Announcements - Beth El Synagogue Center

Loss in the Beth El Community: Dina Ginsburg z"l, Mother of Ruthie (Amnon) Gotian - Updated Funeral Time

03/23/2023 03:24:55 PM

Mar23

In sorrow, we inform you of the passing of Dina Ginsburg z”l, wife of Arthur Ginsburg z"l, mother of our member Ruthie (Amnon) Gotian, and
grandmother of Benjamin, Jonathan and Eitan Gotian.

The funeral and shiva will take place in Israel on Friday, March 24 at 7:00AM EST. To access the zoom link for the funeral click HERE.

Ruthie will have a zoom open during Shiva to see family and friends in the States according to the following schedule:

Sunday, March 26 at 1:00-2:00PM EST

Monday, March 27 at 1:00-2:00PM EST

Tuesday, March 28 at 1:00-2:00PM EST

Wenesday, March 29 at 1:00-2:00PM EST

To access the zoom link for Shiva click HERE.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the
Gotian family at rgotian@gmail.com

May the Gotian family be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

המקום ינחם אתכם בתוך שאר אבלי ציון וירושלים

Robert Patchen, President

Members of our community who have suffered the loss of a loved one have been comforted by the generosity of donations made
in the memory of those they have lost.

If you would like to make a donation to Beth El Synagogue Center,
please click here.

TEENS: Last Chance! Shabbat Dinner at Rabbi Sitkin's Home TOMORROW!

03/23/2023 11:35:33 AM

Mar23

March 23, 2023
1 Nissan 5783

Dear Teens:

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR SHABBAT DINNER TOMORROW AT RABBI SITKIN'S FAMILY HOME! We hope to see you there! Check out the schedule for the next few weeks below - links coming in the next email!

SHABBAT DINNER AT RABBI SITKIN'S
Don't miss out on Shabbat Dinner this Friday, March 24, 6:30-8:30 pm. Register at bethelnr.org/teenshab324. YOU MUST REGISTER BY THE END OF TODAY!

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OTHER UPCOMING PROGRAMS
1) Friday, March 31, 6:00 pm - Community Shabbat Dinner
2) Saturday, April 1, 10:00 am - Shabbat Services, Lunch, & Chocolate Sede
Welcome Back Leffell Seniors!
3) Saturday, April 15, TIME TBD, Breakfast Run Prep at Beth El
4) Sunday, April 16, 7:30-11:00 am - Breakfast Run in NYC! Looking for volunteers
5) Sunday, April 23, 11:00 am-4:30 pm - Yankees-Blue Jays Game

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TEENCOLLAB SPRING REGISTRATION
You can still register for the spring session of TeenCollab! This semester, you can choose from Israeli Slang, Israel's History, and a special opportunity just for 10th-12th graders to explore issues in Jewish leaderships with leaders from all six different synagogues involved in the TeenCollab.

DAY OF THE WEEK CHANGE: These programs are on Thursdays beginning March 9, 6:30-8:00 pm. If you have questions, please reach out to Alyssa Schwager.

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SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
As the days get longer, we're thinking about your summer plans! Not sure what to do this summer? Go to www.findyoursummer.org to check out a whole bunch of exciting opportunities to see what fits you! Thinking about going to Israel this summer? Check out www.rootone.org for awesome Israel opportunities—you may be eligible for a $3,000 RootOne Voucher! You can scroll down for details about USY's summer experiences in the United States, Israel, and beyond too. Reach out to Bekkah with any questions. Please reach out with any questions. Programs are all listed below.

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CALLING OUR SENIORS INTERESTED IN GAP YEAR
Do you want to spend this upcoming year on Nativ but financially it is a stretch? Taking advantage of a gap year in Israel with Nativ is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and we want to help make this a reality for you!

See the many scholarship opportunities - financial-aid, merit-based and location-based- available for Nativers. We are proud to introduce two new scholarships for incoming Nativers of $10,000 and $2,500 respectively. Applications for scholarships open in April to students who have been accepted to Nativ. In addition we recommend you speak with your local community, Rabbis and Synagogues, Jewish Federations and youth groups. We are also happy to set up individualized payment plans through March 2024 for the remaining program balance. E-mail USCJ's Nativ to create a plan that works for you!

Apply to Nativ today!

