January 24, 2020
27 Tevet 5780
Worship Schedule
All Events
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 24 , 2020Shabbat 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 ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2020Torah 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 ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2020Caitlyn Bisgrove Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Jan 25th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 31 , 2020Reproductive Health & Rights Shabbat Led by TBE Sisterhood
Friday, Jan 31st 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 1 , 2020Torah 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 ,
FebFebruary 1 , 2020Dinah Berkson Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Feb 1st 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
FebFebruary 7 , 2020Shabbalala
Friday, Feb 7th 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 8 , 2020Torah 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 ,
FebFebruary 8 , 2020The Accidental Minyan
Saturday, Feb 8th 10:30 am to 11:45 am
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 ,
FebFebruary 8 , 2020Sadie Straus Bat Mitzvah - Offsite
Saturday, Feb 8th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
FebFebruary 14 , 2020Shabbat Worship Service
Friday, Feb 14th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 15 , 2020Torah 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 ,
FebFebruary 15 , 2020Kathryn Greenberg Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Feb 15th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
FebFebruary 21 , 2020Shabbat 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 ,
FebFebruary 22 , 2020Torah 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 ,
FebFebruary 22 , 2020Noah Griffin Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Feb 22nd 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
FebFebruary 28 , 2020Shabbat Schmooze and Shabbat Honoring Our New Members Reception
Friday, Feb 28th 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 29 , 2020Torah 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 ,
FebFebruary 29 , 2020Arlo Rice Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Feb 29th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
MarMarch 6 , 2020Shabbalala
Friday, Mar 6th 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm
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Saturday ,
MarMarch 7 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, Mar 7th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Saturday ,
MarMarch 7 , 2020Sam Wallach's Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Mar 7th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
MarMarch 13 , 2020Shabbat Worship Service
Friday, Mar 13th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday ,
MarMarch 14 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, Mar 14th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Saturday ,
MarMarch 14 , 2020The Accidental Minyan
Saturday, Mar 14th 10:30 am to 11:45 am
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 ,
MarMarch 20 , 2020Shabbat Midor Lador
Friday, Mar 20th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday ,
MarMarch 21 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, Mar 21st 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Friday ,
MarMarch 27 , 2020Shabbat Schmooze and National Refugee Shabbat
Friday, Mar 27th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Join Jewish congregations across the country as we recognize National Refugee Shabbat, hear one recent refugee's story, and honor the many TBE volunteers who have welcomed our new neighbors. -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 28 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, Mar 28th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Friday ,
AprApril 3 , 2020Shabbalala
Friday, Apr 3rd 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm
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Saturday ,
AprApril 4 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, Apr 4th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Saturday ,
AprApril 4 , 2020Leo Becker Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Apr 4th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Thursday ,
AprApril 9 , 20202nd Night Passover Seder
Thursday, Apr 9th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Friday ,
AprApril 10 , 2020Shabbat Worship Service
Friday, Apr 10th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday ,
AprApril 11 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, Apr 11th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Saturday ,
AprApril 11 , 20206th Grade Service and Kiddush Lunch
Saturday, Apr 11th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Tuesday ,
AprApril 14 , 2020Yizkor
Tuesday, Apr 14th 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
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Friday ,
AprApril 17 , 2020Shabbat 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 ,
AprApril 18 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, Apr 18th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Saturday ,
AprApril 18 , 2020The Accidental Minyan
Saturday, Apr 18th 10:30 am to 11:45 am
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 ,
AprApril 18 , 2020Asher Boorstein Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Apr 18th 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
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Monday ,
AprApril 20 , 2020Community Yom Hashoah Service
