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!
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Upcoming Events
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Saturday ,
AugAugust 23 , 2025Shabbat Playgroup in the Park
Shabbat, Aug 23rd 3:00p to 5:00p
Calling all 0-5 year olds and their grown-ups: come find your people at the park! Join Dr. Eliyahu and your Beth El friends 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 ,
AugAugust 31 , 2025Men's Club Outing to see the Hartford Yard Goats play the Portland Sea Dogs
Sunday, Aug 31st 12:00p to 4:00p
Back by popular demand! Join the Men’s Club at Dunkin’ Donuts Park to see the Hartford Yard Goats (Colorado Rockies affiliate) play the Portland Sea Dogs (the Boston Red Sox minor league affiliate)! Our seats, in the Hartford Terrace section along the first-base side, are in a shaded, private section. Your ticket will allow you free exclusive access to the Yard Goats Club, an air conditioned indoor section with great views of the game, comfortable seating, and higher-end food and liquor options not available at the general concession stands. And yes, fries, hot dogs, and beer are also available there. You can go to this private section when you want to take a break from your field seats, get refreshments, and schmooze with others. Our group will be recognized at the game. There will be a shout out for the Beth El Men's Club! One of us will get to throw out a first pitch! There may be other surprises! Kids run the bases after the game! Tickets are limited, so you are urged to put in your RSVP as soon as possible. You may request to be seated with others who are placing their RSVP separately. -
Sunday ,
SepSeptember 7 , 2025
Sunday, Sep 7th 11:30a to 1:00p
This event is free and open to the public! Prospective members encouraged to join us! -
Friday ,
SepSeptember 12 , 2025Shabbat Under the Stars
Friday, Sep 12th 5:30p to 7:30p
Join us for an outdoor, family-friendly service and congregational dinner. Please RSVP by September 8 at noon. -
Sunday ,
SepSeptember 14 , 2025Intro to EFT Tapping: Reduce Stress, Reclaim Calm, and Reset Yourself
Sunday, Sep 14th 2:00p to 3:30p
Learn about this simple tool to calm your nervous system, releasing stress, tension, and emotional overwhelm. Marie Cancelliere, M.Ed. and Emotional Wellness Coach will guide us in the session brought to us by Women's Network and the North Atlantic Region of the WLCJ. Click in for RSVP details!
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
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Saturday ,
AugAugust 23 , 2025Shabbat Playgroup in the Park
Shabbat, Aug 23rd 3:00p to 5:00p
Calling all 0-5 year olds and their grown-ups: come find your people at the park! Join Dr. Eliyahu and your Beth El friends 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 ,
AugAugust 31 , 2025Men's Club Outing to see the Hartford Yard Goats play the Portland Sea Dogs
Sunday, Aug 31st 12:00p to 4:00p
Back by popular demand! Join the Men’s Club at Dunkin’ Donuts Park to see the Hartford Yard Goats (Colorado Rockies affiliate) play the Portland Sea Dogs (the Boston Red Sox minor league affiliate)! Our seats, in the Hartford Terrace section along the first-base side, are in a shaded, private section. Your ticket will allow you free exclusive access to the Yard Goats Club, an air conditioned indoor section with great views of the game, comfortable seating, and higher-end food and liquor options not available at the general concession stands. And yes, fries, hot dogs, and beer are also available there. You can go to this private section when you want to take a break from your field seats, get refreshments, and schmooze with others. Our group will be recognized at the game. There will be a shout out for the Beth El Men's Club! One of us will get to throw out a first pitch! There may be other surprises! Kids run the bases after the game! Tickets are limited, so you are urged to put in your RSVP as soon as possible. You may request to be seated with others who are placing their RSVP separately. -
Sunday ,
SepSeptember 7 , 2025
Sunday, Sep 7th 11:30a to 1:00p
This event is free and open to the public! Prospective members encouraged to join us! -
Friday ,
SepSeptember 12 , 2025Shabbat Under the Stars
Friday, Sep 12th 5:30p to 7:30p
Join us for an outdoor, family-friendly service and congregational dinner. Please RSVP by September 8 at noon.
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