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See you soon,

Bekkah Gold and the Beth El Teen Board

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Questions? Contact Bekkah Gold, Teen Advisor at teens@bethelnr.org for more info.

Beth El Synagogue Center
1324 North Avenue
New Rochelle, NY 10804

Shavuon March 22: The Exodus Games, Spring Break, Women's Seder & Community Dinner

03/22/2023 06:00:51 PM

Mar22

Hi everyone,

Passover is almost here! We are so excited to celebrate on Sunday, March 26 during Religious School with The Exodus Games! We also have a few community events to highlight, as well:

Women's Seder on Wednesday, March 29 at 6:30 pm for ages 13+. Register here.
Scholar in Residence & Community Dinner on Friday, March 31. Register here for dinner.

Here is the Religious School calendar for the next few weeks:

Thursday, March 23: regular RS
Sunday, March 26: regular RS & Moadon; Exodus Games end at 11:15 am
Thursday, March 30: regular RS
Sunday, April 1: no RS; start of Spring/Passover Break
Thursday, April 6: no RS, 2nd seder
Sunday, April 9: no RS, Passover
Thursday, April 13: no RS, 8th day of Passover
Sunday, April 16: RS resumes; Moadon

The Exodus Games
Sunday, March 26 (during regular Religious School)

We are so excited for our Passover program—The Exodus Games! We will divide into six teams to compete to see who can leave Egypt with the most points! As part of the tasks of the Exodus Games, we will review the parts of the seder, address the Passover story, and make sure we think about our own connections to the holiday.

Details:

Religious School begins at 9 am as usual.
Gan-Kitah Bet (K-2nd grade) will end at 11:15 am (not 11 am).
Moadon and the older grades will end at 12 pm as normal.

Email Alyssa to confirm your K-2nd grader can stay until 11:15 am.

Women's Seder for ages 13+
Wednesday, March 29 at 6:30 pm

Join us to celebrate the women of the Exodus and the role that they played in the Passover Story. We will tell stories, sing and enjoy a light dinner to get us ready for a meaningful Pesach! This will be an in-person event only.

Cost: $36/peron; All are welcome, age 13 and up.
Questions? Contact Erica Epstein or Shayna Klopott.

Register here.

Community Dinner & Scholar in Residence Shabbat
Friday, March 31 at 6 pm (services), 7 pm (dinner), 8 pm (learning)

Come bring in Shabbat as a whole family! Join our all-are-welcome Kabbalat Shabbat service at 6 pm (with supervised free play for kids who might need a break), and our Community Shabbat dinner at 7 pm. You can also enjoy our Scholar in Residence speaking at 8 pm (no childcare provided).

Cost:
$30/person (over age 13) or $18/person (under 13) for dinner; $100 family max

Register here.

Youth & Family: Exodus Games, Women's Seder & Community Dinner

03/22/2023 06:00:46 PM

Mar22

Hi everyone,

Passover is almost here! We are so excited to celebrate on Sunday, March 26 with The Exodus Games! We also have a few community events to highlight, as well:

Upcoming Events:

The Exodus Games on Sunday, March 26 at 9:30 am. Email Alyssa.
Women's Seder on Wednesday, March 29 at 6:30 pm. Register here.
Scholar in Residence & Community Dinner on Friday, March 31. Register here for dinner.

Upcoming Events

The Exodus Games
Sunday, March 26 from 9:30-11:15 am

We are so excited for our Passover program—The Exodus Games! We will divide into six teams to compete to see who can leave Egypt with the most points! As part of the tasks of the Exodus Games, we will review the parts of the seder, address the Passover story, and make sure we think about our own connections to the holiday.

This program is open to all K-7th graders in our Beth El community!
Email Alyssa to sign up.

Women's Seder
Wednesday, March 29 at 6:30 pm

Join us to celebrate the women of the Exodus and the role that they played in the Passover Story. We will tell stories, sing and enjoy a light dinner to get us ready for a meaningful Pesach! This will be an in-person event only.

Cost: $36/peron; All are welcome, age 13 and up.
Questions? Contact Erica Epstein or Shayna Klopott.

Register here.

