Committees
Share your passion by joining a committee.
Our committees drive our direction and enable us to thrive as a congregation. Share your passion by joining a committee. It will connect you in a meaningful way with the community and open opportunities to get to know your fellow congregants.
Please contact us to learn more or join a committee.
Caring Committee
The Caring Committee assists the clergy in acts of comfort and kindness for the members of the congregation. We seek to make Temple Beth El a place where every congregant can feel supported and thought of in times of need. Our Caring Committee consists of a direct service task force and a steering committee. Let us know about opportunities to serve our congregants, or join us to care for others.
Contact: Eve Siegel, evesiegel@yahoo.com
Communications Committee
The Communications Committee works closely with Temple staff to establish a marketing and communications agenda and to ensure that the messaging from and about Temple Beth El is consistent and effective. The committee offers guidance on content for the Temple Bulletin, website, emails, social media, and more.
Contact: Karin Horler, karinhorler@gmail.com
Congregational Education Committee
We believe that a lifelong thirst for knowledge and critical exploration of topics—biblical or contemporary—helps us to maintain a vital connection to our Judaism and to each other. We aim to involve members of all ages in classes, lectures, discussions, and hands-on workshops.
Contact: Carole Kantor, cjkkantor@gmail.com
Development Committee
The Development Committee sets the vision for and manages the overall fundraising strategy for Temple Beth El.
Contacts: Howard Erlanger, h.erlanger@gmail.com; Amy Fields, afields1717@gmail.com
Engagement Committee
Temple Beth El welcomes members from varied backgrounds, and strives to educate members of the general community in Judaism and Jewish culture. We provide educational opportunities for learning about Judaism for members of the synagogue and general communities, find new ways to enhance the way that we integrate and retain members of the Temple community, and increase the appreciation for the perpetuation of Jewish life and community. This committee also creates programs and events that build community among the members of Temple Beth El, including our annual congregational retreat as well as many social gatherings and holiday celebrations.
Contacts: Aleeza Hoffert, engage@tbemadison.org
House Committee
The House Committee assists the administration in maintaining the building and property of the congregation in good order and repair. Our charge is to maintain the building in good order to keep our congregants safe and comfortable. Our work is everywhere but is largely invisible. If the thought of working with a fun, talented group of people who enjoy making things better while avoiding the limelight makes you smile, please join us, especially if you have technical expertise, such as skills with buildings, architecture, landscaping, electricity, furniture, plumbing, or security.
Contact: Marlene Barmish, mebatdsh@aol.com
Kesher Israel Committee
The mission of this committee is to enhance the commonality of Jewish life between Israel and the Diaspora. We seek to establish and strengthen relationships between members of Temple Beth El and members of Progressive congregations and institutions in Israel.
Learn more about how we create connections with Israel.
Contact: Joanna Berke, jbee199914@aol.com
Madison's Jews' Next Dor
MJND offers a range of social, educational, and networking events for Jewish people in their 20s & 30s in Madison. Recent events include Torah on Tap and Shabbat dinners. Learn more and find Madison’s Jews’ Next Dor on Facebook.
Contact: The MJND Board, mjndtbe@gmail.com
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee welcomes newcomers to our community, encourages them to get involved, and engages our current members in ongoing activities.
Contact: Suzanne Wolf, suzannegwolf@gmail.com
Men's Club
The Temple Beth El Men’s Club is a group of men of all ages who get together to do mitzvah projects, socialize, connect, and learn together. Our activities include a monthly book club, an annual retreat, sukkah building, and ushering at High Holy Day services.
Contact: Alan Schwartzstein, alsdoc1@gmail.com
Music Committee
The mission of the Music Committee is to enhance the entire congregation’s Temple experience by supporting, assisting, and advising the cantor in providing a wide range of high-quality music at TBE that is spiritually and musically satisfying, meaningful, and accessible to the congregation. This committee is open to anyone with an interest in aspects of Jewish music at TBE, including services, choir, our T’filah Band, youth and congregational song leading, and managing and improving our sound system, as well as special events such as concerts.
Contact: Dale Kaufman, dkaufman56@gmail.com
Personnel Committee
This committee advises the board about present and future personnel needs and recommend policies and procedures governing the terms and conditions of Temple employees.
