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Honoring Our Tradition, Embracing Our Future
Welcome to Temple Beth El, a place where warmth, connections, spiritual life, and dynamic programs all come together. We are proud to be the voice of Reform Judaism in Madison, Wisconsin, and we build upon a rich legacy of social responsibility and tikkun olam. As a house of worship, a center of teaching and learning, and a place of shared community, Temple Beth El offers relevant and meaningful Jewish experiences. We welcome you to become a part of our story.
November 14, 2019
16 Cheshvan 5780
Worship Schedule
All Events
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Friday
Nov 15Consecration
Friday, Nov 15th 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
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Friday
Nov 15Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Nov 15th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, presented by Les Goldsmith and The Promised Band. -
Saturday
Nov 16Torah Study
Saturday, Nov 16th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanak and is open to all TBE members. Non-members and out of town visitors are welcome to Torah Study with pre-registration. -
Saturday
Nov 16Raymond Feinberg Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Nov 16th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Nov 22Social Action Shabbat and Dinner: Becoming Better Allies: Our Role in the Fight for Racial Justice
Friday, Nov 22nd 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
The Social Action Committee invites you to welcome Shabbat together at dinner and a service focused on the struggle for racial justice and what we can do to support real progress. We will reaffirm why racial justice is important to us as Jews and learn about meaningful actions we can take in our own community. Enjoy Shabbat dinner catered by Banzo and information about all our social justice activities and volunteer opportunities throughout the evening. -
Saturday
Nov 23Torah Study
Saturday, Nov 23rd 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanak and is open to all TBE members. Non-members and out of town visitors are welcome to Torah Study with pre-registration. -
Saturday
Nov 23The Accidental Minyan
Saturday, Nov 23rd 10:30 am to 11:45 pm
Introducing the renewal of our lay-led Saturday morning minyan, now known as The Accidental Minyan. This informal prayer gathering will take place one Saturday morning per month in the Frank Adult Lounge, following Torah Study at 10:30 am. Come join us! -
Friday
Nov 29Shabbat Worship Service
Friday, Nov 29th 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
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Saturday
Nov 30Torah Study
Saturday, Nov 30th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanak and is open to all TBE members. Non-members and out of town visitors are welcome to Torah Study with pre-registration. -
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Dec 6Shabbalala
Friday, Dec 6th 5:45 pm to 7:00 pm
An all-generation, upbeat, musical Shabbat experience. -
Saturday
Dec 7Torah Study
Saturday, Dec 7th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanak and is open to all TBE members. Non-members and out of town visitors are welcome to Torah Study with pre-registration. -
Saturday
Dec 7AJ Stern Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Dec 7th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Dec 13Shabbat Worship Service
Friday, Dec 13th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday
Dec 14Torah Study
Saturday, Dec 14th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanak and is open to all TBE members. Non-members and out of town visitors are welcome to Torah Study with pre-registration. -
Friday
Dec 20Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Dec 20th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, presented by Les Goldsmith and The Promised Band. -
Saturday
Dec 21Torah Study
Saturday, Dec 21st 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanak and is open to all TBE members. Non-members and out of town visitors are welcome to Torah Study with pre-registration. -
Saturday
Dec 21Zohar and Barkai Lazimy B'nai Mitzvah
Saturday, Dec 21st 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Dec 27Shabbat Schmooze and Service
Friday, Dec 27th 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
5:30 Schmooze, 6:00 Service Enjoy a casual wine and cheese reception before our Shabbat service each fourth Friday of the month. Schmooze with new friends and old as you wind down the week. -
Saturday
Dec 28Torah Study
Saturday, Dec 28th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanak and is open to all TBE members. Non-members and out of town visitors are welcome to Torah Study with pre-registration. -
Saturday
Dec 28The Accidental Minyan
Saturday, Dec 28th 10:30 am to 11:45 pm
Introducing the renewal of our lay-led Saturday morning minyan, now known as The Accidental Minyan. This informal prayer gathering will take place one Saturday morning per month in the Frank Adult Lounge, following Torah Study at 10:30 am. Come join us! -
Friday
Jan 3Shabbalala
Friday, Jan 3rd 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm
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Saturday
Jan 4Torah Study
Saturday, Jan 4th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanak and is open to all TBE members. Non-members and out of town visitors are welcome to Torah Study with pre-registration. -
Friday
Jan 10Shabbat Worship Service
Friday, Jan 10th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday
Jan 11Torah Study
