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SUMMARY:Women of Beth El: Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel
DESCRIPTION:Join Women of Beth El for a special three-session edition of Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel at Congregation Beth El. Enjoy coffee\, conversation\, practical Hebrew\, Israeli culture\, and community in a relaxed café-style setting. Sessions take place on May 28\, June 11\, and June 25 from 7:00–8:30 pm. \nThis series is perfect for Women of Beth El members who want 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 please register for each date separately so that we have an accurate head count. Please use the form below to sign up for June 11. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/hebrew-0611/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Events,Israel,Learn,Shaliach,Women of Beth El
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T123000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
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SUMMARY:Women of Beth El Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for Sunday\, June 7\, at 10:00 am! Join us at Beth El as we elect our new slate of Women of Beth El Officers and Board Members. \nAfter voting\, please stay for a morning of learning\, socializing\, and fun. Rab­bi Shi­ra Stut­man\, a past Sisterhood Shabbat speaker\, the senior rab­bi at Aspen Jew­ish Con­gre­ga­tion\, and cohost of Chutz­pod! will discuss her book\, The Jew­ish Way to a Good Life: Find Hap­pi­ness\, Build Com­mu­ni­ty\, and Embrace Lovingkindness. \nIn 2021\, Rabbi Stutman found­ed Mixed Mul­ti­tudes\, an orga­ni­za­tion ded­i­cat­ed to shar­ing the beau­ty\, pow­er\, and diver­si­ty of Jew­ish life. She was named one of America’s Most Inspir­ing Rab­bis by The Jew­ish For­ward. \nBooks will be available for purchase – both in the BethEl gift shop and at the beginning of the meeting.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/wbe-annual-meeting-0607/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Engage,Women of Beth El
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
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SUMMARY:Hearing Men's Voices
DESCRIPTION:Beth El men are welcome to join us in person or via Zoom for our monthly gathering. Jonathan Simon will lead discussion of “How People and Ideas from My Career Influenced My View of the World and My Place in It. “ \nPlease RSVP using the form below. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/hmv-0604/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
CREATED:20260113T185426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T163111Z
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SUMMARY:Women of Beth El: Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel
DESCRIPTION:Join Women of Beth El for a special three-session edition of Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel at Congregation Beth El. Enjoy coffee\, conversation\, practical Hebrew\, Israeli culture\, and community in a relaxed café-style setting. Sessions take place on May 28\, June 11\, and June 25 from 7:00–8:30 pm. \nThis series is perfect for Women of Beth El members who want 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 please register for each date separately so that we have an accurate head count. Please use the form below to sign up for May 28. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/hebrew-0528/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Events,Israel,Learn,Shaliach,Women of Beth El
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T213000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
CREATED:20260406T164059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T154318Z
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SUMMARY:Montgomery County Executive Primary Election Candidates Forum
DESCRIPTION:Hear the candidates for County Executive before the Primary Election in June. Moderated by Beth El member Todd Gillman\, a journalism professor at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication and former Washington Bureau Chief for The Dallas Morning News. \nAsk questions and get answers. In person and livestreamed. Free and open to the entire community. Dessert reception following the forum. \nThe candidates slated to attend are:\nMithun Banerjee\nAndrew Friedson\nEvan Glass\nPeter James\nWill Jawando\nShelly Skolnick\nEsther Wells \nPlease RSVP using the form below to attend in person. If you would like to submit questions for the candidates before the forum\, please click here. If you cannot join us in person\, the forum will also be livestreamed here.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/moco-candidate-forum-0526/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Community Events,Featured Events,Learn,Men's Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T123000
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SUMMARY:Support After Loss
DESCRIPTION:With a special invitation to those who have had a recent loss\, we will gather for a brief teaching and discussion led by a member of the Beth El Clergy. All are welcome to join this six-session series as often as they wish. Registration for each individual session is recommended in case there are updates. Sponsored by the Clergy and the Nichum Aveilim (Comforting mourners) Committee. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/support-after-loss-0523/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Connect,Featured Events,Support After Loss
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T013000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T153131Z
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SUMMARY:Tikkun Leil Shavuot 5786
