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Library
Library Hours
The library is open whenever Beth El Temple is open. Please check the calendar for meetings or classes as it will not be available during those times.
How to Check Out a Book
Please use the Sign-out Sheet found on the library desk. You will need to write your name, the title of the book, the Bar Code number and finally, the date checked out. Books are due four weeks from check-out.
Ways to Support the Library
Funding for the library collection and library operations comes from donations. Please consider supporting the new Beth El library through one of these two funds:
Library Fund: Donations to this fund support both the library collection and the library’s operations.
Sylvia Clark Solomon Memorial Library Endowment Fund: Proceeds from this endowment fund are used to purchase books.
We are currently not accepting donations of books and other materials.
Sat, December 14 2024
13 Kislev 5785
Upcoming Events
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Saturday ,
DecDecember 14 , 2024Who Wants S'more Havdallah
Motzei Shabbat, Dec 14th 6:00p to 7:00p
Families with children ages 0-18 are invited to join us for Havdallah, a campfire, s'mores and singing! We hope you will join us as we mark the transition from Shabbat into the rest of the week. Please RSVP by Tuesday, December 10th at noon. -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 18 , 2024Studying Dirshuni with Rabbi Rachel Zerin
Wednesday, Dec 18th 6:00p to 7:15p
Join Rabbi Rachel Zerin and Women's Network 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 ,
DecDecember 28 , 2024
Motzei Shabbat, Dec 28th 6:00p to 8:30p
Beth El is celebrating Chanukah with a NIGHT OF LIGHTS! Join us for songs and celebration, with a community candle-lighting, pizza and popcorn, a movie for the kids and fun for the adults. Click in to register! -
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 7 , 2025
Tuesday, Jan 7th 7:00p to 8:00p
Leket rescues produce in Israel, providing nutritious meals to 330,000 Israelis every week, including new immigrants fleeing war in Ukraine, single parents, Holocaust survivors, evacuees, Israeli Arabs, and more. We'll discuss the state of Israel's agriculture during war-time, challenges beyond the headlines, and the latest innovations in food rescue. Register below to join our Israel Engagement Committee for this live “Interview from Israel” to learn more about this amazing organization. -
Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 8 , 2025Class with Rabbi Jim Rosen: Judaism Is About ______
Wednesday, Jan 8th 7:00p to 8:00p
What does it mean to be Jewish? In a time when it is important that we as Jews define who we are and what our Judaism is, Rabbi Jim Rosen leads us in an exploration of Judaism. Judaism is about justice, resilience, spiritual searching, hope, love, and ______. How would you fill in the blank? Click in for details on how to register for this three-part series held only on Zoom only.
Contact Us
Beth El Temple
2626 Albany Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
Office Hours:
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Monday-Thursday: 8:30am - 4pm
Friday: 8:30am - 2:30pm
SULAM Beth El Educational Program:
Upcoming Events
-
Saturday ,
DecDecember 14 , 2024Who Wants S'more Havdallah
Motzei Shabbat, Dec 14th 6:00p to 7:00p
Families with children ages 0-18 are invited to join us for Havdallah, a campfire, s'mores and singing! We hope you will join us as we mark the transition from Shabbat into the rest of the week. Please RSVP by Tuesday, December 10th at noon. -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 18 , 2024Studying Dirshuni with Rabbi Rachel Zerin
Wednesday, Dec 18th 6:00p to 7:15p
Join Rabbi Rachel Zerin and Women's Network 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 ,
DecDecember 28 , 2024
Motzei Shabbat, Dec 28th 6:00p to 8:30p
Beth El is celebrating Chanukah with a NIGHT OF LIGHTS! Join us for songs and celebration, with a community candle-lighting, pizza and popcorn, a movie for the kids and fun for the adults. Click in to register! -
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 7 , 2025
Tuesday, Jan 7th 7:00p to 8:00p
Leket rescues produce in Israel, providing nutritious meals to 330,000 Israelis every week, including new immigrants fleeing war in Ukraine, single parents, Holocaust survivors, evacuees, Israeli Arabs, and more. We'll discuss the state of Israel's agriculture during war-time, challenges beyond the headlines, and the latest innovations in food rescue. Register below to join our Israel Engagement Committee for this live “Interview from Israel” to learn more about this amazing organization.
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