You are receiving this email because our records show that you have not yet registered for High Holiday tickets. In order to receive your tickets by mail
You are receiving this email because we have not received names from your family for Beth El's
Yizkor Book of Remembrance. We want to make sure this was not an oversight—please accept this gentle reminder to complete the form at the link below today by 5:00pm.
Looking ahead to a wonderful week of beginnings, we want to highlight a few events:
Parent Orientation and Curriculum Presentation this Thursday evening at 7:15pm. Classroom Peek this Friday beginning at 4:30pm Nursery School Communal Shabbat Dinner this Friday at 5:30pm.
The deadline to register for Friday night's dinner is tomorrow, Wednesday, at 5PM. This is a wonderful community building event and we hope you will all consider joining us. Register here for the Communal Shabbat dinner. Details for each of the above listed events may be found below.
As we move closer to the first day of school, if you have not done so already, we ask that you please click on the links below to complete the various required forms. They can be returned to our office either via email to nursery@bethelnr.org or in person no later than Thursday evening at the Parent Orientation. Please be aware that no child can be legally admitted to school without a completed medical form.
Monday, September 9 is the first day of school. (The entire school calendar is attached below and please note, it has been updated.). As a reminder, the first few sessions may be somewhat abbreviated for certain classes to facilitate a smooth transition into school. This staggered schedule, entitled Beginning Days, will be shared with you by your child's teachers during your home visit.
We hope you share our excitement as we anticipate the beginning of the new school year. If you have any questions, please call the Nursery School office at (914) 235-2700 x250. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday night and hopefully Friday as well. Please see below for detailed information of important upcoming events.
Also, if you will be using Before and/or After Care and did not indicate that on your registration form and have not yet been in touch with us, please email us with the days you will be availing yourself of that option. Before and After Care will begin the week of September 16.
We look forward to a wonderful week ahead and will see you soon, Ronnie and Shery
Parent Orientation and Curriculum Presentation Thursday, September 5 at 7:15pm
Mark your calendars forthis important evening when you will hear essential information regarding your child's school year. Following the general meeting, parents will be dismissed to their children's respective classrooms for a presentation by the teachers. They will share an overview of the program and discuss specific learning experiences, goals and important logistics for your child's class. At least one parent must attend, so please be sure to mark your calendars for Thursday, Sept. 5 at 7:15pm for our Parent Orientation and Curriculum Presentation.
Beginning to Connect: Classroom Peek and Communal Shabbat Dinner Friday, September 6
Teachers will be reaching out to schedule a time slot between 4:30pm and 5:15pm for you to come into the school building for a Classroom Peek . You and your child will be able to visit the classroom, select a cubby and gain some familiarity with the environment. These visits will be brief and in small groups.
After the Classroom Peek, families are invited to join us for an optional Nursery School Communal Shabbat Event on Friday, September 6, from 5:30pm - 7pm. The event will include a musical shabbat experience followed by dinner in our outdoor tent. Children will have the opportunity to play on the playground between the Classroom Peek and the Shabbat event. See details below. Click here to register.
Sign Up for Toddler Time
Registration is open for our Fall Session of Toddler Time, which begins on Tuesday, October 8.Please note that Toddler Time will now be meeting on Tuesdays instead of Mondays, and we have increased the number of sessions.Details may be found on the flyer below Click here to register.
The 2024-2025 School Calendar
Please click here for a printable copy of our school calendar for the upcoming year. Edits have been made to the calendar since our last email. Dates and times are subject to change.
2024-2025 Parent Guide Includes Supplies List and Much More
Our Parent Guide contains essential information and will answer many of your questions regarding school procedures, supply lists, snack and lunch information, etc. Please review it in its entirety and be sure to print out, sign and return the final page to us. Click here for Parent Guide.
Beth El's Welcome Back Bash on Sunday, Sept. 8
Mabel's Label's Fundraising
We are continuing our fundraising through Mabel's Labels. With every order we will earn 20% commission for our school. If you are not familiar with Mabel's Labels, they offer personalized waterproof name labels for your children's items. This is the perfect time to get your orders in before the school year begins. Visit campaigns.mabelslabels.com and choose Beth El Nursery School (New Rochelle) from the organization list. Click here to order.
