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Tikkun & Tour of the Torah
Friday, May 26, 2023 • 6 Sivan 5783
7:45 PM - 9:00 PMBeth El Temple, 2626 Albany Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117We hope you'll join us for dinner, as well! Click here to register for our community Shavuot and Shabbat dinner.
Join us for Learning for All Ages! Choose from 3 options:
Exploring the Torah of Rabbi Harold Kushner z"l with Rabbi Jim Rosen and Rabbi Debra Cantor (geared toward adults)
An exploration of Rabbi Kushner's radical theology, how it is expressed in the world, and what his legacy asks of us today.
Tour of the Torah with Rabbi Rachel Zerin (geared toward children in Kindergarten through 7th grade; all are welcome)
Join us as we unroll the Torah and take a tour from beginning to end! Find special moments like the 10 Commandments, see how the words paint a picture at the Crossing of the Sea, find the letters of your name, ask all your questions about the Torah scroll, and more!
USY Debate with Jason Kay (for 8th-12th graders)
Time for things to get heated! Ever since Jews received the Torah, there has been debate. The issues have changed, but we have always argued, disagreed, and debated. Teens are invited to join together with Jason Kay for some great food and fun debate about current topics.
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Upcoming Events
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Sunday ,
AprApril 28 , 2024
Sunday, Apr 28th 12:15p to 4:00p
For this community hike, we'll meet at Dr. Eliyahu’s house (1021 Mountain Road, Bloomfield, CT) after SULAM enjoys a field day at Schechter. Click in for details and to register! -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 1 , 2024Studying Dirshuni with Rabbi Rachel Zerin
Wednesday, May 1st 6:00p to 7:15p
Join Rabbi Rachel Zerin, Women's Network and the Israel Engagement Committee as we explore both timely and timeless topics through the lens of "Dirshuni: Contemporary Women's Midrash," a book which weaves together ancient Jewish texts and contemporary women's voices. All are welcome, whether it is your first time or you are a regular. All you need is an interest in learning! Snacks will be provided. Note: Evening minyan begins at 5:30 pm (and please join us if you can!). Class will begin at approximately 6:00pm. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024Shabbat Playgroup in the Park: May the Fourth Edition!
Shabbat, May 4th 3:00p to 5:00p
Calling all 0-5 year olds and their grown-ups: come find your people at the park! Join Rabbi Zerin, Dr. Eliyahu, and your friends at Beth El for a relaxed Shabbat afternoon at Eisenhower Park. We will provide cold drinks and summer treats! Note: will be canceled in case of rain. RSVPs requested but not required. Click in to RSVP! -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024
Sunday, May 5th 6:30a to 10:00p
All 8th – 12th graders are invited to join Dr. Eliyahu Krigel and Marisa Beede for a special trip to NYC for the day to learn about the Jewish immigrant experience. The Masa Program at BET is our new program for 8th – 12th graders. This is a travel impact program that will consist of a combination of meetings which, culminating in a trip. For the first year of the program this year, we will be taking a trip to NYC for the day. We’ll leave on a private bus from the Beth El parking lot at 6:30am on May 5! We’ll be back to Beth El at 10:00pm on May 5. The cost is $50 for Beth El members thanks to the generous support of Men’s Club! During the trip we will visit Ellis Island, The Tenement Museum, and the Top of the Rock. We will also experience Kosher dining in NYC as well. In addition to the trip, we will also gather once before to help plan the trip and once after to reflect on our experience together. Space is limited to 20 students. Please contact Dr. Eliyahu Krigel at ekrigel@bethelwh.org with questions and for more information. Click in to register!