March 2024
Green Commemorations Towards New Strategies of Public Memory
In her presentation, Aleksandra (Ola) Janus will explore innovative strategies for commemorating Holocaust sites, focusing on integrating green spaces and ecological sustainability. Addressing the challenge of caring for forgotten graves of Holocaust victims in Polish cities and villages, the non-profit "Zapomniane" (meaning "forgotten") plays a key role in rediscovering and respectfully commemorating these sites in collaboration with local communities. Janus' approach emphasizes environmental sustainability through the use of local materials and technology, artistic and architectural quality, and a strong scientific…
Find out more »Morning Mindfulness with Julie Potiker
Wednesdays mornings from 10:00-10:45 am Give yourself the gift of calm. Join Julie Potiker for this grounding way to start the day and move from a place of fear to a place of calm. In these forty-five-minute mindfulness sessions, you will experience bringing your attention to the present moment without judgment. For past sessions, visit: https://blubrry.com/balancedmind/ About Julie: Julie Potiker is a mindfulness expert with extensive teacher training in a variety of tools and methods, including Mindful Self-Compassion. Through her Mindful Methods…
Find out more »Men’s Club Speaker Dinner Forum with Erwin Chemerinsky: Free Speech on Campus
Please join for the Men's Club Speaker Dinner Forum on Wednesday, March 20 for dinner and socializing followed by our featured speaker, Erwin Chemerinsky. There is also a Zoom option for those unable to attend in person. We are pleased to welcome Prof. Erwin Chemerinsky, the Jesse H. Choper Distinguished Professor of Law, and Dean of the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law. Prof. Chemerinsky will be joining us via Zoom. The monthly Dinner Forum is designed to bring…
Find out more »Leviticus is Christianity, Deuteronomy is Judaism
In our series "Leviticus is Christianity, Deuteronomy is Judaism: The Disentangling and Development of Biblical Worldviews," we explore the distinct roles of Leviticus and Deuteronomy in shaping Jewish thought and practice. Over four sessions, we delve into how these texts influenced early Rabbinic Judaism, were interpreted by medieval Jewish philosophers and mystics, and how their differing perspectives on God's relationship with the Jewish people have impacted the evolution of Jewish theology and anthropology. Thursday March 7, 2024 Session #1: The…
Find out more »Adult Evening Book Club
Are you a reader looking to connect with others and discuss great literature? Join our monthly book club! We welcome adults of all ages to come together and engage in thought-provoking discussions about a diverse range of books. Whether you’re a seasoned bookworm or a newcomer to the reading scene, we encourage you to join us for an enjoyable and enriching experience. Sources for 2023-2024 Book Lists There is no fee, but please RSVP below for planning purposes. After registering,…
Find out more »Purim Shpiel: Erev Shabbat Service followed by Shushan Shabbos-Shpiel
EREV SHABBAT SERVICE Welcome Shabbat with this inspirational service open to all in the Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary (YouTube). PURIM SHPIEL You know the feeling. Friday night services are wrapping up. You just put your arms around your loved ones and sang “Oseh Shalom.” And now you’re schmoozing with randos and walking out of the sanctuary and thinking to yourself “if only there were an entire second Shabbat service right now!” “How I would love to re-experience the entire service a second…
Find out more »Shabbat Morning Torah Study
Torah Study will be via diverse access: in person in the Feuerstein Family Activity Center or on Zoom You can connect via your computer or telephone using Zoom. You can register just once for all future sessions, by visiting https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rf--gqTgpE9Ey74eFhwi60yVUeUNpsp14 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Come occasionally or come every week. These eclectic and lively discussions about the week’s Torah portion consider the text through traditional and modern commentaries, as well…
Find out more »Shabbat Lay Led Service
An informal service, open to all, featuring prayer, singing and Torah discussion in a relaxed and friendly setting. Located in the Foster Family Chapel, or via the Beth Israel Chapel YouTube Channel. Please contact Gordon Glenn at gaglenn@prodigy.net to be added to the Lay Led Service list. For those attending virtually and who do not have your own Mishkan Ti’filah for Shabbat, you can get a Kindle version for $4.99 at the following link: Amazon/Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Mishkan-Tfilah-Shabbat-Reform-Siddur-ebook/dp/B016R0HSLU/ref=sr_1_2 If you have an…
Find out more »Men’s Club Discussion Group
The purpose of the Men’s Discussion Group is to create a forum for men who are members of Congregation Beth Israel to meet together, enjoy camaraderie and to discuss relevant issues. Participation is not limited to Beth Israel members and a reservation is not required. Discussion topics depend on what participants wish to discuss. Meetings are held via Zoom every second and fourth Monday of each month. Please RSVP via email to Marty Stern at mrstern847@gmail.com.
