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SUMMARY:Dor L'Dor
DESCRIPTION:Calling all members\, especially seniors\, to join Beth El Preschool (BEPS) for a program that provides an opportunity to make connections across generations. 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. We need plenty of seniors to match up with the kids\, so please join us. There is no cost\, but please register. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/dor-ldor-0430/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Age and Stage,Chai Society 60+,Engage,Preschool,Senior Caucus
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth El Preschool":MAILTO:bepsboardchair@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T213000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
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SUMMARY:Let's Get Cooking!
DESCRIPTION:Join Women of Beth El for a fun\, interfaith cooking event with members of the Church of Latter Day Saints. Our two groups will use our culinary talents to make a delicious soup that will be donated to Interfaith Works. It’ll be a great opportunity to give back to those in need while getting to know our neighbors. The event if free and open to all. For more information\, contact Jana Singer at janabsinger@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/cooking-0430/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engage,Featured Events,Tikkun Olam,Women of Beth El
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T113000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260311T210608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T222131Z
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SUMMARY:Daniel Mann Literary Luminaries Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the annual Daniel Mann Literary Luminaries Lecture featuring guest speaker Emily Tamkin\, author of Bad Jews: A History of American Jewish Politics and Identities\, and The Influence of Soros: Politics\, Power\, and the Struggle for an Open Society. Tamkin is a journalist by trade\, and she writes and reports mostly on Jewish identities and politics\, U.S. foreign policy\, and illiberalism. \nThe Literary Luminaries Lecture series was conceived by the late Daniel Mann z”l\, a Jewish community professional and Library Committee member. He organized the first several presentations\, including our inaugural lecture in 2009\, featuring Dr. Peggy Pearlstein\, then-head of the Hebraic Section at the Library of Congress. After Daniel’s death in 2014\, the series was renamed in his memory.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/lecture-0503/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T133000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260330T205523Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee Around the World & Hebrew Experience
DESCRIPTION:Love coffee? Join Shaliach Yoel Gleizer for a unique\, hands-on coffee workshop exploring flavors from around the world\, plus learn how to order your favorite drink in Hebrew! Hosted in a warm home setting\, this experience blends culture\, language\, and great coffee. \nThe event will take place at a private home in Bethesda; address details will be shared upon registration confirmation. More similar events will be announced soon. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/coffee-workshop-0503/
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Food & Drink,Israel,Learn,Shaliach
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T203000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260330T202940Z
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SUMMARY:Chug Kriah
DESCRIPTION:Chug Kriah meets regularly to read and discuss modern Israeli literature in Hebrew. Our next meeting will be on Sunday\, May 3\, at 7:00 pm via Zoom. We will complete our discussion of Yonim b’Trafalgar (Pigeons at Trafalgar Square) by Sami Michael. For more information including the Zoom link\, please contact Bill Kanter at kanterdsw@aol.com.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/chug-kriah-0503/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Affinity Groups,Israel,Learn
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260226T180101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T222131Z
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SUMMARY:Family Volunteering: Nourishing Bethesda Food Packing
DESCRIPTION:Join Beth El families in packing produce and shelf-stable food for Nourishing Bethesda\, a local nonprofit operating out of the Bethesda Chevy Chase Rescue Squad just up Old Georgetown Road. Volunteers must be 9 years or older. We are limited to 15 participants.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/volunteering-0507/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20260507T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T193000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260327T194721Z
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SUMMARY:Beth El Night at JxJ: DC Jewish Film and Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:One of the highlights of the year is almost here!  The Edlavitch DCJCC’s JxJ: DC Jewish Film and Music Festival begins on May 7 and runs through May 17. Once again\, Beth El has a special opportunity. \nTickets sales through the Beth El website are now closed. You can still join us by purchasing tickets through the JxJ website @ https://www.edcjcc.org/jxj/show/opening-night-once-upon-my-mother/ before the film sells out.  Use the coupon code: “BETHELMOTHER” to get a discount off the regular ticket price. Make sure to purchase tickets for the May 7 showing at Bethesda Row Theater. \nInspired by Roland Perez’s autobiographical novel\, Once Upon My Mother is an emotionally rich and often funny drama set in 1960s France. When Esther Perez\, a spirited Moroccan-Jewish mother of six\, refuses to accept a bleak prognosis for her newborn son born with a clubfoot\, her fierce determination to help him live “normally” shapes his life well into adulthood and creates a bond that is both powerful and complicated. Featuring music by Jewish music legend Sylvie Vartan\, who appears as herself\, this vibrant cinematic gem became a major crowd-pleaser in France\, celebrating the extraordinary\, against-all-odds devotion of a mother’s love. \nTo explore other festival screenings\, click here.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/film-festival-0507/
