Tonight, Tuesday, October 31, 7:30 pm Learn about the past, present and future of the Jewish community of Morocco based on Dr. Roy Mittelman’s 45 years of traveling to, studying and teaching about the community. Dr. Roy Mittelman is director of the Michael & Irene Ross Program in Jewish Studies at City College.
To sponsor an Open Beit Midrash Scholar Series, click here. The Open Beit Midrash Scholar Series is underwritten by the Yvette and Herman Gordon Century Fund for Adult Teaching and Learning. To ensure we can continue to offer high level adult educational programming please consider contributing to that fund here.
We are excited to announce the upcoming Beth El visits by two Rabbi search candidates: Rabbi Leora Kling Perkins and Rabbi Viktoria Bedo. Please register herefor the Saturday evening, November 4, wine and cheese gathering with Rabbi Kling Perkins and register herefor the Friday evening, November 17, community shabbat dinner with Rabbi Bedo. This will be an informal opportunity to meet the respective candidates.
Wednesday, November 1, 8:30 am Since the horrific attack by Hamas on October 7th, Amir Tibon has appeared on "60 Minutes", CNN, and other major media outlets. We are fortunate that Amir has agreed to share with us his personal story of surviving the horrific attack with his family in his own home and the heroic acts of his parents, as well as latest developments and what lies ahead. Join us in the Den to watch on Zoom together over breakfast or log in directly by Zoom from your home or office.
Now, more than ever we recognize the importance of being a part of our special Jewish community. Please contribute to the B'Yachad Campaign, by supporting Beth El—we can continue to act as one, together for the good of all.
Friday, November 3, 9:00 am Zoom Only Join us for a conversation featuring Westchester rabbis, including Rabbi Schuck, who are on UJA's Solidarity mission in Israel right now.
The rabbis, who represent our diverse Jewish community, are lending support and solidarity to the people of Israel during these immensely challenging times. On their return, they’ll share with us their experiences being on the ground, and we will hear how we can support Israel even if we can’t physically be there.
This program is organized by UJA Federation New York.
Saturday, November 4, 10:00 am
*Please note the time change
Join Rabbi David Schuck for Kavannah, an hour of mindfulness, meditation, intentional study, silence, singing, and prayer. This time is a gift for yourself.
This program is in person only. No registration is required.
Wednesday, November 1, 7:00 pm With all of the uncertainty in the wake of the devastating attacks on Israel, we understand the need for ongoing support at this time. We are offering space to process feelings about the unfolding situation in Israel with Shari Baum from Westchester Jewish Community Services.
Thursday, November 9, 7:00 pm Join us to commemorate the 85th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the Night of Broken Glass, with a special tekes. Our member Mark Seidenfeld will be sharing the story of his parents, who survived the Holocaust.
Please submit the Hebrew names of your children or grandchildren who are currently serving in the IDF. We would like to recite their names and pray for them on Shabbat. Click hereto submit the names or email Zoe at zraynes@bethelnr.org.
Thursdays: November 2, 9, and 16, 12:00-1:00 pm
In Person & on Zoom
Tracing concepts of the body and soul from biblical times to the present. We will use the insights found in the mythical-erotic language of Tony Bennet, Amy Winehouse, Frankie Valli, and the Zohar as refracted through the lens of Professor Melila Hellner-Eshed’s A River Flows From Eden: The Language of Mystical Experience in the Zohar. This class is taught by Rabbi Barry Kenter.
Tuesdays: 10:15-11:00am First class: Tuesday, November 7, 2023 - No Charge Future Dates: November 14, 21, 28 and December 5, 12, 19 SilverSneakers Classic focuses on strengthening muscles and increasing range of movement for daily life activities. Participants can use hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers ball. Often a chair is used for seated exercises and/or standing support. The class runs for 45 minutes and is a great way to make connections with people in our community. Equipment is provided by Beth El.
Visit SilverSneakers.com online to check your eligibility and find your member ID number. Not a member of SilverSneakers? Cost $5, payable at the class, no charge on 11/7. Register here.
Celebrate Thanksgiving by donating funds to buy Turkeys for our New Rochelle neighbors at HOPE. Every year Beth El is crucial to buying Turkeys for hundreds of families who will not celebrate Thanksgiving without our help. Each turkey costs $25.