Community Dinner & Scholar in Residence Shabbat
Friday, March 31 at 6 pm (services), 7 pm (dinner), 8 pm (learning)

Come bring in Shabbat as a whole family! Join our all-are-welcome Kabbalat Shabbat service at 6 pm (with supervised free play for kids who might need a break), and our Community Shabbat dinner at 7 pm. You can also enjoy our Scholar in Residence speaking at 8 pm (no childcare provided).

Cost:
$30/person (over age 13) or $18/person (under 13) for dinner; $100 family max

Register here.

Loss in the Beth El Community: Dina Ginsburg z"l, Mother of Ruthie (Amnon) Gotian

03/22/2023 02:16:02 PM

Mar22

In sorrow, we inform you of the passing of Dina Ginsburg z”l, wife of Arthur Ginsburg z"l, mother of our member Ruthie (Amnon) Gotian, and
grandmother of Benjamin, Jonathan and Eitan Gotian.

The funeral and shiva will take place in Israel on Friday, March 24 at 8:00AM EST. To access the zoom link for the funeral click HERE.

Ruthie will have a zoom open during Shiva to see family and friends in the States according to the following schedule:

Sunday, March 26 at 1:00-2:00PM EST

Monday, March 27 at 1:00-2:00PM EST

Tuesday, March 28 at 1:00-2:00PM EST

Wenesday, March 29 at 1:00-2:00PM EST

Thursday, March 30 at 1:00-2:00PM EST

To access the zoom link for Shiva click HERE.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the
Gotian family at rgotian@gmail.com

May the Gotian family be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

המקום ינחם אתכם בתוך שאר אבלי ציון וירושלים

Robert Patchen, President

Members of our community who have suffered the loss of a loved one have been comforted by the generosity of donations made
in the memory of those they have lost.

If you would like to make a donation to Beth El Synagogue Center,
please click here.

Ride The (Virtual) El & Community Update

03/21/2023 12:10:30 PM

Mar21

Tonight, Tuesday, March 21,
7:30 pm

Anyone who lives to be an adult will experience at some point in their lives the death of a close relative or loved one. In this session, we will discuss what Jewish practices of mourning are intended to achieve. Are they for the deceased or are they for the living? What happens if there is no one to mourn the deceased? What if a person does not want to be mourned? Questions such as these help us bring Jewish mourning practices into focus and understand exactly the purpose of the minutiae of what we do.

Register Here.

This Sunday, March 26, 7:30 pm

You're invited to a special Passover concert with guest artist, Galeet Dardashti and her band, Divahn. There will be a selection of Sephardi and Mizrachi Pesach songs.

This program is presented by Shoresh Halev Center for Jewish Music at Beth El.

Register Here.

Join us for a pre-concert wine tasting and sale from 5-7 pm, sponsored by Beth El's Mens Club! Sample thirty different wines that will all be available to purchase for Passover at a discounted rate. All wines will be delivered in time for your seder.

Rabbi Schuck's Sermon on UJA Israel Mission Trip

This Shabbat, March 25
Rabbi Schuck’s sermon this Shabbat morning will focus on his takeaways from the UJA-sponsored mission to Israel that he joined last week with other Rabbis from Westchester County to learn about the political situation now roiling Israeli society. After kiddush, please join the Rabbi for a discussion that will take an even deeper dive into the complexities of the current political landscape in Israel.

Post-Israel Mission Rabbinic Reflections

Monday, March 27, 12:00 noon
Zoom Only
Join UJA-NY for an exclusive conversation with Rabbi David Schuck and other Westchester rabbis just back from a special UJA mission in Israel. The delegation met with politicians, journalists, and thought leaders across the political spectrum on key issues, including judicial reform.

During this virtual program, you’ll discover what the rabbis have learned on the ground. They will share their insights about the complex circumstances in Israel, their perspectives on American Jewish leadership, and what role they -- and by extension, their congregations and communities -- have to play when exploring issues about Israel.

Register Here.

Shabbat Scholar-in-Residence: Michael Koplow
Next Shabbat, March 31-April 1
To learn more about the current situation unfolding in Israel from a policy expert, join us next Shabbat! Kabbalat Shabbat Services will begin on Friday evening, March 31, at 6 pm, followed by a Community Shabbat Dinner at 7 pm.

Michael Koplow will give a talk on Friday night after dinner and on Saturday after kiddush. He will also share a sermon on Shabbat morning.