LOCATION:Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema\, 7235 Woodmont Ave\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Engage,Featured Events,Film
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260406T164508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T164608Z
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SUMMARY:Hearing Men's Voices
DESCRIPTION:Beth El men are invited to join us in person at Beth El or via Zoom as Yoel Gleizer\, our Beth El shaliach\, leads a discussion on “Bridging Israeli and American Cultures.”\n \nPlease RSVP using the form below. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/hmv-0507/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Connect,Featured Events,Israel,Men's Club,Online Events and Activities,Shaliach
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ORGANIZER;CN="Men's Club":MAILTO:rjspector@rcn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260422T183330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T183330Z
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SUMMARY:Parking Lot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION: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 Shabbat experience – casual attire encouraged. Stay for the oneg after the service to connect with familiar faces\, make new friends\, and welcome Shabbat together. \nPlease RSVP using the form below in case of weather updates. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/lot-shabbat-0515/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Pray,Services,Shabbat,Summer at Beth El
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260417T193033Z
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SUMMARY:10th Grade Confirmation Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate with our 10th-grade students and their families as we come together on May 15 at Beth El for Shabbat services and dinner.  Services start at 6:30 pm at Beth El.  A private dinner just for the 10th graders and their families follows the service and will be held at the home of Rabbi Harris. Registration for dinner is now closed.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/confirmation-0515/
CATEGORIES:Pray,Religious School,Shabbat,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth El Religious School":MAILTO:abrown@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T183000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260319T235335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T203514Z
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SUMMARY:Broadway Revue Concert
DESCRIPTION:Broadway comes to Beth El! Join Hazzan Fradkin with Beth El stars Valerie Issembert\, Michelle Bronzo\, Cory Breychak\, Beth El choirs\, and others for this Broadway Revue of songs about Belief and Community. Featuring songs from Pippin\, Godspell\, Hamilton\, Dear Evan Hansen\, Wicked\, Ragtime\, and more! \nThis concert is free to attend with a suggested donation of $10 per person. Registration is required.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/broadway-0517/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Concert Series,Engage,Featured Events,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T143000
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SUMMARY:Lunch and a Program: Stolpersteine: Memorializing the Victims of Nazism
DESCRIPTION:Stolpersteine (German for stumbling stones) are 4×4 inch brass plaques set into the sidewalk in front of a building where a victim of the Nazis lived or worked. They were created by German artist Gunter Demnig in 1992. Since then\, more than 100\,000 stones have been set in European cities. In 2008\, Marsha Rehns went to Wuerzburg\, Germany\, for the setting of a stone for her great-uncle\, Ignaz Rindskopf. Marsha will describe the emotional stone-setting and the book she wrote about the project and her family’s history in Germany. Howie Stein\, whose relative was also memorialized with a Stolperstein\, will add his reflections. A list of congregants who have had stones placed for their family members\, as well as details about the loved ones\, will be distributed. Contact Pat Danoff at pat.danoff@gmail.com to provide information or with questions.  \nWhile this program is sponsored by Senior Caucus\, all congregants who are interested are invited to join us. \nCost: $10 per person\, includes lunch. Registration deadline is noon on May 15. Please use the form below to register\, or contact Ricardo at rmunster@bethelmc.org or 301-652-2606. RSVP is required. If you wish to only attend the talk\, which begins at 1:30 pm\, please RSVP to Ricardo Munster at rmunster@bethelmc.org or 301-652-2606.  \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/stolpersteine-0519/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Age and Stage,Chai Society 60+,Engage,Featured Events,Food & Drink,Senior Caucus
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260429T203149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T203204Z
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SUMMARY:Shiva Leader Training Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us to continue learning how 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. Attendance at Part 1 is not required for participation this session. \nPlease use the form below to register. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/shiva-training-0519/
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:20260520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T210000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260423T192244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T183439Z
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SUMMARY:Congregational Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Beth El Annual Meeting will take place on Wednesday\, May 20\, at 7:00 pm. Drop in to the Zahler Social Hall before the meeting starts for food\, schmooze\, drinks\, and fun from 6:00-7:00 pm. \nPlease make every effort to attend so we can meet our quorum requirement; if you cannot make it in person\, a Zoom option will be available. \nAgenda\nD’var Torah\nMinutes of Previous Annual Meeting\nPresident’s Report\nProposed Budget FY’26\nElection At-Large Directors\nAdjournment \nBudget and nominee bios will be distributed via email. If you would like to request a printed copy to be mailed to you\, please email info@bethelmc.org no later than May 5. \nPlease register using the form below.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engage,Featured Events,Online Events and Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260401T161241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T152739Z