Monday, Apr 20th 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
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Friday ,
AprApril 24 , 2020Shabbat 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 ,
AprApril 25 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, Apr 25th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Saturday ,
AprApril 25 , 2020Brian Lang Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Apr 25th 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
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Friday ,
MayMay 1 , 2020Shabbalala
Friday, May 1st 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm
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Saturday ,
MayMay 2 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, May 2nd 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Saturday ,
MayMay 2 , 2020Emma Skloot Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, May 2nd 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
MayMay 8 , 2020Shabbat Worship Service
Friday, May 8th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Friday ,
MayMay 8 , 20208th grade Shabbat
Friday, May 8th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday ,
MayMay 9 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, May 9th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Saturday ,
MayMay 9 , 2020Kate Mezrich Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, May 9th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
MayMay 15 , 2020Shabbat 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 ,
MayMay 16 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, May 16th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Friday ,
MayMay 22 , 2020Shabbat 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 ,
MayMay 23 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, May 23rd 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Saturday ,
MayMay 23 , 2020The Accidental Minyan
Saturday, May 23rd 10:30 am to 11:45 am
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 ,
MayMay 28 , 2020Yizkor
Thursday, May 28th 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm
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Friday ,
MayMay 29 , 2020Shabbat Service and Confirmation
Friday, May 29th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday ,
MayMay 30 , 2020Torah Study
Saturday, May 30th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Saturday ,
MayMay 30 , 2020Henry Maloney Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, May 30th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
JunJune 5 , 2020Shabbalala
Friday, Jun 5th 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm
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Saturday ,
JunJune 6 , 2020Leila Zuckerberg Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Jun 6th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
JunJune 12 , 2020Rainbow 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 ,
JunJune 13 , 2020Noah Schmick Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Jun 13th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
JunJune 19 , 2020Shabbat 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 ,
JunJune 20 , 2020Austin Family B'nai Mitzvah
Saturday, Jun 20th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
JunJune 26 , 2020Shabbat 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 ,
JunJune 27 , 2020Miles Arnold Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Jun 27th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
JulJuly 24 , 2020Shabbat 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 ,
AugAugust 14 , 2020Shabbat 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 ,
AugAugust 15 , 2020Eliana Goff Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Aug 15th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Saturday ,
AugAugust 29 , 2020Noa Lazar Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Aug 29th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Friday ,
OctOctober 9 , 2020Simchat Torah Celebration
Friday, Oct 9th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Saturday ,
OctOctober 17 , 2020Jonathan Farley Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Oct 17th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Saturday ,
OctOctober 24 , 2020Ava Greenberg Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, Oct 24th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Saturday ,
NovNovember 7 , 2020Elwood Zion Minnick-Wortzel
Saturday, Nov 7th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Saturday ,
NovNovember 21 , 2020Trey Goldberg Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Nov 21st 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Saturday ,
DecDecember 12 , 2020Simon Bergum Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Dec 12th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Saturday ,
JanJanuary 9 , 2021Jonathan Rode Bar Mitzvah
Saturday, Jan 9th 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
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All Events
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Saturday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2020MJND Goes Bowling - Offsite
Saturday, Jan 25th 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Join MJND (20s & 30s) for a night of bowling and pizza. -
Sunday ,
JanJanuary 26 , 2020Midrasha
Sunday, Jan 26th 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
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Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 28 , 2020Adult Beginning Biblical Hebrew
