Conversational Hebrew May 10 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Introduction to 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.
Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew May 11 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew with Bluma Stoller 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.
Jamberry music early summer class May 12 @ 9:30 am - 10:15 am Jamberry early summer music class 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 ...
Dayenu Circle May 12 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Dayenu Circle Monthly Meeting This Month's Dayenu Circle Meeting Want to address climate change based on Jewish values through education, sustainability, and advocacy work? Attend the next Zoom meetings at the Dayenu Circle (Beth ...
The Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel Soup Kitchen at Beth Emet May 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Soup Kitchen 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 ...
Current Politics with David Zarefsky May 13 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Current Politics with David Zarefsky Hybrid Event A congregational favorite, this continuing lecture series is a discussion about contemporary public issues of interest to Jews as citizens. David Zarefsky is the Owen L. Coon Professor Emeritus of ...
Beit Sefer May 14 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm 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, ...
Beacon of Light Protest May 14 @ 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm Beacon of Light Protest Contact the office for more information
Israeli Dancing May 14 @ 7:15 pm - 11:30 pm 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 The ...
A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London May 15 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am 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, we turn to N’viim / Prophets, ...
Kabbalat Shabbat Services May 15 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Services Welcome Shabbat with our Kabbalat Shabbat Service! Whether in the Sanctuary or online!
Kabbalat Torah & Gesher ceremony May 15 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm The Shabbat when we celebrate our 7th grade Gesher students and 12th grade Kabbalat Torah class is a beloved moment honoring our next generation of Jewish learners and leaders. During the service, our graduating seniors will share reflections on what Beth Emet and Judaism mean to them as they prepare for the next chapter of their lives. The 7th graders mark the culmination of their Gesher year, witnessing the older students model Jewish engagement in high school. After the service, Gesher families gather for a brief ceremony where students share what they’ve learned about how Judaism and community can guide them as they grow. This meaningful evening highlights the continuity of Jewish learning from childhood through young adulthood.