Saturday, Jan 11th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanak and is open to all TBE members. Non-members and out of town visitors are welcome to Torah Study with pre-registration. -
Saturday
Jan 11The Accidental Minyan
Saturday, Jan 11th 10:30 am to 11:45 pm
Introducing the renewal of our lay-led Saturday morning minyan, now known as The Accidental Minyan. This informal prayer gathering will take place one Saturday morning per month in the Frank Adult Lounge, following Torah Study at 10:30 am. Come join us! -
Friday
Jan 17Volunteer Midor Lador Shabbat Service
Friday, Jan 17th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday
Jan 18Torah Study
Saturday, Jan 18th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanak and is open to all TBE members. Non-members and out of town visitors are welcome to Torah Study with pre-registration. -
Friday
Jan 24Shabbat Schmooze & Service
Friday, Jan 24th 6:45 pm to 9:00 pm
6:45 Schmooze, 7:30 Service Enjoy a casual wine and cheese reception before our Shabbat service each fourth Friday of the month. Schmooze with new friends and old as you wind down the week. -
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Jan 25Torah Study
Saturday, Jan 25th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanak and is open to all TBE members. Non-members and out of town visitors are welcome to Torah Study with pre-registration. -
Saturday
Jan 25Caitlyn Bisgrove Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Jan 25th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Jan 31Sisterhood Shabbat Service
Friday, Jan 31st 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday
Feb 1Torah Study
Saturday, Feb 1st 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanak and is open to all TBE members. Non-members and out of town visitors are welcome to Torah Study with pre-registration. -
Saturday
Feb 1Dinah Berkson Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Feb 1st 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Feb 7Shabbalala
Friday, Feb 7th 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm
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Saturday
Feb 8The Accidental Minyan
Saturday, Feb 8th 10:30 am to 11:45 pm
Introducing the renewal of our lay-led Saturday morning minyan, now known as The Accidental Minyan. This informal prayer gathering will take place one Saturday morning per month in the Frank Adult Lounge, following Torah Study at 10:30 am. Come join us! -
Saturday
Feb 8Sadie Straus Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Feb 8th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Feb 14Shabbat Worship Service
Friday, Feb 14th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday
Feb 15Kathryn Greenberg Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Feb 15th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Feb 21Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Feb 21st 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, presented by Les Goldsmith and The Promised Band. -
Saturday
Feb 22Noah Griffin Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Feb 22nd 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Feb 28Shabbat Schmooze and Shabbat Honoring Our New Members Reception
Friday, Feb 28th 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
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Saturday
Feb 29Arlo Rice Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Feb 29th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Mar 6Shabbalala
Friday, Mar 6th 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm
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Saturday
Mar 7Sam Wallach's Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Mar 7th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Mar 13Shabbat Worship Service
Friday, Mar 13th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday
Mar 14The Accidental Minyan
Saturday, Mar 14th 10:30 am to 11:45 pm
Introducing the renewal of our lay-led Saturday morning minyan, now known as The Accidental Minyan. This informal prayer gathering will take place one Saturday morning per month in the Frank Adult Lounge, following Torah Study at 10:30 am. Come join us! -
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Mar 20Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Mar 20th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Friday
Mar 27Shabbat Schmooze and National Refugee Shabbat
Friday, Mar 27th 6:45 pm to 9:00 pm
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Friday
Apr 3Shabbalala
Friday, Apr 3rd 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm
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Saturday
Apr 4Leo Becker Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Apr 4th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Thursday
Apr 92nd Night Passover Seder
Thursday, Apr 9th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Friday
Apr 10Shabbat Worship Service
Friday, Apr 10th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday
Apr 116th Grade Service and Kiddush Lunch
Saturday, Apr 11th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Tuesday
Apr 14Yizkor
Tuesday, Apr 14th 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
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Friday
Apr 17Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Apr 17th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, presented by Les Goldsmith and The Promised Band. -
Saturday
Apr 18The Accidental Minyan
Saturday, Apr 18th 10:30 am to 11:45 pm
Introducing the renewal of our lay-led Saturday morning minyan, now known as The Accidental Minyan. This informal prayer gathering will take place one Saturday morning per month in the Frank Adult Lounge, following Torah Study at 10:30 am. Come join us! -
