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We read in Pirkei Avot (Ethics of our Ancestors): “don’t separate yourself from the community.”

It is something we at Beth El take very seriously. As a large synagogue, we are able to offer many opportunities to meet people, make friends, get involved, give back.

Our Music and Arts program is unparalleled; few synagogues nationwide offer this level of professionalism. Our Men’s Club, Women’s Network and Chai Society keep you busy learning, doing, laughing and, of course, eating. Our kids are discovering Jewish essentials by exploring, celebrating, having fun and giving back. Under 40? NextGen is a way to be social together.

Check out the links below, connect with the liaison, and become part of our Community You Can Believe In.

Beth El Music and Arts (BEMA)
Chai Society (those 55+)
Craft Gallery
Families
Havurah
Israel Engagement
Men’s Club
NextGen (20s, 30s and early 40s)
USY (grades 9 through 12)
Women’s Network

Wed, June 16 2021
6 Tammuz 5781

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Friday ,
JunJune 18 , 2021

Shabbat in the Park
Friday, Jun 18th 5:30p to 7:30p
All are invited to Eisenhower Park for Shabbat in the Park! Covid precautions prevent this from being a potluck event, but we invite you to bring a picnic for the family. We'll bring the grape juice & challah! RSVPs are not required, but helps let us know you are joining (and whom to contact in case the weather is iffy). Meet by the playground to celebrate Shabbat with our Beth El community. Contact Jason Kay (engagement@bethelwh.org) with any questions.
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Thursday ,
JulJuly 15 , 2021

Pre-Olympic Tune-up Baseball with Team Israel
Thursday, Jul 15th 10:30a to 1:00p
The Israel Engagement Committee invites you to head over to Hartford's Dunkin' Donuts Park to watch Team Israel take on the Bristol Blues. Baseball will be featured at the 2020 Summer Olympics for the first time since the 2008 Summer Games, and Team Israel is one of six national teams that will compete in the tournament. The Team Israel current roster includes former Major League players such as C Ryan Lavarnway (Red Sox, Orioles, Braves, Athletics, Pirates, Reds), INF Danny Valencia (Twins & Orioles), INF/OF Ty Kelly (Mets & Phillies), LHP Jeremy Bleich (Athletics), and Yard Goats infielder Scott Burcham. Team Israel will head to Tokyo, Japan on July 22nd, and the Opening Ceremonies will take place on July 24th. Gates open at 9:30. Tickets are $10 and include the game and $2 to be used for concessions (coffee/donuts/merchandise).
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Friday ,
JulJuly 16 , 2021

Shabbat in the Park
Friday, Jul 16th 5:30p to 7:30p
All are invited to Eisenhower Park for Shabbat in the Park! Covid precautions prevent this from being a potluck event, but we invite you to bring a picnic for the family. We'll bring the grape juice & challah! RSVPs are not required, but helps let us know you are joining (and whom to contact in case the weather is iffy). Meet by the playground to celebrate Shabbat with our Beth El community. Contact Jason Kay (engagement@bethelwh.org) with any questions.
Register Now

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Saturday ,
AugAugust 7 , 2021

Shabbat Potluck Picnic in the Park
Shabbat, Aug 7th 5:30p to 7:30p
All are invited to Eisenhower Park for a Shabbat Potluck Picnic! Covid precautions prevent this from being a potluck event, but we invite you to bring a picnic for the family. We'll bring the grape juice & challah! RSVPs are not required, but helps let us know you are joining (and whom to contact in case the weather is iffy). Meet by the playground to celebrate Shabbat with our Beth El community. Contact Jason Kay (engagement@bethelwh.org) with any questions.
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Sunday ,
AugAugust 22 , 2021

Faith & Family Day with the Hartford Yard Goats
Sunday, Aug 22nd 1:05p to 4:00p
Come join the Men’s Club at Dunkin’ Donuts Park to see the Hartford Yard Goats play the New Hampshire Fisher Cats! Our seats, in the Hartford Terrace section along the first-base side, are in a shaded, semi-private section. Your ticket will allow you free access to the Yard Goats Club, an air conditioned indoor section with great views of the game, comfortable seating, and higher-end food and liquor options not available at the general concession stands. And yes, fries, hot dogs, and beer are also available there. You can go to this private section when you want to take a break from your field seats, get refreshments, and schmooze with others. In addition, each ticket comes with a $2 voucher for the concessions and the Yard Goats store. Tickets are limited, so you are urged to put in your RSVP as soon as possible. You may request to be seated with others who are placing their RSVP separately.
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Wed, June 16 2021 6 Tammuz 5781

Contact Us

Beth El Temple
2626 Albany Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117

(860) 233-9696
(860) 233-9892

Office Hours:
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Monday-Thursday: 8:30am - 4pm
Friday: 8:30am - 2:30pm

SULAM Beth El Educational Program:
(860) 233-9891

DIRECTIONS

Upcoming Events

All Events

Friday ,
JunJune 18 , 2021

Shabbat in the Park
Friday, Jun 18th 5:30p to 7:30p
All are invited to Eisenhower Park for Shabbat in the Park! Covid precautions prevent this from being a potluck event, but we invite you to bring a picnic for the family. We'll bring the grape juice & challah! RSVPs are not required, but helps let us know you are joining (and whom to contact in case the weather is iffy). Meet by the playground to celebrate Shabbat with our Beth El community. Contact Jason Kay (engagement@bethelwh.org) with any questions.
Register Now

MORE INFO
Thursday ,
JulJuly 15 , 2021

Pre-Olympic Tune-up Baseball with Team Israel
Thursday, Jul 15th 10:30a to 1:00p
The Israel Engagement Committee invites you to head over to Hartford's Dunkin' Donuts Park to watch Team Israel take on the Bristol Blues. Baseball will be featured at the 2020 Summer Olympics for the first time since the 2008 Summer Games, and Team Israel is one of six national teams that will compete in the tournament. The Team Israel current roster includes former Major League players such as C Ryan Lavarnway (Red Sox, Orioles, Braves, Athletics, Pirates, Reds), INF Danny Valencia (Twins & Orioles), INF/OF Ty Kelly (Mets & Phillies), LHP Jeremy Bleich (Athletics), and Yard Goats infielder Scott Burcham. Team Israel will head to Tokyo, Japan on July 22nd, and the Opening Ceremonies will take place on July 24th. Gates open at 9:30. Tickets are $10 and include the game and $2 to be used for concessions (coffee/donuts/merchandise).
Register Now

MORE INFO
Friday ,
JulJuly 16 , 2021

Shabbat in the Park
Friday, Jul 16th 5:30p to 7:30p
All are invited to Eisenhower Park for Shabbat in the Park! Covid precautions prevent this from being a potluck event, but we invite you to bring a picnic for the family. We'll bring the grape juice & challah! RSVPs are not required, but helps let us know you are joining (and whom to contact in case the weather is iffy). Meet by the playground to celebrate Shabbat with our Beth El community. Contact Jason Kay (engagement@bethelwh.org) with any questions.
Register Now

MORE INFO
Saturday ,
AugAugust 7 , 2021

Shabbat Potluck Picnic in the Park
Shabbat, Aug 7th 5:30p to 7:30p
All are invited to Eisenhower Park for a Shabbat Potluck Picnic! Covid precautions prevent this from being a potluck event, but we invite you to bring a picnic for the family. We'll bring the grape juice & challah! RSVPs are not required, but helps let us know you are joining (and whom to contact in case the weather is iffy). Meet by the playground to celebrate Shabbat with our Beth El community. Contact Jason Kay (engagement@bethelwh.org) with any questions.
Register Now

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