December 10, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Event Series Death and Mourning at Beth Emet: An Introduction with Nisan Chavkin Death and Mourning at Beth Emet: An Introduction with Nisan Chavkin This three-part series will focus on how Beth Emet approaches death and mourning. How do we prepare to die? What responsibilities do we have to someone who is dying? How can we support those who are in mourning? Sessions will feature both resources and discussion. No previous knowledge is required. Registration can be for a ...
December 10, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Antisemitism: Program for Adults State of Antisemitism Adults will receive latest data on antisemitism in America and across the world. A presentation by ADL that will include: a brief background about the organization, understanding the concept through ADL's 'Pyramid of Hate', ADL's report 'Antisemitic Attitudes in America', the sharp rise in antisemitism since the October 7 terrorist attack, resources to help folks counteract ...
December 10, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt 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. Member fee $250; non-member fee $300. (five-student minimum for this class, scholarships are available) Non-Members Register Here Members Register Here DORIT FLATT ...
December 10, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Hebrew 2 with Bluma Hebrew 2 with Bluma Hebrew 2 is for learners seeking more meaningful participation at services. This class provides opportunities to improve your Hebrew reading fluency while exploring the structure, themes, and key Hebrew vocabulary of the Shabbat morning worship service and its individual prayers. Hebrew 2 also includes basic elements of Hebrew grammar. Member fee $250; non-member fee $300 ...
December 10, 2023 @ 12:15 pm - 1:45 pm Antisemitism: Words to Action for Teens This 90 minute training gives teens an understanding of antisemitism and common myths as well as ways to respond to common scenarios and talking points to counter stereotypes. An ADL program for Jewish teens. This 90 minute training session will: review the definitions of antisemitism and anti-Zionism, understand when criticism of Israel turns antisemitic, understanding common ...
December 11, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Shiur B’Internet Shiur B’Internet Please email Melinda if you are interested in learning more.
December 11, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Social Justice Task Force Social Justice Task Force & Program: Narcan Training with Luana Lienhart, staff therapist in Medications Assisted Recovery @ PEER Service The Social Justice Committee centers around the values of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world, and gemilut chasadim (acts of loving kindness), through a hands-on, interactive, and committee-based approach. There are so many ways to get involved and help to support those suffering as a result of policies of injustice and marginalization. if you are interested in being ...
December 12, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 10:15 am Event Series Jamberry with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) Jamberry with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) Join us for joyful, collaborative music-making with Nicole Jaworski and Jamberry Music! In this class, you and your little one will bond with each other and make new friends while we sing, dance, play, pretend and experiment with instruments. Class is geared to kids 6 months to 2.5 years old and siblings are welcome to ...
December 12, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Show That We Care – Join Our Zoom Chanukah Candle Lighting with Kibbutz Kissufim Beth Emet is taking the lead in addressing the needs of Kibbutz Kissufim, one of the kibbutzim that was attacked and largely destroyed on October 7. Kibbutz Kessufim’s members will be displaced for many months and are currently temporarily housed in an isolated hotel on the Dead Sea. Many of you have been very generous in contributing ...
December 13, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm URJ Heller High School Study Program in Israel Insights and Experiences from an Insider, Lila Selch Beth Emet teen, Lila Selch, a lifelong member, spent the first half of 2023 at Heller High and will be talking about her exciting time in Israel. As part of the program, Lila took the required Jewish history class. On her own time, she attended weekly demonstrations and stayed with many different Israelis. Through these ...
December 14, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller Hebrew 1 with Nancy Fink Can you open a Siddur and participate in the Synagogue service? Do you want to read the prayers in Hebrew? 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. ...