Koplow will speak on the following topics:
1. Israel’s Judicial Overhaul: Reform or Revolution?
2. Building a People Vs. Building a State and the American-Israeli Divide
3. Why Should We Care About the State of Two States?

Michael Koplow is the chief policy officer of Israel Policy Forum, and also serves as a senior research fellow of the Kogod Research Center at the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America.

Wednesday, March 29, 6:30 pm

Join us to celebrate the women of Exodus and the role that they played in the Passover Story. We will tell stories, sing and enjoy a light dinner to get us ready for a meaningful Pesach!

$36/person. All welcome, 13 and up.

Register Here.

The registration deadline is Friday, March 24th.
No walk-ins, you must be pre-registered to attend.

Any questions please contact Erica Epstein, mmleepstein@gmail.com, or Shayna Klopott, shayna.klopott@gmail.com.

Friday, March 31-Saturday, April 1
Kabbalat Shabbat Services will begin on Friday evening, March 31, at 6 pm, followed by a Community Shabbat Dinner at 7 pm.

Michael Koplow will give a talk on Friday night after dinner and on Saturday after kiddush. He will also share a sermon on Shabbat morning.

Koplow will speak on the following topics:
1. Israel’s Judicial Overhaul: Reform or Revolution?
2. Building a People Vs. Building a State and the American-Israeli Divide
3. Why Should We Care About the State of Two States?

Register Here for the Dinner.

Michael Koplow is the chief policy officer of Israel Policy Forum, and also serves as a senior research fellow of the Kogod Research Center at the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America.

Celebrate Passover at Beth El! For a full list of services, events, and other important information, click here.

Sunday, March 26, 2:30 pm

Beth El Synagogue Center is excited to co-sponsor KugelFest at the JCC Mid-Westchester. Communities around the county are sending “Kugel Masters,” including some Beth El members, to give you a taste of their noodle creation. You are invited to judge and vote on which kugel ticks all your boxes. We will have homemade options and certified kosher options.

Just 2 weeks before Passover, KugelFest is giving us a chance to clean out our chametz (leavened products). We invite you to donate your dried goods for The HOPE Community Services Food Pantry as your “ticket” to enter.
No registration required.

Thursday, March 23, 7:30 pm

In Person
Facilitated by our "Partners in Caring" social worker, Shari Baum, this group is designed to provide a safe space to support one another as we care for our aging parents with dignity and love.

Register Here.

Please email Erica Epstein at Mmleepstein@gmail.com with any questions.

Please join us for Beth El's Annual Gala on Thursday, June 8, 7-10 pm.
We are excited to honor The Silverman family: Jason & Louise Silverman and Emily Bromberg & Steve Silverman and President's Ne'emanim award recipients Caroline Fox and David Shechter. More details to follow!

Head to bethelnr.org/upcomingevents for the links to all of our upcoming events!

*Any day not listed has no scheduled programming (besides minyan).

Tuesday, March 21st

1:00 pm - Mah Jongg (In Person)
7:30 pm - When There Is No One to Mourn the Dead: A Look into the Practice of Mourning in Jewish Law with Dr. Joshua Kulp (In Person Only). Register here.

Wednesday, March 22nd

12:00 pm - Midrash on the Parsha (In Person & Zoom). Join online here.

Thursday, March 23rd

10:00 am - Get SMART! Get Fit! (In Person)
1:30 pm - Parashat Hashavua (Zoom). Join online here.
6:00 pm - Teen Collaborative Learning (In Person)

7:30 pm - CAP with Shari Baum (In Person). Register here.

Friday, March 24th
6:30 pm - Kabbalat Shabbat (In Person & Livestream)
6:30 pm - Teen Shabbat Services & Dinner (In Person). Register here.

Saturday, March 25th

9:00 am - Shabbat Morning Services (In Person & Livestream)
10:30 am - Tot Shabbat (In Person)
10:30 am - Mini Minyan (In Person)
11:00 am - Family Kehillah Service (In Person)
7:00 pm - Shabbat Mincha, Learning, Ma’ariv (In Person & Livestream)

Sunday, March 26th

9 am-12 pm - Youth & Family Exodus Games (In Person)
11:00 am - Passover University: Creating a Meaningful Intergenerational Seder (In Person)

10:30 am - Daf Shevui (Zoom). Join online here.
12 pm - HOPE Volunteer Cooking at Beth El (In Person). Register here.
5 pm - Wine Tasting & Sale (In Person)
7:30 pm - Songs of Freedom: A Passover Concert with Galeet Dardashti and Divahn (In Person). Register here.