Upcoming Events
Thursday, September 5 at 7:15pm -- Nursery School Parent Orientation and Curriculum Presentation
Friday, September 6, 4:30 - 5:15pm - Classroom Peek - each family will be given a time slot
☑ Registered for High Holiday Services? *(If you have specific requests for your Enhanced Seating, please indicate in this form.) Register by tomorrow.
for a Holiday Care Package Do you have children, grandchildren, nieces, or nephews in college? The Beth El College Age Committee is back and getting ready for the holidays, preparing to send meaningful packages connected with Jewish holidays that connect your college kid with home and Beth El. Sign up to send greetings from the clergy and a meaningful package to your family away at college.
Special High Holiday Learning Taught by our Clergy Team September 10th, 17th, 24th 7:30pm in the Beth El Den
Jewish learning is at the heart of our communal and spiritual life at Beth El. We strive to provide enriching and inspiring educational opportunities, no matter your background or experience. Our vision for Jewish learning is to foster a culture that enables every member of our community to become a seeker of Jewish wisdom.
Our learning programs are funded by The Yvette and Herman Gordon Century Fund for Adult Teaching and Learning. Please consider making a contribution to this fund to enhance our adult education programs. Register at bethelnr.org/holiday-learning
Rent a Sukkah from Beth El $240, including a Lulav and Etrog Beth El friends will come and build it for you, in your yard. When the holiday ends, if you have the ability to drop the Sukkah off at Beth El, we would be grateful. If not, we will help coordinate a pick-up with you.
As a service to our members, Beth El includes in this section outside events that may be of interest to members of our community. Listing an event does not constitute endorsement of the event by Beth El.
MENDING RELATIONSHIPS, MENDING THE WORLD Iona University and AJC partner for an upcoming event on Monday, September 30th at 7:30pm at Spellman Hall, Burke Lounge, Iona University, 715 North Avenue in New Rochelle. As antisemitic incidents and attacks spike around the world, it is important to learn the story of the ongoing reconciliation between Jews and Christians. Dr. Heather Miller Rubens and Dr. Benjamin Sax will lead an exploration of how different types of stereotypes and misconceptions fueled hate throughout history, how the relationship transformed in recent decades, and how what we learn from that transformation can be applied to urgent problems today. A 15 minute video will be screened. Register here. This event is free and open to the public.
RUN 4 THEIR LIVES is an opportunity to create community while supporting the releease of the hostages in Gaza. You can read more information about our 'why' at http://Run4lives.org. The group meets weekly on Sunday mornings. Participants can walk or run as much as they would like. Learn more about the upcoming November Israel trip, as well as weekly announcements about meetup locations in the WhatsApp Group, which you can join here.
WE WILL DANCE AGAIN by Israeli film director Yariv Mozer (Ben-Gurion, Epilogue, The Devil's Confession—The Lost Eichmann Tapes, Golda's War Diaries). The film provides a powerful minute-by-minute retelling of the terror attack that took place at the Nova Music Festival on October 7th, 2023, from the sole perspective of the survivors. It gives testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of tragedy. We are incredibly fortunate to have our film screened in select theaters across the US and wanted to invite you to experience this profoundly moving story of hope and resilience in a theater in Yonkers, NYC, and other local theaters. In order to check where the film is playing and to get tickets, please click here.
For event accessibility needs, please be in touch so we can address them.
Shabbat Schedule
Friday, August 30th 6:30pm Kabbalat Shabbat 7:12pm Candle Lighting
Saturday, August 31st 9:00am Shabbat Morning Services 10:30am Mini Minyan 10:30am Tot Shabbat
The kiddush this week is sponsored by Donna & Gary Levy in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary. Rabbi Cindy Enger is giving the congregant D'var torah this shabbat. 12:45pm Daf Shevui 7:10pm Mincha/Maariv 8:10pm Havdalah
☑ Registered for High Holiday Services? *(If you have specific requests for your Enhanced Seating, please indicate in this form.) Register by next Wednesday, September 4th.
for a Holiday Care Package Do you have children, grandchildren, nieces, or nephews in college? The Beth El College Age Committee is back and getting ready for the holidays, preparing to send meaningful packages connected with Jewish holidays that connect your college kid with home and Beth El. Sign up to send greetings from the clergy and a meaningful package to your family away at college.
Please register for dinner by Wednesday, September 5th.
Special High Holiday Learning Taught by our Clergy Team September 10th, 17th, 24th 7:30pm in the Beth El Den
Jewish learning is at the heart of our communal and spiritual life at Beth El. We strive to provide enriching and inspiring educational opportunities, no matter your background or experience. Our vision for Jewish learning is to foster a culture that enables every member of our community to become a seeker of Jewish wisdom.
