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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:The Sunday Morning Minyan meets offsite during the summer months. \nJoin us on Sundays to daven (pray) the weekday Shacharit (morning) service!  First-timers are encouraged! \nThe 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. \nPlease contact the office for this week’s location. \nParticipants are encouraged to wear a tallit and tefillin. \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/sunday-morning-minyan-2022-03-13-2022-03-27-2022-07-03-2022-10-30-2022-11-06-2023-03-12-2023-05-28-2-2-9-2-10/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T103000
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SUMMARY:Adult Beginner Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:This beginner class is an opportunity for learners with no or limited Hebrew background to become familiar with the alphabet\, how to sound out words\, and begin to develop proficiency. You will also acquire some basic Hebrew vocabulary. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah.\nClass sessions: Sundays 9/27/26 through 5/16/27. In-person only. Cost is $360. \nMember registration \nGuest registration
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beginner-hebrew/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:Beit Sefer
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBeit Sefer meets Sundays from 9:30 am-12:00 pm for Kindergarten-2nd grade learners and Sundays and Thursdays for 3rd-7th grade learners. Thursday sessions are 4:15–6:15 pm\, and our early drop-off program\, Kef Club\, meets 3:30–4:15 pm. \nLearn more about Beit Sefer.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beit-sefer-2026-2027-sundays/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T114500
DTSTAMP:20260909T183755Z
CREATED:20260902T180120Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Advanced Beginner Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:If you’d like to participate more meaningfully at services\, this class can help you continue to develop your Hebrew skills. This class is for participants who know how to decode Hebrew letters and vowels to sound out words. Participants will develop reading proficiency while exploring the structure and themes of prayers. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah.\nClass sessions: Sundays 9/27/26 through 5/16/27. In-person only. Cost is $360. \nMember registration \nGuest registration
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/advanced-beginner-hebrew/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T120000
DTSTAMP:20261007T185516Z
CREATED:20260909T155910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T185516Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Advanced Conversational Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:Take your Hebrew to the next level in an immersive\, conversation-driven class inspired by the Ulpan approach. Using Hebrew as the primary language of instruction whenver ossible\, you’ll strengthen your speaking\, listening\, and comprehension skills through engaging discussions\, real-life scenarios\, and authentic materials. \nClass sessions: Sundays from October 11 – May 16. In-person only. Cost is $360. \nMember registration \nGuest registration
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/intermediate-conversational-hebrew-with-dorit-flatt/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013
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SUMMARY:Indigenous People's Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/indigenous-peoples-day/2026-10-12/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T210114Z
CREATED:20260504T210114Z
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SUMMARY:Dayenu Circle
DESCRIPTION:This Month’s Dayenu Circle Meeting 7:30\nWant 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.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/dayenu-circle-5-4-2-2/2026-10-13/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Congregational Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T190000
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SUMMARY:The Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel Soup Kitchen at Beth Emet
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday evening since 2002\, Beth Emet has opened its doors to community members in need of a nutritious dinner.\nGuests 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 Crown Room.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/soup-kitchen-2022-06-08-2022-12-28-5/2026-10-14/
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CATEGORIES:Congregational Programs
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SUMMARY:Beit Sefer
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBeit Sefer meets Sundays from 9:30 am-12:00 pm for Kindergarten-2nd grade learners and Sundays and Thursdays for 3rd-6th grade learners. Thursday sessions are 4:15–6:15 pm\, and our early drop-off program\, Kef Club\, meets 3:30–4:15 pm. \nLearn more about Beit Sefer.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beit-sefer-2026-2027-thursdays/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T183000
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CREATED:20260611T174103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T174104Z
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SUMMARY:Beacon of Light Protest
DESCRIPTION:Contact the office for more information
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beacon-of-light-protest-4-2/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T203000
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SUMMARY:Soul Stitchers- Knitting Circle in person!
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/soulstitchers-2-2-2/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Congregational Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T233000
DTSTAMP:20260520T142844Z
CREATED:20250127T214901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T142844Z
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SUMMARY:Israeli Dancing
DESCRIPTION: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 Weiner Room and through Zoom. \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/israeli-dancing-4-2/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Congregational Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260930T193149Z
CREATED:20260915T205142Z
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SUMMARY:Kabbalat Shabbat Services
DESCRIPTION:Welcome Shabbat with our Kabbalat Shabbat Service in the Sanctuary or online!
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/kabbalat-shabbat-services-4-13-2-3-5/2026-10-16/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T113000
DTSTAMP:20261013T171532Z
CREATED:20261012T183351Z
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SUMMARY:Kahal Shabbat Morning Service
DESCRIPTION: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 you are new to Kahal and would like to attend in person\, we meet in the Weiner Room. \nIf you’d like to register for honors\, click here. \n  \n 
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/satuday-morning-shabbat-services-with-kahal-2-4-5-2-2/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260924T004337Z
CREATED:20260910T154427Z
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SUMMARY:Kabbalat Mitzvah of Cormac Scheiber
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating as Cormac Scheiber celebrates Kabbalat Mitzvah at Beth Emet! Please join the congregation for this joyous Shabbat morning service as Cormac leads the community in prayer and reads from the Torah. All are welcome to attend. Mazel tov!
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/kabbalat-mitzvah-of-cormac-scheiber/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Worship
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