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Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan

Sunday Morning Minyan

Join us on Sundays to daven (pray) the weekday Shacharit (morning) service! We are returning to the building! 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 our ritual, liturgical, and musical traditions ...

Event Series Gan Yom Rishon

Gan Yom Rishon

Gan Yom Rishon is an interactive class for children ages 3-5, with a parent/caregiver, that meets on Sunday mornings in-person at Beth Emet. Each week we’ll experience Judaism through music, art, cooking, and stories. Gan Yom Rishon is also open to non-members. Non-Members Register Here Members Register Here Class Dates: September 18 October 2, 9, ...

Event Series Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller

Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller

Hebrew 1 is 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. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life, ritual, tradition, and Israel. This class will begin ...

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 $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student minimum for this class) Contact Marci if you are interested or have questions.

Event Series Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller

Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller

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. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life, ritual, tradition, and Israel. Member fee $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student ...

Purim Clothing Swap Hosted by Chavayah

The entire congregation is invited to Chavayah's " SWAP don't SHOP!" In the spirit of bal taschit- do not destroy or waste needlessly! Combat fast fashion waste, meet your community, clean out your closet! Find a fun (free) Purim look! Learn More Please note: No Donations necessary to join!      

What are the Takeaways for the US from Uruguay’s Transformative Climate Change Measures?

Uruguay is an international Climate Change leader which has transformed its energy sector to 90% renewables, planned relocation of vulnerable coastal communities, built climate resilient infrastructure, and changed agriculture as well as cattle ranching, for sustainability and climate resilience. This transformation provides important examples for changes that are needed in the U.S. And how diplomacy ...

Event Series Qigong with Netiva Caftori

Qigong with Netiva Caftori

There are so many moving parts in our day to day lives. Our very own Netiva Caftori, invites us to experience the healing practice of Qigong with her. Qigong is a millennia-old system of coordinated body-posture and movement, breathing, and meditation used for the purposes of health and spirituality. Beginners are encouraged to try out ...

The Purpose of Jewish Literature Today with Dr. Claire Sufrin

Do novelists fill the role once occupied by prophets? Are Jewish novelists writing books that are either too Jewish or not Jewish enough? We will read and discuss two recent essays- each addressing one of these questions- alongside two recent novels, The Netanyahus by Joshua Cohen and Fleischman is in Trouble by Taffy Brodesser-Akner. We will consider: ...

Reproductive Rights Kabbalat Shabbat Services with D’var Torah by Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg and March Birthday Blessings

Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg will share this Shabbat's D'var Torah titled, " The Torah of Reproductive Justice" in honor of Reproductive Rights Shabbat. Continue the work at tomorrow's Reproductive Rights: Purchasing and Packing Gift Bags for Abortion Patients event. As this is the first Friday of the month, we will be offering a birthday blessing to ...

Event Series Kahal Potluck Lunch

Kahal Potluck Lunch

We will gather for lunch immediately following the Kahal service while adhering to our current Covid protocols. 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 ...

Reproductive Rights: Purchasing and Packing Gift Bags for Abortion Patients

For our first event, Beth Emet's Reproductive Rights Task Force is supporting Planned Parenthood of Illinois packing care bags to people who have had abortions. Our goal is to provide 100 bags. You are invited to donate funds, and/or help pack the bags. We'll also write notes to abortion patients and clinic staff. Inspired by ...