This Thursday, March 14, 4:30-8:30 pm Beth El Synagogue Center is thrilled to host over 30 talented Israeli artists and artisans, showcasing their crafts. Let's unite to strengthen the Israeli economy! We're proud to have the support of several local Westchester Synagogues in this endeavor. These dedicated vendors have traveled from Israel to share their unique creations with us, and they truly deserve our support. Join us in demonstrating solidarity and enjoying some delightful shopping. Snacks and sandwiches will be available for purchase, perfect for those coming straight from work. Bring your loved ones, your friends, and extend the invitation to your neighbors to join us in supporting these Israeli artists and their families. $5 per person
In order for this Shuk to be a success, we need a large number of volunteers. Please fill out this form; there are jobs for everyone!
Come to celebrate Purim at Beth El! View the full schedule of Purim events here. Our festive Seudah meal for the whole community will be on Sunday, March 24, at 10:00 am. Register here.
If you are a teen and you would like to read Megillah, please reach out to Cantor Gaby at gschvartz@bethelnr.org.
Our Purim Carnival on Sunday, March 17 is one of the highlights of the year and we need volunteers to make it happen! We have volunteer opportunities to fit a wide variety of schedules, interests, and skills. You can volunteer for as little as 1 hour, or for most of the day! You can volunteer on Sunday, March 17 or even on Saturday night, March 16 as we set it all up. If you have any questions, please email Alyssa (aberman@bethelnr.org). You can also just sign up here.
Sunday, March 17 10:30-11:00 am: Quiet & Tot Time 11:00 am- 1:00 pm: Full Carnival
Get ready for a day of fun, games, and excitement at our annual Purim Carnival! This event is perfect for families with children of Tots-elementary schoolers; middle and high schoolers welcome to volunteer! Costumes encouraged.
Tuesdays: 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9 at 7:30 pm In Person & on Zoom A fundamental reality of being human is learning to grapple with our own mortality. No one escapes this world without encountering the death of friends and loved ones, nor are we immune from sickness. In this class we will explore rabbinic teachings that enrich the ways we think about the process of death and dying, as well as the rituals we've inherited that guide us through some of the most difficult moments in our lives.
Monday, March 18th, 9:30 am Please join us in the Beth El Den, where we will be discussing both An Unorthodox Match and An Observant Wife by Naomi Ragen. Dive into the neighborhoods of Boro Park and Brooklyn with Lola as she embarks on a journey from her secular life to pursue spirituality and meaning among the ultra- orthodox community. Fate intertwines her path with the dysfunctional home of newly-widowed Yaakov, a devout Torah Scholar, and his young family. The sequel follows the joy of Lola's wedding day to Yaakov and delves into the complex reality of their new lives together.
Also available on Zoom for those who cannot attend in person. Join online here.
Please join us as we celebrate at the Annual Gala on Thursday, June 6, at 7:00 pm.
The Annual Gala is an opportunity to show support for our honorees Lisa & Rob Patchen and President's Ne'emanim Award recipients Lisa & Larry Mandelker. Proceeds from the gala are used to support the cultural, spiritual, and educational experiences at Beth El.
New! We now have The Chinitz Zion Haggadah avaialable for sale.
All Profits go to Beth El Sisterhood then to Beth El Note: We can only accept checks and cash!
*Any day not listed has no scheduled programming (besides minyan). **Unless otherwise indicated, all programs are in person only.
Tuesday, March 12th
10:00 am – Silver Sneakers for Seniors 1:00 pm – Mah Jongg 7:30 pm – OBM Intensive: The Centrality of Mourning in Jewish Life with Rabbi Zach Sitkin (In Person & Zoom). Register here. Join online here.
Wednesday, March 13th 6:30 pm – Purim Prep Teen Lounge Night. Register here.
Thursday, March 14th 1:30 pm – Parashat HaShavua (In Person & Zoom). Join online here. 4:30 pm – Israeli Shuk. Register here. 6:30 pm – Teen Collab Learning (Offsite)
Friday, March 15th 6:30 pm – Kabbalat Shabbat Services (In Person & Livestream)
Saturday, March 16th
9:00 am – Shabbat Services (In Person & Livestream) 10:30 am – Mini Minyan 10:30 am – Tot Shabbat 12:45 pm – Daf Shevui 6:50 pm – Mincha/Maariv (In Person & Livestream)
Sunday, March 17th
10:30 am – Purim Carnival: Quiet & Tot Time. Register here. 11:00 am – Purim Carnival: Official Start. Register here. 7:30 pm – Keruv Committee (Zoom). Join online here.
Monday, March 18th 9:30 am – Toddler Time
9:30 am – Bagels & Books (In Person & Zoom). Join online here. 1:00 pm – Canasta
Tuesday, March 19th
10:00 am – Silver Sneakers for Seniors 1:00 pm – Mah Jongg 7:15 pm – Hamantashen Bake with Morah Eden and Morah Shoshy. Register here.
7:30 pm – OBM Intensive: The Centrality of Mourning in Jewish Life with Rabbi Zach Sitkin (In Person & Zoom). Register here. Join online here.
