Women's Network
Women's Network
Welcome to the way the women of our synagogue connect with each other, the temple and our Jewish way of life. Whether it's a speaker, book drive, meal-and-chat in the sukkah, field trip, or a class about women's midrashim, you're always welcome. We aim to present programs that will enhance your personal growth, Jewish involvement and feeling of community.
What we do
We support the temple's work in many ways, coordinating bima decorations for holidays, Yom Kippur break-fast snacks, the synagogue gift shop, updating the Beth El kitchen, funding teen Masa trips, and more. We enjoy connecting with all women at Beth El and other local synagogues. We also enjoy building relationships with all Beth El members by co-sponsoring programs with organizations like Men's Club and the Israel Engagement Committee.
Torah Fund: Supporting Conservative Judaism
Women’s Network is proud to help Conservative Judaism both here at home and abroad through the Torah Fund. Your Torah Fund gift supports the Jewish Theological Seminary and its agencies. Those who donate $180 or more will receive this year's special pin which says Oseh Shalom, which means "Maker of Peace." (pictured at left).
Oseh Shalom Bimromav, “may the One who makes peace in the heavens, make peace for us and all the people of Israel,” appears at the end of Kaddish and in other prayers, and is also a song. We help foster Jewish unity by our support of the five global Conservative/Masorti institutions of higher education.
Click here to donate and learn more about this year's Torah Fund campaign!
We’d like to hear from you
Got a program idea? A special interest? We’d love to hear from you. Please contact womensnetworkbethel@gmail.com.
Sat, October 18 2025
26 Tishrei 5786
Upcoming Events
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Wednesday ,
OctOctober 22 , 2025Chai Society Luncheon and Comedy Program
Wednesday, Oct 22nd 11:30a to 2:00p
Chai Society invites you to a luncheon and wonderful comedy program with Comedian Joyce Saltman! Don't miss her program, “Funny, You Don’t Look Jewish.” Registration closes October 15, at noon. Click in for details and online registration! -
Sunday ,
NovNovember 2 , 2025Multi-faith Luncheon
Sunday, Nov 2nd 11:30a to 1:00p
Join us for a multi-faith luncheon sponsored by Beth El and the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC). The Hindu and the Jewish communities will gather together to learn and connect. Reservations are required by October 29 at 12pm. Click in to register! Contact Dr. Eliyahu Krigel at ekrigel@bethelwh.org with questions or for more information. -
Wednesday ,
NovNovember 5 , 2025Women of the Bible with Rabbi Rachel Zerin
Wednesday, Nov 5th 6:00p to 7:15p
Join Rabbi Rachel Zerin and Women's Network for an engaging class designed to explore the often-overlooked stories of women in the Hebrew Bible. Together, we’ll uncover their voices, examine their choices, and consider what their lives teach us today. Through discussion, learning, and shared reflection, this class offers a chance to connect more deeply with our tradition—and with one another. Note: Evening minyan begins at 5:30 pm (and please join us if you can!). Class will begin at approximately 6:00pm. -
Saturday ,
NovNovember 8 , 2025Junior Congregation
Shabbat, Nov 8th 10:30a to 12:00p
All are welcome at this special Shabbat service for pre-b’nei mitzvah learners and their families. Sign up to lead a portion of the service! Junior Congregation focuses on prayer leadership and is an excellent opportunity to put our learners’ hard work and study into practice. All students are invited to lead, with pre-b’nei mitzvah learners leading prayers throughout the service, and post-b’nei mitzvah students chanting Torah or Haftarah. -
Saturday ,
NovNovember 8 , 2025
Shabbat, Nov 8th 12:00p to 2:00p
Hang out with Max and Marisa Beede from USY during Kiddush on the days when we have Junior Congregation. Play games and bond with our amazing USY advisors in a fun and relaxed environment. All elementary, middle, and high school students are welcome to participate.
Contact Us
Beth El Temple
2626 Albany Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
Office Hours:
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Monday-Thursday: 8:30am - 4pm
Friday: 8:30am - 2:30pm
SULAM Beth El Educational Program:
Upcoming Events
-
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 22 , 2025Chai Society Luncheon and Comedy Program
Wednesday, Oct 22nd 11:30a to 2:00p
Chai Society invites you to a luncheon and wonderful comedy program with Comedian Joyce Saltman! Don't miss her program, “Funny, You Don’t Look Jewish.” Registration closes October 15, at noon. Click in for details and online registration! -
Sunday ,
NovNovember 2 , 2025Multi-faith Luncheon
Sunday, Nov 2nd 11:30a to 1:00p
Join us for a multi-faith luncheon sponsored by Beth El and the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC). The Hindu and the Jewish communities will gather together to learn and connect. Reservations are required by October 29 at 12pm. Click in to register! Contact Dr. Eliyahu Krigel at ekrigel@bethelwh.org with questions or for more information. -
Wednesday ,
NovNovember 5 , 2025Women of the Bible with Rabbi Rachel Zerin
Wednesday, Nov 5th 6:00p to 7:15p
Join Rabbi Rachel Zerin and Women's Network for an engaging class designed to explore the often-overlooked stories of women in the Hebrew Bible. Together, we’ll uncover their voices, examine their choices, and consider what their lives teach us today. Through discussion, learning, and shared reflection, this class offers a chance to connect more deeply with our tradition—and with one another. Note: Evening minyan begins at 5:30 pm (and please join us if you can!). Class will begin at approximately 6:00pm. -
Saturday ,
NovNovember 8 , 2025Junior Congregation
Shabbat, Nov 8th 10:30a to 12:00p
All are welcome at this special Shabbat service for pre-b’nei mitzvah learners and their families. Sign up to lead a portion of the service! Junior Congregation focuses on prayer leadership and is an excellent opportunity to put our learners’ hard work and study into practice. All students are invited to lead, with pre-b’nei mitzvah learners leading prayers throughout the service, and post-b’nei mitzvah students chanting Torah or Haftarah.
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