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Professionals Breakfast Study Group
DESCRIPTION: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 “The Wisdom of Jewish Grief Rituals.” There is a $5 registration fee to defray the cost of breakfast. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/mhp-breakfast-0521/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Affinity Groups,Engage,Featured Events,Food & Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T013000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260415T203319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T153131Z
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SUMMARY:Tikkun Leil Shavuot 5786
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, May 21\, at 6:30 pm for Tikkun Leil Shavuot\, a traditional night of learning. \nShavuot celebrates the Israelites receiving and accepting revelation at Mt. Sinai. This transformative experience has defined and challenged the Jewish people ever since. Tikkun Leil Shavuot is a night of study based on the idea that we should rush to participate in important events. Nothing could be more important than revelation. Thus\, we study throughout the night\, excitedly awaiting the revelation of Shavuot. You are welcome to attend one or all sessions. \nDinner registration is now closed but all are invited to join us for the Tikkun. \nTikkun Schedule\n\n6:30 pm: Greg Harris – Reclaiming Zionism with Pride\n7:00 pm: Evening Minyan\n7:30 pm: Dinner\n8:15 pm:\n– Michael Kievel – Tikkun Olam: What Is It Really?\n– Toby Schonfeld – Updated\, Unleavened\, and Unhinged: Why Pesach Prep Makes Us Panic\, Even with the New 5786 Guide\n– Donna Saady – Heraldry in Jewish History\n– Stephanie Grosser – Exodus Yoga (participants should bring yoga mats)\n9:00 pm:\n– Todd & Lake Rosenberg – Midrash and Monsters\n– Bill Dauster – Ruth\, Like a Patriarch\n– Gideon Amir – Levirat Marriage\, Then and Now\n9:45 pm:\n– Shawn Grosser – Jewish Humor\n– Matthew Slater – So Now Write Down This Song and Teach it to the Israelites\n– Jeff Diamant – U.S. Public Opinion on Israel and Netanyahu\n10:15 pm: Cheesecake Break\n10:45 pm: Hazzan Asa Fradkin – Six Kinds of Trope\n11:15 pm: David Farber – The Kitchen Table as Religious Center\n11:45 pm: Rabbi David Abramson – On Students and Teachers\n12:15 am: Donna Vogel – What’s Love Got to Do With It?\n12:45 am: David Margulies – Act vs. Intent: Can He Keep the Fish?\n\nFor those who cannot make it in person\, two Zoom sessions will be offered by the clergy. If you cannot make it in person but wish to attend via Zoom\, please click here to sign up to receive the Zoom information. \nZoom Sessions\n\n8:15 pm: Rabbi Greg Harris – Reclaiming Zionism with Pride\n9:00 pm: Hazzan Asa Fradkin – Six Kinds of Trope\n\nIf you are attending in person\, please use the form below to register for dinner.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/shavuot-5786/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Food & Drink,Learn,Shavuot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T213000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260406T164059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T154318Z
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SUMMARY:Montgomery County Executive Primary Election Candidates Forum
DESCRIPTION:Hear the candidates for County Executive before the Primary Election in June. Moderated by Beth El member Todd Gillman\, a journalism professor at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication and former Washington Bureau Chief for The Dallas Morning News. \nAsk questions and get answers. In person and livestreamed. Free and open to the entire community. Dessert reception following the forum. \nThe candidates slated to attend are:\nMithun Banerjee\nAndrew Friedson\nEvan Glass\nPeter James\nWill Jawando\nShelly Skolnick\nEsther Wells \nPlease RSVP using the form below to attend in person. If you would like to submit questions for the candidates before the forum\, please click here. If you cannot join us in person\, the forum will also be livestreamed here.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/moco-candidate-forum-0526/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Community Events,Featured Events,Learn,Men's Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="Men's Club":MAILTO:rjspector@rcn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T203000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260113T185426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T163111Z
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SUMMARY:Women of Beth El: Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel
DESCRIPTION:Join Women of Beth El for a special three-session edition of Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel at Congregation Beth El. Enjoy coffee\, conversation\, practical Hebrew\, Israeli culture\, and community in a relaxed café-style setting. Sessions take place on May 28\, June 11\, and June 25 from 7:00–8:30 pm. \nThis series is perfect for Women of Beth El members who want to: \n\nFeel more confident speaking Hebrew\nLearn useful\, real-world Hebrew phrases\nConnect to Israeli culture through coffee\, stories\, and music\nPractice Hebrew in a fun\, social\, and supportive environment\nPractice Hebrew at your pace\nEnjoy coffee and conversation\nFind community at Beth El\n\nNo prior Hebrew knowledge required; all levels welcome! This is a drop-in class\, which means you can attend as few or as many sessions as you like\, but please register for each date separately so that we have an accurate head count. Please use the form below to sign up for May 28. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/hebrew-0528/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Events,Israel,Learn,Shaliach,Women of Beth El
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T210000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260501T175227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T175227Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteering at Manna Food Center
