November 12, 2023 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Reproductive Rights: Purchasing and Packing Gift Bags for Abortion Patients We're packing 100 Comfort Care Bags for people who have had abortions, in conjunction with Planned Parenthood of IL. Each bag costs $18. Help us meet our goal! You can join in person and/or donate now. Beth Emet’s Reproductive Rights Task Force is again supporting Planned Parenthood of Illinois packing care bags to people who ...
October 9, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm Jewish Cooking: A Family Affair with Jessica Amend If you or someone in your family are interested in building cooking and Jewish knowledge, this class is for you! Bring Judaism's mitzvot of haknasat orchim (welcoming guests) to life in the comfort of your own kitchen with other Beth Emet families with this new virtual series. Sessions will be held to coincide with the ...
November 13, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Social Justice Task Force: Reimagining Social Justice Work During These Times During these complex times, we will take a step back during the November meeting to rethink how we will engage in the important work of social justice. How will we move forward as Jews right now? Is our justice work to continue to build connections and serve others when we are broken and hurting? Is ...
November 15, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Smart Home Energy: Reduce Your Energy Bills and Lower Your Carbon Footprint Making our homes more energy efficient is an important way we can help combat climate change. This panel of speakers will offer a range of ideas to make your home more energy-smart and sustainable over time. At the same time, they will guide you to cost-saving programs through tax credits or rebates now or soon ...
November 17, 2023 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Special Oneg Shabbat Sponsored by Wendy & Harry Yablon Come for a festive Oneg in honor of Jaclyn Casey Yablon and Vadim Mukhayev's wedding. Meet new friends, connect with old friends, and have a nosh. A great way to welcome Shabbat!
October 6, 2023 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Festive Oneg Shabbat Come to Kabbalat Shabbat services early to celebrate and schmooze with your Beth Emet community. Snacks and drinks will be provided. - Thank you to an anonymous donor for making this Oneg possible.
December 2, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Kahal Potluck Lunch If you are able to attend on Saturday morning, please consider bringing a vegetarian, nut-free dish or lunch item for all to enjoy. Please also take a moment to jot down a list of ingredients that can be displayed with your dish for the benefit of those with food allergies. Instead of a potluck item, ...
December 2, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm Love, Light and Latkes: BESSY and Membership Chanukah Party Join BESSY as we prepare to celebrate the Festival of Light! We will eat latkes, decorate desserts, and dance before we conclude with a community Havdalah. Exclusive *Teen Only* zone from 4:00 - 5:30. The rest of the community is welcome to join in at 5:30 for latkes and potluck dinner followed by dessert, hot ...
October 9, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm Jewish Cooking: A Family Affair with Jessica Amend If you or someone in your family are interested in building cooking and Jewish knowledge, this class is for you! Bring Judaism's mitzvot of haknasat orchim (welcoming guests) to life in the comfort of your own kitchen with other Beth Emet families with this new virtual series. Sessions will be held to coincide with the ...
