Want some other outlet other than your shower to belt out a tune? Then come be part of our multi-generational Beth Emet Purim Spiel!! The theme this year is “Romancing The Thrown” (songs from romantic comedy soundtracks) All singers are welcome. Everyone who wants to participate will get a role in the production! if you’re …
Chanukah is a time to spread the light and share the miracle. On Chanukah, we focus on making a lot out of a little, and so whatever your Chanukah practice is, we hope that you can bring some extra light into your life and the lives of those around you. Below is a recording of …
Our monthly blog, edited by Dayenu (climate action and environmental justice) Circle members Chris Wynn and Sharon Smaller, will give you ideas, information, resources, and things you can do to make this world a better place environmentally, tikkun olam. As a community, we can learn from each other, so we welcome your ideas and questions. …
Middot are character traits expressed in our behavior that can impact our relationships. Participants in Beth Emet’s Tikkun Middot groups follow the innovative national program developed by the Institute for Jewish Spirituality, built on the Jewish tradition of Mussar, to cultivate moral traits such as patience, compassion, trust, and mindful speech. Wise Aging Through the …
It has been a tradition for my family and I to volunteer in the Beth Emet soup kitchen… It’s our way of giving back for all the blessings we’ve received. Life is pretty good for me, and I know how to cook Turkey pretty well. When I was a kid, at least once I benefited …
Judy Caplan and Bluma Stoller went to Springfield! In early 2021, the Pretrial Fairness Act was passed by the Illinois legislature and signed into law. The measure, which ends the use of money bond and transforms the state’s pretrial legal systems, goes into effect on January 1, 2023. On November 17, Judy Caplan and Bluma …
Powerful evening coming together as a community in prayer and solidarity to stand up against bigotry and prejudice. Given the recent and egregious antisemitic comments and actions by prominent people, the desecration of a Jewish cemetery in Waukegan, and the ongoing demonization of Jews and Black people in our society, we joined together as a …
Featuring Artist and Beth Emet member Jane Weintraub! Since childhood all I’ve ever wanted to be is an artist- we joke that having hit my brother over the head with a hammer when I was 3 showed my natural affinity for tools thus becoming a metalworker-jeweler! I create both secular and non-secular artwork, and whether …
Missed an event this month? All virtual events that were recorded will be featured here. Cooking Magic with Artist and Chef Robin Langer Thursday, December 8 Watch the recording here Cooking Magic is all about fast, easy, healthy, and delicious meals. Come for recipes, cooking, and comradery. This program is for everyone from kitchen novices …
The phones at Beth Emet are ringing off the hook with guests asking if the Beth Emet Soup Kitchen will be holding its Winter Coat and Accessory Drive this year. Of course we are, but we need your help! We welcome your donations of new and gently used/freshly cleaned adult-sized coats and winter accessories. Coats …
Compiled by Dayenu member Michael Orenstein in 2022 When it comes to climate action, it can be hard to know where to start. Whether you are looking for some good books or authors, or organizations to get involved with, check out the list below to get your inspiration flowing and start taking action. Beth Emet …
Hello and welcome to our first post of The Green Maven! Created by Beth Emet’s Dayenu Circle and edited by members Chris Wynn and Sharon Smaller, this new blog is designed to: Inspire, Educate, Motivate, and hopefully Activate you to put more Green in your life. Not financial green, but environmental green (although, sometimes going green …
