Craft Gallery
New managers Lonni and Rivka welcome you to the Craft Gallery!
In our shop you'll find...
- items for Rosh Hashanah -- apple and honey dishes, challah boards and challah covers, kiddush cups, candles and candlesticks
- tallitot and kippot for your child's bar or bat mitzvah
- menorahs and seder plates for holidays later in the Jewish year
- mezuzot, jewelry, books and toys for any occasion
Lonni and Rivka love helping shoppers find just the right item, whether it's for your home or a gift for family or friends. Rivka specializes in Judaica, having previously owned the Judaica Shop in West Hartford's Bishop's Corner.
The Craft Gallery will be open 9-11:30am on Sundays when SULAM (Beth El's religious education program) is in session. Proceeds from this Women’s Network-sponsored shop support the Beth El community, including B’nai Mitzvah kiddush cups, new member welcome baskets, and havdallah candles used by our religious education students.
For an appointment at other times, please contact the Beth El office at (860) 233-9696 and we can connect you with Lonni and Rivka.
If you think you would like to volunteer in the Craft Gallery, please contact the Beth El office!
Payment:
We take cash, checks, and venmo.
Thank you, Jill & Shelley!
Jill Jones and Shelley Barker did an awesome job managing Beth El's beautiful Craft Gallery for more than a dozen years, with Jill's tenure going back even further! They are now enjoying a well-deserved retirement from this labor of love.
The Craft Gallery is an exceptional asset for Beth El and all proceeds from sales, amounting to thousands of dollars each year, are used by Women’s Network to benefit our entire congregation by funding engaging adult programming, off-site learning experiences for our teens and specific synagogue needs that come up from time to time.
Please join us in expressing our immense gratitude to Jill and Shelley for their passionate dedication and untold hours of service over the past many years! Also, please welcome Lonni and Rivka as they begin to guide this valuable gem forward into the future!
Tue, January 13 2026
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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! -
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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