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Doing, Learning, Sharing, Building Community, Making Friends

The Beth El Temple's Men's Club is about connecting you with interesting things to do and interesting people to meet. Our programs are many and varied; often, we partner with other synagogues or community organizations. Whether you want to stimulate your mind, exercise your body, perform mitzvot or support the synagogue and school, you’ll find plenty of activities and friendships in Beth El’s Men’s Club.

Breakfast and More

Men’s Club sponsors Sunday morning breakfast programs during the year on a wide variety of topics. Our deluxe breakfasts and other programs are sometimes discounted or free to all Men’s Club members who RSVP in advance (yet another reason to become a member!).

Some of our annual programs include:

Welcome-Back-From-Summer Sunday Breakfast with a notable sports speaker
Scotch (or sometimes vodka!) and Steak in the Sukkah
Tuesday & Thursday Morning Reservoir Walk (throughout the year)
Minyan on the Mountain
Distinguished Service Award Banquet
World-wide Wrap (Tefillin Minyan)
Yellow Candle Program for Yom HaShoah Holocaust Remembrance Day
Hearing Men’s Voices, a program designed to build relationships and extend community among our Beth El men

We’re honored

One of the most active chapters in the country, we are proud to have received numerous awards from The Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs (FJMC) including the highly-coveted Quality Club Award, honoring the breadth and depth of our programming, community service and commitment to Judaism and synagogue life. No matter your age or stage in life, we invite you to join our group of go-for-it guys.

Everyone is Welcome

Although we’re called Men's Club all programming (with the exception of the "Hearing Men’s Voices" series) is open to people of all genders. Please email mensclub@bethelwh.org to find out how you can get involved.

Please check out:

Men's Club Programs 2025-2026
Become a Men’s Club Member via printable membership form or online form
Members of the Men’s Club Board

Tue, January 13 2026
24 Tevet 5786

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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!
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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!
MORE INFO
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 20 , 2026

Online 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!
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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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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.
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Tue, January 13 2026 24 Tevet 5786

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

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Upcoming Events

All 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!
MORE INFO
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!
MORE INFO
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 20 , 2026

Online 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!
MORE INFO
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!
MORE INFO

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