May 3, 2022 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Not So Current Politics with Professor David Zarefsky Current policy and political decisions often reflect or are influenced by events from earlier historical periods. This ongoing lecture-discussion class investigates these earlier moments and how they relate to the present. The May session will explore the long history of conspiracy arguments. Prior familiarity with the historical periods is not required. No fee for members; ...
May 4, 2022 - May 9, 2022 First Annual Israel Independence Day Film Festival All Access Tickets to 11 Films; A Portion of Each Ticket Sale Benefits Beth Emet Celebrate Israel with six nights of exclusive, award-winning films, available to view from the comfort of home via your TV, computer or mobile devices. Your ticket purchase provides limited-time access to this series of 11 films, plus exclusive bonus content ...
May 4, 2022 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Join Meditation Room
May 4, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Social Action Committee Meeting Whether a first-timer or a seasoned regular, hear updates and learn how you can become involved with supporting Afghan refugees, providing food, shelter and other provisions for homeless and/or hungry individuals (we have several paths from which to choose), addressing Climate Change and so much more. Zoom Link
May 5, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am 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 ...
May 5, 2022 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Join Meditation Room
May 5, 2022 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Gesher Gesher Gesher students learn to identify Jewish values in their lives and to use those values as they make choices. You can see the full list of dates and classes at this link.
May 6, 2022 @ 9:30 am - 10:35 am No A Close Look at Torah Class will not be meeting this week. See you on May 20.
May 6, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Event Series Which Son Was It? Islam and the sacrifice of Ishmael / Judaism and the Binding of Isaac with David Gottlieb Which Son Was It? Islam and the sacrifice of Ishmael / Judaism and the Binding of Isaac with David Gottlieb Islam and Judaism both claim the supreme sacrifice for the eldest sons of their respective traditions. We'll look at similarities and differences between the quranic and biblical tellings of the story and how they developed over time. We'll reflect on the significance of those differences for Jewish-Islamic relations. Member fee $25, or included in Friday ...
May 6, 2022 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Join Meditation Room
May 6, 2022 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Event Series Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners Come learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons in this Jewish themed campaign! All levels are welcome! This class is open to all Beth Emet high schoolers, and is free to students taking Chavaya, Talmidim, or Kabbalat Torah. Register Here
May 6, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Services: A Celebration of Our Staff and Honoring Rabbi Andrea London’s 25 Years in the Rabbinate 6:00 pm Services 7:30 pm Festive Shabbat Dinner RSVP for the Dinner here *Please note that times have changed since our recent postcard was sent* Join in our community celebration to say thank you to our staff for their creativity, flexibility and resilience over these last many months and for all they did and continue ...
May 7, 2022 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Services Kahal Shabbat Morning Services Whether in-person or online participate in worship by signing up for an honor via the online honor form. Pre-registration is no longer required unless you have yet to submit your booster information, (which is required now) and sign the Brit (Covenant of Responsibility) by completing the online form. Ph: 312-626-6799- Meeting ID: 813 2237 5514 / Passcode: ...
May 7, 2022 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Chaya Duarte Kabbalat Mitzvah Click here for LiveStreamTo listen to the service: 847-869-4230 press 7
May 7, 2022 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Nosh and Study with Rabbi David Jaffe 4:00 pm *Just Announced! In-Person! * Rabbi David Jaffe is a teacher to many, and we are fortunate that not only will be giving the D’var Torah on Friday evening, but he will be offering a teaching on Shabbat afternoon. His teaching will focus on Tikkun Middot. To make our Shabbat that much sweeter, please ...
May 8, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan Sunday Morning Minyan Join us on Sundays to daven (pray) the weekday Shacharit (morning) service! The Minyan offers an intimate opportunity to pray with the Beth Emet community. The service explores our ritual, liturgical, and musical traditions in a welcoming setting for people new to prayer while providing a deeper connection for people with more experience. Participants are ...
May 8, 2022 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Gan Yom Rishon In-Person Gan Yom Rishon In-Person Sunday Morning Fun for you and your 3-5 year old! Singing, crafts, stories, movement, and friends. May 1, 8, 15, 22: 4 class sessions Register here (Note: the classroom has limited capacity due to Covid, so please do register if you're planning to attend.)
May 8, 2022 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm No Madrichim in Training and Mitzvah Corps We will not be meeting this week.
May 8, 2022 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Gesher Gesher Gesher students learn to identify Jewish values in their lives and to use those values as they make choices. You can see the full list of dates and classes at this link.
May 9, 2022 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Join Meditation Room
May 9, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Inclusion Committee Meeting Join the Beth Emet Inclusion Committee as we examine our current practices and explore ways to create a culture of belonging and inclusivity for Beth Emet members of all abilities. We know that all individuals can contribute to our community. If interested, please email Terri Michaels or call (847-691-8167) Zoom Link
May 10, 2022 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Jamberry Jamberry 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 ...
May 10, 2022 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Join Meditation Room
May 11, 2022 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Join Meditation Room
May 12, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am 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 ...
May 12, 2022 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Join Meditation Room
May 12, 2022 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Gesher Gesher Gesher students learn to identify Jewish values in their lives and to use those values as they make choices. You can see the full list of dates and classes at this link.
May 13, 2022 @ 9:30 am - 10:35 am *CANCELLED* A Close Look at Torah We apologize for any confusion. Class will not be meeting this week. Rabbi London looks forward to seeing you next week (5.20).
May 13, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Event Series Italian Jewish History: A Virtual Tour with David Shyovitz Italian Jewish History: A Virtual Tour with David Shyovitz Jewish settlement in Italy dates back more than 2000 years, and today visitors to Italy can still see some of the magnificent buildings, monuments, and other relics that encapsulate the rich and diverse Italian Jewish experience. This class will offer a virtual tour of Rome and Venice as seen from the vantage point of Jewish ...
May 13, 2022 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Join Meditation Room
May 13, 2022 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Event Series Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners Come learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons in this Jewish themed campaign! All levels are welcome! This class is open to all Beth Emet high schoolers, and is free to students taking Chavaya, Talmidim, or Kabbalat Torah. Register Here
May 13, 2022 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Services Kabbalat Shabbat Services Welcome Shabbat whether in the Sanctuary or online! Pre-registration is no longer required unless you have yet to submit your booster information, (which is required now) and sign the Brit (Covenant of Responsibility) by completing the online form. To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7 Join Livestream
