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. You can join us for only $36 per year.
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.
Tue, December 2 2025
12 Kislev 5786
Upcoming Events
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Tuesday ,
DecDecember 2 , 2025Screening of Technion Documentary
Tuesday, Dec 2nd 7:00p to 9:00p
The Israel Engagement Committee welcomes you to screen the new documentary about the Technion. The film tells the story of a university born from a Zionist dream that transformed into a global scientific powerhouse, narrating the Technion’s pivotal role in shaping the State of Israel, from building the nation’s infrastructure during its infancy, to defending Israel through times of war, to creating the vibrant ecosystem of scientific and technological innovation we know today. It celebrates the desire to build a better future for the Jewish people. Click in to register! -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 3 , 2025
Reading The Women of the Bible with Rabbi Rachel Zerin
Wednesday, Dec 3rd 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. -
Friday ,
DecDecember 5 , 2025Junior Congregation
Friday, Dec 5th 5:30p to 6:30p
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. -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 7 , 2025
Breakfast Program with UConn's Ellen Herman-Kimball
Sunday, Dec 7th 9:15a to 11:15a
Please join the Men’s Club and Women’s Network for a delicious breakfast as we co-sponsor a program featuring Ellen Herman-Kimball, the coach of UCONN Women’s Volleyball. -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 7 , 2025B'nei Mitzvah and Beyond
Sunday, Dec 7th 9:30a to 11:30a
These workshops are an opportunity for you (the parents) and your 6th graders to explore what it means to be a b'nei mitzvah, learn how to have an Aliyah, make a yad, build a sense of community, and so much more. The 6th grader and at least one parent should join us from 9:30-11:30am. You can also join us for the SULAM school service from 9:00-9:20 on those mornings as well.
Contact Us
Beth El Temple
2626 Albany Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
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Office Hours:
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Monday-Thursday: 8:30am - 4pm
Friday: 8:30am - 2:30pm
SULAM Beth El Educational Program:
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Upcoming Events
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Tuesday ,
DecDecember 2 , 2025Screening of Technion Documentary
Tuesday, Dec 2nd 7:00p to 9:00p
The Israel Engagement Committee welcomes you to screen the new documentary about the Technion. The film tells the story of a university born from a Zionist dream that transformed into a global scientific powerhouse, narrating the Technion’s pivotal role in shaping the State of Israel, from building the nation’s infrastructure during its infancy, to defending Israel through times of war, to creating the vibrant ecosystem of scientific and technological innovation we know today. It celebrates the desire to build a better future for the Jewish people. Click in to register! -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 3 , 2025
Reading The Women of the Bible with Rabbi Rachel Zerin
Wednesday, Dec 3rd 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. -
Friday ,
DecDecember 5 , 2025Junior Congregation
Friday, Dec 5th 5:30p to 6:30p
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. -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 7 , 2025
Breakfast Program with UConn's Ellen Herman-Kimball
Sunday, Dec 7th 9:15a to 11:15a
Please join the Men’s Club and Women’s Network for a delicious breakfast as we co-sponsor a program featuring Ellen Herman-Kimball, the coach of UCONN Women’s Volleyball.
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