Religious Practices Committee
With the guidance of the rabbi and cantor, the Religious Practices Committee reviews the rituals and observances to enrich Jewish practice. We also work with other appropriate committees to enhance Jewish home rituals.
Contacts: Carl Sinderbrand, csinderbrand@axley.com
Sisterhood (Women of Reform Judaism)
Our Sisterhood welcomes all women in our congregation to join as members, and the entire congregation is invited to Sisterhood programs and events. With Sisterhood, you’ll learn, share, and connect while helping one another and our community. Learn more and join Sisterhood.
Contact: sisterhood@tbemadison.org
Social Action Committee
The Social Action Committee organizes programs and projects that engage the congregation in the Jewish mandates of social justice and tikkun olam, making our world a better place. The committee offers the congregation opportunities to perform service to the community. It provides education and takes action on larger social issues. Learn more about our mitzvah activities.
Contacts: Sherie Sondel, sherie.sondel@gmail.com and Marcia Vandercook, Marcia.vandercook@gmail.com
Racial Justice Action Team
We work to reduce racial disparities by hosting educational events and working as allies with local organizations to engage, affiliate and advocate on issues of racial justice. Contact the team chairs, Betsy Abramson or Marsha Mansfield.
Immigrant and Refugee Rights Action Team
We welcome your involvement and ideas as we advocate, educate, and work for immigrant justice. Contact the team co-chairs, Erica Serlin or Lynn Silverman.
Environment and Climate Change Action Team
This team is just getting started, so bring your ideas and inspiration. We hope to join with interested people from all across the TBE community. Contact team chair Marta Karlov.
Temple Beth El is a member of Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice, a coalition of local faith-based organizations that engage in social justice work as part of their mission. We also work with Jewish Congregations for Social Justice, a collaboration of the social action groups of Temple Beth El, Congregation Shaarei Shamayim, and Beth Israel Center.
Trust Committee
The Trust Committee is responsible for the oversight of all endowment fund activities.
Young Families Committee
The Young Families Committee is a social group for families with children ages 0-5. Activities include challah making, Havdalah PJ Party, break-the-fast, and Tot Shabbat. Join the fun and meet other families in the community!
Contacts:
Youth Education Committee
Collaborating with the Director of Lifelong Learning and other TBE staff, the
Religious School Committee provides policy support and feedback to help shape the religious education experience at Temple and enable our children to receive the most fulfillment from their religious education.
Contact: Sarah Benn, sbenn@ghcscw.com
Youth Engagement Committee
The Youth Committee offers exciting opportunities for 3–18 year olds to participate in youth groups and events. We believe participating in social activities, social justice, and worship programming with other Jews is the best way to keep our kids engaged and invested in their Judaism and to help improve our world. Learn more about our youth groups. Learn more about our youth groups.
Contact: Kendra Sager, kendra@tbemadison.org
March 19, 2024
9 Adar II 5784
Worship Schedule
-
Friday ,
MarMarch 22 , 2024Shabbat Worship
Friday, Mar 22nd 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us for Shabbat worship both at TBE and on YouTube -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 23 , 2024Beyond the Five Books: Study of Tanakh
Saturday, Mar 23rd 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Our study sessions during these weeks focus on parts of the Tanakh beyond the five books of the Torah. -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 30 , 2024Beyond the Five Books: Study of Tanakh
Saturday, Mar 30th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Our study sessions during these weeks focus on parts of the Tanakh beyond the five books of the Torah. -
Friday ,
AprApril 5 , 2024Likrat Shabbat (Welcoming Shabbat)
Friday, Apr 5th 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
The first Friday of each month is an all-ages Shabbat service featuring Religious School students. -
Saturday ,
AprApril 6 , 2024Beyond the Five Books: Study of Tanakh
Saturday, Apr 6th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Our study sessions during these weeks focus on parts of the Tanakh beyond the five books of the Torah. -
Saturday ,
AprApril 6 , 2024Cole Klein Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Apr 6th 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
-
Friday ,
AprApril 12 , 2024Shabbat Worship
Friday, Apr 12th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us for Shabbat worship both at TBE and on YouTube -
Saturday ,
AprApril 13 , 2024Beyond the Five Books: Study of Tanakh
Saturday, Apr 13th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Our study sessions during these weeks focus on parts of the Tanakh beyond the five books of the Torah. -
Saturday ,
AprApril 13 , 2024Spencer Margulius Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Apr 13th 10:30 am to 1:00 pm
-
Friday ,
AprApril 19 , 2024Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Apr 19th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, featuring Les Goldsmith and the Promised Band. -
