to investigate our internal and external reactions to situations. With this lens we will look at issues of aging and consider how we can turn towards choice points that create openings for personal and spiritual growth and turn away from reactive behaviors. \nDid we pique your interest?! If so\, please join us for a one time “Taste Of” Wise Aging Through the Lens of Tikkun Middot on Tuesday evening\, January 11  at 7:30 pm during a zoom gathering where we will share more information about this upcoming class!
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/taste-of-wise-aging-through-the-lens-of-tikkun-middot-with-sue-nadel-and-jane-weintraub/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230113T103500
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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/2023-01-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:Competing Narratives of the 1948 War with Dr. Maayan Hilel
DESCRIPTION:The war of 1948 has shaped the history of the modern Middle East more than any other single event\, and it continues to shape both Israeli and Palestinian societies to this day. We will discuss the major events that led to the outbreak of the war\, its main stages\, and the different\, even contrasting\, narratives Israelis and Palestinians created about it. We will examine the diverse voices of those who participated in or experienced the war to shed new light on this constitutive and complex event. \nMember fee $25 or included in Friday morning package; non-member fee $35.  \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nMAAYAN HILEL is a lecturer at the Crown Family Center for Israel and Jewish Studies at Northwestern University. She is a historian of the modern Middle East\, specializing in the cultural and social history of Palestine / Land of Israel during the first  half of the twentieth century. Dr. Hilel teachers history courses about Jewish-Arab relations; leisure\, and popular culture in the Middle East; the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; and more. \n  \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/competing-narratives-of-the-1948-war-with-dr-maayan-hilel/2023-01-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230115T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230115T104500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
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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 on chapter 4 of the book\, “Mitzvot and the Spirituality of Doing.” \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to contemplate questions about Judaism and explore Jewish identity. The book is accessible and thought-provoking. Books and bookmarks are available in the front office for anyone who would like one. Babysitting will be provided. Advanced registration requested. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nSubsequent discussions led by Rabbi London will take place on Sunday\, March 12; Sunday\, April 23; and Sunday\, May 7. The book is accessible and thought-provoking. Books and audiobooks are still available in the office. \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. \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/here-all-along-discussion-with-rabbi-london-3/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230115T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230115T114500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
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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-2/2023-01-15/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230115T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230115T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
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/2023-01-15/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230115T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230115T131500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
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-2022-10-16/2023-01-15/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20220828T232922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230121T231209Z
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SUMMARY:Murder on a Kibbutz: A Book Discussion led by Lisa Lieberman
DESCRIPTION:Watch the recording here \nIn a recent Guardian review\, Lavie Tidhar called the late Israeli author Batya Gur’s Murder on a Kibbutz (1991) one of the top ten books of all time about Israel. The daughter of Polish Holocaust survivors\, Gur had a special interest in how kibbutznikim who came from the death camps found solace in the rhythms of communal life. “Gur captured what it was like to grow up on a kibbutz in a way no one else did\,” said Tidhar\, “uncovering the simmering tensions beneath the sun-drenched communal ideal.” \nThis program is sponsored by the Israel Committee \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nLISA LIEBERMAN is a historian of postwar Europe and the author of a historical mystery series featuring blacklisted Hollywood people on the lam in dangerous international locales. 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/murder-on-a-kibbutz-a-book-discussion-led-by-lisa-lieberman/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
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/2023-01-19/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230120T103500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20220829T002747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T174731Z
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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-2023-01-20/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230120T121500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20220918T045500Z
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SUMMARY:Anonymity and Annihilation with Dr. Barry Wimpfheimer
DESCRIPTION:David Weiss Halivni z’l (1927-2022)  was a revolutionary in two separate intellectual arenas- talmudic analysis and Jewish theology. As an academic scholar of talmud\, Halivni innovated the notion that much of the Talmud was produced by a group of unnamed editors whom he called Stammaim. As a theologian\, he worked to process both his own and the communal experience of the Holocaust in religious terms. We will learn about Halivni’s work and discuss how this Talmud theory and unique theology might inform one another. \nMember fee $25 or included in Friday morning package; non-member fee $35 \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nBARRY SCOTT WIMPFHEIMER is Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Law at Northwestern University. Wimpfheimer specialized in the study of Jewish Law and the Rabbinic Tradition\, particularly in the Babylonian Talmud. His book The Talmud: A Biography was published as part of Princeton University Press’ Lives of Great Religious Books series in Spring 2018.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/anonymity-and-annihilation-with-dr-barry-wimpfheimer/2023-01-20/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230122T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230122T114500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20230831T204710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T204710Z
