Pesach, Day 7 Festival Service and Yizkor April 8 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Celebrate the Festival of Pesach as we pray, sing and learn in-person and on Zoom. A Yizkor service will immediately follow.
The Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel Soup Kitchen at Beth Emet April 8 @ 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 ...
Yom HaShoah Photo Exhibit April 9 - April 12 In recognition of Yom HaShoah, Beth Emet will host a photographic exhibit from Zachor: The Holocaust Memory Project in the Crown Room, Thursday, April 9 through Sunday, April 12. The exhibit features powerful portraits of Holocaust survivors paired with brief reflections from their lives, preserving their stories and honoring their resilience. The project’s name, Zachor (Hebrew for “remember") reflects the Jewish responsibility to carry these memories forward and to confront hatred and antisemitism in our own time.
Beit Sefer April 9 @ 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 April 9 @ 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm Beacon of Light Protest Contact the office for more information
Israeli Dancing April 9 @ 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.
The Latest News with J Street’s Jeremy Ben-Ami and Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss April 9 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm J Street President Jeremy Ben-Ami will be at Beth Emet for a timely, intimate conversation with Rabbi London about Israel, the Middle East, and how American Jews are navigating this unprecedented political moment. As elections approach at hoome and in Israel, we'll discuss how we canhelp shape a future grounded in the Jewish values of justice, peace, and freedom.
A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London April 10 @ 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. ...
Christian Nationalism, Antisemitism, and Democracy April 10 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Discuss the interlocking issues in our world today of Christian nationalism, antisemitism, and democracy in this adult education class with Rabbi Toby Manewith. In-person and Zoom. Member registration Guest registration
Christian Nationalism, Antisemitism, and Democracy April 10 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Discuss the interlocking issues in our world today of Christian Nationalism, antisemitism, and democracy in this adult education class with Rabbi Toby Manewith. In-person and Zoom. Members, register here. Guests, register here. Beth Emet uses budgeted funds and fees to support our adult education program. This year, instead of individual registration fees for specific ...
Kabbalat Shabbat Services April 10 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Services Welcome Shabbat with our Kabbalat Shabbat Service! Whether in the Sanctuary or online!
Tot Shabbat April 11 @ 9:00 am - 9:30 am Crown Room 1224 Dempster Street, Evanston, IL, United States
Kahal Shabbat Morning Service April 11 @ 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 ...
Kabbalat Mitzvah of Leo and Max Isroff, Children of Michael and Ali Isroff April 11 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday Morning Minyan April 12 @ 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 April 12 @ 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.
Conversation About Antisemitism at School April 12 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am In conjunction with our Zachor Project photo exhibit, we will have a complementary conversation for adults during Beit Sefer about antisemitism. Rabbi Toby Manewith and Director of Lifelong Learning Lauren Reeves will talk about the antisemitism that many school-age children are encountering today. We will discuss how parents can respond when their child shares these ...
Conversational Hebrew April 12 @ 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.
Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew April 13 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew with Bluma Stoller If you’d like to participate more meaningfully at services, this class can help you continue to develop your Hebrew skills. Participants will develop Hebrew reading proficiency while exploring the vocabulary, structure, and themes of Shabbat worship services and prayers.
Jamberry Music with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by jBaby) April 14 @ 9:30 am - 10:15 am 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 ...