Monday, March 27th

9:30 am- Bagels & Books (In Person & Zoom). Join online here.

11:00 am - SMART Zoom (Zoom). Join online here.
1:00 pm - Canasta (In Person)

Tuesday, March 28th
1:00 pm - Mah Jongg (In Person)
7:15 pm - Prayer Team Rehearsal (In Person)

You can now browse our Judaica Gift Shop online here. Contact Carole Graham: 914-576-6617 or carolegraham@optonline.net or Ellen Hollander: 914-632-4658 or ellenarts@optonline.net for more information!

As a service to our members, Beth El includes outside events that may be of interest to our community. Listing an event does not constitute endorsement.

Empty Seat at the Seder Table: Thursdays, March 9, 16, and 23 at 4 pm ET on Zoom. To register for this group and for the zoom link, please contact stephanie@plazajewish.org or grittmaster@wcjs.com. This program is organized by Plaza Jewish Community Chapel, Inc. and Weschester Jewish Community Services.

UJA-Federation's Belfer Teen Fellowship provides merit scholarships to teens looking to travel to Israel this summer on an immersive Jewish experience. Our goal is to award teens who display leadership potential and a strong commitment to their communities. A limited number of merit scholarships of at least $1,000 are available. Learn more here.

Westchester Jewish Council Calendar The WJC has compiled the virtual opportunities from synagogues throughout Westchester (and the country) on their calendar so you can take advantage of the rich programming being offered.

Head to www.bethelnr.org/social for all event links to make sure you don't miss a thing!

Head to bethelnr.org/upcomingevents for access links!

TEENS: Shabbat Dinner on Friday Night and so much more!

03/20/2023 03:29:09 PM

Mar20

March 20, 2023
27 Adar 5783

Dear Teens:

We hope to see you this Friday at Rabbi Sitkin's family home for Shabbat Dinner! Check out the schedule for the next few weeks below - links coming in the next email!

SHABBAT DINNER AT RABBI SITKIN'S
Don't miss out on Shabbat Dinner this Friday, March 24, 6:30-8:30 pm. Register at bethelnr.org/teenshab324.

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OTHER UPCOMING PROGRAMS
1) Thursday, March 30, 6:30-8:00 pm - Lounge Night, Chocolate Seder Edition
2) Friday, March 31, 6:00 pm - Community Shabbat Dinner
3) Saturday, April 1, 10:00 am - Shabbat Services and Lunch, Welcome Back Leffell Seniors!
4) Sunday, April 16, 7:30-11:00 am - Breakfast Run in NYC! Looking for volunteers
5) Sunday, April 23, 11:00 am-4:30 pm - Yankees-Blue Jays Game

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TEENCOLLAB SPRING REGISTRATION
You can still register for the spring session of TeenCollab! This semester, you can choose from Israeli Slang, Israel's History, and a special opportunity just for 10th-12th graders to explore issues in Jewish leaderships with leaders from all six different synagogues involved in the TeenCollab.

DAY OF THE WEEK CHANGE: These programs are on Thursdays beginning March 9, 6:30-8:00 pm. If you have questions, please reach out to Alyssa Schwager.

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SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
As the days get longer, we're thinking about your summer plans! Not sure what to do this summer? Go to www.findyoursummer.org to check out a whole bunch of exciting opportunities to see what fits you! Thinking about going to Israel this summer? Check out www.rootone.org for awesome Israel opportunities—you may be eligible for a $3,000 RootOne Voucher! You can scroll down for details about USY's summer experiences in the United States, Israel, and beyond too. Reach out to Bekkah with any questions. Please reach out with any questions. Programs are all listed below.

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CALLING OUR SENIORS INTERESTED IN GAP YEAR
Do you want to spend this upcoming year on Nativ but financially it is a stretch? Taking advantage of a gap year in Israel with Nativ is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and we want to help make this a reality for you!