UID:10008767-1674382500-1674387900@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-2/2023-01-22/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230122T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230122T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20221014T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T204425Z
UID:10009048-1674387000-1674390600@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/2023-01-22/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230122T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230122T131500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20221014T171230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T065124Z
UID:10008062-1674389700-1674393300@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-2022-10-16/2023-01-22/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230127T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230127T103500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
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/2023-01-27/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230127T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230127T121500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20220918T045500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T172753Z
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SUMMARY:Anonymity and Annihilation with Dr. Barry Wimpfheimer
DESCRIPTION:David Weiss Halivni z’l (1927-2022)  was a revolutionary in two separate intellectual arenas- talmudic analysis and Jewish theology. As an academic scholar of talmud\, Halivni innovated the notion that much of the Talmud was produced by a group of unnamed editors whom he called Stammaim. As a theologian\, he worked to process both his own and the communal experience of the Holocaust in religious terms. We will learn about Halivni’s work and discuss how this Talmud theory and unique theology might inform one another. \nMember fee $25 or included in Friday morning package; non-member fee $35 \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nBARRY SCOTT WIMPFHEIMER is Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Law at Northwestern University. Wimpfheimer specialized in the study of Jewish Law and the Rabbinic Tradition\, particularly in the Babylonian Talmud. His book The Talmud: A Biography was published as part of Princeton University Press’ Lives of Great Religious Books series in Spring 2018.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/anonymity-and-annihilation-with-dr-barry-wimpfheimer/2023-01-27/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230129T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230129T114500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20230831T204710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T204710Z
UID:10008768-1674987300-1674992700@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-2/2023-01-29/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230129T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230129T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20221014T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T204425Z
UID:10009049-1674991800-1674995400@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/2023-01-29/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230129T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230129T131500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20221014T171230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T065124Z
UID:10008063-1674994500-1674998100@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-2022-10-16/2023-01-29/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230203T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230203T103500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
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/2023-02-03/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230203T121500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20220918T050250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T191905Z
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SUMMARY:Visual Midrash? Decoding Medieval Jewish Art with Dr. David Shyovitz
DESCRIPTION:Pre-modern Jews are often described as “people of the book\,” but Jews produced visual art over the centuries as well – images in illuminated Bibles\, Mahzorigm\, and Haggadot that are complex\, often learned\, and sometimes deeply subversive. How might our understanding of Torah study shift if we accompany study of Jewish texts with study of Jewish images? \nMember fee $25 or included in Friday morning package; non-member fee $35 \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nDAVID SHYOVITZ (PhD University of Pennsylvania) is Associate Professor of History at Northwestern University\, and Director of NU’s Crown Family Center for Jewish and Israel Studies. He is the author of A Remembrance of His Wonders: Nature and the Supernatural in Medieval Ashkenaz (2017)\, and has lectured widely throughout the United States\, Israel\, and Europe.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/visual-midrash-decoding-medieval-jewish-art-with-dr-david-shyovitz/2023-02-03/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230205T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230205T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20221222T194830Z
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SUMMARY:What Makes a Family? Tools for Talking About Family Diversity
DESCRIPTION:Young children are actively navigating complex socio-political messages\, materials\, and experiences. Unfortunately\, misconceptions and stereotypes lead to negative implications for their sense of self and emerging family pride. \nIn this 2-part interactive series led by Ilana Dvorin Friedman* and Rabbi Andrea London\, we will consider how cultural notions and assumptions about “family” can hinder their sense of belonging. Through ongoing discussion and storytelling\, grown-ups can support young children to embrace the beauty of all families. \nThis adult series is perfect for parents and grandparents of children from birth through 3rd grade. \nFree child-care activities are available. Please reserve your spot on the registration form. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \n*ILANA DVORIN FRIEDMAN is the Early Childhood Policy Analyst at JUF. She is passionate about early childhood Jewish education\, anti-bias education\, and childcare advocacy. For the last twelve years\, she has been an adjunct instructor at a variety of academic institutions. As a child development consultant\, Ilana creates and facilitates professional development opportunities and communities of practice for early childhood and child development professionals. Most recently\, Ilana was the advisor for the JUF Cohort in Erikson Institute’s MS ECE online program. Ilana holds a PhD in Child Development from the joint program at Loyola University Chicago and Erikson\, completing her dissertation on gender beliefs of teachers in Orthodox Jewish early childhood programs. She lives in Skokie with her husband and five children.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/what-makes-a-family-tools-for-talking-about-family-diversity/2023-02-05/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Young Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230205T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230205T114500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
