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  • Soup Kitchen

    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. The meeting starts in the ...

  • 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, fostering curiosity, community, and connection to Jewish life. Beit Sefer meets Sundays for Kindergarten-2nd grade learners and Sundays and Thursdays for 3rd-6th grade learners. Thursday ...

  • Soul Stitchers- Virtual Knitting Circle

    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 ...

  • Israeli Dancing

    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 event is held in the Wiener Room and through Zoom.  

  • Reengaging Psalms with Rabbi Michael Balinksy

    Reengaging Psalms with Rabbi Michael Balinksy

    The book of Psalms in the Bible are the foundation of a significant part of our liturgy. In these two sessions we will look at Psalm 92, the Psalm for Shabbat; Psalm 27, recited during the month before the High Holidays until Simchat Torah; and Psalm 23, The Lord is my Shepherd. Through close readings we will see how our ancient texts may nourish our contemporary sacred journeys, and what we experience when we study them as text and then use them for prayer.

  • Shabbanukah Congregational Dinner

    What do you get when you add Chanukah + Shabbat? Shabbanukah! Celebrate the lights of Chanukah AND Shabbat at our multi-age evening of food and community. The night will include dinner, art activities, Shabbanukah service, and youth group events for middle school and high school. An evening full of light, laughter, and connection awaits! 5:00-6:30 ...

  • Shabbanukah Service

    A service to accompany the Shabbanukah congregational dinner. Hosted in Sanctuary and LiveControl. 5:00-6:30 Congregational dinner and art activities 5:30-6:30 Middle school youth group event 6:30-7:30 Shabbanukah service Members, register here. Guests, register here.

  • Saturday Morning Shabbat Services with Kahal

    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 ...