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, May 21\, at 6:30 pm for Tikkun Leil Shavuot\, a traditional night of learning. \nShavuot celebrates the Israelites receiving and accepting revelation at Mt. Sinai. This transformative experience has defined and challenged the Jewish people ever since. Tikkun Leil Shavuot is a night of study based on the idea that we should rush to participate in important events. Nothing could be more important than revelation. Thus\, we study throughout the night\, excitedly awaiting the revelation of Shavuot. You are welcome to attend one or all sessions. \nDinner registration is now closed but all are invited to join us for the Tikkun. \nTikkun Schedule\n\n6:30 pm: Greg Harris – Reclaiming Zionism with Pride\n7:00 pm: Evening Minyan\n7:30 pm: Dinner\n8:15 pm:\n– Michael Kievel – Tikkun Olam: What Is It Really?\n– Toby Schonfeld – Updated\, Unleavened\, and Unhinged: Why Pesach Prep Makes Us Panic\, Even with the New 5786 Guide\n– Donna Saady – Heraldry in Jewish History\n– Stephanie Grosser – Exodus Yoga (participants should bring yoga mats)\n9:00 pm:\n– Todd & Lake Rosenberg – Midrash and Monsters\n– Bill Dauster – Ruth\, Like a Patriarch\n– Gideon Amir – Levirat Marriage\, Then and Now\n9:45 pm:\n– Shawn Grosser – Jewish Humor\n– Matthew Slater – So Now Write Down This Song and Teach it to the Israelites\n– Jeff Diamant – U.S. Public Opinion on Israel and Netanyahu\n10:15 pm: Cheesecake Break\n10:45 pm: Hazzan Asa Fradkin – Six Kinds of Trope\n11:15 pm: David Farber – The Kitchen Table as Religious Center\n11:45 pm: Rabbi David Abramson – On Students and Teachers\n12:15 am: Donna Vogel – What’s Love Got to Do With It?\n12:45 am: David Margulies – Act vs. Intent: Can He Keep the Fish?\n\nFor those who cannot make it in person\, two Zoom sessions will be offered by the clergy. If you cannot make it in person but wish to attend via Zoom\, please click here to sign up to receive the Zoom information. \nZoom Sessions\n\n8:15 pm: Rabbi Greg Harris – Reclaiming Zionism with Pride\n9:00 pm: Hazzan Asa Fradkin – Six Kinds of Trope\n\nIf you are attending in person\, please use the form below to register for dinner.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/shavuot-5786/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Food & Drink,Learn,Shavuot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T152739Z
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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 “The Wisdom of Jewish Grief Rituals.” There is a $5 registration fee to defray the cost of breakfast. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/mhp-breakfast-0521/
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:20260519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
CREATED:20260429T203149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T203204Z
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SUMMARY:Shiva Leader Training Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us to continue learning how to lead a shiva minyan in someone’s home. Beth El members often take on this leadership role to assist in the mitzvah of nachum avelim\, comforting the mourner. Come join Rabbi Harris and Hazzan Fradkin if you would like to learn the skills and sensitivities needed to provide this comforting and important mitzvah to Beth El families. Attendance at Part 1 is not required for participation this session. \nPlease use the form below to register. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/shiva-training-0519/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Age and Stage,Featured Events,Learn,Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
CREATED:20260406T164508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T164608Z
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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 Yoel Gleizer\, our Beth El shaliach\, leads a discussion on “Bridging Israeli and American Cultures.”\n \nPlease RSVP using the form below. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/hmv-0507/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Connect,Featured Events,Israel,Men's Club,Online Events and Activities,Shaliach
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ORGANIZER;CN="Men's Club":MAILTO:rjspector@rcn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T155956Z
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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\, May 3\, at 7:00 pm via Zoom. We will complete our discussion of 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-0503/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Affinity Groups,Israel,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T113000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
CREATED:20260311T210608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T222131Z
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SUMMARY:Daniel Mann Literary Luminaries Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the annual Daniel Mann Literary Luminaries Lecture featuring guest speaker Emily Tamkin\, author of Bad Jews: A History of American Jewish Politics and Identities\, and The Influence of Soros: Politics\, Power\, and the Struggle for an Open Society. Tamkin is a journalist by trade\, and she writes and reports mostly on Jewish identities and politics\, U.S. foreign policy\, and illiberalism. \nThe Literary Luminaries Lecture series was conceived by the late Daniel Mann z”l\, a Jewish community professional and Library Committee member. He organized the first several presentations\, including our inaugural lecture in 2009\, featuring Dr. Peggy Pearlstein\, then-head of the Hebraic Section at the Library of Congress. After Daniel’s death in 2014\, the series was renamed in his memory.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/lecture-0503/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Events,Learn,Library,Men's Club,Women of Beth El
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
CREATED:20260415T190737Z
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SUMMARY:Netivot Parent Information Session
DESCRIPTION:We are excited about Netivot\, our new program for teens\, debuting next year for everyone in 7th-12th grades. Join us for a parent information session on Tuesday\, April 28\, at 8:15 pm to learn more about this exciting new opportunity for Jewish learning\, connection\, and leadership for teens. We’ll share what Netivot will look like\, what makes it unique\, and how it will fit into your teen’s busy schedule. Come hear the vision\, ask questions\, and find out if Netivot is the right path for your family. \nQuestions? Email Elisha Frumkin at efrumkin@bethelmc.org.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/netivot-0428/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Learn,Religious School
