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SUMMARY:Cafe Ivrit: Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel
DESCRIPTION:Coffee & Hebrew at Beth El\, led by our Israeli Shaliach\, Yoel Gleizer\, is a relaxed\, welcoming space to practice conversational Hebrew while enjoying great coffee and good company. Each session blends everyday Hebrew\, Israeli culture\, music\, humor\, and real-life conversation\, with a strong emphasis on connection and community. \nThis series is perfect for anyone who wants to: \n\nFeel more confident speaking Hebrew\nLearn useful\, real-world Hebrew phrases\nConnect to Israeli culture through coffee\, stories\, and music\nPractice Hebrew in a fun\, social\, and supportive environment\nPractice Hebrew at your pace\nEnjoy coffee and conversation\nFind community at Beth El\n\nNo prior Hebrew knowledge required; all levels welcome! This is a drop-in class\, which means you can attend as few or as many sessions as you like\, but you must register for each date separately. Please use the form below to sign up for March 4 \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/hebrew-0304/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Events,Israel,Learn,Shaliach
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SUMMARY:Hearing Men's Voices
DESCRIPTION:Beth El men are invited to join us in person at Beth El or via Zoom as Rabbi Harris leads a discussion of “What does it mean to be Jewish in America 2026?”\n \nPlease RSVP using the form below. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/hmv-0305/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Connect,Featured Events,Men's Club,Online Events and Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Men's Club":MAILTO:rjspector@rcn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T140000
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SUMMARY:Chug Kriah Hebrew Literature Group
DESCRIPTION:Chug Kriah meets regularly to read and discuss modern Israeli literature in Hebrew. Our next meeting will be on March 8 at 2:00 pm via Zoom. We will complete our reading of Al Tesaper L’achicha (“Don’t Tell Your Brother”) by Meir Shalev. For more information including the Zoom link\, please contact Bill Kanter at kanterdsw@aol.com.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/chug-kriah-0308/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Affinity Groups,Israel,Learn
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T084130
CREATED:20260219T202256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T232651Z
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SUMMARY:How to Prepare for High School
DESCRIPTION:Jared Friedland\, Founder of the Bethesda-based test prep and college admissions firm The Playbook\, and Steve Feldman\, Founder of the tutoring\, test prep\, and admissions firm Private Prep\, will be co-leading a special interactive workshop for 7th- and 8th-graders of Beth El. \nAmong other topics\, Jared and Steve will explain how: \n\nStudents can use high school to deepen existing interests – and discover new passions.\nStudents can succeed academically without becoming overwhelmed by the anxiety and stress that all too often accompany the transition to high school.\nStudents can avoid the pitfalls of high school\, including academic overload and unhealthy social media use.\n\nThere is no cost for this special opportunity. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/high-school-0310/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Age and Stage,Featured Events,Learn,Religious School
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth El Religious School":MAILTO:abrown@bethelmc.org
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SUMMARY:Getting Ready for College Admissions
DESCRIPTION:Many of you have high school students who will be applying to college within the next few years. College admissions has changed so dramatically since all of us applied to school (way back in the 20th century). Today’s students face an ever-expanding list of decisions: \nShould they take the SAT or ACT? \nSubmit their scores to test-optional colleges? \nApply Early Decision or Early Action? \nFocus on grades\, extracurriculars\, summer internships\, or all of the above? \n(Phew!) \nThankfully\, there are two members of our congregation who are experts in helping teenagers and their families successfully navigate the college admissions process without becoming overwhelmed or stressed. \nJared Friedland\, Founder of the Bethesda-based test prep and college admissions firm The Playbook\, and Steve Feldman\, Founder of the tutoring\, test prep\, and admissions firm Private Prep\, will be co-leading a special interactive workshop for 9th- and 10th-graders of Beth El. \nAt a later date there will be a special Zoom presentation for Beth El parents. \nAmong other topics\, Jared and Steve will explain how students can: \n\nDiscover colleges where they will thrive academically\, socially\, and culturally.\nMaximize their chances of admission\, even to highly-selective universities and programs.\nUse extracurriculars\, summer programs\, and volunteer activities to demonstrate sought-after qualities like compassion\, leadership\, and ingenuity.\n\nThere is no cost for this special opportunity. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/college-admissions-0310/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Age and Stage,Featured Events,Learn,Religious School
