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SUMMARY:Women of Beth El and Men's Club Hike
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Women of Beth El and the Men’s Club for our annual hike in Rock Creek Park on Sunday\, August 2\, at 9:30 am. Park at the Rock Creek Nature Center (5200 Glover Road NW\, Washington\, D.C.). We will meet there and then walk across the street towards the horse barn and pick up the trail. We will doing the Boulder Bridge hike. It is an approximately four-mile loop trail\, but there is an opportunity to turn around earlier to shorten. After the hike\, we will have light refreshments outside the Nature Center. This event is free but registration is required so we can track who is attending and provide weather or other updates.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/hike-0802/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd. NW\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engage,Featured Events,Men's Club,Summer at Beth El,Women of Beth El
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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SUMMARY:Beth El Kids Popsicle Social
DESCRIPTION:Join Elisha and Allison for a sweet treat this summer! Each month we’ll meet up for popsicles and a playground. Location will be shared after registration. Our rain location will be at Beth El. \nQuestions? Contact Allison Brown at abrown@bethelmc.org. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/popsicle-0803/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Beth El Youth,Connect,Featured Events,Food & Drink,Summer Family Fun,Summer at Beth El
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth El Youth":MAILTO:abrown@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000
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SUMMARY:Let's Do Lunch! with Women of Beth El
DESCRIPTION:Take a break for lunch with the Women of Beth El! We’re meeting up at Chop’t in Wildwood Shopping Center (10307 Old Georgetown Road) on Friday\, August 7\, at noon  for lunch and schmoozing. \nPlease RSVP so we know to save a seat for you. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/lunch-0807/
LOCATION:Chopt\, 10307 Old Georgetown Road\, Bethesda\, United States
CATEGORIES:Connect,Featured Events,Food & Drink,Summer at Beth El,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:20260808T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T133000
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CREATED:20260616T200334Z
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SUMMARY:Yah Echsof Elul Meditations
DESCRIPTION:Join Hazzan Fradkin and Alisa Silverman for High Holidays preparation through mindfulness. We will use meditation\, chant\, and study to delve into our spiritual tradition and explore Elul themes focused on renewal and humility. \nPlease RSVP using the form below. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/yah-echsof-0808/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affinity Groups,Elul,Featured Events,Learn,Mindfulness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T200000
DTSTAMP:20260715T172735Z
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SUMMARY:Pups in the Parking Lot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of our favorite summer gatherings\, Pups in the Parking Lot Shabbat. This is a laid-back\, relaxed outdoor Shabbat experience – casual attire encouraged. Stay for the oneg after the service to connect with familiar faces\, make new friends\, and pet some dogs! \nAll well-behaved dogs on leashes are invited to join their humans. Don’t have a dog? No problem! All dog-loving friends and family are welcome. \nPlease RSVP using the form below in case of weather updates. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/pups-shabbat-0814/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Elul,Featured Events,Pray,Services,Shabbat,Summer at Beth El
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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SUMMARY:Schmooze\, Schmear\, 'n Shop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Women of Beth El and Zhava for coffee\, a nosh\, and conversation in the Gift Shop and get a first look at the Rosh Hashanah merchandise we’ve brought in this year! From honey to hand towels\, we’ve got everything you need to set you up for a sweet New Year. \nPlease register using the form below.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/schmooze-0821/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Connect,Elul,Featured Events,High Holidays,Women of Beth El,Zhava
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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SUMMARY:Yah Echsof Elul Meditations
DESCRIPTION:Join Hazzan Fradkin and Alisa Silverman for High Holidays preparation through mindfulness. We will use meditation\, chant\, and study to delve into our spiritual tradition and explore Elul themes focused on renewal and humility. \nPlease RSVP using the form below. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/yah-echsof-0822/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affinity Groups,Elul,Featured Events,Learn,Mindfulness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T080000
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SUMMARY:Summer Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Beth El’s blood drive and help make a lifesaving difference in our community. This will be the last opportunity to donate blood at Beth El before the High Holidays. \nDuring the summer\, blood donations decline as many people travel and vacation\, while the need for blood remains high due to an increase in accidents and traumatic injuries. Your donation can help ensure that hospitals have the blood supply they need when it matters most. \nOur goal is to collect 50 units of blood\, which could help save or improve the lives of up to 150 people. \nWhether you’re a regular donor or considering giving blood for the first time\, we hope you’ll join us in this important mitzvah. \nClick here to reserve your time slot. \nFor assistance\, contact Jon Simon at jonathan747@gmail.com or Jack Ventura jack.ventura@verizon.net\, or call 240-997-3356. We also need non-donor volunteers to assist with the drive! Please contact Jack or Jon if you would like to help.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/blood-drive-0823/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Elul,Engage,Featured Events,Tikkun Olam
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T123000
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SUMMARY:Shofar Blowing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on Shofar Blowing Workshop 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 guidance on how to blow the shofar. Open to all ages and skill levels\, no prior experience needed. Come learn the technique\, meaning\, and spiritual significance behind every sound. Please bring your own shofar. \nPlease use the form below to register. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/shofar-workshop-0823/
LOCATION:Greenwich Neighborhood Park\, 8400 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20817\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Age and Stage,Elul,Featured Events,Learn
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T183000
DTSTAMP:20260824T185625Z
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SUMMARY:Back-to-Shul BBQ
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for our annual Back to Shul BBQ! Join us on Friday\, August 28\, at 5:00 pm to welcome everyone back from the summer. There will be opportunities to reconnect with friends\, eat some yummy food\, see how you can get involved at Beth El this year\, and hang out and play. Stay after the BBQ to help us greet Shabbat together as a community. \nThe Gift Shop will be open during the BBQ for all of your shopping needs. Stop by to browse our beautiful selection of Rosh Hashanah merchandise\, perfect for your home or as thoughtful gifts for family and friends. \nCost: $16 per person\, $10 per child (4-11 years old)\, $55 max per family. This event is free if you are a new member to Beth El who joined on or after June 1\, 2026. Registration is required by noon on August 26. \nPlease register using the form below.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/bbq-0828/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:75th Anniversary,Community Events,Connect,Elul,Featured Events,Food & Drink,Shabbat,Summer at Beth El
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T203000
DTSTAMP:20260803T195121Z
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SUMMARY:Chug Kriah
DESCRIPTION:Chug Kriah meets regularly to read and discuss modern Israeli literature in Hebrew. Our first meeting of the year will be on August 30 at 7:00 PM on Zoom. Our first book of the year is Natan v’Amos by Assaf Inbari. For more information including the Zoom link\, please contact Bill Kanter at kanterdsw@aol.com.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/chug-kriah-0830/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Affinity Groups,Featured Events,Israel,Learn,Online Events and Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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