Saturday ,
AprApril 20 , 2024Beyond the Five Books: Study of Tanakh
Saturday, Apr 20th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Our study sessions during these weeks focus on parts of the Tanakh beyond the five books of the Torah. -
Friday ,
AprApril 26 , 2024Shabbat Worship
Friday, Apr 26th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us for Shabbat worship both at TBE and on YouTube -
Friday ,
MayMay 3 , 2024Likrat Shabbat (Welcoming Shabbat)
Friday, May 3rd 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
The first Friday of each month is an all-ages Shabbat service featuring Religious School students. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024Torah Study
Saturday, May 4th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanakh. -
Friday ,
MayMay 10 , 2024Shabbat Worship
Friday, May 10th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us for Shabbat worship both at TBE and on YouTube -
Saturday ,
MayMay 11 , 2024Torah Study
Saturday, May 11th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanakh. -
Friday ,
MayMay 17 , 2024Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, May 17th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, featuring Les Goldsmith and the Promised Band. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 18 , 2024Torah Study
Saturday, May 18th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanakh. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 18 , 2024Andres Garcete Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, May 18th 10:30 am to 1:00 pm
-
Friday ,
MayMay 24 , 2024Shabbat Worship
Friday, May 24th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us for Shabbat worship both at TBE and on YouTube -
Saturday ,
MayMay 25 , 2024Torah Study
Saturday, May 25th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Torah Study meets each Shabbat morning to discuss parasha and Tanakh. -
Friday ,
MayMay 31 , 2024Shabbat Worship
Friday, May 31st 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us for Shabbat worship both at TBE and on YouTube -
Saturday ,
JunJune 1 , 2024Confirmation Service for the Class of 5784
Saturday, Jun 1st 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
The community is invited to worship with us as we celebrate the confirmation class of 5784. -
Friday ,
JunJune 7 , 2024Shabbat Worship
Friday, Jun 7th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us for Shabbat worship both at TBE and on YouTube -
Saturday ,
JunJune 8 , 2024Lily Anderson Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Jun 8th 10:30 am to 1:00 pm
-
Friday ,
JunJune 14 , 2024Shabbat Honoring Rabbi Biatch
Friday, Jun 14th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
-
Friday ,
JunJune 21 , 2024Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Jun 21st 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, featuring Les Goldsmith and the Promised Band. -
Saturday ,
JunJune 22 , 2024Henry Raether Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Jun 22nd 10:30 am to 1:00 pm
-
Friday ,
JunJune 28 , 2024Shabbat Worship
Friday, Jun 28th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us for Shabbat worship both at TBE and on YouTube -
Friday ,
JulJuly 19 , 2024Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Jul 19th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, featuring Les Goldsmith and the Promised Band. -
Friday ,
AugAugust 16 , 2024Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Aug 16th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, featuring Les Goldsmith and the Promised Band. -
Friday ,
AugAugust 23 , 2024Stella Friedman Bat Mitzvah
Friday, Aug 23rd 10:30 am to 2:00 pm
-
Saturday ,
SepSeptember 7 , 2024Zola Rodriquez Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Sep 7th 10:30 am to 1:00 pm
-
Friday ,
SepSeptember 20 , 2024Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Sep 20th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, featuring Les Goldsmith and the Promised Band. -
Friday ,
OctOctober 18 , 2024Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Oct 18th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, featuring Les Goldsmith and the Promised Band. -
Saturday ,
OctOctober 26 , 2024Jaime Tunis Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Oct 26th 10:30 am to 1:00 pm
-
Saturday ,
NovNovember 2 , 2024Avner Roginsky Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Nov 2nd 10:30 am to 1:00 pm
-
Friday ,
NovNovember 15 , 2024Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Nov 15th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, featuring Les Goldsmith and the Promised Band. -
Saturday ,
DecDecember 7 , 2024Andres Deano Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Dec 7th 10:30 am to 1:00 pm
-
Friday ,
DecDecember 20 , 2024Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Dec 20th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, featuring Les Goldsmith and the Promised Band. -
Friday ,
JanJanuary 17 , 2025Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Jan 17th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
A musical service for the whole Temple family, featuring Les Goldsmith and the Promised Band. -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 8 , 2025Penelope Cesarec Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Mar 8th 10:30 am to 1:00 pm
Engage with us!
