January 30 @ 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 ...
October 31 @ 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, ...
November 7 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Two Years Since 10/7 with Claire Sufrin Join editor Claire Sufrin for a discussion of the “Two Years Since 10/7” issue of Sources: A Journal of Jewish Ideas, which will be published in December by the Shalom Hartman Institute. As class approaches, Dr. Sufrin will share previews of essays from the issue, offering students a sneak peek into what are sure to be some of the Jewish world's most important reflections on this significant anniversary.
November 7 @ 5:15 pm - 7:30 pm Beit Sefer 3rd grade Shabbat dinner 3rd graders and their families will gather for a special Shabbat dinner together at Beth Emet! As part of their learning about kedushah, holiness, and what it means to bring holiness into our relationships, this evening is a chance to build and strengthen bonds within our 3rd grade community. Together we’ll share blessings, songs, and a festive meal before joining the congregation for the 6:30 pm Shir Shabbat service.
March 7 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Oneg Each week before Kabbalat Shabbat service, we will have an oneg. This means that, although there is no official sponsor, we will provide light snacks before services begin.
November 7 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Shir Shabbat Service Welcome Shabbat with our Kabbalat Shabbat Service! Whether in the Sanctuary or online!
January 11 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Kahal Shabbat Morning Service Come together for a special Shabbat morning with Kahal, featuring prayer, Torah reading, and engaging discussions. The service offers a chance to connect spiritually and share in the experience with ...
October 26 @ 9:00 am - 9:30 am Kochavim Youth Choir Sing with the Kochavim (Stars) Youth Choir! Love to sing? Join our Beth Emet youth choir, Kochavim! We’ll meet on a few Sunday mornings during the year to learn fun songs and share music together. No experience needed—just bring your voice and your enthusiasm.
September 1, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am 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 ...
October 19 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Beit Sefer Beit Sefer is an engaging Jewish learning program for learners in Kindergarten through 7th grade. Classes explore Jewish values, holidays, Torah stories, and Hebrew in a supportive and fun environment, ...
October 19 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 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.
November 9 @ 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm OCMV Congregational Event (with lunch) Getting to Know You, Getting to Know Us: Cultivating Community in Times of Change Sunday, November 9, 12:15–2:45 pm Our first congregation-wide event kicks off this year’s theme: navigating life’s ...