See the many scholarship opportunities - financial-aid, merit-based and location-based- available for Nativers. We are proud to introduce two new scholarships for incoming Nativers of $10,000 and $2,500 respectively. Applications for scholarships open in April to students who have been accepted to Nativ. In addition we recommend you speak with your local community, Rabbis and Synagogues, Jewish Federations and youth groups. We are also happy to set up individualized payment plans through March 2024 for the remaining program balance. E-mail USCJ's Nativ to create a plan that works for you!

Apply to Nativ today!

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See you soon,

Bekkah Gold and the Beth El Teen Board

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Questions? Contact Bekkah Gold, Teen Advisor at teens@bethelnr.org for more info.

Beth El Synagogue Center
1324 North Avenue
New Rochelle, NY 10804

Shavuon March 16: 3rd grade Havdallah, Women's Seder, Community Dinner

03/15/2023 07:00:46 PM

Mar15

Hi everyone,

We have some special upcoming events, and Passover/Spring Break is on the horizon!

In addition to our "regularly scheduled" programming, we have a few special events to highlight:

3rd grade Havdallah and Bonfire at Rabbi Fisher's on Saturday, March 18 at 7 pm. Register here.
Women's Seder on Wednesday, March 29 at 6:30 pm for ages 13+. Register here.
Scholar in Residence & Community Dinner on Friday, March 31. Register here for dinner.

Here is the Religious School calendar for the next few weeks:

Thursday, March 16: regular RS
Sunday, March 19: regular RS, Family Kehillah (1st-5th) led by Kitah Dalet; Parent Social @ 9:30 am; Moadon
Thursday, March 23: regular RS
Sunday, March 26: regular RS & Moadon; Exodus Games during RS
Thursday, March 30: regular RS
Sunday, April 1: no RS; start of Spring/Passover Break
Sunday, April 16: RS resumes; Moadon

Havdalah for 3rd grade Families
Saturday, March 18 at 7 pm

Calling all families with 3rd graders! We can't wait to end Shabbat with your families on Saturday Night, March 18! We will meet at Rabbi Fisher's home (68 Old Orchard Rd.), although Beth El will be a backup location in case we need more space. We will meet at 7 pm for a light, dairy dinner and games. Then at 8 pm, we'll join together for Havdallah and a bonfire (s'mores included!).

Register here.

Women's Seder for ages 13+
Wednesday, March 29 at 6:30 pm

Join us to celebrate the women of the Exodus and the role that they played in the Passover Story. We will tell stories, sing and enjoy a light dinner to get us ready for a meaningful Pesach! This will be an in-person event only.

Cost: $36/peron; All are welcome, age 13 and up.
Questions? Contact Erica Epstein or Shayna Klopott.

Register here.

Community Dinner & Scholar in Residence Shabbat
Friday, March 31 at 6 pm (services), 7 pm (dinner), 8 pm (learning)

Come bring in Shabbat as a whole family! Join our all-are-welcome Kabbalat Shabbat service at 6 pm (with supervised free play for kids who might need a break), and our Community Shabbat dinner at 7 pm. You can also enjoy our Scholar in Residence speaking at 8 pm (no childcare provided).

Cost:
$30/person (over age 13) or $18/person (under 13) for dinner; $100 family max

Register here.

Ride The (Virtual) El & Community Update

03/14/2023 01:00:41 PM

Mar14

We're excited to share an interview with Rabbi Josh Warshawsky on the creation of his song, Ein Kamocha, commissioned bythe Shoresh Halev Center for Jewish Music at Beth El.

Watch the Interview Here.

Wednesday, March 29, 6:30 pm

Join us to celebrate the women of Exodus and the role that they played in the Passover Story. We will tell stories, sing and enjoy a light dinner to get us ready for a meaningful Pesach! This will be an in-person event only.

$36/person. All welcome, 13 and up.

Register Here.

Any questions please contact Erica Epstein, mmleepstein@gmail.com, or Shayna Klopott, shayna.klopott@gmail.com.

Wednesday, March 15, 7 pm
at Pelham Jewish Center
Building on the questions and tensions we’ve explored over the course of the past three sessions, Lauren Berkun will lead a group discussion about how we build and nourish synagogues that reflect our highest aspirations for Jewish life and community? How can synagogues embody the richest possibilities for flourishing Jewish life in the 21st century?

Rabbi Lauren Berkun is a Vice President of the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America, where she directs Rabbinic Initiatives and is a member of the senior executive team.