-
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 19 , 2024Serving Meals at the Catholic Multicultural Center
Tuesday, Mar 19th 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
As the Catholic Multicultural Center resumes daily in-person dinners, join fellow TBE volunteers on the third Tuesday of each month to help serve dinner and clean up. -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 19 , 2024Purim Shpiel Rehearsal
Tuesday, Mar 19th 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Casting Call for the TBE Purim Shpiel: “Esther’s Story (Taylor’s Version)” -
Wednesday ,
MarMarch 20 , 2024Environment and Climate Change Action Team Meeting
Wednesday, Mar 20th 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
August 23, 2023 meeting is canceled. Join our action team as we make plans to engage the congregation in activities that raise awareness about environmental issues. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 21 , 2024Atidaynu, "Our Future": Emerging TBE Leaders
Thursday, Mar 21st 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Leadership training to inspire and develop emerging TBE leaders. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 21 , 2024Madison Jewish Community Introduction to Judaism
Thursday, Mar 21st 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
This course is open to anyone who is interested in learning about the basics of Judaism. It's perfect for those thinking about converting to Judaism, interfaith couples, or individuals who would like to broaden their knowledge. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 21 , 2024Men's Club Book Group
Thursday, Mar 21st 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
-
Friday ,
MarMarch 22 , 2024Singles Creating Community Coffee Klatch
Friday, Mar 22nd 9:00 am to 10:30 am
This is a breakfast gathering for the Singles Creating Community group. -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 23 , 2024A Swiftie Purim: Dinner and Shpiel
Saturday, Mar 23rd 5:45 pm to 8:00 pm
This year we'll celebrate Esther's heroism with the music of the world’s biggest pop star—Taylor Swift! Swiftly come in costume and get ready to make some noise as we end Shabbat together over Banzo dinner and celebrate Purim with Esther's Story (Taylor's Version). -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2024Judaica Shop Open
Sunday, Mar 24th 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Temple Beth El Sisterhood run Judaica shop, the only dedicated Judaica shop in Madison hours. Stock up Hanukkah, Shabbat and other Judaica items. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2024Community Purim Carnival
Sunday, Mar 24th 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Come one, come all to the Greatest Purim Carnival in Madison! Step right up and be thrilled by the most amazing, the most exhilarating, the most incredible show on Earth as our clergy and educators perform the death-defying story of Esther. Clown around with us in your favorite costume. -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 26 , 2024Religious Practices Committee meeting
Tuesday, Mar 26th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Religious Practices Committee meeting (RPC) -
Wednesday ,
MarMarch 27 , 2024Retired Old Men Eating Out (ROMEO)
Wednesday, Mar 27th 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
An informal get-together for lunch. (Being retired is not required. All are welcome!) -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 28 , 2024Conversion Student Meetup
Thursday, Mar 28th 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
For anyone on the path to conversion to connect and support one another through the process. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 28 , 2024Music Committee Meeting
Thursday, Mar 28th 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
For more information on the Music Committee, contact Cantor Jacob Niemi. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 28 , 2024Niftach Libeinu (“Let Us Open Our Hearts”): Exploring New Possibilities for Prayer and Ritual
Thursday, Mar 28th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
A “worship laboratory” with our clergy, exploring personal and communal approaches to a meaningful spiritual life. -
Friday ,
MarMarch 29 , 2024Men's Club Shabbat
Friday, Mar 29th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Shabbat worship with participation by the Men's Club of Temple Beth El. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 31 , 2024My Jewish Journey
Sunday, Mar 31st 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Members of our community share their Jewish journeys in a panel discussion format. -
Tuesday ,
AprApril 2 , 2024
Tuesday, Apr 2nd 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
-
Tuesday ,
AprApril 2 , 2024Singles Creating Community Dinner
Tuesday, Apr 2nd 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Join the Singles Creating Community group for dinner. -
Thursday ,
AprApril 4 , 2024Kesher Israel Committee Meeting
Thursday, Apr 4th 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Kesher Israel Committee meets every six weeks on Zoom. -
