Planning an Event
Planning an Event
Function rooms include:
Kessler Hall
Elegant décor welcomes receptions of 250 seated guests including a dance floor. For events not requiring the dance floor, the room comfortably seats 320 for a luncheon or dinner. It can be an auditorium style meeting space for 425.
Hoffman Hall
Often used for cocktail hours or small dinners, this room has a floor to ceiling view of the ceremonial court and gardens just outside its doors. 150 can be seated for a meal. This is also a comfortable venue for cocktail parties up to 185 (when seating is not required for everyone). Doors open to the ceremonial court which is available for use in the warm weather months.
Community Room
A fireplace makes this room an intimate space for events of up to 100 guests seated for a meal or 130 for a meeting or reception.
Sanctuary
Our Sanctuary seats 590 and is available from time to time to community organizations for a lecture or other public program.
Chapel
Our Levine-Shein Chapel offers an intimate setting for a small wedding or other life cycle event, seating up to 125.
Tue, January 13 2026
24 Tevet 5786
Upcoming Events
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Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 14 , 2026
Great Jewish Works That Have Changed Rabbi Rosen
Wednesday, Jan 14th 7:00p to 8:00p
In an age of AI, algorithms, and sponsored posts, how do we find the things that are truly impactful? In this three-part class, Rabbi Rosen will share the Jewish books, art, films, and ideas that have shaped his thinking and his rabbinate. Together, we’ll explore the Jewish works that have influenced Rabbi Rosen — and invite you to reflect on the works that have shaped you. Click in for registration details! -
Saturday ,
JanJanuary 17 , 2026
Exploring the Siddur: A deep dive into the language, meaning, music, and origins of our prayers
Shabbat, Jan 17th 5:00p to 6:30p
Back by popular demand, now expanded with a learner's service and Havdallah! Continuing from our successful summer series, we will meet once a month for a seudah shleesheet (third meal of Shabbat), and a chance to learn with our rabbis/educators about the prayers in our Siddur. New this winter, we are expanding this series to include a learner's Mincha service before, and an in-person havdallah service that will engage all the senses at the end! Adults and teens of all backgrounds are welcome to join; no prior knowledge of Hebrew or the Machzor is necessary. This program is part of the Adult B'nei Mitzvah Program. All are welcome to attend for part or all of the evening, whether or not you are part of the Adult B'nei Mitzvah program. Suggested donation for dinner is $10 per person per session or $40 for the entire series. Click in to register! -
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 20 , 2026Online Author Event: In the Family Way with Laney Katz Becker
Tuesday, Jan 20th 7:00p to 8:30p
Women's Network brings us a conversation with author Laney Katz Becker about her new novel, In the Family Way. Click in to register for this Zoom event! -
Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 21 , 2026
Great Jewish Works That Have Changed Rabbi Rosen
Wednesday, Jan 21st 7:00p to 8:00p
In an age of AI, algorithms, and sponsored posts, how do we find the things that are truly impactful? In this three-part class, Rabbi Rosen will share the Jewish books, art, films, and ideas that have shaped his thinking and his rabbinate. Together, we’ll explore the Jewish works that have influenced Rabbi Rosen — and invite you to reflect on the works that have shaped you. Click in for registration details! -
Saturday ,
JanJanuary 24 , 2026
Temple Trivia Throwdown
Motzei Shabbat, Jan 24th 8:00p to 11:00p
Join us Saturday, January 24th for TEMPLE TRIVIA THROWDOWN! Featuring Rob Guilmette, professional trivia master and DJ! Beth El members are welcome to invite non-members to join their teams. Tickets are $25 per person and include beer, wine and other drinks, snacks and desserts, and live entertainment. To secure your seat with early-bird pricing of $25/person, register online by January 9th at midnight.
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
-
Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 14 , 2026
Great Jewish Works That Have Changed Rabbi Rosen
Wednesday, Jan 14th 7:00p to 8:00p
In an age of AI, algorithms, and sponsored posts, how do we find the things that are truly impactful? In this three-part class, Rabbi Rosen will share the Jewish books, art, films, and ideas that have shaped his thinking and his rabbinate. Together, we’ll explore the Jewish works that have influenced Rabbi Rosen — and invite you to reflect on the works that have shaped you. Click in for registration details! -
Saturday ,
JanJanuary 17 , 2026
Exploring the Siddur: A deep dive into the language, meaning, music, and origins of our prayers
Shabbat, Jan 17th 5:00p to 6:30p
Back by popular demand, now expanded with a learner's service and Havdallah! Continuing from our successful summer series, we will meet once a month for a seudah shleesheet (third meal of Shabbat), and a chance to learn with our rabbis/educators about the prayers in our Siddur. New this winter, we are expanding this series to include a learner's Mincha service before, and an in-person havdallah service that will engage all the senses at the end! Adults and teens of all backgrounds are welcome to join; no prior knowledge of Hebrew or the Machzor is necessary. This program is part of the Adult B'nei Mitzvah Program. All are welcome to attend for part or all of the evening, whether or not you are part of the Adult B'nei Mitzvah program. Suggested donation for dinner is $10 per person per session or $40 for the entire series. Click in to register! -
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 20 , 2026Online Author Event: In the Family Way with Laney Katz Becker
Tuesday, Jan 20th 7:00p to 8:30p
Women's Network brings us a conversation with author Laney Katz Becker about her new novel, In the Family Way. Click in to register for this Zoom event! -
Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 21 , 2026
Great Jewish Works That Have Changed Rabbi Rosen
Wednesday, Jan 21st 7:00p to 8:00p
In an age of AI, algorithms, and sponsored posts, how do we find the things that are truly impactful? In this three-part class, Rabbi Rosen will share the Jewish books, art, films, and ideas that have shaped his thinking and his rabbinate. Together, we’ll explore the Jewish works that have influenced Rabbi Rosen — and invite you to reflect on the works that have shaped you. Click in for registration details!
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