March 2024
Special Meeting of the Congregation
Please join us for a special meeting of the congregation as we share the vision to construct a Mikvah on the Beth Israel campus. Information about the project will be reviewed. Voting will follow the presentation. 5:45 PM CHECK IN AND ONEG STYLE NOSH 6:15 PM PRESENTATION AND VOTING Voting will be available electronically for those attending virtually. A link to the meeting will be emailed. You must be a member in good standing to vote. Anyone planning…
Find out more »Purim Carnival at Beth Israel
Dust off your graggers and get ready to boo Haman, because it's Carnival o' clock! That's right... …on Sunday March 24, the annual Purim Carnival returns to Beth Israel! Get the wind in your hair on bouncy houses, or challenge your friends to rip-roaring carnival games. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, hit the dining area in Café Shushan. There’s endless fun to be had, so don’t wait—buy your wristbands today! Schedule & Information The Purim Carnival will be held…
Find out more »Resilience and Rebuilding Israel Post-October 7th
American Friends of Tel Aviv University in Partnership with Beth Israel invites you to this special event featuring Mark Shtaif, Rector at TAU, in conversation with Daniel Shainberg, TAU-Northwestern Joint MBA Alumnus. The Rector will share how TAU has/is responding to the war and the role of higher education in Israel post-October 7. Where: Feuerstein Family Activity Center When: March 27th - 6:00pm And stick around after this event to hear about our new Israel Action Committee! About the Speaker…
Find out more »April 2024
Southern California Gathering of Czech Torah Scrolls That Survived the Holocaust
Southern California Gathering of Czech Torah Scrolls That Survived the Holocaust In honor of the 60th anniversary of the Memorial Scrolls Trust, the Southern California Jewish Community will honor the legacy left by our ancestors and dedicate our actions to protecting the words contained within the scrolls on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. at Temple Beth Tikvah located 1600 N. Acacia Ave. Fullerton, CA 92831. Beth Israel's Memorial Scrolls Trust Our community is privileged to have received on…
Find out more »Congregational Second Night of Passover Seder
Celebrate the Passover season with us at our unforgettable 2nd Night Seder! Whether you're a long-time member or new to our community, you're warmly welcome to join the Beth Israel clergy and fellow members of our congregation as we come together for an evening of tradition and togetherness. Guided by our beautiful Haggadot, thoughtfully crafted to lead us through the traditional story of the Exodus with beautiful illustrations and meaningful insights. Immerse yourself in the festive spirit with a deliciously…
Find out more »Contemporary Pesach Yizkor Service
Join us for a soul-stirring Contemporary Yizkor Service, where we embark on a profound journey through grief, guided by the melodies of both classical and modern Jewish music. This unique experience is crafted to helps us collectively mourn and remember our loved ones. This service will also serve as Rabbi Jeremy Gimbel's senior recital in partial fulfillment of requirements for a Master's Degree in Jewish Sacred Music at the Academy for Jewish Religion, California. Please RSVP for planning purposes and…
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May 2025
Jewish Heritage River Cruise
Join Rabbi Jason and Nicole Nevarez on a 10-day Jewish Heritage River Cruise Sailing Budapest to Prague On Uniworld’s all-inclusive S.S. Beatrice Jewish Heritage Tours Jewish Budapest Jewish Vienna Jewish Regensberg Terezin & Concentration Camp Cruise/Tour Snapshot 7 Nights Cruising 2 Nights Touring 15 Included Excursions 5 UNESCO Heritage Sites 22 Meals (including 1 Welcome Dinner & 1 Farewell Dinner) Inclusive amenities Experienced local tour guides, gratuities, Scheduled airport transfers, Unlimited choice of premium spirits and wines, Fine dining Ship-wide…
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