Soul Stitchers- Virtual Knitting Circle
2022-12-06 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
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 encouraged to join! Please send us an email with any questions.
Zoom Link
Ph: 312-626-6799 | Meeting ID: 868 2649 2061|Passcode: [REDACTED]

Soul Stitchers- Virtual Knitting Circle
2022-12-06 19:30 - 20:30
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 encouraged to join! Please send us an email with any questions.

Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality
2022-12-07 11:30 - 12:00, 2022-12-08 11:30 - 12:00, 2022-12-09 11:30 - 12:00, 2022-12-12 11:30 - 12:00
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Soup Kitchen
2022-12-07 18:00 - 19:00

Qigong with Netiva Caftori
2022-12-08 10:00 - 11:00
There are so many moving parts in our day to day lives. Our very own Netiva Caftori, invites us to experience the healing practice of Qigong with her. Qigong is a millennia-old system of coordinated body-posture and movement, breathing, and meditation used for the purposes of health and spirituality. Beginners are encouraged to try out this session.
Join Here

Beit Sefer - Grades 3-6
2022-12-08 16:15 - 18:15

Gesher Class (Grade 7)
2022-12-08 16:15 - 18:15
Gesher students learn to identify Jewish values in their lives and to use those values as they make choices. You can see the full list of dates and classes at this link.

Cooking Magic with Artist and Chef Robin Langer
2022-12-08 19:00 - 20:30
Cooking Magic is all about fast, easy, healthy, and delicious meals. Come for recipes, cooking, and comradery. This program is for everyone from kitchen novices to experienced cooks.
This class will now be held in a hybrid fashion with a limited number of participants in person at Robin Langer’s home. All participants will be sent all the recipes in advance so they can follow along as Robin demonstrates the cooking instructions.
Non-Members Register Here
Members Register Here

A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London
2022-12-09 09:30 - 10:35
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-member fee is $120.
Non-Members Register Here
Members Register Here

Pre-Shabbat Parent-Child Yoga!
2022-12-09 11:00 - 12:00
Sign up now for some fun with your little one, taught by Karen Achtman. Co-sponsored by JBaby.
This adult/ child class consists of yoga poses, songs, movement, and stories. We’ll incorporate a Jewish twist with some of the songs, stories, and poses each week during this pre-Shabbat class. Join us for a great opportunity to connect with and bond with your child, while having lots of fun! Benefits of practicing yoga include stretching our body, improving flexibility, balance, and coordination.
This class meets for 6 weeks: October 28, November 4 and 18, and December 2 and 9
Register Here

What Story is the Tanakh Telling? with Rabbi Michael Balinsky
2022-12-09 11:00 - 12:15
It goes without saying that the Bible is filled with stories. Are there also overarching themes and messages emerging from the text that Tanakh is trying to teach us? We will explore two approaces and suggest some unexpected themes. Please bring a Tanakh to class.
Member fee $25, or included in Friday morning package; non-member fee $35
Non-Members Register Here
Members Register Here
RABBI MICHAEL BALINSKY was the Executive Vice-President of the Chicago Board of Rabbis and was Director of the Louis and Saerree Fiedler Hillel Center at Northwestern University for nineteen years. He greatly enjoys teaching adults and helping them engage with classical Jewish sacred texts in an open, pluralistic setting. He is a graduate of Yeshiva University and the Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary.

Kabbalat Shabbat Services
2022-12-09 18:30 - 20:00
Welcome Shabbat whether in the Sanctuary or online! Masks are no longer required and are encouraged. There will be a masks-required section for those that feel more comfortable in the Sanctuary.
To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7

Tot Shabbat and Family Baking for Soup Kitchen
2022-12-10 09:15 - 10:00
We’ll provide the supplies, you bring the kids—and together we’ll whip up some delicious treats for our Soup Kitchen guests. What a fun way to make the world a better place. Perfect for families (including grandparents!) with kids under age 6.

Kahal Shabbat Morning Services
2022-12-10 09:30 - 11:30
Whether in-person or online participate in worship by signing up for an honor via the online honor form. Masks are no longer required and are encouraged.
Ph: 312-626-6799- Meeting ID: 813 2237 5514 / Passcode: [REDACTED]

Rebecca Weiner Kabbalat Mitzvah
2022-12-10 10:30 - 12:00

Sunday Morning Minyan
2022-12-11 09:00 - 10:00
Join us on Sundays to daven (pray) the weekday Shacharit (morning) service! We are returning to the building! 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 our ritual, liturgical, and musical traditions in a welcoming setting for people new to prayer while providing a deeper connection for people with more experience.
Participants are encouraged to wear a tallit and tefillin.