Register Here.

This program is organized by
the Shalom Hartman Institute.
For more about the series, click here.

Sunday, March 26, 7 pm

Join us for a special Passover concert with guest artist, Galeet Dardashti and her band, Divahn. There will be a selection of Sephardi and Mizrachi Pesach songs. Join us!

There will also be a wine tasting from 5-7 pm! Sample some wines with some snacks. Purchase forms with an array of many wines for Passover at a discounted rate will be available. You will get all your wine in time for your seder.

Register Here.

This program is present by Shoresh Halev Center for Jewish Music at Beth El.

Friday, March 31-Saturday, April 1
Kabbalat Shabbat Services will begin on Friday evening, March 31, at 6 pm, followed by a Community Shabbat Dinner at 7 pm.

Michael Koplow will give a talk on Friday night after dinner and on Saturday after kiddush. He will also share a sermon on Shabbat morning.

Koplow will speak on the following topics:
1. Israel’s Judicial Overhaul: Reform or Revolution?
2. Building a People Vs. Building a State and the American-Israeli Divide
3. Why Should We Care About the State of Two States?

Register Here for the Dinner.

Michael Koplow is the chief policy officer of Israel Policy Forum, and also serves as a senior research fellow of the Kogod Research Center at the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America.

Tuesday, March 21, 7:30 pm

Anyone who lives to be an adult will experience at some point in their lives the death of a close relative or loved one. In this session, we will discuss what Jewish practices of mourning are intended to achieve. Are they for the deceased or are they for the living? What happens if there is no one to mourn the deceased? What if a person does not want to be mourned? Questions such as these help us bring Jewish mourning practices into focus and understand exactly the purpose of the minutiae of what we do.

Register Here.

Thursday, March 23, 7:30 pm

In Person
Facilitated by our "Partners in Caring" social worker, Shari Baum, this group is designed to provide a safe space to support one another as we care for our aging parents with dignity and love.

Register Here.

Please email Erica Epstein at Mmleepstein@gmail.com with any questions.

Head to bethelnr.org/upcomingevents for the links to all of our upcoming events!

*Any day not listed has no scheduled programming (besides minyan).

Tuesday, March 14th

1 pm - Mah Jongg (In Person)

6 pm - Teen Minyan & Clergy Hangout (In Person)

Wednesday, March 15th
7 pm - Boundaries & Belonging: Creating A Synagogue Community of Meaning (In Person, Off-site at Pelham Jewish Center). Register here.

Thursday, March 16th

10 am - Get SMART! Get Fit! (In Person)
1:30 pm - Parashat Hashavua (Zoom). Join online here.
6 pm - Teen Collaborative Learning (In Person)

Friday, March 17th
6:30 pm - Kabbalat Shabbat (In Person & Livestream)

Saturday, March 18th

9 am - Shabbat Morning Services (In Person & Livestream)
10:30 am - Tot Shabbat (In Person)
10:30 am - Mini Minyan (In Person)
11 am - Family Kehillah Service (In Person)
6:50 pm - Shabbat Mincha, Learning, Ma’ariv (In Person & Livestream)

7 pm - Dinner & Havdalah Service for 3rd-5th Graders (In Person)

Sunday, March 19th

9:45 am - Rise & Sing (In Person & Zoom). Join online here.

10:30 am - Daf Shevui (Zoom). Join online here.

7:30 pm - Keruv Committee Meeting (Zoom). Join online here.

Monday, March 20th

11 am - SMART Zoom (Zoom). Join online here.
1 pm - Canasta (In Person)
7:30 pm - Let's Talk About It (Zoom). Join online here.

Tuesday, March 21st
1 pm - Mah Jongg (In Person)
7:30 pm - When There Is No One to Mourn the Dead: A Look into the Practice of Mourning in Jewish Law with Dr. Joshua Kulp (In Person Only). Register here.

You can now browse our Judaica Gift Shop online here. Contact Carole Graham: 914-576-6617 or carolegraham@optonline.net or Ellen Hollander: 914-632-4658 or ellenarts@optonline.net for more information!

As a service to our members, Beth El includes outside events that may be of interest to our community. Listing an event does not constitute endorsement.