Our learning programs are funded by The Yvette and Herman Gordon Century Fund for Adult Teaching and Learning. Please consider making a contribution to this fund to enhance our adult education programs. Register at bethelnr.org/holiday-learning
Rent a Sukkah from Beth El $240, including a Lulav and Etrog Beth El friends will come and build it for you, in your yard. When the holiday ends, if you have the ability to drop the Sukkah off at Beth El, we would be grateful. If not, we will help coordinate a pick-up with you.
Mazal tov to Donna & Gary Levy on their 50th wedding anniversary.
Mazal tov to Susan & David Schlecker on the birth of the granddaughter, Belle Ruby Schlecker, and mazal tov also to parents, Kaye Kirschner & Mark Schlecker.
Mazal tov to Sima & Mitchell Littman on the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Hannah Littman to Joshua Oynick, son of Flora Oynick & Guillermo Oynick z"l.
Mazal tov to Tami & Michael Novoseller on the bat mitzvah of their daughter, Mia Novoseller.
Condolences to Sanjiv & Nancy Chhahira on the loss of Sanjiv's father, Dinanath Chhahira z"l, and to Simona, Dean and Adi on the loss of their grandfather.
Those marking a simcha, observing the loss of a loved one, or someone who is sick or recovering from an illness have delighted/comforted that their lifecycle event has inspired generosity. If you would like to make a donation to Beth El in honor or in memory, please click here.
MISHEBERACH LIST If you would like to add a name to the Misheberach list, please email Rabbi Sitkin at zsitkin@bethelnr.org.
As a service to our members, Beth El includes in this section outside events that may be of interest to members of our community. Listing an event does not constitute endorsement of the event by Beth El.
RUN 4 THEIR LIVES is an opportunity to create community while supporting the releease of the hostages in Gaza. You can read more information about our 'why' at http://Run4lives.org. The group meets weekly on Sunday mornings. Participants can walk or run as much as they would like. Learn more about the upcoming November Israel trip, as well as weekly announcements about meetup locations in the WhatsApp Group, which you can join here.
WE WILL DANCE AGAIN by Israeli film director Yariv Mozer (Ben-Gurion, Epilogue, The Devil's Confession—The Lost Eichmann Tapes, Golda's War Diaries). The film provides a powerful minute-by-minute retelling of the terror attack that took place at the Nova Music Festival on October 7th, 2023, from the sole perspective of the survivors. It gives testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of tragedy. We are incredibly fortunate to have our film screened in select theaters across the US and wanted to invite you to experience this profoundly moving story of hope and resilience in a theater in Yonkers, NYC, and other local theaters. In order to check where the film is playing and to get tickets, please click here.
High Holidays Deadlines Are Fast Approaching! We know you are still in summer mode, but the High Holidays are just around the corner. Please attend to the following action steps at your earliest convenience.
Tuesday, August 27th 7:00am Shacharit 1:00pm Mah Jongg 6:20pm Mincha/Maariv
Wednesday, August 28th 7:00am Shacharit 12:30pm Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) at Beth El
6:00pm Chaverim Froyo Social (Offsite) 6:20pm Mincha/Maariv
Thursday, August 29th 7:00am Shacharit 1:30pm Parashat Hashavua (Join Here By Zoom) 6:20pm Mincha/Maariv
Friday, August 30th 7:00am Shacharit 6:30pm Kabbalat Shabbat 7:12pm Candle Lighting Saturday, August 31st 9:00am Shabbat Morning Services 10:30am Mini Minyan 10:30am Tot Shabbat 12:45pm Daf Shevui 7:10pm Mincha/Maariv 8:10pm Havdalah
Sunday, September 1st 8:15am Shacharit 7:00pm Mincha/Maariv Monday, September 2nd 8:15am Shacharit 7:00pm Mincha/Maariv
Upcoming Beth El Events
Reminder: First Friday Kabbalat Shabbat is September 6th at 6:00pm
Join us for uplifting communal music, food, and joy!
Part-Time Opportunities in Beth El's Dep't of Youth & Family Engagement
Do you know any creative, enthusiastic, thoughtful Jews who love working with young people? We would love to talk with them! We are looking to hire for a few openings in the Department of Youth & Family Engagement, and we need your help in finding amazing people. For more information, please email Alyssa ataberman@bethelnr.org.
Teens! If you would like to participate in the High Holiday Teen Service,
As a service to our members, Beth El includes in this section outside events that may be of interest to members of our community. Listing an event does not constitute endorsement of the event by Beth El.