Thursday ,
AprApril 4 , 2024House Committee Meeting
Thursday, Apr 4th 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
-
Thursday ,
AprApril 4 , 2024Social Action Committee Meeting
Thursday, Apr 4th 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. -
Thursday ,
AprApril 4 , 2024Madison Jewish Community Introduction to Judaism
Thursday, Apr 4th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
This course is open to anyone who is interested in learning about the basics of Judaism. It's perfect for those thinking about converting to Judaism, interfaith couples, or individuals who would like to broaden their knowledge. -
Friday ,
AprApril 5 , 2024Likrat Shabbat Family Dinner
Friday, Apr 5th 5:15 pm to 6:00 pm
Register for dinner preceding our Likrat Shabbat service on the first Friday of the month, November–May. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 7 , 2024Judaica Shop Open
Sunday, Apr 7th 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Temple Beth El Sisterhood run Judaica shop, the only dedicated Judaica shop in Madison hours. Stock up Hanukkah, Shabbat and other Judaica items. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 7 , 2024Sunday School for Adults
Sunday, Apr 7th 9:30 am to 10:30 am
This monthly course is an opportunity for parents and guardians of Religious School students who missed having a formal Jewish education to have a parallel learning experience while their students are in Religious School. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 7 , 2024Adult B'nai Mitzvah Hebrew Class
Sunday, Apr 7th 10:30 am to 11:30 am
This is an introductory Hebrew class for students who are a part of the adult b'nai mitzvah cohort. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 7 , 2024Tots and Tunes
Sunday, Apr 7th 10:45 am to 11:45 am
This song and craft program for families with children ages 0–5 is open to the entire Madison Jewish community. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 7 , 2024Support Group for Those Whose Lives Have Been Touched by Mental Health Issues
Sunday, Apr 7th 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
-
Sunday ,
AprApril 7 , 2024MaTTY's "Whodunit?" Pasta Dinner and Dessert Auction
Sunday, Apr 7th 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Join us for a roaring 20s themed evening filled with suspense, delicious pasta, and an exciting dessert auction all to support TBE's high school youth group! -
Tuesday ,
AprApril 9 , 2024Board Meeting
Tuesday, Apr 9th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
-
Thursday ,
AprApril 11 , 2024Jewish Social Services Memory Cafe
Thursday, Apr 11th 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
The Jewish Social Services Memory Cafe supports people experiencing memory issues, dementia, or Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers within the Jewish community and beyond. -
Thursday ,
AprApril 11 , 2024Madison Jewish Community Introduction to Judaism
Thursday, Apr 11th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
This course is open to anyone who is interested in learning about the basics of Judaism. It's perfect for those thinking about converting to Judaism, interfaith couples, or individuals who would like to broaden their knowledge. -
Thursday ,
AprApril 11 , 2024Niftach Libeinu (“Let Us Open Our Hearts”): Exploring New Possibilities for Prayer and Ritual
Thursday, Apr 11th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
A “worship laboratory” with our clergy, exploring personal and communal approaches to a meaningful spiritual life. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 14 , 2024Judaica Shop Open
Sunday, Apr 14th 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Temple Beth El Sisterhood run Judaica shop, the only dedicated Judaica shop in Madison hours. Stock up Hanukkah, Shabbat and other Judaica items. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 14 , 2024Mitzvah Day and Special Lunch Honoring Rabbi Biatch
Sunday, Apr 14th 9:15 am to 4:30 pm
Have fun while coming together to do good for our community and celebrate Rabbi Biatch. Along with a wide range of projects for all ages and abilities, our day of community service will include a special lunch honoring Rabbi Biatch’s social justice journey at TBE. Project registration is open and first come, first served. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 14 , 2024Adult B'nai Mitzvah Hebrew Class
Sunday, Apr 14th 10:30 am to 11:30 am
This is an introductory Hebrew class for students who are a part of the adult b'nai mitzvah cohort. -
Monday ,
AprApril 15 , 2024Fiber Arts Schmooze
Monday, Apr 15th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Join friends at TBE for an evening of knitting, crocheting, stitching, and friendship! -
Tuesday ,
AprApril 16 , 2024Serving Meals at the Catholic Multicultural Center
Tuesday, Apr 16th 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
As the Catholic Multicultural Center resumes daily in-person dinners, join fellow TBE volunteers on the third Tuesday of each month to help serve dinner and clean up. -
Thursday ,
AprApril 18 , 2024Why? Because Israel Matters!
