May 17 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am Event Series A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London 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 ...
May 17 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg Shabbat (Desserts & Fruit) Oneg Sponsored by: Kabbalat Torah families Continue the joy of Shabbat with a few sweets and conversation following services. Sponsored by the Kabbalat Torah families in honor of their graduates, this year's Kabbalat Torah students.
May 17 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Service Kabbalat Shabbat Service Honoring Kabbalat Torah Students Welcome Shabbat whether in the Sanctuary or online! Tonight. To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7. Tonight, we will honor our Kabbalat Torah (High-School seniors) and Gesher (seventh graders) for their graduation. You won't want to miss this wonderful occasion.
May 18 @ 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.
May 19 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan 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 ...
May 19 @ 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 ...
May 19 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Tzedekah Committee Spring Box Drop off and Exchange It’s that time of year again for our spring Tzedekah Box drive, a time to accept donations, hand out new boxes, and respond to any questions you may have regarding the tzedakah grant program. Donations may also be made by credit card, e-check or billed to your account. As always, contributions received are used exclusively ...
May 19 @ 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 ...
May 19 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Event Series Kovachim Kovachim Calling all singers in grades 3- 12! Bring a friend and come join Cantor Young to learn some fun music for our first choir Shabbat on June 7. Bring a joyful spirit. Music will be provided to all participants. Please click here to sign-up.
May 20 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Board of Trustees Meeting Join us for the board's monthly meeting. For more information please email Jody
May 21 @ 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 ...
May 21 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Dayenu Circle Monthly Meeting Dayenu Circle This Month's Dayenu Circle Meeting 7:30 Want to address climate change based on Jewish values through education, sustainability, and advocacy work? Attend Dayenu Circle (Beth Emet's green team) monthly Zoom meeting. This will be our final meeting of the spring. We will then take a brief hiatus in June and July and resume regular monthly ...
May 22 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm IDF Soldiers Share Their Experiences in the War Against Hamas Listen to two Israeli graduate students, who are IDF reserve officers, tell their stories. They returned home to Israel soon after October 7th. They were courageously committed to defending the Jewish people and the land of Israel by serving in the IDF during an extraordinary national emergency. For security reasons, we ask that you not ...
May 23 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Conversation W/ Rabbi London Surrounding College Campuses If you have a college-aged student and would like to join for a discussion around events on college campuses with Rabbi London in a safe, judgment-free environment, please sign up below. Member registration Guest registration (Fee included)
May 24 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am Event Series A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London 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 ...
May 24 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg Shabbat (Desserts & Fruit) Oneg: Sponsored by the Schachter Family On this Erev Shabbat (Friday), Rabbi London will conclude this year’s One Book, One Congregation with a D’var Torah in the book's final section. Following services, we will have an Oneg and facilitated conversation to delve deeper into the book. Haven’t read the book yet? No worries! Come anyways! Register today! so we can ...
May 24 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Service Kabbalat Shabbat Service Welcome to Shabbat, whether in the Sanctuary or online! Tonight, to listen to the service, dial 847-869-4230 and press 7. If you're interested in registering for the post-Shabbat Oneg and discussion on the book “A Letter in the Scroll” by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, please click here.
May 24 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm D’var Torah: A Letter in the Scroll – Part 4 Oneg & Discussion Rabbi London will offer her concluding D'var Torah on our One Book One Congregation selection, A Letter in the Scroll, at Kabbalat Shabbat on Friday, May 24. Before the service, there will be a special Oneg sponsored by the Schachter Family in honor of Maya becoming a Kabbalat Mitzvah. After the service, a facilitated book ...
May 25 @ 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.
May 26 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan 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 ...
May 27 Event Series Memorial Day- Building Closed Memorial 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.
May 28 @ 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 ...
May 29 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Choir Rehearsal Choir Rehearsal Join the Beth Emet choir practices, leading to a culminating shabbat on June 7th. For more information contact Cantor Young
May 29 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Pursuing Peace in Israel-Palestine W/ Partners for Progressive Israel All too often, religion is blamed for the political strife between Jews and Palestinians. Painfully, right-wing fundamentalist actors in both Israeli and Palestinian society have grabbed for political power using religious language. People of both faiths have roles and responsibilities to play in the search for a just and peaceful solution to the conflict, security ...
May 31 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am Event Series A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London 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 ...
May 31 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Helene Rosenberg Celebration Every year, many members of the congregation volunteer their time to plan and implement enriching programs, and we will honor one of our leaders in this area: Helene Rosenberg. She has chaired our Adult Education Committee for many years, encouraging diverse programming and opening the door to thought-provoking Jewish learning for members of the Beth ...
May 31 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg Shabbat (Desserts & Fruit) Oneg: Sponsored by Andy Huckman This Oneg is sponsored by Andy Huckman in memory of his mother, Beverly Huckman, on the 5th anniversary of her yahrzeit.
May 31 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm YLD’s Shul Shuffle Ready to immerse yourself in the beauty of Shabbat at our local synagogue? Step into a world of spiritual enrichment and community connection with Temple Beth Emet's Suburban Shul Shuffle, brought to you by YLD! Join us for an unforgettable Shabbat experience featuring our esteemed clergy, talented musicians, and soulful singers. Prepare to be moved ...
May 31 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Service Soul Spark Shabbat Service Join our clergy, musicians and singers for a unique Shabbat experience filled with soul-stirring music and contemplative meditations and teachings. To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7.
June 1 @ 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.
