Online Author Event: In the Family Way with Laney Katz Becker

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 • 2 Shevat 5786

7:00 PM - 8:30 PMOn Zoom

Women's Network brings us a conversation with author Laney Katz Becker about her new novel, In the Family Way.

Click here register for this Zoom conversation!

This book is, at its heart, about the friendship between a group of suburban housewives and an unwed 15-year-old mother-to-be in the 1960s before Roe.

A poignant and powerful novel in the vein of Lessons in Chemistry and Big Little Lies, it follows these women as they help one another navigate through their personal challenges, marriages, and their pregnancies - both wanted and unwanted.

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23 Shevat 5786

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FebFebruary 20 , 2026

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Friday, Feb 20th 5:30p to 7:00p
Shababa is a fun, engaging “service” for our youngest generation. All children ~8 and under (and their siblings, parents, and grandparents) are welcome to experience the joy of Shabbat with dancing, singing, stories, prayers and children's dinner. RSVP today! Sponsorship opportunities are available – for just $50 you can celebrate a child’s birthday by sponsoring a Shababa. To sponsor a dinner, please contact Dr. Eliyahu Krigel (ekrigel@bethelwh.org or 860-233-9696).
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FebFebruary 21 , 2026

Exploring the Siddur: A deep dive into the language, meaning, music, and origins of our prayers
Shabbat, Feb 21st 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!
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FebFebruary 22 , 2026

Making Hats for IDF Soldiers
Sunday, Feb 22nd 9:30a to 11:30a
Beth El Temple's KNITzvah and Women's Network invite you to join us to knit and crochet hats for IDF soldiers! These hats will be worn under soldiers' helmets to keep them warm. Knitters and crocheters of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring your own knitting needles or crochet hooks and yarn, or, if you don't have any, we will have extras available for your use. There will also be follow-up "drop in" sessions on Tuesday afternoons through March for those who want to enjoy good company and support as they work. We will provide patterns, assistance in getting started and snacks! Please join us to support these troops and let them know that we care!
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Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 18 , 2026

Reading The Women of the Bible with Rabbi Rachel Zerin
Wednesday, Feb 18th 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.
MORE INFO
Friday ,
FebFebruary 20 , 2026

Shababa
Friday, Feb 20th 5:30p to 7:00p
Shababa is a fun, engaging “service” for our youngest generation. All children ~8 and under (and their siblings, parents, and grandparents) are welcome to experience the joy of Shabbat with dancing, singing, stories, prayers and children's dinner. RSVP today! Sponsorship opportunities are available – for just $50 you can celebrate a child’s birthday by sponsoring a Shababa. To sponsor a dinner, please contact Dr. Eliyahu Krigel (ekrigel@bethelwh.org or 860-233-9696).
Register Now

MORE INFO
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 21 , 2026

Exploring the Siddur: A deep dive into the language, meaning, music, and origins of our prayers
Shabbat, Feb 21st 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
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 22 , 2026

Making Hats for IDF Soldiers
Sunday, Feb 22nd 9:30a to 11:30a
Beth El Temple's KNITzvah and Women's Network invite you to join us to knit and crochet hats for IDF soldiers! These hats will be worn under soldiers' helmets to keep them warm. Knitters and crocheters of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring your own knitting needles or crochet hooks and yarn, or, if you don't have any, we will have extras available for your use. There will also be follow-up "drop in" sessions on Tuesday afternoons through March for those who want to enjoy good company and support as they work. We will provide patterns, assistance in getting started and snacks! Please join us to support these troops and let them know that we care!
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