Thursday, Apr 18th 7:00 pm to 8:15 pm
Join Rabbi Biatch for this series to learn about and discuss the ongoing democracy movement in Israel and issues critical to the relationship between Israeli and Diaspora Jewish communities, the Reform movement, and other liberal streams of Judaism. Come and be part of the discussion, because Israel matters. -
Thursday ,
AprApril 18 , 2024Madison Jewish Community Introduction to Judaism
Thursday, Apr 18th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
This course is open to anyone who is interested in learning about the basics of Judaism. It's perfect for those thinking about converting to Judaism, interfaith couples, or individuals who would like to broaden their knowledge. -
Friday ,
AprApril 19 , 2024Singles Creating Community Coffee Klatch
Friday, Apr 19th 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Please join the Singles Creating Community group for breakfast and a hot drink. -
Friday ,
AprApril 19 , 2024Singles Creating Community Coffee Klatch
Friday, Apr 19th 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Join the Singles Creating Community group for breakfast. -
Friday ,
AprApril 19 , 2024Dinner & Program Honoring Our Volunteers
Friday, Apr 19th 5:45 pm to 7:30 pm
Our volunteers are the heart and soul of Temple Beth El, and we want to show our appreciation! -
Sunday ,
AprApril 21 , 2024Beth El Bakers
Sunday, Apr 21st 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Join the Beth El Bakers for Sunday sessions where we will create community while baking delicious treats to share with the congregation at upcoming Temple Beth El events. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 21 , 2024Judaica Shop Open
Sunday, Apr 21st 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Temple Beth El Sisterhood run Judaica shop, the only dedicated Judaica shop in Madison hours. Stock up Hanukkah, Shabbat and other Judaica items. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 21 , 2024Conversion Student Meetup
Sunday, Apr 21st 10:00 am to 11:00 am
For anyone on the path to conversion to connect and support one another through the process. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 21 , 2024Adult B'nai Mitzvah Hebrew Class
Sunday, Apr 21st 10:30 am to 11:30 am
This is an introductory Hebrew class for students who are a part of the adult b'nai mitzvah cohort. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 21 , 2024Youth Day
Sunday, Apr 21st 11:45 am to 1:00 pm
Join us for youth day activities with JEWniors, our social group for 3rd–5th graders, and MuTTY, which brings Jewish 6th–8th graders together to build relationships and create fun and relaxed Jewish spaces. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 21 , 2024Mishpacha Moments Chocolate Seder
Sunday, Apr 21st 11:45 am to 1:15 pm
Young families are invited to a chocolate seder! We will prepare for the upcoming holiday with different types of chocolate to represent each part of the Passover seder. This seder, geared towards ages 4-8 who can sit for short periods of time and starting to read. All ages welcome. Lunch will also be provided. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 21 , 2024Cancer Support Group
Sunday, Apr 21st 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
-
Monday ,
AprApril 22 , 2024Office Closes at 2:00 pm for Erev Passover
Monday, Apr 22nd 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
-
Tuesday ,
AprApril 23 , 2024Office Closed for Passover
Tuesday, Apr 23rd (All day)
-
Tuesday ,
AprApril 23 , 2024Community Passover Seder
Tuesday, Apr 23rd 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Join Rabbi Jonathan Biatch and Cantor Jacob Niemi for a community seder on the second night of Passover using the Temple Beth El Haggadah featuring contributions from our members. -
Wednesday ,
AprApril 24 , 2024Environment and Climate Change Action Team Meeting
Wednesday, Apr 24th 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
August 23, 2023 meeting is canceled. Join our action team as we make plans to engage the congregation in activities that raise awareness about environmental issues. -
Thursday ,
AprApril 25 , 2024Music Committee Meeting
Thursday, Apr 25th 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
For more information on the Music Committee, contact Cantor Jacob Niemi. -
Thursday ,
AprApril 25 , 2024Niftach Libeinu (“Let Us Open Our Hearts”): Exploring New Possibilities for Prayer and Ritual
Thursday, Apr 25th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
A “worship laboratory” with our clergy, exploring personal and communal approaches to a meaningful spiritual life. -
Friday ,
AprApril 26 , 2024Feast Without the Yeast: Forks, Friends, and Food for Families of 6th–12th Graders
