Announcements

November 8, 2023
24 Cheshvan 5784

Hi everyone,

We had a wonderful time making pies to donate to Hope Community Services on Sunday. Thank you to everyone who joined us! We made 11 pumpkin pies and Thankgiving cards to share with Hope's soup kitchen. 

In addition to having a visit with Rabbi Leora Kling Perkins last Shabbat, we have another visiting rabbi, Rabbi Viktoria Bedo, joining us for November 17th-19th. Click here to register for the community Shabbat dinner.

As we see the intense rise of antisemitism around the country, many of you have been asking how to talk about this with your children. We're happy to share two webinars addressing this topic—see information below.

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

• Thursday, November 9: Regular RS
• Sunday, November 12: Regular RS & Moadon
• Thursday, November 16: Regular RS
• Sunday, November 19: Regular RS & Moadon
  • 4th grade parents: Beginning B’nei Mitzvah Journey at 9 am
  • 6th grade: BE Mitzvah Experiences (with parents) at 12 pm
  • The Magic of Camp at 3 pm. Register here.
• Thursday, Novembr 23: NO RS; Thanksgiving
• Sunday, November 26: NO RS; Thanksgiving Break
• Thursday, November 30: Regular RS
• UPDATED Religious School Calendar: click here

Upcoming Community & Beth El Programs

Meeting the Moment: Antisemitism and Your Children
Monday, November 13, 1-2 pm
for parents of childen ages 10+
Note: This is a free webinar.

The realities of antisemitism are both a timely and a timeless challenge for the Jewish people. In this session, Dr. Samantha Vinokor-Meinrath will explore best practices on how to address antisemitism and hate with your children. Gain contextual knowledge about antisemitism and its various manifestations, and tools for conversation with your family.

Register here.

Navigating Antisemitism Today:
Guidance and Support for Parents of Young Children
Thursday, November 16, 8:00 pm
for parents of children under 10
Note: This is a free webinar.

In this session, we'll explore what it means to be a parent of young children as we navigate the atmosphere of antisemitism in today's world. We'll discuss the challenges and fears we are facing in this difficult moment with guidance and insight from Dr. Betsy Stone. We will also discuss how to talk to young children about antisemitism and how to cultivate positive Jewish identity at this time.

Register here.

Turkey Drive
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. Families will have a meaningful Thanksgiving through your generosity.

Each turkey costs $25.
Click Here to Donate Today.