Featured August 16 at 12:30 pm Summer Meditation in the Park Greenwich Neighborhood Park 8400 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Unplug from the noise of the week and reconnect with yourself, with community, and with the spirit of Shabbat. Join Hazzan Fradkin for a soulful Shabbat afternoon experience in nature. Through texts from Mussar (Jewish ethics), mindful walking, chant, and guided meditation, we’ll explore teachings that invite reflection, presence, and deep relaxation. No prior experience necessary, ...
Featured August 23 at 9:00 am Shabbat Morning Meditation Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Begin your Shabbat with intention, stillness, and spiritual grounding. Join Hazzan Fradkin for a 30-minute meditative experience that weaves together guided meditation, sacred chant, and themes of gratitude, presence, and renewal. Whether you’re a regular meditator or trying it for the first time, this peaceful practice is a beautiful way to enter the rhythm of ...
Featured September 1 at 8:00 am Montgomery County Interfaith 5k Come join your Beth El friends as we run, walk, or crawl the MoCo Interfaith 5k to show our support for our interfaith neighbors and increase tolerance throughout the county. ...
Featured September 14 at 1:00 pm Shofar Blowing Workshop Greenwich Neighborhood Park 8400 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us for a hands-on Shofar Blowing Class where tradition comes to life! Whether you're preparing for the High Holidays or simply want to explore this powerful mitzvah, this class offers step-by-step ...
Featured September 25 at 7:00 pm Volunteering at Manna Food Center 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 limited to 12 volunteers age ...
Featured September 28 at 10:00 am Forgiveness, Reflection, and Songs with Shaliach Yoel Gleizer Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us for a meaningful gathering that bridges spirituality, Israeli culture, and personal reflection led by shaliach Yoel Gleizer as we prepare for the High Holidays. Our program will include: ...
Featured October 5 at 2:00 pm “A Letter to David” Documentary Screening and Discussion Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Congregation Beth El for a ceremony to mark the second anniversary of October 7th and a screening of the documentary A Letter to David. Filmmaker Tom Shoval crafts a cinematic letter to David Cunio, held in Gaza since his abduction from Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7, 2023. A decade after David and his twin brother Eitan ...
Featured October 23 at 7:00 pm Volunteering at Manna Food Center 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 limited 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 with their children ...
Featured October 26 at 2:30 pm Film Screening & Celebrating 10 Years of Support and Community Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us at Congregation Beth El as we close out Mitzvah Day with a program honoring the 10th anniversary of I Support the Girls and the deep connection between the organization and our synagogue community. We are honored to welcome Dana Marlowe, founder and executive director of I Support the Girls and a nationally recognized ... $36
Featured November 5 at 7:00 pm Volunteering at Manna Food Center – Emergency Assistance for Furloughed Workers Manna Food Center 9311 Gaither Rd, Gaithersburg, MD, United States Manna is ramping up food distribution to provide emergency assistance to furloughed federal works and federal contractors affected by the Government shutdown. 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 seeking 8-12 volunteers age 11+ to help.In addition ...
Featured November 6 at 7:00 pm Open Conversations About Israel with Rabbi Harris Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join fellow Beth El members in a safe, open, and nuanced conversation surrounding Israel. This ongoing space allows people to share their love, struggles, and connections with Israel. RSVPs encouraged using the form below.