Friday, Apr 26th 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Join other families with children in 6th–12th grade to celebrate Passover with a Feast Without the Yeast before Shabbat worship. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 28 , 2024Judaica Shop Open
Sunday, Apr 28th 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Temple Beth El Sisterhood run Judaica shop, the only dedicated Judaica shop in Madison hours. Stock up Hanukkah, Shabbat and other Judaica items. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 28 , 2024Adult B'nai Mitzvah Hebrew Class
Sunday, Apr 28th 10:30 am to 11:30 am
This is an introductory Hebrew class for students who are a part of the adult b'nai mitzvah cohort. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 28 , 2024Religious School Parent/Guardian Feedback Sessions
Sunday, Apr 28th 10:45 am to 11:45 am
Parents and guardians of Religious School students are invited to attend one of these two sessions to share feedback about the school year with the director of lifelong learning. -
Monday ,
AprApril 29 , 2024Office Closed for Passover
Monday, Apr 29th (All day)
-
Thursday ,
MayMay 2 , 2024House Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 2nd 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
-
Thursday ,
MayMay 2 , 2024Social Action Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 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. -
Thursday ,
MayMay 2 , 2024Madison Jewish Community Introduction to Judaism
Thursday, May 2nd 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
This course is open to anyone who is interested in learning about the basics of Judaism. It's perfect for those thinking about converting to Judaism, interfaith couples, or individuals who would like to broaden their knowledge. -
Friday ,
MayMay 3 , 2024Likrat Shabbat Family Dinner
Friday, May 3rd 5:15 pm to 6:00 pm
Register for dinner preceding our Likrat Shabbat service on the first Friday of the month, November–May. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024"When All There Is, Is Light": Reading and Workshop of Rabbi Jonathan Biatch's One-Act Play
Saturday, May 4th 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Join us for a congregational workshopping and reading of Rabbi Jonathan Biatch's original one-act play, along with a talk-back, refreshments, and fun. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024Judaica Shop Open
Sunday, May 5th 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Temple Beth El Sisterhood run Judaica shop, the only dedicated Judaica shop in Madison hours. Stock up Hanukkah, Shabbat and other Judaica items. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024Mensches Spreading Mulch
Sunday, May 5th 9:30 am to 11:30 am
This is a Temple Beth El Men's Club mitzvah event at Beit Olamim, the Jewish cemetery off of Westfield Road just north of Mineral Point Road. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024Adult B'nai Mitzvah Hebrew Class
Sunday, May 5th 10:30 am to 11:30 am
This is an introductory Hebrew class for students who are a part of the adult b'nai mitzvah cohort. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024Support Group for Those Whose Lives Have Been Touched by Mental Health Issues
Sunday, May 5th 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
-
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024Community Yom HaShoah Service
Sunday, May 5th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Please join us for a service of remembrance and to honor local Holocaust survivors and their families, led by clergy and members of the Jewish community of greater Madison. -
Tuesday ,
MayMay 7 , 2024Singles Creating Community Dinner
Tuesday, May 7th 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Join the Singles Creating Community group for dinner. -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 8 , 2024Past Presidents Council
Wednesday, May 8th 11:00 am to 12:30 pm
The past presidents of the Board of Trustees will gather for coffee and bagels and talk about current TBE happenings. -
Thursday ,
MayMay 9 , 2024Jewish Social Services Memory Cafe
Thursday, May 9th 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
The Jewish Social Services Memory Cafe supports people experiencing memory issues, dementia, or Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers within the Jewish community and beyond. -
Thursday ,
MayMay 9 , 2024Madison Jewish Community Introduction to Judaism
Thursday, May 9th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
This course is open to anyone who is interested in learning about the basics of Judaism. It's perfect for those thinking about converting to Judaism, interfaith couples, or individuals who would like to broaden their knowledge. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 12 , 2024Adult B'nai Mitzvah Hebrew Class
