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SUMMARY:Adult Beginner Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:This beginner class is an opportunity for learners with no or limited Hebrew background to become familiar with the alphabet\, how to sound out words\, and begin to develop proficiency. You will also acquire some basic Hebrew vocabulary. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah.\nClass sessions: Sundays 9/27/26 through 5/16/27. In-person only. Cost is $360. \nMember registration \nGuest registration
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beginner-hebrew/2026-11-08/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:Enduring Dilemmas in Judaism and at Beth Emet
DESCRIPTION:Director of Lifelong Learning Lauren Reeves recently completed her Master’s degree in Jewish Education at Hebrew Union College\, and this program is an exploration of that journey. Lauren will present her capstone thesis\, which explores the enduring dilemma of Home and Horizon that have shaped Jewish life and continue to animate the conversations we have right here at Beth Emet. Come hear the ideas she has been wrestling with\, ask hard questions\, and share in the joy of our educator’s remarkable achievement. \nMember registration \nGuest registration \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/enduring-dilemmas-in-judaism-and-at-beth-emet/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Beit Sefer
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SUMMARY:Adult Advanced Beginner Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:If you’d like to participate more meaningfully at services\, this class can help you continue to develop your Hebrew skills. This class is for participants who know how to decode Hebrew letters and vowels to sound out words. Participants will develop reading proficiency while exploring the structure and themes of prayers. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah.\nClass sessions: Sundays 9/27/26 through 5/16/27. In-person only. Cost is $360. \nMember registration \nGuest registration
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/advanced-beginner-hebrew/2026-11-08/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:Adult Advanced Conversational Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:Take your Hebrew to the next level in an immersive\, conversation-driven class inspired by the Ulpan approach. Using Hebrew as the primary language of instruction whenver ossible\, you’ll strengthen your speaking\, listening\, and comprehension skills through engaging discussions\, real-life scenarios\, and authentic materials. \nClass sessions: Sundays from October 11 – May 16. In-person only. Cost is $360. \nMember registration \nGuest registration
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/intermediate-conversational-hebrew-with-dorit-flatt/2026-11-08/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T210000
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SUMMARY:Current Politics
DESCRIPTION:A congregational favorite returns. In this installment of his ongoing lecture series on contemporary public issues of interest to Jews as citizens\, David Zarefsky will turn his analytical lens to the aftermath of the November 2026 elections and what they mean for our political landscape. David is the Owen L. Coon Professor Emeritus of Communication Studies at Northwestern University\, specializing in argumentation and the analysis of American political discourse\, as well as a past president of Beth Emet. Join us for what is always a thoughtful\, nuanced conversation that helps us make sense of the moment in which we are living. \nMember registration \nGuest registration \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/current-politics-4/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:Clandestine Jewish Emigration from Eastern Europe\, 1870s-1914
DESCRIPTION:In the late 19th century\, hundreds of thousands of Jews fled the Russian Empire\, many crossing borders illegally in search of safety and a new life. Professor Anastasiia Strakhova from University of Illinois brings her scholarly expertise to this fascinating and deeply resonant chapter of Jewish history\, exploring who these migrants were\, what drove them to leave\, and how they navigated a world that was often hostile to their passage. The echoes of their story in our own moment are impossible to ignore. \nMember registration \nGuest registration 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/russian-migrants-and-the-illegal-border-crossings-of-the-late-19th-century/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:Torah Study with Rabbi Immerman
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Immerman each week to study our weekly Torah portion and uncover the many layers of meaning for both our ancient ancestors and us today. As we engage with our sacred text\, we will also explore other writings\, both ancient and modern\, to provide expand our understanding while providing insight and clarity. Whether you’ve been studying Torah for decades or are new to regular study\, our rich discussions will be sure to inspire. \nMember registration \nGuest registration \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/torah-study-with-rabbi-immerman-4/2026-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T190000
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SUMMARY:Havdalah Concert in Celebration of Rabbi Brian Immerman's Installation with Rabbi Joe Black and Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a joyous concert in celebration of the installation of Beth Emet’s new Sr. Rabbi Brian Immerman. Rabbi Black will perform his original music along with several other local Chicago musicians. \nMember Registration \nGuest Registration
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/havdalah-concert-in-celebration-of-rabbi-brian-immermans-installation-with-rabbi-joe-black-and-friends/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Youth
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