March 17 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Funeral of Bruce H. Segal Click here to view the funeral. We regret to inform you of the death of Bruce H. Segal, who died on Thursday, March 13, 2025. Bruce was the father of member Alison (Dan Lefkovitz) Segal; the husband of Judith, nee Weinstein; grandfather of Isaac, Amos, and Simon Lefkovitz; son of Joseph and Anne, nee Carmen; ...
March 17 @ 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Event Series Shiur B’Internet Shiur B’internet We offer an alternative virtual Beit Sefer class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays, these students will also participate in Shiur b'Internet on Monday evenings. Registration is limited and permission from ...
March 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Shiur B’Internet Shiur B’internet We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. Registration is limited and permission from the ...
March 17 @ 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm Event Series Shiur B’Internet Shiur B’internet We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. Registration is limited and permission from the ...
March 17 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Beth Emet’s Annual Meeting The zoom link will be sent to all members the day of the meeting. If you need one please email the office.
March 18 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Jamberry with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) Jamberry Music 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 ...
March 19 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Soup Kitchen The Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel Soup Kitchen at Beth Emet 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.
March 20 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Gesher Gesher (Thursdays) Gesher (the Hebrew word for bridge) is designed to bridge the growth of our 7th grade students from children in the Jewish community to being adults. Our students spend this year advancing their understanding of Judaism as a religion, community, and culture as they begin the next stage of their Jewish identities. Gesher's goal is ...
March 20 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Beit Sefer (Thursdays) Beit Sefer (Thursdays) Judaic studies and prayer-based Hebrew instruction are taught for one hour each on Thursdays and Sundays. We use the Reform Movement’s Chai curriculum which is based on the fundamental pillars of Judaism: Torah (text), Avodah (worship), and Gemilut Chasadim (acts of loving-kindness). Together with our Cantor and teachers, students focus on specific aspects of the ...
March 20 @ 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Finding a Balance, With Marci Dickman Finding Balance, with Marci Dickman Speaking from our hearts, finding greater equanimity and balance in turbulent times - not easy to do. We will use poetry, songs and lyrics, Jewish text, and our own experiences to reflect on ourselves and explore our reactions to the world around us. This class is open to all and will follow the pattern of ...
March 20 @ 7:15 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series Israeli Dancing 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
March 21 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London 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 this past May, we turn to N’viim / Prophets, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new, please register below. Additionally if you plan to participate online, ...
March 21 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Shabbat as a Spiritual Practice, with Rabbi Dr. Rivkah (Roberta) Glick Shabbat as a Spiritual Practice, with Rabbi Dr. Rivkah (Roberta) Glick Members Register Here Guests Register Here It may be difficult to be kind and compassionate in the midst of uncertainty, injustice, racism, poverty, and severe climate crises across the planet. Yet each week we have Shabbat, our time for taking in all the experiences of the week and a time of consolidation and contemplation. Shabbat ...
March 21 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Light Oneg Oneg Shabbat sponsored by Lee and Gita Weintraub The Oneg Shabbat is sponsored by Lee and Gita Weintraub. The enhanced musical experience of Soul Spark Shabbat is sponsored by the Beth Emet officers in honor of Lee Weintraub’s service as Board President.
March 21 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Soul Spark Shabbat Services Soul Spark Shabbat Services Step into a transcendent Shabbat service unlike any other! Immerse yourself in an extraordinary fusion of spirituality and melody, as our esteemed clergy, talented musicians, and captivating singers lead you through an enchanting tapestry of soul-stirring music, profound meditations, and illuminating teachings. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to enrich your soul and deepen ...
