Mental Health Professionals Breakfast Study Group Featured March 18 at 8:15 am Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States 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 ... $5
Lunch and a Program: Misconceptions in Nutrition Advice Featured March 19 at 12:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Senior Caucus for lunch and a program on Misconceptions in Nutrition Advice, Thursday, March 19 at 12:30 pm. Former Chief Scientific and Medical Officer at the American Diabetes Association and nutrition researcher, Dr. Richard Kahn, will present an overview of nutrition research and why the results have limitations. He will also discuss common mis-information ... $10
Zhava Challah Bake Featured March 19 at 7:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Zhava* Kickoff – Come bake with us! Join Zhava for a challah bake with Walla Challah on Thursday, March 19, 7:00 pm. Whether you’re a seasoned challah baker or a novice, there’s always something new to discover! Learn a new challah recipe, mix and mingle with Zhava women over drinks and snacks, and take home ... $15
Beth El Youth Chocolate Seder March 22 at 12:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Last year's youth chocolate seder was a HUGE success - So we're doing it again! We will use the time to practice some brachot and the four questions, so when the spotlight is on them in a few days, they'll have had a chance to do it with friends before. The biggest catch is that ... $15
Volunteering at Manna Food Center Featured March 23 at 7:00 pm Manna Food Center 9311 Gaither Rd, Gaithersburg, MD, United States Beth El volunteers will pack boxes of non-perishable food at the Manna warehouse in Gaithersburg for distribution to the needy in Montgomery County. We are in need of up to 12 volunteers age 11+.In addition to serving the greater community, one of the goals is to give all Beth El parents a way to participate ...
Women of Beth El Yoga March 29 at 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Take a break from your Pesach prep, unload some of your chametz, and join Women of Beth El for a relaxing, slow flow yoga class on Sunday, March 29 at 11:00 am. Class will be held at Beth El in the Zahler Social Hall. Please bring a mat and any props you like to use ... $5
INOVA Blood Drive for Good Deeds Day Featured April 5 at 8:00 am - 12:30 pm Good Deeds Day Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Did you know that every unit of blood donated can save or extend the lives of at least three people? Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. About 62% of the U.S. Population is eligible to donate, but only 3% do. Join us in the Zahler Social Hall on Sunday, April 5, ...
Good Deeds Day Featured April 12 Good Deeds Day Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Good Deeds Day is Sunday, April 12. There are several different ways to get involved in tikkun olam at Beth El. Please join us for any or all of these projects and help make a difference in our community! *Some projects take place before or after April 12, so please check the dates. INOVA Blood ...
Good Deed Day Crafters Circle Featured April 12 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Good Deeds Day Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Beth El Crafters to start a red scarf for young adults exiting foster care. Knitters and Crocheters of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring your knitting needles or crochet hook and red yarn (any hue). Limited yarn will be available. Completed scarves will be collected through the end of September.
Snack Packs for Bethesda Help Featured April 12 at 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Good Deeds Day Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Women of Beth El will be packing treats for Bethesda Help for Good Deeds Day. Volunteers of all ages needed to help package up the treats. Free and open to the community. Families welcome! Please RSVP using the form below.
Volunteering at Manna Food Center Featured April 13 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Good Deeds Day Manna Food Center 9311 Gaither Rd, Gaithersburg, MD, United States Beth El volunteers will pack boxes of non-perishable food at the Manna warehouse in Gaithersburg for distribution to the needy in Montgomery County. We are in need of up to 12 volunteers age 11+.In addition to serving the greater community, one of the goals is to give all Beth El parents a way to participate ...
Zimriyah: Celebrating Israel’s 78th Independence Day Featured April 19 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us for Zimriyah 2.0, a joyful musical celebration of Israel’s 78th Independence Day and a continuation of a new Beth El tradition. Following last year’s successful inaugural Zimriyah, K–5th–grade students will perform beloved Israeli songs in a festive, community-wide celebration led by our Israeli shaliach, Yoel Gleizer. Free and open to the community; RSVP ...
Jews & Brews Featured April 23 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Jews & Brews Join Rabbi Harris around the fire pit at his home for some schmoozing and casual Jewish learning. Jews & Brews is sponsored by Men’s Club, but all Beth El members are welcome to attend. Please RSVP using the form below.
Dor L’Dor Featured April 30 at 11:45 am - 1:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Adults and kids will enjoy lunch, have a chance to talk and share, then join together for fun table activities, such as bingo, coloring, and other games, planned by the BEPS staff.