Beit Sefer April 23 @ 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, 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 ...
Beacon of Light Protest April 23 @ 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm Beacon of Light Protest Contact the office for more information
Israeli Dancing April 23 @ 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 event is held in the Wiener Room and through Zoom.
A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London April 24 @ 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, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new, please register below and the meeting will take place in the Wiener room. ...
Reengaging Psalms with Rabbi Michael Balinksy April 24 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm The biblical book of Psalms forms the foundation of much of Jewish liturgy. In this learning session, we will explore Psalm 15 and ask “are we worthy to enter the gates?” Together we will consider how these ancient texts can speak to contemporary spiritual life and how studying them as literature can deepen the experience ...
Earth Day Shabbat Service with Guest Speaker Jack Jordan from Climate Action Evanston April 24 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Celebrate Shabbat for Earth Day with our Guest Speaker Jack Jordan from Climate Action Evanston. In-person or online, let us welcome Shabbat together!
Kahal Shabbat Morning Service April 25 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Saturday Morning Shabbat Services with Kahal 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 ...
Kochavim Youth Choir April 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.
Sunday Morning Minyan April 26 @ 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 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 ...
Beit Sefer April 26 @ 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, fostering curiosity, community, and connection to Jewish life. Learn more about Beit Sefer.
Contemporary Israeli Writers with Hanna Seltzer April 26 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am At Beth Emet and via Zoom 1224 Dempster Street, Evanston, IL, United States Hanna Tzuker Seltzer returns this Spring to lead us in reading and discussing selected works of contemporary Israeli writers. The specific texts will be provided in advance.
