Havdalah Happening! February 17, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Perfect for families with kids 6 and under. Each child can decorate a Sh’ma pillowcase, and we’ll have stories, singing and snacks. Cost: donation of new kid’s sweatshirts sizes 6-10 for ESCCA. Non-Members Register Here Members Register Here
Sunday Morning Minyan February 18, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Sunday Morning Minyan The Sunday Morning Minyan will meet offsite as the Beth Emet building will be closed. Contact Jonathan Hartman-Seeskin for more information. 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 ...
From Independence/Nakba to October 7 and its Aftermath February 18, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Learning Together: An Interfaith Approach to the War in Gaza How Israelis and Palestinians See Themselves and Each Other: A Multi-Lens Perspective on Israel-Palestine Saturday, February 17 | 2:00 pm From the Origin of Zionism to the Fateful Year of 1948 Sunday, February 18 | 2:00 pm From Independence/Nakba to October 7 and its Aftermath ...
Presidents’ Day- Office Closed February 19, 2024 Presidents’ Day- Building Closed Should you need to contact someone at Beth Emet during this time, please call the main number (847-869-4230), and press 4. The Clergy are available in case of an emergency. We look forward to connecting with you when the offices reopen on Tuesday.
Jamberry with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) February 20, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:15 am 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 ...
Dayenu Circle February 20, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Calling on all those concerned about climate change. Attend the next Dayenu Circle zoom meeting, and we will be discussing our plans for Earth Day 2024! For more information, contact Sharon Smaller, smallersharon@gmail.com.
Hebrew 1 with Nancy Fink February 22, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller 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. ...
Oneg Shabbat Sponsored by the Lopez-Gilson Family February 23, 2024 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Welcome Shabbat before services with a nosh and some conversation between new and old friends. This Oneg Shabbat is sponsored by the Lopez-Gilson Family in honor of Silvia Lopez-Gilson's Kabbalat Mitzvah.
Kahal Shabbat Morning Services February 24, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Kahal Shabbat Morning Services Whether in-person or online participate in worship by signing up for an honor via the online honor form.
Donor Appreciation Event February 24, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm In appreciation of all Beth Emet donors (to Mitzvah Appeal, Kibbutz Kissufim or other funds), enjoy an evening of desserts, drinks and trivia! *Please note that registration for this event is now closed. We look forward to seeing you at another Beth Emet event.
Sunday Morning Minyan February 25, 2024 @ 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 ...
What is Leadership? How is it the same or different from Authority? with Rabbi Marianne Novak February 25, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am In our Biblical and Rabbinic tradition, what makes a leader? How can a leader have true legitimacy with an active God presence? We will look at various leaders in our history to tease out these questions that are still so relevant for us today. Non-Members Register Here Members Register Here RABBI MARIANNE NOVAK received her semikha ...
Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt February 25, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 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 ...
Hebrew 2 with Bluma February 25, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 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 ...
Shiur B’Internet February 26, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Shiur B’Internet Please email Melinda if you are interested in learning more.
Jamberry with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) February 27, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:15 am 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 ...
Hebrew 1 with Nancy Fink February 29, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller 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. ...
Young Family Shabbat Dinner March 1, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Welcome Shabbat at Young Family Shabbat Dinner. We'll take care of the food (and wine), you bring the kids, and grandparents too! Perfect for families with kids ages 0-6. $25/household Members Register Here Non-Members Register Here $25
Kabbalat Shabbat Service with March Birthday Blessing March 1, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service Welcome Shabbat whether in the Sanctuary or online! On this Shabbat, we also offer a blessing for all those who are celebrating a birthday in March. Tonight. To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7.
Kahal Shabbat Morning Services March 2, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Kahal Shabbat Morning Services Whether in-person or online participate in worship by signing up for an honor via the online honor form.
Kahal Potluck Lunch March 2, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Kahal Potluck Lunch If you are able to attend on Saturday morning, please consider bringing a vegetarian, nut-free dish or lunch item for all to enjoy. The potluck will take place in the Sanctuary and on LiveControl. Please also take a moment to jot down a list of ingredients that can be displayed with your dish for the ...
Sunday Morning Minyan March 3, 2024 @ 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 ...
Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt March 3, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 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 ...
Hebrew 2 with Bluma March 3, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 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 ...
Shiur B’Internet March 4, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Shiur B’Internet Please email Melinda if you are interested in learning more.
Jamberry with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) March 5, 2024 @ 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 ...
Soul Stitchers- Virtual Knitting Circle March 5, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Soul Stitchers- Virtual Knitting Circle Know how to knit and/or crochet? As a tribute to Nikki Zarefsky z”l, join us for an hour (on zoom) of knitting and connecting as we create shawls to warm people during services and/or healing shawls that will bring warmth to those in need in a hospital, home or other settings. Newcomers are welcome and ...
Hebrew 1 with Nancy Fink March 7, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller 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. ...
A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London March 8, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret Torah and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. We will continue our learning from last year, reading and interpreting the text of the Book of Deuteronomy line by line. New learners are always welcome. No Fee for members; non-members fee is $130 Non-Members Register Here Members Register ...
Oneg Shabbat (Desserts & Fruit) March 8, 2024 @ 7:45 pm - 8:15 pm Oneg Shabbat (Desserts & Fruit) Continue the joy of Shabbat with a few sweets and conversation following services.
Kahal Shabbat Morning Services March 9, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Kahal Shabbat Morning Services Whether in-person or online participate in worship by signing up for an honor via the online honor form.
Sunday Morning Minyan March 10, 2024 @ 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 ...
Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt March 10, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 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 ...
Hebrew 2 with Bluma March 10, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 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 ...