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SUMMARY:Cafe Ivrit: Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel
DESCRIPTION:Coffee & Hebrew at Beth El\, led by our Israeli Shaliach\, Yoel Gleizer\, is a relaxed\, welcoming space to practice conversational Hebrew while enjoying great coffee and good company. Each session blends everyday Hebrew\, Israeli culture\, music\, humor\, and real-life conversation\, with a strong emphasis on connection and community. \nThis series is perfect for anyone who wants to: \n\nFeel more confident speaking Hebrew\nLearn useful\, real-world Hebrew phrases\nConnect to Israeli culture through coffee\, stories\, and music\nPractice Hebrew in a fun\, social\, and supportive environment\nPractice Hebrew at your pace\nEnjoy coffee and conversation\nFind community at Beth El\n\nNo prior Hebrew knowledge required; all levels welcome! This is a drop-in class\, which means you can attend as few or as many sessions as you like\, but you must register for each date separately. Please use the form below to sign up for March 11. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/hebrew-0311/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Events,Israel,Learn,Shaliach
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SUMMARY:The Road Ahead: Preparing for High School
DESCRIPTION:Big transitions can feel overwhelming – for kids and for parents. Ready for the Next Step is a two-part workshop series designed to give families clarity and confidence during these pivotal years. \nIn Session 1\, we’ll explore how to prepare middle schoolers for high school success\, with practical advice\, big-picture perspective\, and space for real conversation. \nThese workshops will be led by two of Congregation Beth El’s congregants who run professional test preparation and college planning companies\, bringing both expertise and a deep understanding of our community. Join us for practical tools\, big-picture perspective\, and meaningful conversation as we support our children through what’s next. \nPlease use the form below to sign up for the 6:00 pm session. (Note: There is a session available at 7:00 pm for parents of 9th & 10th graders).
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/road-ahead-0315a/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Age and Stage,Family Education,Learn,Online Events and Activities,Religious School
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth El Religious School":MAILTO:abrown@bethelmc.org
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SUMMARY:The Road Ahead: Preparing for College
DESCRIPTION:Big transitions can feel overwhelming – for kids and for parents. Ready for the Next Step is a two-part workshop series designed to give families clarity and confidence during these pivotal years. \nIn Session 2\, we’ll discuss how to thoughtfully guide high school students toward college and independence: with practical advice\, big-picture perspective\, and space for real conversation. \nThese workshops will be led by two of Congregation Beth El’s congregants who run professional test preparation and college planning companies\, bringing both expertise and a deep understanding of our community. Join us for practical tools\, big-picture perspective\, and meaningful conversation as we support our children through what’s next. \nPlease use the form below to sign up for the 7:00 pm session. There is also a session available at 6:00 pm for parents of 7th & 8th graders. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/road-ahead-0315b/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Age and Stage,Family Education,Learn,Online Events and Activities,Religious School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T081500
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Professionals Breakfast Study Group
DESCRIPTION:We invite Beth El Mental Health Professionals\, both working and retired\, to join us in person at Beth El for our Mental Health Professionals Study Group. Come for breakfast and a stimulating discussion of clinical issues viewed through a Jewish lens. Dr. Carol Miller will facilitate “What’s So Great About Forgiveness?” with Hazzan Fradkin on Wednesday\, March 18\, 8:15-9:30am. There is a $5 registration fee to defray the cost of breakfast. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/mhp-breakfast-0318/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Affinity Groups,Engage,Featured Events,Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T190000
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SUMMARY:Chug Kriah
DESCRIPTION:Chug Kriah meets regularly to read and discuss modern Israeli literature in Hebrew. Our next meeting will be on Sunday\, March 22\, at 7:00 pm via Zoom. We will begin discussing Yonim b’Trafalgar (Pigeons at Trafalgar Square) by Sami Michael. For more information including the Zoom link\, please contact Bill Kanter at kanterdsw@aol.com.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/chug-kriah-0322/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Affinity Groups,Israel,Learn
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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