Sunday, May 12th 10:30 am to 11:30 am
This is an introductory Hebrew class for students who are a part of the adult b'nai mitzvah cohort. -
Tuesday ,
MayMay 14 , 2024Board Meeting
Tuesday, May 14th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
-
Thursday ,
MayMay 16 , 2024Kesher Israel Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 16th 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Kesher Israel Committee meets every six weeks on Zoom. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 19 , 2024Adult B'nai Mitzvah Hebrew Class
Sunday, May 19th 10:30 am to 11:30 am
This is an introductory Hebrew class for students who are a part of the adult b'nai mitzvah cohort. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 19 , 2024Cancer Support Group
Sunday, May 19th 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
-
Sunday ,
MayMay 19 , 2024A Toast to Rabbi Biatch
Sunday, May 19th 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
-
Monday ,
MayMay 20 , 2024Fiber Arts Schmooze
Monday, May 20th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Join friends at TBE for an evening of knitting, crocheting, stitching, and friendship! -
Tuesday ,
MayMay 21 , 2024Serving Meals at the Catholic Multicultural Center
Tuesday, May 21st 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
As the Catholic Multicultural Center resumes daily in-person dinners, join fellow TBE volunteers on the third Tuesday of each month to help serve dinner and clean up. -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 22 , 2024Environment and Climate Change Action Team Meeting
Wednesday, May 22nd 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
August 23, 2023 meeting is canceled. Join our action team as we make plans to engage the congregation in activities that raise awareness about environmental issues. -
Thursday ,
MayMay 23 , 2024Conversion Student Meetup
Thursday, May 23rd 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
For anyone on the path to conversion to connect and support one another through the process. -
Thursday ,
MayMay 23 , 2024Music Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 23rd 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
For more information on the Music Committee, contact Cantor Jacob Niemi. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 26 , 2024Adult B'nai Mitzvah Hebrew Class
Sunday, May 26th 10:30 am to 11:30 am
This is an introductory Hebrew class for students who are a part of the adult b'nai mitzvah cohort. -
Monday ,
MayMay 27 , 2024Office Closed for Memorial Day
Monday, May 27th (All day)
-
Tuesday ,
MayMay 28 , 2024Religious Practices Committee meeting
Tuesday, May 28th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Religious Practices Committee meeting (RPC) -
Sunday ,
JunJune 2 , 2024Adult B'nai Mitzvah Hebrew Class
Sunday, Jun 2nd 10:30 am to 11:30 am
This is an introductory Hebrew class for students who are a part of the adult b'nai mitzvah cohort. -
Sunday ,
JunJune 2 , 2024Support Group for Those Whose Lives Have Been Touched by Mental Health Issues
Sunday, Jun 2nd 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
-
Sunday ,
JunJune 2 , 2024Annual Meeting
Sunday, Jun 2nd 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
All Temple Beth El members are invited to a reception with light appetizers on the terrace and then a brief business meeting in the sanctuary, also available on YouTube. -
Thursday ,
JunJune 6 , 2024House Committee Meeting
Thursday, Jun 6th 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
-
Thursday ,
JunJune 6 , 2024Social Action Committee Meeting
Thursday, Jun 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. -
Sunday ,
JunJune 9 , 2024Conversion Student Meetup
Sunday, Jun 9th 10:00 am to 11:00 am
For anyone on the path to conversion to connect and support one another through the process. -
Sunday ,
JunJune 9 , 2024Adult B'nai Mitzvah Hebrew Class
Sunday, Jun 9th 10:30 am to 11:30 am
This is an introductory Hebrew class for students who are a part of the adult b'nai mitzvah cohort. -
Tuesday ,
JunJune 11 , 2024Office Closes at 2:00 pm for Erev Shavuot
Tuesday, Jun 11th 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
-
Wednesday ,
JunJune 12 , 2024Office Closed for Shavuot
Wednesday, Jun 12th (All day)
-
Thursday ,
JunJune 13 , 2024Jewish Social Services Memory Cafe
Thursday, Jun 13th 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
The Jewish Social Services Memory Cafe supports people experiencing memory issues, dementia, or Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers within the Jewish community and beyond.
TBE BLOG
Introducing Temple Beth El’s Code of Ethical Conduct
Thursday, Feb 8 3:32pmTemple Beth El strives to be an