RUN 4 THEIR LIVES is an opportunity to create community while supporting the releease of the hostages in Gaza. You can read more information about our 'why' at http://Run4lives.org. The group meets weekly on Sunday mornings. Participants can walk or run as much as they would like. Learn more about the upcoming November Israel trip, as well as weekly announcements about meetup locations in the WhatsApp Group, which you can join here.
WE WILL DANCE AGAIN by Israeli film director Yariv Mozer (Ben-Gurion, Epilogue, The Devil's Confession—The Lost Eichmann Tapes, Golda's War Diaries). The film provides a powerful minute-by-minute retelling of the terror attack that took place at the Nova Music Festival on October 7th, 2023, from the sole perspective of the survivors. It gives testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of tragedy. We are incredibly fortunate to have our film screened in select theaters across the US and wanted to invite you to experience this profoundly moving story of hope and resilience in a theater in Yonkers, NYC, and other local theaters. In order to check where the film is playing and to get tickets, please click here.
For event accessibility needs, please be in touch so we can address them.
Shabbat Schedule
Friday, September 23rd 6:30pm Kabbalat Shabbat 7:23pm Candle Lighting
Saturday, September 24th 9:00am Shabbat Morning Services 10:30am Mini Minyan 10:30am Tot Shabbat The kiddush has been sponsored by Marianne & Bob Sussman in honor of their 60th wedding anniversary. D'var Torah will be delivered by NAME 12:45pm Daf Shevui 4:00pm Shabbat Playground Ice cream Social with Rabbi Bedo
Sunday, August 25th 8:15am Shacharit 6:20pm Mincha/Maariv 7:30pm Keruv Zoom Commitee Meeting (Join By Zoom) Monday, August 26th 7:00am Shacharit 9:30am Bagels And Books (Join in Person or By Zoom) 6:20pm Mincha/Maariv
Tuesday, August 27th 7:00am Shacharit 1:00pm Mah Jongg 6:20pm Mincha/Maariv
Wednesday, August 28th 7:00am Shacharit 12:30pm Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) at Beth El 6:20pm Mincha/Maariv
Thursday, August 29th 7:00am Shacharit 1:30pm Parashat Hashavua (Join Here By Zoom) 6:20pm Mincha/Maariv
Upcoming Beth El Events
We shared about Stephen Bartell, who grew up here and is now at Princeton, who had an article in the latest issue of the Shalom Hartman Institute's Sources: A Journal of Jewish ideas, and was just on Yehuda Kurtzer's podcast reading the article. —Podcast— "Two Students Speak" Guest host Claire Sufrin shares two of the winning essays from the first student writing contest in Sources: A Journal of Jewish Ideas
—Article—
In the first essay, Princeton University senior Stephen Bartell rejects the claim that the Israel-Hamas War can only be understood in black-and-white terms in his piece,Celebrating Simultaneous Truths.
Part-Time Opportunities in Beth El's Dep't of Youth & Family Engagement
Do you know any creative, enthusiastic, thoughtful Jews who love working with young people? We would love to talk with them! We are looking to hire for a few openings in the Department of Youth & Family Engagement, and we need your help in finding amazing people. For more information, please email Alyssa ataberman@bethelnr.org.
Teens! If you would like to participate in the High Holiday Teen Service,
Mazal tov to Marianne & Bob Sussman on their 60th wedding anniversary. The kiddush has been sponsored by Marianne & Bob Sussman in honor of their 60th wedding anniversary.
Those marking a simcha, observing the loss of a loved one, or someone who is sick or recovering from an illness have delighted/comforted that their lifecycle event has inspired generosity. If you would like to make a donation to Beth El in honor or in memory, please click here.
MISHEBERACH LIST If you would like to add a name to the Misheberach list, please email Rabbi Sitkin at zsitkin@bethelnr.org.
As a service to our members, Beth El includes in this section outside events that may be of interest to members of our community. Listing an event does not constitute endorsement of the event by Beth El.
RUN 4 THEIR LIVES is an opportunity to create community while supporting the releease of the hostages in Gaza. You can read more information about our 'why' at http://Run4lives.org. The group meets weekly on Sunday mornings. Participants can walk or run as much as they would like. Learn more about the upcoming November Israel trip, as well as weekly announcements about meetup locations in the WhatsApp Group, which you can join here.
Wish your Beth El Friends a Shanah Tovah! Complete a simple form, and for a small contribution, your name will be added to the list of names wishing everyone in our community a happy, healthy, and sweet New Year!
The form must be completed by Wednesday, September 4th.
