Dayenu Circle May 12 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Dayenu Circle Monthly Meeting This Month's Dayenu Circle Meeting Want to address climate change based on Jewish values through education, sustainability, and advocacy work? Attend the next Zoom meetings at the Dayenu Circle (Beth Emet's green team). Please contact the office if you plan to join virtually for the first time.
The Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel Soup Kitchen at Beth Emet May 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Soup Kitchen Every Wednesday evening since 2002, Beth Emet has opened its doors to community members in need of a nutritious dinner. Guests sit at linen-covered tables with fresh flowers and listen to live music while enjoying their meal, and they leave with a sack lunch to enjoy on the following day. The meeting starts in the ...
Current Politics with David Zarefsky May 13 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Current Politics with David Zarefsky Hybrid Event A congregational favorite, this continuing lecture series is a discussion about contemporary public issues of interest to Jews as citizens. 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 ...
Beit Sefer May 14 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Beit Sefer Beit Sefer is an engaging Jewish learning program for students in Kindergarten through 7th grade. Classes explore Jewish values, holidays, Torah stories, and Hebrew in a supportive and fun environment, fostering curiosity, community, and connection to Jewish life. Beit Sefer meets Sundays for Kindergarten-2nd grade learners and Sundays and Thursdays for 3rd-6th grade learners. Thursday ...
Beacon of Light Protest May 14 @ 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm Beacon of Light Protest Contact the office for more information
Israeli Dancing May 14 @ 7:15 pm - 11:30 pm Israeli Dancing Join Chicago Israeli dancing, led by Phil Moss and Penny Brichta, and learn how to dance like an Israeli every Thursday night! For more information you can refer to chicagoisraelidancing.com The event is held in the Wiener Room and through Zoom.
A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London May 15 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah, we turn to N’viim / Prophets, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new, please register below and the meeting will take place in the Wiener room. ...
Kabbalat Shabbat Services May 15 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Services Welcome Shabbat with our Kabbalat Shabbat Service! Whether in the Sanctuary or online!
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.
Kahal Shabbat Morning Service May 16 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Saturday Morning Shabbat Services with Kahal Come together for a special Shabbat morning with Kahal, featuring prayer, Torah reading, and engaging discussions. The service offers a chance to connect spiritually and share in the experience with the community. Whether attending regularly or exploring Shabbat for the first time, everyone is welcome to participate and enjoy the warmth of the congregation. If ...
Sunday Morning Minyan May 17 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Sunday Morning Minyan The Sunday Morning Minyan meets in the Beit Midrash at Beth Emet. Join us on Sundays to daven (pray) the weekday Shacharit (morning) service! First-timers are encouraged! Please note, we will continue to Zoom as well for virtual participation. The Minyan offers an intimate opportunity to pray with the Beth Emet community. The service explores ...
Beit Sefer May 17 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Beit Sefer Beit Sefer is an engaging Jewish learning program for learners in Kindergarten through 7th grade. Classes explore Jewish values, holidays, Torah stories, and Hebrew in a supportive and fun environment, fostering curiosity, community, and connection to Jewish life. Learn more about Beit Sefer.
Conversational Hebrew May 17 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Introduction to Hebrew This class uses an Ulpan-like immersive setting to teach modern conversational Hebrew. Participants will read news articles, discuss life and current events, and other basic conversations in Hebrew. The only prerequisite is basic Hebrew skills.