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Apr 18Asher Boorstein Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Apr 18th 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
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Monday
Apr 20Community Yom Hashoah Service
Monday, Apr 20th 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
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Friday
Apr 24Shabbat Schmooze & Service
Friday, Apr 24th 6:45 pm to 9:00 pm
6:45 Schmooze, 7:30 Service Enjoy a casual wine and cheese reception before our Shabbat service each fourth Friday of the month. Schmooze with new friends and old as you wind down the week. -
Saturday
Apr 25Brian Lang Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Apr 25th 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
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Friday
May 1Shabbalala
Friday, May 1st 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm
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Saturday
May 2Emma Skloot Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, May 2nd 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
May 8Shabbat Worship Service
Friday, May 8th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Friday
May 88th grade Shabbat
Friday, May 8th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday
May 9Kate Mezrich Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, May 9th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
May 15Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, May 15th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, presented by Les Goldsmith and The Promised Band. -
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May 22Shabbat Schmooze & Service
Friday, May 22nd 6:45 pm to 9:00 pm
6:45 Schmooze, 7:30 Service Enjoy a casual wine and cheese reception before our Shabbat service each fourth Friday of the month. Schmooze with new friends and old as you wind down the week. -
Saturday
May 23The Accidental Minyan
Saturday, May 23rd 10:30 am to 11:45 pm
Introducing the renewal of our lay-led Saturday morning minyan, now known as The Accidental Minyan. This informal prayer gathering will take place one Saturday morning per month in the Frank Adult Lounge, following Torah Study at 10:30 am. Come join us! -
Thursday
May 28Yizkor
Thursday, May 28th 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm
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Friday
May 29Shabbat Service and Confirmation
Friday, May 29th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday
May 30Henry Maloney Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, May 30th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Jun 5Shabbalala
Friday, Jun 5th 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm
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Saturday
Jun 6Leila Zuckerberg Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Jun 6th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Jun 12Rainbow Reception and Pride Shabbat Service
Friday, Jun 12th 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
6:30 Rainbow Reception 7:30 Pride Shabbat Service Celebrate Pride and welcome Shabbat with a rainbow-themed reception and a special Pride Shabbat service honoring the Jewish LGBTQ+ community and allies. -
Saturday
Jun 13Noah Schmick Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Jun 13th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Jun 19Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Jun 19th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, presented by Les Goldsmith and The Promised Band. -
Saturday
Jun 20Austin Family B'nai Mitzvah
Saturday, Jun 20th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Jun 26Shabbat Schmooze & Service
Friday, Jun 26th 6:45 pm to 9:00 pm
6:45 Schmooze, 7:30 Service Enjoy a casual wine and cheese reception before our Shabbat service each fourth Friday of the month. Schmooze with new friends and old as you wind down the week. -
Saturday
Jun 27Miles Arnold Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Jun 27th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Jul 24Shabbat Schmooze & Service
Friday, Jul 24th 6:45 pm to 9:00 pm
6:45 Schmooze, 7:30 Service Enjoy a casual wine and cheese reception before our Shabbat service each fourth Friday of the month. Schmooze with new friends and old as you wind down the week. -
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Aug 14Shabbat Honoring Our Seniors
Friday, Aug 14th 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
The Madison Jewish community of all ages is invited to join us as we honor our older adults, a Temple Beth El tradition. Enjoy short, meaningful services from your dinner table; family-style dinner; homemade kugels and desserts; and lively discussions led by special table hosts. All ages are invited! -
Saturday
Aug 15Eliana Goff Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Aug 15th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Saturday
Aug 29Noa Lazar Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Aug 29th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday
Oct 9Simchat Torah Celebration
Friday, Oct 9th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday
Oct 17Jonathan Farley Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Oct 17th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Saturday
Oct 24Ava Greenberg Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Oct 24th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Saturday
Nov 7Elwood Zion Minnick-Wortzel
Saturday, Nov 7th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Engage with us!
