October 2021
Member Meet Up: Wednesday Afternoon Mahjong
Wednesday Afternoon Mahjong Hosts: Randy Savarese and Iloo Gruder Tuesdays, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Make new friends! Join us on Wednesdays from 1-3 pm to play Mah jongg. All levels are welcome. If you would like to watch and learn, just let the organizer know you will be watching. Space is limited. No fee, but please RSVP below for planning purposes.
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Member Meet Up: Hike – Calavera Lake in Carlsbad
Host: Theo Romain Join us at 9:30 am as we hike around Lake Calavera and go to the top of Cerro de la Calavera for some nice views. Along the way we'll talk a bit about the history and unique geology of the preserve. The hike is between 3 and 4 miles. The hike up the volcanic plug is a gain of around 500 feet. Wear comfortable hiking shoes and clothing consistent with the weather. Bring some water and any…
Find out more »Member Meet Up: Silent Movie Chat
Silent Movie Chat Host: Robert McNeese Wednesday, February 9 @ 7:00 - 8:00 pm Meet other Beth Israel film buffs who share an interest in silent films from the Golden Age of Hollywood. We will discuss why we love them, look at the stars, the films, and the backgrounds. We will also share some facts about them that some may not know.
Find out more »Member Meet Up: Knitting and Crocheting for Caring Community
Join us in the Price Family Courtyard at Beth Israel (masks please) to knit and crochet items for Caring Community. We will supply the yarn and knitting needles, just bring yourself! If you need to freshen up your knitting or crocheting skills, Netanya and Melanie have offered to provide some direction, but you should have some familiarity with knitting already. Please RSVP below as space is limited to 12 folks. Once you register, we will provide you details on where…
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Member Meet Up: Paint & Sip Tea
Paint & Sip Tea Host: Marsha Lubick Monday, March 7 @ 1:30 - 3:00 pm Join us for an afternoon of painting, socializing and sipping your favorite tea. No art smarts needed!You will be guided step-by-step through the entire painting process by Leo Angelo ( https://www.leoangeloart.com/). You’re sure to enjoy a fun & creative afternoon as you produce your very own masterpiece! All materials and supplies are provided. No experience necessary. Cost is $35 per person and space is limited. RSVP below. If you…
Find out more »Trivia Night
Think, Drink, and Win! Cruise on out to Beth Israel for a Saturday night of friends and fun at this in-person Trivia Night hosted by the fine folks at Sunset Trivia. The evening will begin at 6:30 pm with registration, beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and appetizers. Trivia begins sharply at 7:00 pm. Each team will have 8 players. Team registration is welcome. Groups of 8 or less will be paired with other groups to create a team. Registration is now closed.
Find out more »Member Meet Up: Passover Casserole Making for Caring Community
Member Meet Up: Passover Casserole Making for Caring Community Hosts: Jody Newlander, Sabrina Leitner and Allison Golding Tuesday, March 15 @ 6:30 - 8:00 pm Do a Mitzvah and come join us at Beth Israel on Tuesday, March 15 to make Passover casseroles. We will provide all the necessary ingredients and set up so you can easily assemble special Passover casseroles to benefit our Caring Community recipients. Space will be limited to 12 participants. The event is free of charge,…
Find out more »Member Meet Up: LGBTQIA+ Zoom Purim Party
Purim is just around the corner. This holiday is important to the Jewish community for being about Jewish empowerment… but did you know the LGBTQIA+ community has claimed it as a holiday to celebrate coming out? The LGBTQIA+ come together on Purim because just like Esther, they overcome and are who they are. Empowered. Come join a Zoom Purim party for LGBTQIA+ to celebrate ourselves and who we are! Costumes encouraged! Zoom link will be provided after you RSVP. Open…
Find out more »Member Meet Up: Kumsitz: Come and Jam with Rabbi Gimbel
Kumsitz: Come and Jam with Rabbi Gimbel Host: Rabbi Gimbel Saturday, March 19, April 2, June 11 @ 12:00 - 2:00 pm Join Rabbi Gimbel and come and jam together on Shabbat. A fun gathering of folks to sing and play both Jewish and non Jewish songs together. We will meet in the Foster Family Chapel. No fee, but please RSVP below for planning purposes.
Find out more »Member Meet Up: Knitting and Crocheting for Caring Community
Join us on the Social Hall Patio at Beth Israel (masks please) to knit and crochet items for Caring Community. We will supply the yarn and knitting needles, just bring yourself! If you need to freshen up your knitting or crocheting skills, Netanya and Melanie have offered to provide some direction, but you should have some familiarity with knitting already. Please RSVP below as space is limited to 12 folks. Once you register, we will provide you details on where…
Find out more »Nature Journaling at Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve
Nature Journaling at Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve (west approach) Host: Seekey Cacciatore Date: Sunday, March 27 @ 9:15 am (during Religious School) Meet at 9:15 am at the parking lot/trailhead of Los Peñasquitos Canyon (west approach) located at 4733 Sorrento Valley Blvd, San Diego, CA 92121. This is a 10 minute drive from Beth Israel. This will be a slow-paced walk making plant and animal observations, journaling/drawing, and getting to know one another on a well-maintained trail. The elevation gain/loss…
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