9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan June 1 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series 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 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 ...
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Shavuot: Experience the Torah of Healing June 1 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Shavuot: Experience the Torah of Healing Spend the night enriching the soul and nurturing spiritual growth. From the second night of Passover until Shavuot, we count the Omer each of the 49 days, linking our redemption from slavery to the revelation of the Torah at Mt. Sinai. As we move from bondage to freedom, the kabbalistic tradition teaches us to work ...
10:00 am - 12:00 pm Shavuot Festival Morning Services June 2 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Shavuot Festival Morning Services Festival morning services at Beth Emet are vibrant gatherings where the community celebrates significant events with prayers, Torah readings, and traditional music. We create an atmosphere of joy and harmonious sounds, creating an atmosphere of joy, unity, and spiritual renewal. Shavuot begins the evening of Sunday, June 1, and ends Tuesday, June 2, at sundown. ...
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Jamberry Music with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) June 3 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series 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 ...
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series The Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel Soup Kitchen at Beth Emet June 4 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series 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.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Beacon protests June 5 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Beacon protests Every Thursday, Starting June 5 at 7:00 pm | Corner of Dempster & Ridge Started by Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum, the Beacon brings together people of all faiths and secular backgrounds who feel called to stand with those facing injustice. The Beacon mobilizes its diverse community members to take action. Where there is cruelty, we create ...
7:15 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series Israeli Dancing June 5 @ 7:15 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series 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
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London June 6 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series 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, ...
5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg June 6 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series 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.
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Services June 6 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Services Welcome Shabbat with our Kabbalat Shabbat Service! Whether in the Sanctuary or online!
9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service June 7 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series 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 the community. Whether attending regularly or exploring Shabbat for the first time, everyone is welcome to participate and enjoy the warmth of the congregation. If ...
10:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Kabbalat Mitzvah of: Taylor Goldberg June 7 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Kabbalat Mitzvah of: Taylor Goldberg Celebrate Taylor Goldberg Kabbalat Mitzvah This Shabbat! This Shabbat, we invite you to join us for a momentous occasion as Taylor is honored with a Kabbalat Mitzvah ceremony. What is a Kabbalat Mitzvah? A Kabbalat Mitzvah is a special milestone in the Jewish faith, marking the formal acceptance of Jewish responsibilities and the commitment to ...
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Kahal Potluck Lunch June 7 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Kahal Potluck Lunch If you are able to attend on Saturday morning, please consider bringing a vegetarian, nut-free dish or lunch item for all to enjoy. Please also take a moment to jot down a list of ingredients that can be displayed with your dish for the benefit of those with food allergies. Instead of a potluck item, ...
9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan June 8 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series 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 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 ...
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Jamberry Music with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) June 10 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series 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 ...
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series The Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel Soup Kitchen at Beth Emet June 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series 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.
7:15 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series Israeli Dancing June 12 @ 7:15 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series 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
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London June 13 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series 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, ...
5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg Shabbat and Soul Spark Shabbat Sponsored by Rabbi London’s Friday Morning Torah Class and by Katie Coombes and Doug Garmager in celebration of Lily Garmager’s Kabbalat Mitzvah June 13 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg Shabbat and Soul Spark Shabbat Sponsored by Rabbi London’s Friday Morning Torah Class and by Katie Coombes and Doug Garmager in celebration of Lily Garmager’s Kabbalat Mitzvah Each week before Kabbalat Shabbat service, we will have an oneg. This week' oneg is sponsored by Donald and Helene Spak celebrating the Friday Morning Bible Class (a close look at prophets with Rabbi London)
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Services June 13 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Services Welcome Shabbat with our Kabbalat Shabbat Service! Whether in the Sanctuary or online!
9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service June 14 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series 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 the community. Whether attending regularly or exploring Shabbat for the first time, everyone is welcome to participate and enjoy the warmth of the congregation. If ...
10:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Kabbalat Mitzvah of: Lillian Garmager June 14 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Kabbalat Mitzvah of: Lillian Garmager Celebrate Lillian Garmager Kabbalat Mitzvah This Shabbat! This Shabbat, we invite you to join us for a momentous occasion as Lillian is honored with a Kabbalat Mitzvah ceremony. What is a Kabbalat Mitzvah? A Kabbalat Mitzvah is a special milestone in the Jewish faith, marking the formal acceptance of Jewish responsibilities and the commitment to ...
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Singing Supper and S’mores June 14 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Singing Supper and S’mores Members Reigster Here Guests Register Here Are you ready for a real campfire? Do you love roasting marshmallows? Invite your friends, grandparents, and cousins to hang out together on Beth Emet's playground on this summer evening. This is perfect for families with kids aged six and younger!
9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan June 15 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series 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 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 ...
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Jamberry Music with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) June 17 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series 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 ...
