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  • Introduction to Hebrew

    Conversational Hebrew

    This class uses an Ulpan-like immersive setting to teach modern conversational Hebrew. Participants will read news articles, discuss life and current events, and other basic conversations in Hebrew. The only prerequisite is basic Hebrew skills.

  • 6th-8th grade youth group Escape Room

    After Beit Sefer on November 16, middle schoolers will have a youth group event at Lock Chicago escape room! They will leave from Beth Emet in carpools and conclude approximately 2:00 pm. With mental twists and challenges, participants will work together as a team to solve the puzzles and have fun escaping the room.

  • Introduction to Hebrew

    Introduction to Hebrew

    Introduction to Hebrew meets most Sundays, 12:15–1:15 pm when Beit Sefer meets. This beginner class is an opportunity for learners with no or limited Hebrew background to become familiar with the Hebrew alphabet, how to sound out Hebrew words, and begin to develop reading proficiency. You will also acquire some basic Hebrew vocabulary that connects us to Jewish life, ritual, tradition, and Israel. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah.

  • Tikkun Middot through the Senses

    Tikkun Middot through the Senses

    Tikkun Middot through the Senses will explore the power of creativity as a tool for our own personal renewal and spiritual connection. Using writing, image making, music, movement and prayer, we will explore how the obstacles and opportunities present in each moment of our lives impact our choices and actions. No prior experience is necessary – just a willing heart and an openness to new avenues of expression. If you’ve thought about embracing your inner muse with a stance of curiosity, then this va’ad (group) is for you.

  • Be the Light November Concert

    Members Register Here Guests Register Here' Part of the proceeds will go to support The Jerusalem Youth Chorus: Where Palestinians and Israelis are raising their voices to push back against ...

  • Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew with Bluma Stoller

    Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew

    If you’d like to participate more meaningfully at services, this class can help you continue to develop your Hebrew skills. Participants will develop Hebrew reading proficiency while exploring the vocabulary, structure, and themes of Shabbat worship services and prayers.

  • Israeli Society, the Oslo Accords, and the Aftermath

    Members Register Here Guests Register Here In this talk, Dr. Maayan Hilel will trace key political and social developments in Israel from the Oslo Accords to the present day. Together, ...

  • Beit Sefer

    Beit Sefer

    Beit Sefer is an engaging Jewish learning program for students in Kindergarten through 7th grade. Classes explore Jewish values, holidays, Torah stories, and Hebrew in a supportive and fun environment, ...