Empty Seat at the Seder Table: Thursdays, March 9, 16, and 23 at 4 pm ET on Zoom. To register for this group and for the zoom link, please contact stephanie@plazajewish.org or grittmaster@wcjs.com. This program is organized by Plaza Jewish Community Chapel, Inc. and Weschester Jewish Community Services.

Inter-Religious Coaltion of NR Interfaith Seder: Wednesday, March 15, 6-8 pm at Bethesda Baptist Church. Celebrate the Festival of Freedom from many traditions. RSVP to ircofnewrochelle@gmail.com by March 10th.

UJA-Federation's Belfer Teen Fellowship provides merit scholarships to teens looking to travel to Israel this summer on an immersive Jewish experience. Our goal is to award teens who display leadership potential and a strong commitment to their communities. A limited number of merit scholarships of at least $1,000 are available. Learn more here.

Westchester Jewish Council Calendar The WJC has compiled the virtual opportunities from synagogues throughout Westchester (and the country) on their calendar so you can take advantage of the rich programming being offered.

Head to www.bethelnr.org/social for all event links to make sure you don't miss a thing!

Head to bethelnr.org/upcomingevents for access links!

Youth & Family: Havdalah, Casino Night & Beyond!

03/08/2023 07:00:38 PM

Mar8

Hi everyone,

Thank you for joining us for all of our Purim festivities! Believe it or not, March is not even close to over, and we have lots of fun events coming! First, though, I want to thank those who volunteered and those who came to the Carnival--we couldn't have done it without you! Special shoutout to Samantha Katzenberg for chairing the Carnival! Please be in touch if you'd like to help plan it next year.

Upcoming Events:

Nursery School's Casino Night on Saturday, March 11 at 8 pm. Register here.
BE Mitzvah Experience for 6th graders & families on Sunday, March 12 at 10:30 am. Register here.
8th grade Aliyah for those Leffell students traveling to Israel on Saturday, March 18 during Shabbat services.
3rd grade Havdallah and Bonfire at Rabbi Fisher's on Saturday, March 18 at 7 pm. Register here.
Women's Seder on Wednesday, March 29 at 6:30 pm. Register here.
Scholar in Residence & Community Dinner on Friday, March 31. Register here for dinner.

Religious School Schedule

Thursday, March 9: regular RS
Sunday, March 12: regular RS and Moadon; BE Mitzvah for Vav at 10:30 am
Thursday, March 16: regular RS and Moadon
Sunday, March 19: regular RS and Moadon; Family Kehillah from 9-9:30 am

Upcoming Events

Nursery School Casino Night
Saturday, March 11 at 8 pm

The Beth El Nursery School board presents the return of Casino Night! Save the date for an evening of casino games and cocktails for a good cause- reimagining and remodeling our beloved playground. Win big prizes at our Vegas-style tables, enter the poker tournament, shop our silent auction, or try your hand at holding a drink and a cone of Mikey Dubbs at the same time! This event is open to all 18+ Beth El members and their guests.

Register here.

Havdalah for 3rd grade Families
Saturday, March 18 at 7 pm

Calling all families with 3rd graders! We can't wait to end Shabbat with your families on Saturday Night, March 18! We will meet at Rabbi Fisher's home (68 Old Orchard Rd.), although Beth El will be a backup location in case we need more space. We will meet at 7 pm for a light, dairy dinner and games. Then at 8 pm, we'll join together for Havdallah and a bonfire (s'mores included!).

Register here.

Women's Seder
Wednesday, March 29 at 6:30 pm

Join us to celebrate the women of the Exodus and the role that they played in the Passover Story. We will tell stories, sing and enjoy a light dinner to get us ready for a meaningful Pesach! This will be an in-person event only.

Cost: $36/peron; All are welcome, age 13 and up.
Questions? Contact Erica Epstein or Shayna Klopott.

Register here.

Community Dinner & Scholar in Residence Shabbat
Friday, March 31 at 6 pm (services), 7 pm (dinner), 8 pm (learning)

Come bring in Shabbat as a whole family! Join our all-are-welcome Kabbalat Shabbat service at 6 pm (with supervised free play for kids who might need a break), and our Community Shabbat dinner at 7 pm. You can also enjoy our Scholar in Residence speaking at 8 pm (no childcare provided).

Cost:
$30/person (over age 13) or $18/person (under 13) for dinner; $100 family max

Register here.

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