Find out more »From Anger to Activism – The story of 5050
Founded in the wake of Israel's fifth election cycle within four years, Project 5050 emerged from a profound frustration over the underrepresentation of women in Israeli politics. Spearheaded by Yael Yechieli, the initiative aims to achieve an equal 50/50 representation of women and men in all decision-making bodies, from the Knesset to local authorities and public NGOs. In this talk, Yael will share the journey of 5050 from its inception, highlighting its grassroots strategy, the transformative impact on municipal elections,…
Find out more »Morning Mindfulness with Julie Potiker
Wednesdays mornings from 10:00-10:45 am Give yourself the gift of calm. Join Julie Potiker for this grounding way to start the day and move from a place of fear to a place of calm. In these forty-five-minute mindfulness sessions, you will experience bringing your attention to the present moment without judgment. For past sessions, visit: https://blubrry.com/balancedmind/ About Julie: Julie Potiker is a mindfulness expert with extensive teacher training in a variety of tools and methods, including Mindful Self-Compassion. Through her Mindful Methods…
Find out more »Leviticus is Christianity, Deuteronomy is Judaism
In our series "Leviticus is Christianity, Deuteronomy is Judaism: The Disentangling and Development of Biblical Worldviews," we explore the distinct roles of Leviticus and Deuteronomy in shaping Jewish thought and practice. Over four sessions, we delve into how these texts influenced early Rabbinic Judaism, were interpreted by medieval Jewish philosophers and mystics, and how their differing perspectives on God's relationship with the Jewish people have impacted the evolution of Jewish theology and anthropology. Thursday March 7, 2024 Session #1: The…
Find out more »Erev Shabbat Chai Services
Welcome Shabbat with this inspirational service open to all in the Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary (YouTube).
Find out more »Shabbat Morning Torah Study
Torah Study will be via diverse access: in person in the Feuerstein Family Activity Center or on Zoom You can connect via your computer or telephone using Zoom. You can register just once for all future sessions, by visiting https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rf--gqTgpE9Ey74eFhwi60yVUeUNpsp14 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Come occasionally or come every week. These eclectic and lively discussions about the week’s Torah portion consider the text through traditional and modern commentaries, as well…
Find out more »Shabbat Lay Led Service
An informal service, open to all, featuring prayer, singing and Torah discussion in a relaxed and friendly setting. Located in the Foster Family Chapel, or via the Beth Israel Chapel YouTube Channel. Please contact Gordon Glenn at gaglenn@prodigy.net to be added to the Lay Led Service list. For those attending virtually and who do not have your own Mishkan Ti’filah for Shabbat, you can get a Kindle version for $4.99 at the following link: Amazon/Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Mishkan-Tfilah-Shabbat-Reform-Siddur-ebook/dp/B016R0HSLU/ref=sr_1_2 If you have an…
Find out more »April 2024
Artifacts of Identity Exploring Jewish Material Culture Through Time
When we think about archaeology, we think, of course, about antiquity. But Jews in all times in places lived in communities surrounded by the material culture – the architecture, the furnishings, the clothing, and the artifacts– of their time. Join Professor Marc Michael Epstein for a deep dive into Jewish spaces places, clothing, and the material remains of daily and synagogue life— of Jewish “stuff“ throughout the ages. How should we go about digging for clues in this vast array…
Find out more »Morning Mindfulness with Julie Potiker
Wednesdays mornings from 10:00-10:45 am Give yourself the gift of calm. Join Julie Potiker for this grounding way to start the day and move from a place of fear to a place of calm. In these forty-five-minute mindfulness sessions, you will experience bringing your attention to the present moment without judgment. For past sessions, visit: https://blubrry.com/balancedmind/ About Julie: Julie Potiker is a mindfulness expert with extensive teacher training in a variety of tools and methods, including Mindful Self-Compassion. Through her Mindful Methods…
Find out more »Questioning Belief Torah and Tradition in an Age of Doubt
Do you firmly belief in God? Are all the stories in the Torah true? And are its laws still ethical today? If you are not sure, you are not alone… Join us for an enlightening online book launch event featuring Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum in conversation with Dr. Tanya White. In his groundbreaking new work, Questioning Belief, Rabbi Zarum tackles twelve challenging questions that confront the Torah today, delving into its narratives, laws, and beliefs with depth and nuance. Drawing upon…
Find out more »Erev Shabbat Services
Welcome Shabbat with this inspirational service open to all in the Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary (YouTube).
Find out more »Shabbat Morning Torah Study
Torah Study will be via diverse access: in person in the Feuerstein Family Activity Center or on Zoom You can connect via your computer or telephone using Zoom. You can register just once for all future sessions, by visiting https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rf--gqTgpE9Ey74eFhwi60yVUeUNpsp14 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Come occasionally or come every week. These eclectic and lively discussions about the week’s Torah portion consider the text through traditional and modern commentaries, as well…
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