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-2/2023-02-05/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230205T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230205T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20221014T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T204425Z
UID:10009050-1675596600-1675600200@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/2023-02-05/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230205T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230205T131500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20221014T171230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T065124Z
UID:10008064-1675599300-1675602900@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-2022-10-16/2023-02-05/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20230127T061136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T173832Z
UID:10009218-1675605600-1675611000@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Taste of Wise Aging Through the Lens of Tikkun Middot with Sue Nadel and Jane Weintraub
DESCRIPTION:Have you been thinking of retiring\, is your nest emptying\, are you facing age related challenges and moving from one phase of life to another\, are you sandwiched between generations? Do you have fewer stairs to climb professionally and more interest in making this next chapter meaningful? These and other issues will be addressed in a new Beth Emet offering: Wise Aging Through the Lens of Tikkun Middot. \nRegister for this event here \nMiddot encompasses a range of practices focusing on our personal characteristics\, traits or virtues. The study of Tikkun Middot uses curiosity and openness to investigate our internal and external reactions to situations. With this lens we will look at issues of aging and consider how we can turn towards choice points that create openings for personal and spiritual growth and turn away from reactive behaviors. \nDid we pique your interest?! If so\, please join us for a one time “Taste Of” Wise Aging Through the Lens of Tikkun Middot on Sunday afternoon\, February 5  at 2:00 pm during a zoom gathering where we will share more information about this upcoming class! \nIn the words of our group facilitators: \n\n“I am so excited that Jane and I can offer you the opportunity to access and blend the Tikkun Middot and Wise Aging knowledge and practices. I have participated in\, and co-facilitated both of these groups and they have become an integral part of my daily life. Now when I encounter daily or more difficult issues\, I have a “toolbox” rooted in Judaism that allows me to pause\, consider and make more mindful choices about my actions or decisions. These groups have truly made my life more compassionate and more whole.” Sue Nadel\n“I second everything Sue says! I too have both facilitated and participated in these groups and these practices have definitely enhanced my day to day life! Both Wise Aging and the practice of Tikkun Middot have opened me up to living more intentionally. … it’s an ever-unfolding process for me. I don’t think I’ll ever fully arrive\, but I’ll see so much more and experience so much more on the journey!” Jane Weintraub\n\n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/taste-of-wise-aging-through-the-lens-of-tikkun-middot-with-sue-nadel-and-jane-weintraub-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230210T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230210T103500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20220829T002747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T174542Z
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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-2023-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230210T121500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20220918T050250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T191905Z
UID:10007874-1676026800-1676031300@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Visual Midrash? Decoding Medieval Jewish Art with Dr. David Shyovitz
DESCRIPTION:Pre-modern Jews are often described as “people of the book\,” but Jews produced visual art over the centuries as well – images in illuminated Bibles\, Mahzorigm\, and Haggadot that are complex\, often learned\, and sometimes deeply subversive. How might our understanding of Torah study shift if we accompany study of Jewish texts with study of Jewish images? \nMember fee $25 or included in Friday morning package; non-member fee $35 \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \nDAVID SHYOVITZ (PhD University of Pennsylvania) is Associate Professor of History at Northwestern University\, and Director of NU’s Crown Family Center for Jewish and Israel Studies. He is the author of A Remembrance of His Wonders: Nature and the Supernatural in Medieval Ashkenaz (2017)\, and has lectured widely throughout the United States\, Israel\, and Europe.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/visual-midrash-decoding-medieval-jewish-art-with-dr-david-shyovitz/2023-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230212T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20221222T194830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T200103Z
UID:10008131-1676194200-1676197800@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:What Makes a Family? Tools for Talking About Family Diversity
DESCRIPTION:Young children are actively navigating complex socio-political messages\, materials\, and experiences. Unfortunately\, misconceptions and stereotypes lead to negative implications for their sense of self and emerging family pride. \nIn this 2-part interactive series led by Ilana Dvorin Friedman*\, we will consider how cultural notions and assumptions about “family” can hinder their sense of belonging. Through ongoing discussion and storytelling\, grown-ups can support young children to embrace the beauty of all families. \nThis adult series is perfect for parents and grandparents of children from birth through 3rd grade. \nFree child-care activities are available. Please reserve your spot on the registration form. \nNon-Members Register Here \nMembers Register Here \n*ILANA DVORIN FRIEDMAN is the Early Childhood Policy Analyst at JUF. She is passionate about early childhood Jewish education\, anti-bias education\, and childcare advocacy. For the last twelve years\, she has been an adjunct instructor at a variety of academic institutions. As a child development consultant\, Ilana creates and facilitates professional development opportunities and communities of practice for early childhood and child development professionals. Most recently\, Ilana was the advisor for the JUF Cohort in Erikson Institute’s MS ECE online program. Ilana holds a PhD in Child Development from the joint program at Loyola University Chicago and Erikson\, completing her dissertation on gender beliefs of teachers in Orthodox Jewish early childhood programs. She lives in Skokie with her husband and five children.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/what-makes-a-family-tools-for-talking-about-family-diversity-2023-02-12/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Young Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230212T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230212T114500
DTSTAMP:20260410T225658
CREATED:20230831T204710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T204710Z
UID:10008770-1676196900-1676202300@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-2/2023-02-12/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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