Mitzvot & Tikkun Olam
Pirkei Avot, Ethics of our Ancestors, teaches us that the universe depends on three things: on Torah (law), on Avodah (service to God), and on g'milut chasadim (acts of lovingkindness). Beth El offers many opportunities to provide acts of lovingkindness to the greater Hartford community and to members in our Beth El community. In addition to those listed below, our Men’s Club, Women’s Network and SULAM Beth El each engage in mitzvah projects as part of their programming. Feel free to contact these groups directly for information. The Beth El office, at (860) 233-9696, can help answer additional questions.
Caring Committee (Preparing meals for members in need)
Food Pantry
Hineni (Support at the death of a loved one)
Jessie’s Garden
KNITzvah
Serve a Meal
Yedid Nefesh (Friendly visitors)
Mon, June 9 2025
13 Sivan 5785
Upcoming Events
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Tuesday ,
JunJune 10 , 2025Annual Congregational Meeting
Tuesday, Jun 10th 7:00p to 8:00p
Hear the business of the synagogue and cast your vote on the slate of nominated officers. -
Wednesday ,
JunJune 11 , 2025Annual Spring Fundraising Event: Live Concert with Boston Common Band!
Wednesday, Jun 11th 7:00p to 9:00p
We are excited to invite you to a LIVE, FUN, FAMILY-FRIENDLY CONCERT EVENT with one of Boston's top bands! Your membership helps make a difference every day! Your generosity and support is vital to our community, and we want to celebrate our Beth El family! Come as you are, ready for a night of fun! Jeans, sneakers, whatever you're comfortable in! Click in for tickets, sponsorship details, and more! -
Saturday ,
JunJune 14 , 2025Shabbat Playgroup in the Park
Shabbat, Jun 14th 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! -
Saturday ,
JunJune 14 , 2025Exploring the Siddur: A deep dive into the language, meaning, music, and origins of our prayers
Shabbat, Jun 14th 5:30p to 7:00p
Second Summer Saturdays: June 14, July 12, and August 9, 5:30-7:00 Join Rabbi Rosen and Rabbi Zerin on select Shabbat afternoons throughout the summer for a light dinner/Seudah Shleesheet, learning, and zemirot/Shabbat songs. Each week, we will take a deep dive into one or two of the prayers in our Siddur, exploring topics such as the meaning of the prayer, the way it functions in the service, the different biblical and rabbinic texts that it quotes or refers to, new and traditional musical settings for the prayer, ways that music enhances the meaning of the text, and the history of how the prayer came to be a fixture in our prayerbook. Adults and teens of all backgrounds are welcome to join; no prior knowledge of Hebrew or the Siddur necessary. Light dinner will be served RSVP required (click in to register!) $10 suggested donation per person -
Tuesday ,
JunJune 17 , 2025Beer Night at the Thomas Hooker Brewery
Tuesday, Jun 17th 7:00p to 10:00p
Join Beth El Temple’s Men Club in an evening at Thomas Hooker Brewery in Bloomfield. Enjoy beer and wine, learn about the brewing process from a great local brewery, and connect with fellow members of the community. Each ticket includes a drink of your choice as well as pizza. You do not have to be a Men’s Club member to attend! Tickets are limited, so click in to sign up ASAP. All guests must be 21+.
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
-
Tuesday ,
JunJune 10 , 2025Annual Congregational Meeting
Tuesday, Jun 10th 7:00p to 8:00p
Hear the business of the synagogue and cast your vote on the slate of nominated officers. -
Wednesday ,
JunJune 11 , 2025Annual Spring Fundraising Event: Live Concert with Boston Common Band!
Wednesday, Jun 11th 7:00p to 9:00p
We are excited to invite you to a LIVE, FUN, FAMILY-FRIENDLY CONCERT EVENT with one of Boston's top bands! Your membership helps make a difference every day! Your generosity and support is vital to our community, and we want to celebrate our Beth El family! Come as you are, ready for a night of fun! Jeans, sneakers, whatever you're comfortable in! Click in for tickets, sponsorship details, and more! -
Saturday ,
JunJune 14 , 2025Shabbat Playgroup in the Park
Shabbat, Jun 14th 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! -
Saturday ,
JunJune 14 , 2025Exploring the Siddur: A deep dive into the language, meaning, music, and origins of our prayers
Shabbat, Jun 14th 5:30p to 7:00p
Second Summer Saturdays: June 14, July 12, and August 9, 5:30-7:00 Join Rabbi Rosen and Rabbi Zerin on select Shabbat afternoons throughout the summer for a light dinner/Seudah Shleesheet, learning, and zemirot/Shabbat songs. Each week, we will take a deep dive into one or two of the prayers in our Siddur, exploring topics such as the meaning of the prayer, the way it functions in the service, the different biblical and rabbinic texts that it quotes or refers to, new and traditional musical settings for the prayer, ways that music enhances the meaning of the text, and the history of how the prayer came to be a fixture in our prayerbook. Adults and teens of all backgrounds are welcome to join; no prior knowledge of Hebrew or the Siddur necessary. Light dinner will be served RSVP required (click in to register!) $10 suggested donation per person
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