Sunday, November 12, 10:00 am Do a mitzvah at UJA’s Dignity Project on Sunday, November 12, 10-11:30 am at Beth El Synagogue Center. We’re gathering as a New Rochelle community to do chesed and pack self-care bags with menstrual supplies for local women in need. On Monday, November 6–Wednesday, November 8, Beth El will be collecting toiletries (soap, skin, hair and dental care products) in the lobby for the project. Debbie Young is an event co-chair.
$54 per person. Teens can join for free with a registered parent/guardian.
Thursday, November 16, 7:00 pm Join us to learn how Sigd was observed for centuries by the Beta Israel Jews of Ethiopia and how it is observed today in Israel. Let's celebrate Sigd together with kosher vegan Ethiopian food, Ethiopian music, and dancing. Guest Speaker, Sigal Kanotopsky, Northeast regional director, The Jewish Agency for Israel, will join us.
$10 per person
Register Here. Beth El is partnering with UJA-NY, Westchester Jewish Council, and Temple Israel of New Rochelle for this program.
Saturday, November 11, 8:00 pm The Symphony of Westchester will present an all Beethoven concert, which will be held at the Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium in the Murphy Science and Technology Building on Summit and North Avenues in New Rochelle, across from the main campus of Iona College. Tickets are $55 for General Admission, $40 for seniors (over 65) and $15 for students with valid ID. Beth El Sisterhood partners with the Symphony and receives a portion of each ticket sold.
For more information or to purchase tickets, click here or call 914-654-4926. If you purchase tickets, please email marcia.assor@gmail.comand let her know how many you have purchased.
Saturday, November 18, 7:00 pm The Night of Jewish Learning will offer 28 courses with diverse topics sure to interest everyone. After 2 sessions of teaching, we will join as a community for a kosher dairy dessert.
$20 per person by November 3rd. The price will go from $20 to $25 after November 3 and $30 the day of the event. This event will take place at Beth El Synagogue Center.
Register Here. This event is organized by the Westchester Board of Rabbis and the Westchester Jewish Council.
*Any day not listed has no scheduled programming (besides minyan).
Tuesday, October 31st 1:00 pm – Mah Jongg (In Person) 7:30 pm – Open Beit Midrash Series: A Journey Through History, Present, & Future of the Moroccan Jewish Community with Dr. Roy Mittelman (In Person). Register here.
Wednesday, November 1st 8:30 am – Israel 360 Breakfast Briefing with Amir Tibon – Ha’aretz Diplomatic Correspondent and Survivor of the Hamas Attack on Kibbutz Nahal Oz (In Person & Zoom). Register here. Join online here. 7:00 pm – Group Processing Circle with Shari Baum (In Person). Register here. Thursday, November 2nd 12:00 pm – Body & Soul: Guf & Nefesh (In Person & Zoom). Register here. Join online here. 1:30 pm – Parashat HaShavua (In Person & Zoom). Join online here. 6:30 pm – Teen Collab Learning (In Person, Offsite) 7:30 pm – Evening Book Club (In Person). Register here.
Friday, November 3rd 9:00 am – Israel at War: Rabbinic Reflections (Zoom). Register here. 6:00 pm – First Friday Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Rabbi Kling Perkins (In Person & Livestream)
Saturday, November 4th 9:00 am – Shabbat Services with Rabbi Kling Perkins (In Person & Livestream) 10:00 am – Kavannah Service (In Person) (Den) 10:30 am – Mini Minyan (In Person) 10:30 am – Tot Shabbat (In Person) (Youth Lounge) 11:15 am – Parsha Club (In Person) 12:45 pm – Shiur (text study) with Rabbi Kling Perkins (In Person) 5:20 pm – Mincha/Maariv (In Person & Livestream) 6:30 pm – Havdalah followed by Wine & Cheese with Rabbi Kling Perkins (In Person). Register here.
Sunday, November 5th 8:15 am – Morning Minyan with Rabbi Kling Perkins (In Person & Zoom) 9:15 am – Religious School with Rabbi Kling Perkins (In Person) Monday, November 6th
11:00 am – SMART Zoom (Zoom). Join online here. 1:00 pm – Canasta (In Person)
Tuesday, November 7th 10:00 am – SilverSneakers for Seniors (In Person). Register here. 1:00 pm – Mah Jongg (In Person) 7:30 pm – Textual Magic: The Jewish Wisdom and Themes That Ignited My Love for Judaism with Rabbi David Schuck (In Person & Zoom). Register here. Join online here.
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