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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.
December 8, 2019
10 Kislev 5780
Worship Schedule
All Events
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Friday
Dec 13Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Dec 13th 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 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 Worship Service
Friday, Dec 20th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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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. -
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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 17Shabbat Midor Lador 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. -
Saturday
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 8Torah Study
Saturday, Feb 8th 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 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 15Torah Study
Saturday, Feb 15th 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 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 22Torah Study
Saturday, Feb 22nd 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 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 29Torah Study
Saturday, Feb 29th 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 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 7Torah Study
Saturday, Mar 7th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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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 14Torah Study
Saturday, Mar 14th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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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! -
Friday
Mar 20Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Mar 20th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday
Mar 21Torah Study
Saturday, Mar 21st 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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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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Saturday
Mar 28Torah Study
Saturday, Mar 28th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Friday
Apr 3Shabbalala
Friday, Apr 3rd 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm
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Saturday
Apr 4Torah Study
Saturday, Apr 4th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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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 11Torah Study
Saturday, Apr 11th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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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 18Torah Study
Saturday, Apr 18th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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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! -
Saturday
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 25Torah Study
Saturday, Apr 25th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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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 2Torah Study
Saturday, May 2nd 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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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 9Torah Study
Saturday, May 9th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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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. -
Saturday
May 16Torah Study
Saturday, May 16th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Friday
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 23Torah Study
Saturday, May 23rd 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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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 30Torah Study
Saturday, May 30th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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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. -
Friday
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
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Saturday
Nov 21Trey Goldberg Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Nov 21st 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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All Events
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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 9TBE Sisterhood Judaica Shop Open
Monday, Dec 9th 11:00 am to 1:30 pm
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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 -
Monday
Dec 9Religious School Committee Meeting - Zoom Meeting
Monday, Dec 9th 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
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Tuesday
Dec 10Board Meeting-Cancelled
Tuesday, Dec 10th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Tuesday
Dec 10MaTTY Board Meeting
Tuesday, Dec 10th 7:45 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
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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. -
Saturday
Dec 28MJND Hanukkah Party - Offsite
Saturday, Dec 28th 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm
Join MJND (20s and 30s) in celebrating Hanukkah! -
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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Sunday
Jan 5Support Group for those Whose Lives Have Been Touched by Mental Illness
Sunday, Jan 5th 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
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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 -
Monday
Jan 13Men's Club Book Group
Monday, Jan 13th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
We will be discussing The Catcher Was a Spy: The Mysterious Life of Moe Berg by Nicholas Dawidoff. -
Tuesday
Jan 14Board Meeting
Tuesday, Jan 14th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Tuesday
Jan 14MaTTY Board Meeting
Tuesday, Jan 14th 7:45 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
9:00 am 3rd Friday each month -
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 - Offsite
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. -
Sunday
Jan 19Cancer Support Group
Sunday, Jan 19th 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
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Wednesday
Jan 22Midrasha
Wednesday, Jan 22nd 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Wednesday
Jan 22Singles Creating Community Dinner - Offsite
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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Tuesday
Jan 28Religious Practices Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Jan 28th 6:45 pm to 8:00 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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Wednesday
Jan 29Montgomery, Selma, Atlanta, DC: Reflections on Our Civil Rights Journeys
Wednesday, Jan 29th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Are you interested in our nation’s civil rights history? Have you ever wanted to visit the places where that history was made? If so, you will want to join four members of our congregation as they share what they learned during their recent travels. -
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 1Young Families Winter Havdalah PJ party
Saturday, Feb 1st 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
For families with children ages 0–6. Come in your PJs to celebrate Havdalah together! -
Sunday
Feb 2Support Group for those Whose Lives Have Been Touched by Mental Illness
Sunday, Feb 2nd 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
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Sunday
Feb 2Midrasha
Sunday, Feb 2nd 12:00 pm to 1:15 pm
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Monday
Feb 3Judaism 101
Monday, Feb 3rd 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 -
Wednesday
Feb 5B'nai Mitzvah Basics
Wednesday, Feb 5th 4:30 pm to 6:00 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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Sunday
Feb 9Healing House Volunteer Opportunities - Offsite
Sunday, Feb 9th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Volunteers are asked to assist with meals and more at Healing House, a respite care facility for homeless people. -
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. -
Monday
Feb 10Healing House Volunteer Opportunities - Offsite
Monday, Feb 10th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Volunteers are asked to assist with meals and more at Healing House, a respite care facility for homeless people. -
Tuesday
Feb 11Healing House Volunteer Opportunities - Offsite
Tuesday, Feb 11th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Volunteers are asked to assist with meals and more at Healing House, a respite care facility for homeless people. -
Tuesday
Feb 11Board Meeting
Tuesday, Feb 11th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Tuesday
Feb 11MaTTY Board Meeting
Tuesday, Feb 11th 7:45 pm to 9:00 pm
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Wednesday
Feb 12Healing House Volunteer Opportunities - Offsite
Wednesday, Feb 12th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Volunteers are asked to assist with meals and more at Healing House, a respite care facility for homeless people. -
Wednesday
Feb 12Midrasha
Wednesday, Feb 12th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday
Feb 13Healing House Volunteer Opportunities - Offsite
Thursday, Feb 13th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Volunteers are asked to assist with meals and more at Healing House, a respite care facility for homeless people. -
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. -
Friday
Feb 14Healing House Volunteer Opportunities - Offsite
Friday, Feb 14th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Volunteers are asked to assist with meals and more at Healing House, a respite care facility for homeless people. -
Saturday
Feb 15Healing House Volunteer Opportunities - Offsite
Saturday, Feb 15th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Volunteers are asked to assist with meals and more at Healing House, a respite care facility for homeless people. -
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. -
Sunday
Feb 16Cancer Support Group
Sunday, Feb 16th 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
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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
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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. -
Saturday
Feb 22MaTTY Tu Bishvat Lorax Party
Saturday, Feb 22nd 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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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. -
Sunday
Feb 23Midrasha
Sunday, Feb 23rd 12:00 pm to 1:15 pm
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Sunday
Feb 23Jesus the Jew: A Jewish Search for the Historical Jesus
Sunday, Feb 23rd 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
A four-session course on Jesus the Jew, taught by TBE member and scholar Perry Asher. -
Tuesday
Feb 25Singles Creating Community Dinner - Offsite
Tuesday, Feb 25th 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Please type which date you are attending in the Notes field. -
Tuesday
Feb 25Religious Practices Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Feb 25th 6:45 pm to 8:00 pm
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Thursday
Feb 27Introduction to Judaism Class
Thursday, Feb 27th 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 28Junior Youth Group NFTY Kallah
Friday, Feb 28th (All day)
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