Tuesday, Jan 28th 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
This class series is for those interested in a beginning biblical Hebrew class. For more information, contact Linda Reivitz, lreivitz@wisc.edu. -
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 28 , 2020Religious Practices Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Jan 28th 6:45 pm to 8:00 pm
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Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 29 , 2020Porchlight Cooking Session
Wednesday, Jan 29th 3:30 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 ,
JanJanuary 29 , 2020Midrasha
Wednesday, Jan 29th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 29 , 2020Montgomery, 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 ,
JanJanuary 30 , 2020Introduction 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. -
Friday ,
JanJanuary 31 , 2020Sisterhood Shabbat Dinner
Friday, Jan 31st 6:00 pm to 7:15 pm
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 1 , 2020Young Families Winter Havdalah PJ party
Saturday, Feb 1st 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
For families with children ages 0–6. Come in your PJs to celebrate Havdalah together! -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 1 , 2020Indecent - Offsite
Saturday, Feb 1st 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Join us to see "Indecent," a Tony Award–winning piece by Pulitzer Prize winner Paula Vogel that tells the story of a Yiddish play called "God of Vengeance," its controversial 1923 Broadway debut, what led up to it, and what followed. -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 2 , 2020Midrasha
Sunday, Feb 2nd 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
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Sunday ,
FebFebruary 2 , 2020Support Group for those Whose Lives Have Been Touched by Mental Health Issues
Sunday, Feb 2nd 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
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Monday ,
FebFebruary 3 , 2020Judaism 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 -
Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 4 , 2020Adult Beginning Biblical Hebrew
Tuesday, Feb 4th 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
This class series is for those interested in a beginning biblical Hebrew class. For more information, contact Linda Reivitz, lreivitz@wisc.edu. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 5 , 2020B'nai Mitzvah Basics
Wednesday, Feb 5th 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
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Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 5 , 2020Midrasha
Wednesday, Feb 5th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 5 , 2020Choir Practice
Wednesday, Feb 5th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday ,
FebFebruary 6 , 2020Introduction 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 ,
FebFebruary 6 , 2020Social 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 ,
FebFebruary 7 , 2020MJND (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 ,
FebFebruary 9 , 2020Liesl M. Blockstein Memorial Lecture Featuring Rabbi Andrea Steinberger
Sunday, Feb 9th 9:45 am to 12:00 pm
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Sunday ,
FebFebruary 9 , 2020Midrasha
Sunday, Feb 9th 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
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Sunday ,
FebFebruary 9 , 2020Healing 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 ,
FebFebruary 10 , 2020Serving 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 ,
FebFebruary 10 , 2020Healing 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 ,
FebFebruary 11 , 2020Adult Beginning Biblical Hebrew
Tuesday, Feb 11th 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
This class series is for those interested in a beginning biblical Hebrew class. For more information, contact Linda Reivitz, lreivitz@wisc.edu. -
Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 11 , 2020Healing 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 ,
FebFebruary 11 , 2020MaTTY Board Meeting
Tuesday, Feb 11th 7:45 pm to 9:00 pm
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Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 12 , 2020Healing 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 ,
FebFebruary 12 , 2020Midrasha
Wednesday, Feb 12th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 12 , 2020Choir Practice
Wednesday, Feb 12th 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday ,
FebFebruary 13 , 2020Healing 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 ,
FebFebruary 13 , 2020Introduction 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 ,
FebFebruary 14 , 2020Healing 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 ,
FebFebruary 15 , 2020Healing 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 ,
FebFebruary 16 , 2020Midrasha
Sunday, Feb 16th 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
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Sunday ,
FebFebruary 16 , 2020Jesus 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 ,
FebFebruary 16 , 2020Cancer Support Group
Sunday, Feb 16th 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
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Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 18 , 2020Adult Beginning Biblical Hebrew
Tuesday, Feb 18th 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
This class series is for those interested in a beginning biblical Hebrew class. For more information, contact Linda Reivitz, lreivitz@wisc.edu. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 19 , 2020Midrasha