All Events
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Friday
Oct 18Thanksgiving Food Collection
Friday, Oct 18th (All day)
A holiday meal is beyond the means of those who struggle to buy weekly groceries. Every year before Thanksgiving, the Goodman Community Center collects food to help 3,500 families enjoy a full Thanksgiving meal with their loved ones. TBE’s Jewish educational program participates in a friendly grade-level competitionto see which grade level can collect the most food. We collect canned fruits and vegetables, cranberry sauce, broth, boxes of mac and cheese, boxes of stuffing, and aluminum roaster pans. Collection bins are in the coatroom. The grade that brings the most of their item will be presented with a certificate for a tree planted in Israel. -
Thursday
Nov 14Healing House Volunteer Opportunities - Offsite
Thursday, Nov 14th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
The Healing House, a program of Madison-area Urban Ministry (MUM), gives people without homes a place to recover after receiving medical care. This eight-bed facility at 303 Lathrop Street provides 24/7 recuperative care by medically trained staff and volunteers for up to 28 days. Volunteers are asked to assist by cooking and dropping off meals or by serving and cleaning up after dinner at the house. -
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Nov 15Limmud Chicago + MW - Offsite
Friday, Nov 15th (All day)
This annual retreat welcomes Jews of all ages and denominations for a transformational Jewish learning experience including some of the world’s most dynamic Jewish educators, performers, and teachers. -
Friday
Nov 15Singles Creating Community Coffee - Offsite
Friday, Nov 15th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
9:00 am 3rd Friday each month -
Friday
Nov 15Healing House Volunteer Opportunities - Offsite
Friday, Nov 15th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
The Healing House, a program of Madison-area Urban Ministry (MUM), gives people without homes a place to recover after receiving medical care. This eight-bed facility at 303 Lathrop Street provides 24/7 recuperative care by medically trained staff and volunteers for up to 28 days. Volunteers are asked to assist by cooking and dropping off meals or by serving and cleaning up after dinner at the house. -
Friday
Nov 15MJND (20s and 30s) Shabbat Potluck Dinner - Offsite
Friday, Nov 15th 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Bring a dairy or vegetarian dish to pass. Can’t bring a dish? Bring a drink! Can’t bring a drink? Bring a friend! Address provided upon RSVP. Please put email and cell number in the Notes field below. -
Saturday
Nov 16Healing House Volunteer Opportunities - Offsite
Saturday, Nov 16th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
The Healing House, a program of Madison-area Urban Ministry (MUM), gives people without homes a place to recover after receiving medical care. This eight-bed facility at 303 Lathrop Street provides 24/7 recuperative care by medically trained staff and volunteers for up to 28 days. Volunteers are asked to assist by cooking and dropping off meals or by serving and cleaning up after dinner at the house. -
Sunday
Nov 17TBE Sisterhood Judaica Shop Open
Sunday, Nov 17th 9:15 am to 11:45 am
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Sunday
Nov 17PJ Library Tots and Tunes
Sunday, Nov 17th 10:30 am to 11:30 am
For young children (ages 0-5) and their families. Enjoy playful, musical, educational moments, including a PJ Library story and meaningful craft project. -
Sunday
Nov 17Midrasha
Sunday, Nov 17th 12:00 pm to 1:15 pm
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Sunday
Nov 17Cancer Support Group
Sunday, Nov 17th 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
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Monday
Nov 18Leaving a Legacy with Ease: Understanding Planned Giving
Monday, Nov 18th 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Learn from financial experts about simple ways to include Temple Beth El in your estate plan. -
Tuesday
Nov 19House Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Nov 19th 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
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Wednesday
Nov 20TBE Sisterhood Judaica Shop Open
Wednesday, Nov 20th 4:30 pm to 6:15 pm
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Wednesday
Nov 20Kesher Israel Film: Bird in the Room
