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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T123000
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SUMMARY:Yah Echsof Meditation and Exploration Group
DESCRIPTION:While classical Jewish teaching suggests “Naaseh V’Nishmah” (“first we do\, then we understand”)\, Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi\, founder of Jewish Renewal\, advocated for an alternative approach. He believed that profound connection comes from first understanding one’s inner Jewish self through study\, practice\, and meditation. \nThis monthly gathering adopts Reb Zalman’s path. We will use meditation\, chant\, and study to delve into our spiritual tradition and cultivate a deeper\, more meaningful connection to our Jewish identity. \nPlease RSVP using the form below. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/yah-echsof-0418/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affinity Groups,Featured Events,Learn,Mindfulness
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SUMMARY:BERS Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a BERS Open House on Sunday\, April 19\, 10:00-11:00 am. Learn more about our dynamic school and community\, meet our clergy\, and hear firsthand from students and parents about what they love about BERS! \nPlease RSVP using the form below. Questions? Contact Education Director Elisha Frumkin at efrumkin@bethelmc.org.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/bers-open-house/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,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:20260421T190000
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000
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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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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:20260428T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T210000
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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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