Hearing Men’s Voices Featured July 9 at 7:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Beth El men are welcome to join us in person or via Zoom for our monthly gathering. July's session will include multiple topics. To begin, Dennis Askwith will lead discussion ...
Parking Lot Shabbat Featured July 10 at 6:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us for a Shabbat outdoors in the Parking Lot with Hazzan Fradkin and friends featuring a musical service, warm atmosphere, and good weather! This is a laid-back, relaxed outdoor ...
Shacharit Training with Hazzan Fradkin July 12 at 10:15 am Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Hazzan Fradkin on Sundays during June and July to brush up on or learn how to lead the Shabbat Shacharit service. Please RSVP using the form below.
Men’s Club – Bethesda Big Train Baseball Game Featured July 12 at 7:00 pm Shirley Povich Field 10600 Westlake Drive, Bethesda, MD, United States Come out for Jewish Baseball Heritage Night on Sunday, July 12, at 7:00 pm as the Bethesda Big Train take on the Olney Cropdusters at Shirley Povich Field (10600 Westlake ... $12
Beth El Kids Popsicle Social Featured July 15 at 5:00 pm 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 ...
Songs Under the Stars Featured July 16 at 7:30 pm Join Women of Beth El for a warm and relaxing summer evening filled with music, connection, and community under the stars. Enjoy light bites, socializing, and live music in a Wolftrap-like setting at a congregant's home. Bring blankets and beach chairs! Beth El Shaliach Yoel Gleizer and Danielle Sultan will share beloved songs, beautiful melodies, ...
Senior Caucus Shabbat Dinner Featured July 17 at 5:15 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States All congregants are invited to join the Senior Caucus for Shabbat dinner at 5:15 pm. After dinner, we'll gather for services at 6:30 pm, followed by an oneg. Greet the ... $23
Shacharit Training with Hazzan Fradkin July 19 at 10:15 am Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Hazzan Fradkin on Sundays during June and July to brush up on or learn how to lead the Shabbat Shacharit service. Please RSVP using the form below.
Erev Tisha B’Av Featured July 22 at 7:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us for the commemoration of Tisha B'Av with the reading of Eicha as we mourn the destruction of the Temple and other moments of despair and loss in the ... $12
Shacharit Training with Hazzan Fradkin July 26 at 10:15 am Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Hazzan Fradkin on Sundays during June and July to brush up on or learn how to lead the Shabbat Shacharit service. Please RSVP using the form below.
Happy Hour at the Beach Featured July 28 at 4:00 pm Join Rabbi Harris and Sarah Roark for some laid back summer beach time at The Cultured Pearl in Rehoboth Beach. Beth El extends far beyond Bethesda, so come reconnect with ...
Zhava Sip and Paint Featured July 29 at 7:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Women of Beth El - Zhava to sip and paint with Julia Leventhal on Wednesday, July 29, from 6:30-9:30 pm. We will have snacks and drinks for you to ... $10
Women of Beth El and Men’s Club Hike Featured August 2 at 9:30 am Rock Creek Nature Center 5200 Glover Rd. NW, Washington, DC, United States 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 ...
Beth El Kids Popsicle Social Featured August 3 at 5:00 pm 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 ...
Let’s Do Lunch! with Women of Beth El Featured August 7 at 12:00 pm Chopt 10307 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, United States 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 ...
Pups in the Parking Lot Shabbat Featured August 14 at 6:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States 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 ...
Pre-Rosh Shop, Nosh, and Sip Featured August 18 at 6:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Too early to start thinking about Rosh Hashanah? No worries! We’ve already done the thinking for you! Join us for wine, cheese, and socializing in the Gift Shop on Tuesday, August 18, from 6:00-9:00pm, and get a first look at the Rosh Hashanah merchandise we’ve brought in just for you. From honey to handtowels, we’ve ...
Schmooze, Schmear, ‘n Shop Featured August 21 at 10:30 am Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States 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. Please register using ...