Wednesday, Nov 20th 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Bird in the Room is a documentary about a young Israeli poet and her father, who compete for recognition in the world of words. We’ll watch the movie together, schmooze, nosh, and discuss ideas from the film. -
Wednesday
Nov 20Choir Practice
Wednesday, Nov 20th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday
Nov 21Talking at the Rabbi's Tisch - Offsite
Thursday, Nov 21st 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Rabbi Jonathan Biatch will welcome TBE members at informal discussions in neighborhoods around Madison on the third Thursday of each month. Chat with the rabbi at his tisch (table) about current events or topics of interest, and get to know him and your neighbors better. -
Sunday
Nov 24TBE Sisterhood Judaica Shop Open
Sunday, Nov 24th 9:15 am to 11:45 am
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Sunday
Nov 24Know Your Rights Training - Offsite
Sunday, Nov 24th 10:45 am to 12:15 pm
Learn about the rights of undocumented immigrants and how to protect those rights when providing assistance to individuals in sanctuary. -
Sunday
Nov 24B'nai Mitzvah Orientation
Sunday, Nov 24th 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
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Sunday
Nov 24Midrasha
Sunday, Nov 24th 12:00 pm to 1:15 pm
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Wednesday
Nov 27Office Closes at Noon
Wednesday, Nov 27th 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
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Sunday
Dec 1Support Group for those Whose Lives Have Been Touched by Mental Illness
Sunday, Dec 1st 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
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Wednesday
Dec 4TBE Sisterhood Judaica Shop Open
Wednesday, Dec 4th 4:30 pm to 6:15 pm
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Thursday
Dec 5Young Families Challah Making & Potluck Dinner
Thursday, Dec 5th 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Learn to make challah with your little ones and enjoy a potluck dinner together. Challah making supplies will be provided. Please bring a dish to share. Location may change depending on number of RSVPs. -
Thursday
Dec 5Social Action Committee Meeting
Thursday, Dec 5th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Social Action Committee meetings are held at 7:00 pm on the first Thursday of most months at Temple Beth El. The meetings are open to all congregants, and we welcome and encourage new members to join us. Help us plan and organize the initiatives listed in this newsletter as well as many others. If you have questions about committee involvement, please contact one of the co-chairs, Sherie Sondel, sherie.sondel@gmail.com, or Marcia Vandercook, marcia.vandercook@gmail.com. We sometimes meet every other month - check calendar for cancellations. -
Thursday
Dec 5Men's Club Book Group
Thursday, Dec 5th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
We will be discussing Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. -
Friday
Dec 6MJND (20s and 30s) Shabbat Potluck Dinner - Offsite
Friday, Dec 6th 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Bring a dairy or vegetarian dish to pass. Can’t bring a dish? Bring a drink! Can’t bring a drink? Bring a friend! Address provided upon RSVP. Please put email and cell number in the Notes field below. -
Sunday
Dec 8TBE Sisterhood Judaica Shop Open
Sunday, Dec 8th 9:15 am to 11:45 am
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Sunday
Dec 8Midrasha
Sunday, Dec 8th 12:00 pm to 1:15 pm
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Sunday
Dec 8Evangelicals and Israel: Exploring a Complex Relationship
Sunday, Dec 8th 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Conservative evangelical Christians in the United States have become strong supporters of the state of Israel. How old is this relationship? How deep does it go into the Christian community? And just as importantly, what are the motives behind this support? Daniel G. Hummel, PhD, will share his research on evangelicals and U.S.-Israeli relations, explaining the many facets of what is commonly known as Christian Zionism. He will discuss the history of Christian Zionism and the reasons for its prominence in today’s politics. Dr. Hummel is an honorary research fellow at UW–Madison and program curator for academic communities at Upper House, a Christian study center on campus. -
Monday
Dec 9Serving Meals at the Catholic Multicultural Center - Offsite