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Connections for the Homeless Milestone Celebration June 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Connections for the Homeless Milestone Celebration Throughout the year, we gather our staff and supporters to celebrate and honor the recent accomplishments of our program participants, staff, and volunteers. During the Celebration, we share our honorees' achievements and invite them to share their stories with those gathered. This event will have options for both in-person and online attendance.
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series The Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel Soup Kitchen at Beth Emet June 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series 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.
2025-06-19 Juneteenth- Beth Emet Offices Closed Juneteenth- Beth Emet Offices Closed Event Series June 19 Event Series Juneteenth- Beth Emet Offices Closed Should you need to contact someone at Beth Emet during this time, please call the main number (847-869-4230), and press 4. The Clergy are available in case of an emergency. Juneteenth marks the date when news of emancipation finally reached Galveston, Texas, confirming the freedom of the last remaining enslaved people in the deepest parts ...
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Soul Stitchers- Knitting Circle in person! June 19 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Soul Stitchers- Knitting Circle in person! 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 ...
7:15 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series Israeli Dancing June 19 @ 7:15 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series 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
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London June 20 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series 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, ...
5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg Shabbat Sponsored by Helene and Donald Spak June 20 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg Shabbat Sponsored by Helene and Donald Spak Sponsored by Helene and Donald Spak on the yahrzeit of Donald’s mother, Norma Spak
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Services June 20 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Services Join us this Friday for a special Kabbalat Shabbat as we celebrate Pride and honor the beauty and diversity within our community. Let’s welcome Shabbat together with joy, song, and a spirit of inclusivity. All are welcome—come as you are. Our speaker is Rabbi Zack Wiener. Rabbi Wiener is a Reconstructionist rabbi, chaplain, and counselor-in-training ...
9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service June 21 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series 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 the community. Whether attending regularly or exploring Shabbat for the first time, everyone is welcome to participate and enjoy the warmth of the congregation. If ...
11:00 am - 1:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Mitzvah of: Jake Saldanha June 21 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Mitzvah of: Jake Saldanha Celebrate Jacob Saldanha Kabbalat Mitzvah This Shabbat! This Shabbat, we invite you to join us for a momentous occasion as Jacob is honored with a Kabbalat Mitzvah ceremony. What is a Kabbalat Mitzvah? A Kabbalat Mitzvah is a special milestone in the Jewish faith, marking the formal acceptance of Jewish responsibilities and the commitment to ...
9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan June 22 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series 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 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 ...
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Social Justice potluck June 23 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Social Justice potluck This past year has been a busy year from Pause the Plastic Challenge, to congregational-wide participation in the World Zionist Congress elections resulting in a historic win for the Reform Movement, to packing migrant comfort bags, to hosting the emergency shelter with many Beth Emet volunteers, and so much more. Whether you’ve been involved, exploring how you ...
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Jamberry Music with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) June 24 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series 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 ...
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Dayenu Circle June 24 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Dayenu Circle This Month's Dayenu Circle Meeting 7:30 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 Emet's green team). Please contact the office if you plan to join virtually for the first time.
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series The Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel Soup Kitchen at Beth Emet June 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series 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.
7:15 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series Israeli Dancing June 26 @ 7:15 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series 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
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London June 27 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series 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, ...
5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg June 27 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series 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.
5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg Shabbat sponsored by Bruce and Shari Greenberg June 27 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg Shabbat sponsored by Bruce and Shari Greenberg Oneg Shabbat sponsored by Bruce and Shari Greenberg, Sanford and Carol Vieder in celebration of the engagement of Mara Greenberg to Alex Vieder.
9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service June 28 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series 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 the community. Whether attending regularly or exploring Shabbat for the first time, everyone is welcome to participate and enjoy the warmth of the congregation. If ...
9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan June 29 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series 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 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 ...
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series The Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel Soup Kitchen at Beth Emet July 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series 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.
7:15 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series Israeli Dancing July 3 @ 7:15 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series 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
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London July 4 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series 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, ...
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Shabbat b’Bayit July 4 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Shabbat b’Bayit Welcome Shabbat with our Kabbalat Shabbat Service online!
9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service July 5 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series 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 the community. Whether attending regularly or exploring Shabbat for the first time, everyone is welcome to participate and enjoy the warmth of the congregation. If ...
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Kahal Potluck Lunch July 5 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Kahal Potluck Lunch If you are able to attend on Saturday morning, please consider bringing a vegetarian, nut-free dish or lunch item for all to enjoy. Please also take a moment to jot down a list of ingredients that can be displayed with your dish for the benefit of those with food allergies. Instead of a potluck item, ...
June 10 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Jamberry Music with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby)
June 13 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Oneg Shabbat and Soul Spark Shabbat Sponsored by Rabbi London’s Friday Morning Torah Class and by Katie Coombes and Doug Garmager in celebration of Lily Garmager’s Kabbalat Mitzvah
June 17 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Jamberry Music with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby)
June 24 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Jamberry Music with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby)