Yah Echsof Elul Meditations Featured August 22 at 12:30 pm Yah Echsof Meditation Group Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States 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 ...
Summer Blood Drive Featured August 23 at 8:00 am Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States 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 ...
Shofar Blowing Workshop Featured August 23 at 11:30 am Greenwich Neighborhood Park 8400 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States 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 ...
Back-to-Shul BBQ Featured August 28 at 5:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States 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 ... $16
Chug Kriah August 30 at 7:00 pm 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 ...
Senior Caucus End-of-Summer BBQ Featured September 1 at 12:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join the Senior Caucus and welcome fall with a BBQ lunch of burgers, dogs, and side dishes. Vegetarian options are available. Visit with friends then explore the richness of Jewish heritage through music. The cost is $10 per person. Register using the form below by noon on Thursday, August 27. $10
Honey, Healing, and Nature’s Pharmacy Featured September 2 at 7:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Women of Beth El as congregant Alisa Silverman shares her knowledge of the fascinating world of bees and the benefits of honey. We'll also enjoy a guided honey tasting together as we prepare for a sweet new year. Please register by August 28 at noon using the form below.
Hearing Men’s Voices Featured September 3 at 7:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Beth El men are welcome to join us in person or via Zoom for our monthly gathering. Martin Sieff will lead discussion of "When and Where Were You Happiest?" Please RSVP using the form below.
Community Shofar Gathering – Modena Featured September 4 at 2:00 pm Modena Reserve Bethesda 4907 Rugby Ave, Bethesda, United States Excited for the sounds of the High Holiday season? Join us at one of Beth El's community shofar gatherings as you warm up for the New Year, 5787. Don't miss out on these "bonus blasts" while connecting to friends, neighbors, and Beth El clergy! Shofar blowing will happen just before Modena's early Friday night Shabbat ...
Sound Bath and Contemplative Selichot Service Featured September 5 at 8:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us as we enter the High Holidays with intentionality and prepare our hearts to return and do teshuva (repentance). This three-part journey involves 1. Sound, 2. Havdalah, and 3. ...
Community Shofar Gathering Featured September 6 at 5:00 pm Offsite Excited for the sounds of the High Holiday season? Join us at one of Beth El's community shofar gatherings as you warm up for the New Year, 5787. Don't miss out on these "bonus blasts" while connecting to friends, neighbors, and Beth El clergy! This event will take place at the home of Rabbi Greg ...
Community Shofar Gathering – Kensington Featured September 7 at 5:00 pm Excited for the sounds of the High Holiday season? Join us at one of Beth El's community shofar gatherings as you warm up for the New Year, 5787. Don't miss out on these "bonus blasts" while connecting to friends, neighbors, and Beth El clergy! This event will take place at the home of Hazzan Asa ...
High Holiday Season Movie Outing – Death & Taxes Featured September 15 at 7:00 pm Edlavitch DCJCC 1529 16th St NW, Washington, DC, United States Tickets sales through the Beth El website are now closed. But you can still join us by purchasing tickets through the JxJ website at https://www.edcjcc.org/jxj/show/death-taxes/#performances while tickets are still available. Use the coupon code: "BEHEREAFTER" to get a discount off the regular ticket price. $16
Theology with Rabbi Harris Featured September 16 at 9:30 am Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Rabbi Harris for an in-depth study throughout the year. This class is open to all congregants and only requires your curiosity and enthusiasm. We will meet every Wednesday, in-person and via Zoom, starting September 16 and going through May 26, with the exception of November 18 and April 28. New participants may register using ...
Let’s Do Lunch with Women of Beth El Featured September 18 at 12:00 pm Corner Bakery 10327 Westlake Drive, Bethesda, United States Take a break for lunch with the Women of Beth El! We're meeting at Corner Bakery (10327 Westlake Drive, Bethesda) on Friday, September 18, from noon to 2:00 pm. Join other Beth El women for lunch, conversation, and connection. Please RSVP so we know to expect you.