Monday, Dec 9th 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
A fun and easy way to help the community: join our group serving meals at the Catholic Multicultural Center on Madison's south side. -
Monday
Dec 9Judaism 101
Monday, Dec 9th 6:00 pm to 7:15 pm
This monthly course is for anyone who is new to Judaism or wants a refresher on Jewish holidays, rituals, and vocabulary. Instructor: Kendra Sager -
Tuesday
Dec 10Board Meeting
Tuesday, Dec 10th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Wednesday
Dec 11URJ Biennial
Wednesday, Dec 11th (All day)
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Wednesday
Dec 11TBE Sisterhood Judaica Shop Open
Wednesday, Dec 11th 4:30 pm to 6:15 pm
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Wednesday
Dec 11The Border, Asylum, and How to Get Involved
Wednesday, Dec 11th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Jewish Congregations for Social Justice and Jewish Social Services will address events at our southern border in a program providing a recent eyewitness account, plus information about the asylum process and how we can help locally. -
Friday
Dec 13Queer Jewish Shabbat Potluck Dinner
Friday, Dec 13th 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Self-identified LGBTQ Jews and their guests are invited to an inclusive, interdenominational Shabbat potluck. -
Sunday
Dec 15TBE Sisterhood Judaica Shop Open
Sunday, Dec 15th 9:15 am to 11:45 am
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Sunday
Dec 15Hanukkah Food fest
Sunday, Dec 15th 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Learn about Hanukkah recipes and traditions! -
Sunday
Dec 15PJ Library Tots and Tunes
Sunday, Dec 15th 10:30 am to 11:30 am
For young children (ages 0-5) and their families. Enjoy playful, musical, educational moments, including a PJ Library story and meaningful craft project. -
Sunday
Dec 15Midrasha
Sunday, Dec 15th 12:00 pm to 1:15 pm
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Sunday
Dec 15Cancer Support Group
Sunday, Dec 15th 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
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Monday
Dec 16December Dilemma
Monday, Dec 16th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us for this interactive session where we will hear how some of our interfaith families navigate the challenges of this time of year. -
Tuesday
Dec 17Sisterhood/Men's Club Dinner: Interfaith Organizing for Civic Engagement
Tuesday, Dec 17th 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
At the annual TBE Sisterhood and Men’s Club dinner, you’ll get an inside look at how Wisconsin Council of Churches and Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice are working together to maximize interfaith communities’ influential role in the public square, and learn how to connect with people from other faith communities in the common goal of civic engagement. -
Tuesday
Dec 17House Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Dec 17th 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
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Wednesday
Dec 18TBE Sisterhood Judaica Shop Open
Wednesday, Dec 18th 11:00 am to 1:30 pm
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Wednesday
Dec 18Kesher Israel Film: The Women’s Balcony
Wednesday, Dec 18th 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
In The Women’s Balcony, an Orthodox community attempts to cope with a new rabbi. We’ll watch the movie together, schmooze, nosh, and discuss ideas from the film. -
Thursday
Dec 19Talking at the Rabbi's Tisch - Offsite
Thursday, Dec 19th 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Rabbi Jonathan Biatch will welcome TBE members at informal discussions in neighborhoods around Madison on the third Thursday of each month. Chat with the rabbi at his tisch (table) about current events or topics of interest, and get to know him and your neighbors better. -
Friday
Dec 20JBAM Meeting
Friday, Dec 20th 8:00 am to 9:00 am
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Friday
Dec 20Singles Creating Community Coffee - Offsite
Friday, Dec 20th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
9:00 am 3rd Friday each month -
Friday
Dec 20TBE Sisterhood Judaica Shop Open
Friday, Dec 20th 11:00 am to 1:30 pm
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Friday
Dec 20JEWniors Shabbanukkah
Friday, Dec 20th 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
A 3rd–5th grade Shabbat service and Hanukkah party! -
Saturday
Dec 21MaTTY's Annual Latke Lock-in!