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth El Religious School":MAILTO:abrown@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T141500
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
CREATED:20260219T201744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T181857Z
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SUMMARY:Economic and Demographic Developments in Israel
DESCRIPTION:Professor Avi Weiss\, President of the Taub Center in Israel\, will discuss economic and demographic developments in Israel\, drawing on the findings of the Center’s 2025 “State of the Nation” report. Professor Weiss will specifically address the impact of the current Iran war.  \nThank you to those donors who have made meaningful contributions to Beth El’s Israel Program Fund\, which supports this online event. \nThis Zoom event is free of charge. Please RSVP using the form below.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/israel-developments-0426/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Events,Israel,Learn
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
CREATED:20260116T173937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T222134Z
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SUMMARY:Book Chat: The Director by Daniel Kehlmann
DESCRIPTION:Our across-the-street neighbors\, the Bethesda United Methodist Church (BUMC) book club\, will join us at Beth El for an in-person book discussion of Daniel Kehlmann’s The Director. This novel\, based on the life of pioneering 20th century Austrian film director\, G.W. Pabst\, has earned rave reviews for its powerful\, darkly comic World War II story of art\, ego\, and bad choices. The Director raises provocative questions about the moral responsibility of artists and ordinary citizens in times of political crisis. \nThis program is sponsored by the Library Committee\, Women of Beth El\, and Men’s Club. \nQuestions? Please contact Robin Jacobson at librarian@adasisrael.org.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/book-chat-0423/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Events,Learn,Library,Men's Club,Women of Beth El
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
CREATED:20260226T174415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T222135Z
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SUMMARY:Shiva Leader Training
DESCRIPTION:This session is for those interested in learning to lead a shiva minyan in someone’s home. Beth El members often take on this leadership role to assist in the mitzvah of nachum avelim\, comforting the mourner. Come join Rabbi Harris and Hazzan Fradkin if you would like to learn the skills and sensitivities needed to provide this comforting and important mitzvah to Beth El families. \nPlease use the form below to register by April 17.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/shiva-training-0421/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Age and Stage,Featured Events,Learn,Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
CREATED:20260226T213812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T143750Z
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SUMMARY:Hearing Men's Voices
DESCRIPTION:Beth El men are welcome to join us in person or via Zoom for our monthly gathering. Paul Horn will lead a discussion on “My Pet Peeves and How I Cope with Them.” \nPlease RSVP using the form below. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/hmv-0416/
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:20260415T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
CREATED:20260311T163012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T184227Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee with the Clergy
DESCRIPTION:Senior Caucus Coffee with the Clergy on Wednesday\, April 15\, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. This every-other-month gathering is an informal time to catch up with fellow congregants\, hear updates about what is happening at Beth El and in the news\, enjoy light refreshments\, and do some Jewish learning together. Rabbi Harris will lead a discussion on “Reflecting on the Omer: Each Day Counts.” We hope that you can join us in person\, but if you cannot\, a Zoom option is also available. \nPlease use the form below to register by noon on Tuesday\, April 14. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/coffee-0415/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Chai Society 60+,Connect,Featured Events,Food & Drink,Hanukkah,Online Events and Activities,Senior Caucus
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T200000
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SUMMARY:Yom HaShoah Film Screening & Discussion: Papillon
DESCRIPTION:Papillon (The Butterfly) was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Short. It depicts the life of Jewish French swimmer Alfred Nakache\, who competed in the 1936 Berlin Olympics in Nazi Germany. The film beautifully and evocatively depicts Nakache’s experiences. We will screen and discuss the film leading into the evening service at 8:00 pm.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/papillon-0413/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Community Events,Featured Events,Film,Israel,Learn,Online Events and Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T123000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T222140Z
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SUMMARY:Support After Loss
DESCRIPTION:With a special invitation to those who have had a recent loss\, we will gather for a brief teaching and discussion led by a member of the Beth El Clergy. All are welcome to join this six-session series as often as they wish. Registration for each individual session is recommended in case there are updates. Sponsored by the Clergy and the Nichum Aveilim (Comforting mourners) Committee. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/support-after-loss-0404/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Connect,Featured Events,Support After Loss
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T093022
CREATED:20260311T205422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T205422Z
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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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