June 1 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Kahal Potluck Lunch 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. Please also take a moment to jot down a list of ingredients that can be displayed with your dish for the benefit of those with food allergies. Instead of a potluck item, ...
June 2 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan Sunday Morning Minyan (Offsite) 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 ...
June 2 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Event Series Kovachim (Cancelled) Kovachim Calling all singers in grades 3- 12! Bring a friend and come join Cantor Young to learn some fun music for our first choir Shabbat on June 7. Bring a joyful spirit. Music will be provided to all participants. Please click here to sign-up.
June 3 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Board of Trustees Meeting Monthly Board Meeting The synagogue's monthly board meeting will be held soon, focusing on important discussions and planning. All board members are encouraged to attend.
June 4 @ 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 ...
June 5 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Choir Rehearsal Choir Rehearsal Join the Beth Emet choir practices, leading to a culminating shabbat on June 7th. For more information contact Cantor Young
June 7 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am Event Series A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London 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 ...
June 7 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg Shabbat (Desserts & Fruit) Oneg: Sponsor by anonymous Donor Continue the joy of Shabbat with a few sweets and conversation before services, sponsored by an anonymous donor.
June 7 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Service Kabbalat Shabbat Service Welcome Shabbat whether in the Sanctuary or online! Tonight. To livestream the service click on the virtual access button.
June 7 @ 7:45 pm - 9:00 pm Challah Bake Off Shabbat Dinner: Here’s Your Chance to Be a Challah Star… or Taster Miss the Challah Midrash and eager to show off your challah baking skills? Interested in sampling home-baked challot (plural for challah)? Here’s your chance! Sign up for the inaugural festive Challah Bake Off Shabbat Dinner, and if you bring a challah, you get $5.00 off per person on the dinner price of $18.00 per adult; ...
June 8 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Pride Tot Shabbat Singing and stories with Rabbi London and Cantor Young, celebrating diversity and open hearts, with a colorful treat!! Perfect for families with kids 5 and under. Please register so that we can have adequate snacks for everyone. Members: Non-Members:
June 8 @ 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.
June 9 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan Sunday Morning Minyan (Offsite) 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 ...
June 9 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm J-Street: A pathforward creating a political horizon for Israel-Palestine Register here Over seven months since October 7th, J Street continues to call for the return of the hostages, increased humanitarian aid in Gaza, and an end to the war. Despite the daily turmoil, we hold onto hope for a secure and peaceful future for Israel-Palestine. Dr. Debra Shushan, J Street Director of Policy, will ...
June 11 Shavout, Office close at 3 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.
June 11 @ 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 ...
June 11 @ 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm Shavuot: Experience the Torah of Healing through Song, Drumming, Middot Study, Worship… and Eating Members Register Here Guests Register Here Spend the night enriching the soul and nurturing spiritual growth. From the second night of Passover until Shavuot, we count the Omer each of the 49 days, linking our redemption from slavery to the revelation of the Torah at Mt. Sinai. As we move from bondage to freedom, the ...
June 12 Office Closed for Shavout 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.
June 12 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Shavuot Festival Morning Services Festival morning services at Beth Emet are vibrant gatherings where the community celebrates significant events with prayers, Torah readings, and traditional music. The beautifully adorned sanctuary and harmonious sounds create an atmosphere of joy, unity, and spiritual renewal. Shavuot begins the evening of Tuesday, June 11th, and ends Thursday, June 13th, at sundown. Come and ...
June 14 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Service Kabbalat Shabbat Service (Partnership with Connections for the Homeless) To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7. Greetings! Our relationship with Connections for the Homeless has never been stronger, and we are grateful to those in our social justice community who continue to find ways in which we can support and partner with them. On Friday, June 14, at Kabbalat Shabbat ...
June 14 @ 7:45 pm - 8:15 pm Event Series Oneg Shabbat (Desserts & Fruit) Oneg Shabbat Sponsored by the Beth Emet – Connections for the Homeless Team Continue the joy of Shabbat with a few sweets and conversation following services. In honor of our special guests: Connections for the Homeless.
June 15 @ 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.
June 15 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Kabbalat Mitzvah of: Kabbalat Mitzvah of: Eli Milton This Shabbat, we celebrate a special occasion as Eli is called to the Torah for his Kabbalat Mitzvah (What is this?)! This joyous event marks a significant milestone in their life, symbolizing their dedication, growth, and commitment to their faith and community. The ceremony will be held in the Sanctuary. We look forward to ...
June 15 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Event Series Kabbalat Mitzvah of: Kabbalat Mitzvah of: Parker Breivald This Shabbat, we celebrate a special occasion as Parker is called to the Torah for his Kabbalat Mitzvah (What is this?)! This joyous event marks a significant milestone in their life, symbolizing their dedication, growth, and commitment to their faith and community. The ceremony will be held in the Sanctuary. We look forward to ...
June 16 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan Sunday Morning Minyan (Offsite) 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 ...
June 17 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm BE Noar: Parent Engagement Session For more information for next year's upcoming BE Noar program! For more information, please contact Marci Dickman.
June 18 @ 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 ...
June 18 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Board of Trustees Meeting Monthly Board Meeting The synagogue's monthly board meeting will be held soon, focusing on important discussions and planning. All board members are encouraged to attend.
June 19 Event Series Juneteenth- Beth Emet Offices Closed Juneteenth- Beth Emet Offices 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. Juneteenth marks the date when news of emancipation finally reached Galveston, Texas, confirming the freedom of the last remaining enslaved people in the deepest parts ...