Saturday, Dec 21st 7:00 pm to Sunday, Dec 22nd 10:00 am
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Sunday
Dec 22TBE Sisterhood Judaica Shop Open
Sunday, Dec 22nd 9:30 am to 11:30 am
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Sunday
Dec 22Hanukkah Extravaganza
Sunday, Dec 22nd 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Bring your menorah and candles and join us for games, songs, crafts, food, friends, and festivities as we celebrate the first night of Hanukkah. -
Wednesday
Dec 25Office Closed
Wednesday, Dec 25th (All day)
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Wednesday
Dec 25MJND Chinese Food and a Movie - Offsite
Wednesday, Dec 25th 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Join MJND (20s and 30s) and MadJews for a yearly tradition—Chinese food and a movie! We'll meet for a casual lunch at Ichiban Sichuan restaurant and then head to the movies. -
Tuesday
Dec 31Office Closes at Noon
Tuesday, Dec 31st 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
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Wednesday
Jan 1Office Closed
Wednesday, Jan 1st (All day)
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Thursday
Jan 2Social Action Committee Meeting
Thursday, Jan 2nd 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Social Action Committee meetings are held at 7:00 pm on the first Thursday of most months at Temple Beth El. The meetings are open to all congregants, and we welcome and encourage new members to join us. Help us plan and organize the initiatives listed in this newsletter as well as many others. If you have questions about committee involvement, please contact one of the co-chairs, Sherie Sondel, sherie.sondel@gmail.com, or Marcia Vandercook, marcia.vandercook@gmail.com. We sometimes meet every other month - check calendar for cancellations. -
Thursday
Jan 9Introduction to Judaism Class
Thursday, Jan 9th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
A 16-week series for those interested in learning about Judaism and those interested in potential conversion to Judaism. -
Friday
Jan 10MJND (20s and 30s) Shabbat Potluck Dinner - Offsite
Friday, Jan 10th 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Bring a dairy or vegetarian dish to pass. Can’t bring a dish? Bring a drink! Can’t bring a drink? Bring a friend! Address provided upon RSVP. Please put email and cell number in the Notes field below. -
Sunday
Jan 12Community Knesset
Sunday, Jan 12th 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
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Monday
Jan 13Serving Meals at the Catholic Multicultural Center - Offsite
Monday, Jan 13th 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
A fun and easy way to help the community: join our group serving meals at the Catholic Multicultural Center on Madison's south side. -
Monday
Jan 13Judaism 101
Monday, Jan 13th 6:00 pm to 7:15 pm
This monthly course is for anyone who is new to Judaism or wants a refresher on Jewish holidays, rituals, and vocabulary. Instructor: Kendra Sager -
Tuesday
Jan 14Board Meeting
Tuesday, Jan 14th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday
Jan 16Talking at the Rabbi's Tisch - Offsite
Thursday, Jan 16th 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Rabbi Jonathan Biatch will welcome TBE members at informal discussions in neighborhoods around Madison on the third Thursday of each month. Chat with the rabbi at his tisch (table) about current events or topics of interest, and get to know him and your neighbors better. -
Thursday
Jan 16Introduction to Judaism Class
Thursday, Jan 16th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
A 16-week series for those interested in learning about Judaism and those interested in potential conversion to Judaism. -
Friday
Jan 17Singles Creating Community Coffee - Offsite
Friday, Jan 17th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Friday
Jan 17Queer Jewish Shabbat Potluck Dinner
Friday, Jan 17th 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Self-identified LGBTQ Jews and their guests are invited to an inclusive, interdenominational Shabbat potluck. -
Friday
Jan 17Congregational Retreat
Friday, Jan 17th 6:00 pm to Sunday, Jan 19th 12:00 pm
This yearly tradition is a highlight for members of all ages. Enjoy a weekend of community, sharing stories, fun and relaxation. Come with the family for the weekend or join us as a “day camper” on Saturday. -
Wednesday
Jan 22Midrasha
Wednesday, Jan 22nd 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Wednesday
Jan 22Singles Creating Community Dinner
Wednesday, Jan 22nd 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Please type which date you are attending in the Notes field. -
Thursday
Jan 23Introduction to Judaism Class
Thursday, Jan 23rd 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
A 16-week series for those interested in learning about Judaism and those interested in potential conversion to Judaism. -
Sunday
Jan 26Midrasha
Sunday, Jan 26th 12:00 pm to 1:15 pm
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Wednesday
Jan 29Porchlight Cooking Session
Wednesday, Jan 29th 4:00 pm to 6:45 pm