Sunday Morning Moves with Nichola Goss
2022-12-11 09:30 - 10:20
Looking for motivation to move your body and soul as well as connection to community? This combo cardio/ stretch class is offered while kids are in Beit Sefer. You will work our inner strength while stretching your entire body. Bring a yoga or exercise mat and your desire to move. All bodies and mindsets are welcome.
Come experience camaraderie and gain flexibility! $10/session
Members Register Here
Non-Members Register Here
NICHOLA GOSS, BFA from the University of Texas at Austin and is certified in PBT, Pilates Matt, and Ace. Nichola has been accumulating exercise techniques from Ballet to exercise science for the last 30 years. She has taught dance and movement in venues throughout our community, including Beth Emet.

Gan Yom Rishon
2022-12-11 09:30 - 11:00
Gan Yom Rishon is an interactive class for children ages 3-5, with a parent/caregiver, that meets on Sunday mornings in-person at Beth Emet. Each week we’ll experience Judaism through music, art, cooking, and stories. Gan Yom Rishon is also open to non-members.
Non-Members Register Here
Members Register Here
Class Dates:
September 18
October 2, 9, 16, 23
November 6, 13, 20
December 4, 11, 18
January 15, 22
February 5, 12, 26
March 12, 19, 26
April 16, 23, 30
May 7, 14, 21

Beit Sefer
2022-12-11 09:30 - 12:00

Here All Along Discussion with Rabbi London
2022-12-11 09:45 - 11:00
This year the Beth Emet community is reading the book, Here All Along by Sarah Hurwitz. Rabbi London will lead a conversation about Chapter 3: Freeing God from “His” Human-Shaped Cage in the Sky. This conversation is open to all adults, even if you did not attend our first conversation with Rabbi London in November. We especially encourage parents of 4th and 5th grade Beit Sefer students to attend, as they will be learning about an excerpt from this chapter in class!
Future discussion dates: January 15, March 12, April 23 and May 7
The One Book, One Congregation programs are generously sponsored by the Judith F. Krug Fund, David and Florence Fingeret Fund, Solomon and Lillian Krug Fund, and the JELLO (Jewish Education: Lifelong Learning Opportunities) Funds in the Beth Emet Foundation.

Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller
2022-12-11 10:15 - 11:45
Hebrew 1 is 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. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life, ritual, tradition, and Israel.
This class will begin remotely, through Zoom, and continue in person as conditions permit.
Member fee $220; non-member fee $270
(five-student minimum for this class; Scholarships are available)
Non-Member Register Here
Member Register Here
BLUMA STOLLER is a Beth Emet congregant and a graduate of Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary. She was the North American Director of Academic Affairs for Tel Aviv University and was the recipient of Hillel International’s Exemplar of Excellence Award for her commitment to social justice and tikkun olam. She has held leadership positions in major Jewish organizations including the Boards of Combined Jewish Philanthropies, the JCRC of Greater Boston, and Project Otzma.

Gesher Class ( Grade 7)
2022-12-11 10:30 - 12:00

Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt
2022-12-11 11:30 - 12:30
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 $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student minimum for this class)
Contact Marci if you are interested or have questions.

Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller
2022-12-11 12:15 - 13:15
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. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life, ritual, tradition, and Israel. Member fee $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student minimum for this class)
Contact Marci if you are interested or have questions.
BLUMA STOLLER is a Beth Emet congregant and a graduate of Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary. She was the North American Director of Academic Affairs for Tel Aviv University and was the recipient of Hillel International’s Exemplar of Excellence Award for her commitment to social justice and tikkun olam. She has held leadership positions in major Jewish organizations, including Project Otzma and the JCRC of Greater Boston.

10th Annual Interfaith Vigil For All Victims Of Gun Violence
2022-12-11 15:00 - 16:00
This program is co-sponsored by the People for a Safer Society, NAACP, National Council for Jewish Women- Chicago North Shore, Mom’s Demand Justice, IMPACT, and Illinois Alliance to Prevent Gun Violence.

Social Justice Committee Meeting
2022-12-12 19:00 - 20:30
The Social Justice Committee centers around the values of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world, and gemilut chasadim (acts of loving kindness), through a hands-on, interactive, and committee-based approach. There are so many ways to get involved and help to support those suffering as a result of policies of injustice and marginalization.

Jamberry
2022-12-13 09:45 - 10:30
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 join! Masks for everyone 2+, and social distancing, will be expected.
This program will take place Aug 16, 23, 30, Sept. 6, 13, 20 at Beth Emet The Free Synagogue.
The fee per family is $90.00
Register for Jamberry