Wednesday, Feb 19th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday ,
FebFebruary 20 , 2020Talking 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 ,
FebFebruary 20 , 2020Introduction 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 ,
FebFebruary 21 , 2020Singles Creating Community Coffee - Offsite
Friday, Feb 21st 9:00 am to 10:00 am
9:00 am 3rd Friday each month -
Friday ,
FebFebruary 21 , 2020TBE Board Retreat
Friday, Feb 21st 11:30 am to 5:00 pm
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Friday ,
FebFebruary 21 , 2020Shabbat Dinner and Program Honoring 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! Be our guest at a special dinner in honor of our many loyal Temple volunteers before we welcome Shabbat together at our Friday evening services. -
Friday ,
FebFebruary 21 , 2020MJND Shabbat Salutations Yoga - offsite
Friday, Feb 21st 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Gather your friends and join us to welcome the Sabbath with a Shabbat inspired yoga flow. -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 22 , 2020MaTTY Tu Bishvat Lorax Party
Saturday, Feb 22nd 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Sunday ,
FebFebruary 23 , 2020PJ 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 ,
FebFebruary 23 , 2020Midrasha
Sunday, Feb 23rd 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
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Sunday ,
FebFebruary 23 , 2020Jesus 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 ,
FebFebruary 25 , 2020Adult Beginning Biblical Hebrew
Tuesday, Feb 25th 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
This class series is for those interested in a beginning biblical Hebrew class. For more information, contact Linda Reivitz, lreivitz@wisc.edu. -
Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 25 , 2020Singles 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 ,
FebFebruary 25 , 2020Religious Practices Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Feb 25th 6:45 pm to 8:00 pm
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Thursday ,
FebFebruary 27 , 2020Introduction 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 ,
FebFebruary 28 , 2020Junior Youth Group NFTY Kallah
Friday, Feb 28th (All day)
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Sunday ,
MarMarch 1 , 2020T’filah Talks: Studies in Prayer—Discovering and Reimagining the Sh’ma
Sunday, Mar 1st 10:00 am to 11:15 am
Study the Sh’ma, the declaration of our monotheistic faith, with Rabbi Jonathan Biatch and Cantor Jacob Niemi. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 1 , 2020Midrasha
Sunday, Mar 1st 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
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Sunday ,
MarMarch 1 , 2020Support Group for those Whose Lives Have Been Touched by Mental Health Issues
Sunday, Mar 1st 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
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Sunday ,
MarMarch 1 , 2020Jesus the Jew: A Jewish Search for the Historical Jesus
Sunday, Mar 1st 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
A four-session course on Jesus the Jew, taught by TBE member and scholar Perry Asher. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 1 , 2020Men's Club Book Group Meeting
Sunday, Mar 1st 3:00 pm to 4:45 pm
This special Men’s Club Book Group meeting, with author Andy Kutler to discuss his novel The Batter’s Box: A Novel of Baseball, War, and Love, is open to any Temple member who has read the book. -
Monday ,
MarMarch 2 , 2020Judaism 101
Monday, Mar 2nd 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 ,
MarMarch 3 , 2020Adult Beginning Biblical Hebrew
Tuesday, Mar 3rd 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
This class series is for those interested in a beginning biblical Hebrew class. For more information, contact Linda Reivitz, lreivitz@wisc.edu. -
Wednesday ,
MarMarch 4 , 2020Midrasha
Wednesday, Mar 4th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday ,
MarMarch 5 , 2020Social Action Committee Meeting
Thursday, Mar 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 ,
MarMarch 5 , 2020Introduction to Judaism Class
Thursday, Mar 5th 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 ,
MarMarch 7 , 2020TBE Haggadah Debut and Art Show
Saturday, Mar 7th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and dessert as we mark the publication of this beautiful symbol of Passover and showcase the work of our community's artists who contributed to it. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 8 , 2020Hamantaschen Pick-up
Sunday, Mar 8th 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
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Sunday ,
MarMarch 8 , 2020Midrasha
Sunday, Mar 8th 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
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Sunday ,
MarMarch 8 , 2020Jesus the Jew: A Jewish Search for the Historical Jesus
Sunday, Mar 8th 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
A four-session course on Jesus the Jew, taught by TBE member and scholar Perry Asher. -
Monday ,
MarMarch 9 , 2020Hamantaschen Pick-up
Monday, Mar 9th 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
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Monday ,
MarMarch 9 , 2020Serving Meals at the Catholic Multicultural Center - Offsite
Monday, Mar 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 ,
MarMarch 9 , 2020Community Purim Celebration
