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Youth & Family Programs
Youth & Family Programs
Beth El and Your Family
The family is the key to the survival of the Jewish people, and parental involvement is crucial to the development of a child’s Jewish identity. Guided by these ideas, our educational program (together with our rabbis and cantor), provides many opportunities for family experiential learning.
Together, we explore the ways that Judaism can add richness to our lives. Our hope is that all of us, families and teachers, will be engaged, be inspired, be challenged, be fulfilled, and yes, be joyous as we learn together.
When is Family Learning Scheduled?
Family learning is scheduled by grade level, giving parents and children the opportunity to explore together age-appropriate topics. These programs take place on Sunday mornings during regular class time. Participating with your child is important; we have seen over time that children are disappointed when a parent or other relative cannot attend. Parents of day school students are invited to participate as well.
Mitzvah and Munchies
Our Parent Action Group (PAG) also plans learning experiences during the year, such as the very popular Mitzvah and Munchies program scheduled after SULAM on various Sunday mornings. Learners and their parents enjoy a light lunch and work on a specific caring for the world mitzvah project.
Special Shabbat and Holiday Programs
Throughout the year, families are also invited to participate in special Shabbat and holiday programs. It is our hope that by learning and sharing together, our children come to see that Judaism and Jewish values are an integral and important part of daily living.
We look forward to seeing you at our family programs!
Wed, January 27 2021
14 Shevat 5781
Upcoming Events
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Saturday ,
JanJanuary 30 , 2021Shabbat Club
Shabbat, Jan 30th 11:00a to 12:00p
Our Shabbat Club makes it cool for kids @shul. Songs, prayers, stories, games and more for kids in grades 1-5. (Registration required & limited to first 15 students. Social distancing protocols will be in effect, and all over the age of five must wear a mask at all times.) Click here to register! -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 3 , 2021Making of a Hallmark Movie: An Insider's Look
Wednesday, Feb 3rd 8:00p to 9:00p
Women's Network presents an interview with Beth El Temple member Julie Sherman Wolfe, screenwriter for The Hallmark Channel. Free for all Beth El members. Join us to hear tales from Connecticut movie shoots, what it's like to create a film (from start to finish!), and how Julie got her start in this exciting industry. Click here to register! -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 6 , 2021Mazel Tots
Shabbat, Feb 6th 11:00a to 12:00p
Mazel Tots is the spot for kiddos on Shabbat mornings! Enjoy songs, prayers and stories. This program is geared for children from birth through kindergarten with their parents, but all are welcome. Click here to register! -
Monday ,
FebFebruary 8 , 2021Musical Chat with Cantor Joseph Ness
Monday, Feb 8th 1:00p to 2:00p
Cantor Ness is back with this very popular class, but instead of weekly, we'll meet twice a month. Cantor leads a discussion on various aspects of Jewish music, both culturally and liturgically; a link to the music will be provided before class. For access details, please contact Lydia Lutt (marketing@bethelwh.org). -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 13 , 2021Musical Family Havdalah
Motzei Shabbat, Feb 13th 7:00p to 7:30p
Bring your own wine/juice, spices, and candle, and join for a Havdalah filled with community and songs. Members -- check the weekly email for access details, or reach out to Lydia at marketing@bethelwh.org.