On the 5th Wednesday of the month we prepare and serve a meal for those staying at the Porchlight Men’s Shelter. Volunteers are needed to shop, cook, and serve. -
Wednesday
Jan 29Midrasha
Wednesday, Jan 29th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday
Jan 30Introduction to Judaism Class
Thursday, Jan 30th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
A 16-week series for those interested in learning about Judaism and those interested in potential conversion to Judaism. -
Saturday
Feb 1Winter Havdalah PJ party
Saturday, Feb 1st 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
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Sunday
Feb 2Midrasha
Sunday, Feb 2nd 12:00 pm to 1:15 pm
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Wednesday
Feb 5Midrasha
Wednesday, Feb 5th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday
Feb 6Introduction to Judaism Class
Thursday, Feb 6th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
A 16-week series for those interested in learning about Judaism and those interested in potential conversion to Judaism. -
Thursday
Feb 6Social Action Committee Meeting
Thursday, Feb 6th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Social Action Committee meetings are held at 7:00 pm on the first Thursday of most months at Temple Beth El. The meetings are open to all congregants, and we welcome and encourage new members to join us. Help us plan and organize the initiatives listed in this newsletter as well as many others. If you have questions about committee involvement, please contact one of the co-chairs, Sherie Sondel, sherie.sondel@gmail.com, or Marcia Vandercook, marcia.vandercook@gmail.com. We sometimes meet every other month - check calendar for cancellations. -
Friday
Feb 7MJND (20s and 30s) Shabbat Potluck Dinner - Offsite
Friday, Feb 7th 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Bring a dairy or vegetarian dish to pass. Can’t bring a dish? Bring a drink! Can’t bring a drink? Bring a friend! Address provided upon RSVP. Please put email and cell number in the Notes field below. -
Sunday
Feb 9Blockstein
Sunday, Feb 9th 9:45 am to 12:00 pm
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Sunday
Feb 9Midrasha
Sunday, Feb 9th 12:00 pm to 1:15 pm
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Monday
Feb 10Serving Meals at the Catholic Multicultural Center - Offsite
Monday, Feb 10th 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
A fun and easy way to help the community: join our group serving meals at the Catholic Multicultural Center on Madison's south side. -
Tuesday
Feb 11Board Meeting
Tuesday, Feb 11th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Wednesday
Feb 12Midrasha
Wednesday, Feb 12th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday
Feb 13Introduction to Judaism Class
Thursday, Feb 13th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
A 16-week series for those interested in learning about Judaism and those interested in potential conversion to Judaism. -
Sunday
Feb 16Midrasha
Sunday, Feb 16th 12:00 pm to 1:15 pm
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Sunday
Feb 16Jesus the Jew: A Jewish Search for the Historical Jesus
Sunday, Feb 16th 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
A four-session course on Jesus the Jew, taught by TBE member and scholar Perry Asher. -
Wednesday
Feb 19Midrasha
Wednesday, Feb 19th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday
Feb 20Talking at the Rabbi's Tisch - Offsite
Thursday, Feb 20th 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Rabbi Jonathan Biatch will welcome TBE members at informal discussions in neighborhoods around Madison on the third Thursday of each month. Chat with the rabbi at his tisch (table) about current events or topics of interest, and get to know him and your neighbors better. -
Thursday
Feb 20Introduction to Judaism Class
Thursday, Feb 20th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
A 16-week series for those interested in learning about Judaism and those interested in potential conversion to Judaism. -
Friday
Feb 21Singles Creating Community Coffee - Offsite
Friday, Feb 21st 9:00 am to 10:00 am
9:00 am 3rd Friday each month -
Friday
Feb 21TBE Board Retreat
Friday, Feb 21st 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
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Friday
Feb 21Shabbat Reception to Honor our Volunteers
Friday, Feb 21st 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Our volunteers are the heart and soul of Temple Beth El, and we want to show our appreciation! Please join us for a special reception before we welcome Shabbat together at our Friday evening services. Be our guest at a special reception in honor of our many loyal Temple volunteers. We'll serve appetizers and beverages, so come and enjoy. The celebration and appreciation continue as we welcome in Shabbat at 7:30 pm. -
Sunday
Feb 23PJ Library Tots and Tunes
Sunday, Feb 23rd 10:30 am to 11:30 am
For young children (ages 0-5) and their families. Enjoy playful, musical, educational moments, including a PJ Library story and meaningful craft project.
November 14, 2019 16 Cheshvan 5780