Monday, Mar 9th 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm
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Monday ,
MarMarch 9 , 2020Purim Shpiel
Monday, Mar 9th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Tuesday ,
MarMarch 10 , 2020Adult Beginning Biblical Hebrew
Tuesday, Mar 10th 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
This class series is for those interested in a beginning biblical Hebrew class. For more information, contact Linda Reivitz, lreivitz@wisc.edu. -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 10 , 2020MaTTY Board Meeting
Tuesday, Mar 10th 7:45 pm to 9:00 pm
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Wednesday ,
MarMarch 11 , 2020Midrasha
Wednesday, Mar 11th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday ,
MarMarch 12 , 2020Weekend Food Packages for Thoreau Elementary Families
Thursday, Mar 12th 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Assemble weekend food packages for children who qualify for free or reduced school lunches at Thoreau Elementary School. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 12 , 2020Introduction to Judaism Class
Thursday, Mar 12th 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 ,
MarMarch 13 , 2020Weekend Food Packages for Thoreau Elementary Families
Friday, Mar 13th 8:30 am to 10:00 am
Assemble weekend food packages for children who qualify for free or reduced school lunches at Thoreau Elementary School. -
Friday ,
MarMarch 13 , 2020MJND (20s and 30s) Shabbat Potluck Dinner - Offsite
Friday, Mar 13th 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 ,
MarMarch 15 , 2020Midrasha
Sunday, Mar 15th 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
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Sunday ,
MarMarch 15 , 2020Cancer Support Group
Sunday, Mar 15th 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
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Tuesday ,
MarMarch 17 , 2020Adult Beginning Biblical Hebrew
Tuesday, Mar 17th 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
This class series is for those interested in a beginning biblical Hebrew class. For more information, contact Linda Reivitz, lreivitz@wisc.edu. -
Wednesday ,
MarMarch 18 , 2020Weekend Food Packages for Thoreau Elementary Families
Wednesday, Mar 18th 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Assemble weekend food packages for children who qualify for free or reduced school lunches at Thoreau Elementary School. -
Wednesday ,
MarMarch 18 , 2020Midrasha
Wednesday, Mar 18th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday ,
MarMarch 19 , 2020Weekend Food Packages for Thoreau Elementary Families
Thursday, Mar 19th 8:30 am to 10:00 am
Assemble weekend food packages for children who qualify for free or reduced school lunches at Thoreau Elementary School. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 19 , 2020Talking at the Rabbi's Tisch - Offsite
Thursday, Mar 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. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 19 , 2020Introduction to Judaism Class
Thursday, Mar 19th 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 ,
MarMarch 20 , 2020Singles Creating Community Coffee - Offsite
Friday, Mar 20th 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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Saturday ,
MarMarch 21 , 2020Cantor Jacob Niemi's Installation
Saturday, Mar 21st 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Congregational potluck dinner in the Swarsensky Social Hall, followed by Havdalah and Cantor Niemi’s installation in the sanctuary at 6:00 pm and a cantorial concert featuring Cantor Niemi and friends at 7:00 pm. After the concert, we'll enjoy a celebratory dessert reception. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 22 , 2020Cafe Panim
Sunday, Mar 22nd 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Food and festivity! Come schmooze with schmears at Café Panim -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 22 , 2020PJ Library Tots and Tunes
Sunday, Mar 22nd 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 ,
MarMarch 22 , 2020Midrasha
Sunday, Mar 22nd 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
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Tuesday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2020Adult Beginning Biblical Hebrew
Tuesday, Mar 24th 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
This class series is for those interested in a beginning biblical Hebrew class. For more information, contact Linda Reivitz, lreivitz@wisc.edu. -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2020Religious Practices Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Mar 24th 6:45 pm to 8:00 pm
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Wednesday ,
MarMarch 25 , 2020Midrasha
Wednesday, Mar 25th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Wednesday ,
MarMarch 25 , 2020Singles Creating Community Dinner - Offsite
Wednesday, Mar 25th 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Please type which date you are attending in the Notes field. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 26 , 2020Weekend Food Packages for Thoreau Elementary Families
Thursday, Mar 26th 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Assemble weekend food packages for children who qualify for free or reduced school lunches at Thoreau Elementary School. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 26 , 2020Introduction to Judaism Class
Thursday, Mar 26th 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.
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