Kabbalat Torah & Gesher ceremony May 15 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm The Shabbat when we celebrate our 7th grade Gesher students and 12th grade Kabbalat Torah class is a beloved moment honoring our next generation of Jewish learners and leaders. During the service, our graduating seniors will share reflections on what Beth Emet and Judaism mean to them as they prepare for the next chapter of their lives. The 7th graders mark the culmination of their Gesher year, witnessing the older students model Jewish engagement in high school. After the service, Gesher families gather for a brief ceremony where students share what they’ve learned about how Judaism and community can guide them as they grow. This meaningful evening highlights the continuity of Jewish learning from childhood through young adulthood.
From Turbulence to Serenity: An Introduction to Mindfulness & Meditation with Cantor Adam Kahan August 13 @ 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm Mindfulness and Meditation At Beth Emet and via Zoom 1224 Dempster Street, Evanston, IL, United States Learn and experience how to find centering calm in life's day-to-day tumult. Join Cantor Adam Kahan for a four-week exploration of mindfulness and meditation beginning this August. Through guided practice, reflection, and discussion, participants will cultivate a renewable resource of peace, awareness, and asense of true self while exploring connections to Jewish wisdom and tradition.
From Turbulence to Serenity: An Introduction to Mindfulness & Meditation with Cantor Adam Kahan August 20 @ 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm Mindfulness and Meditation At Beth Emet and via Zoom 1224 Dempster Street, Evanston, IL, United States Learn and experience how to find centering calm in life's day-to-day tumult. Join Cantor Adam Kahan for a four-week exploration of mindfulness and meditation beginning this August. Through guided practice, reflection, and discussion, participants will cultivate a renewable resource of peace, awareness, and asense of true self while exploring connections to Jewish wisdom and tradition.
From Turbulence to Serenity: An Introduction to Mindfulness & Meditation with Cantor Adam Kahan August 27 @ 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm Mindfulness and Meditation At Beth Emet and via Zoom 1224 Dempster Street, Evanston, IL, United States Learn and experience how to find centering calm in life's day-to-day tumult. Join Cantor Adam Kahan for a four-week exploration of mindfulness and meditation beginning this August. Through guided practice, reflection, and discussion, participants will cultivate a renewable resource of peace, awareness, and asense of true self while exploring connections to Jewish wisdom and tradition.
From Turbulence to Serenity: An Introduction to Mindfulness & Meditation with Cantor Adam Kahan September 3 @ 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm Mindfulness and Meditation At Beth Emet and via Zoom 1224 Dempster Street, Evanston, IL, United States Learn and experience how to find centering calm in life's day-to-day tumult. Join Cantor Adam Kahan for a four-week exploration of mindfulness and meditation beginning this August. Through guided practice, reflection, and discussion, participants will cultivate a renewable resource of peace, awareness, and asense of true self while exploring connections to Jewish wisdom and tradition.
Kochavim Youth Choir October 18 @ 9:00 am - 9:30 am Kochavim Youth Choir Our youth choir is Kochavim, Hebrew for stars. Kochavim is open to Beit Sefer learners in 2nd grade and up. Kochavim meets Sunday mornings, 9:00–9:30 am, in the Sanctuary to learn fun songs and share music together. No experience needed—just enthusiasm! RSVP so we're ready to hear your child's voice. RSVP for Kochavim youth choir ...
BESSY dinner & Second City Show October 24 @ 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm Beth Emet 9th-12th graders will be going to Second City with BESSY! We will be going to see Pandemonium, Please Hold, on the mainstage of Second City, located at 1616 N Wells St Chicago, IL 60614. The show begins at 6:30 pm and is 2 hours long. We will meet for dinner and havdalah at ...
Kochavim Youth Choir October 25 @ 9:00 am - 9:30 am Kochavim Youth Choir Our youth choir is Kochavim, Hebrew for stars. Kochavim is open to Beit Sefer learners in 2nd grade and up. Kochavim meets Sunday mornings, 9:00–9:30 am, in the Sanctuary to learn fun songs and share music together. No experience needed—just enthusiasm! RSVP so we're ready to hear your child's voice. RSVP for Kochavim youth choir ...
Gesher Retreat November 6 - November 7 7th graders spend a weekend with our Director of Youth Engagement and Gesher teacher focused on building community and navigating the ups and downs of adolescence together. It's a chance to strengthen friendships and feel supported as they grow.
Sing Unto God 2026 Teen Songleader Fellowship November 6 @ 8:00 am - 7:00 pm B'tzalel Arts & Music Festival The Sing Unto God Jewish Teen Songleader Fellowships help emerging Jewish teen songleaders build the skills, confidence, repertoire, and leadership experience to lead music in their communities. Register here.
Kochavim Youth Choir November 8 @ 9:00 am - 9:30 am Kochavim Youth Choir Our youth choir is Kochavim, Hebrew for stars. Kochavim is open to Beit Sefer learners in 2nd grade and up. Kochavim meets Sunday mornings, 9:00–9:30 am, in the Sanctuary to learn fun songs and share music together. No experience needed—just enthusiasm! RSVP so we're ready to hear your child's voice. RSVP for Kochavim youth choir ...
BE Noar teen program for 8th-11th graders November 8 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm BE Noar teen program for 8th-11th graders BE Noar is our program for for 8th-11th graders. BE Noar participants learn from a variety of teachers such as Rabbi Brian Immerman, Director of Lifelong Learning Lauren Reeves, RJE, Beit Sefer teacher Rabbi Toby Manewith, and other guest leaders on a variety of topics such as reparations, Jewish food, Jewish ethics, Israel, and more. ...