DESCRIPTION: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 with their children (age 11 and older) in community service. SSL hours are available. Please contact Jonathan Epstein at jonathan.epstein@hklaw.com to register or for more information.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/manna-0528/
LOCATION:Manna Food Center\, 9311 Gaither Rd\, Gaithersburg\, MD\, 20877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engage,Featured Events,Good Deeds Day,Green Tikkun,Men's Club,Tikkun Olam
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ORGANIZER;CN="Men's Club":MAILTO:rjspector@rcn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T200000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260420T163857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T193439Z
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SUMMARY:Sound and Soul: A Jewish Contemplative Sound Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided\, meditative evening of sound\, breath\, and stillness. Using sustained tones from crystal singing bowls (often called a sound bath)\, this experience creates a calm\, immersive environment for rest and reflection. \nParticipants may sit or lie down in a dimly lit space. The session includes extended periods of continuous sound and quiet. \nNo experience needed. Mats\, cushions\, and chairs provided. \nPlease note that this program has been rescheduled from May 18 to June 1. \nPlease RSVP using the form below.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/sound-0601/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Connect,Featured Events,Mindfulness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazzan Asa Fradkin":MAILTO:afradkin@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260407T194841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T145955Z
UID:10001668-1780599600-1780606800@www.bethelmc.org
SUMMARY:Women of Beth El and Men's Club Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the Summer by joining the Women of Beth El and Men’s Club for Happy Hour on the patio at World of Beer in Bethesda on  Thursday\, June 4\, from at 7:00-9:00 pm. We will be providing plentiful (vegetarian) appetizers. Drinks will be available for purchase. The event is free but registration is required. We look forward to seeing you there! \n \n 
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/happy-hour-0604/
LOCATION:World of Beer\, 7200 Wisconson Ave\, Bethesda\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Connect,Featured Events,Food & Drink,Men's Club,Summer at Beth El,Women of Beth El
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260521T154201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T154201Z
UID:10001700-1780601400-1780606800@www.bethelmc.org
SUMMARY:Hearing Men's Voices
DESCRIPTION:Beth El men are welcome to join us in person or via Zoom for our monthly gathering. Jonathan Simon will lead discussion of “How People and Ideas from My Career Influenced My View of the World and My Place in It. “ \nPlease RSVP using the form below. \n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/hmv-0604/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Connect,Featured Events,Men's Club,Online Events and Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Men's Club":MAILTO:rjspector@rcn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260504T171849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T213103Z
UID:10001683-1780740000-1780740000@www.bethelmc.org
SUMMARY:Naming of Meira Baila Benezra-Megdal
DESCRIPTION:Please join Rabbi Deborah Megdal and Karen Benezra for the naming of their daughter\, Meira Baila Benezra-Megdal\, on Saturday\, June 6\, 10:00 am during Shabbat services at Congregation Beth El. \nPlease use the form below to RSVP to help ensure we have enough food for the kiddush.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/naming-0606/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,Pray,Services,Shabbat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T123000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260423T163745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T185214Z
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SUMMARY:Women of Beth El Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for Sunday\, June 7\, at 10:00 am! Join us at Beth El as we elect our new slate of Women of Beth El Officers and Board Members. \nAfter voting\, please stay for a morning of learning\, socializing\, and fun. Rab­bi Shi­ra Stut­man\, a past Sisterhood Shabbat speaker\, the senior rab­bi at Aspen Jew­ish Con­gre­ga­tion\, and cohost of Chutz­pod! will discuss her book\, The Jew­ish Way to a Good Life: Find Hap­pi­ness\, Build Com­mu­ni­ty\, and Embrace Lovingkindness. \nIn 2021\, Rabbi Stutman found­ed Mixed Mul­ti­tudes\, an orga­ni­za­tion ded­i­cat­ed to shar­ing the beau­ty\, pow­er\, and diver­si­ty of Jew­ish life. She was named one of America’s Most Inspir­ing Rab­bis by The Jew­ish For­ward. \nBooks will be available for purchase – both in the BethEl gift shop and at the beginning of the meeting.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/wbe-annual-meeting-0607/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Engage,Women of Beth El
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T200000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260330T212906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T213752Z
UID:10001650-1781289000-1781294400@www.bethelmc.org
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/pup-shabbat-0612/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES: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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T180000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260609T190334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T190941Z
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SUMMARY:Mmmmm-Ice Cream Monday
DESCRIPTION:This summer we’re planning something we’re calling Summer Teen Tuesdays.  On select Tuesdays\, we will meet up around Bethesda for ice cream\, coffee\, movies\, and hangouts.  The first one is on a Monday – so we will kick it off with Mmmmm-Ice Cream Monday! \nJoin Allison for a scoop of ice cream on Monday\, June 15 at 5:00 (Max’s Best in Woodmont Triangle). First 15 teens to show up get a scoop on Allison!
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/ice-cream-0615/
LOCATION:Max’s Best\, 7770 Woodmont Ave.\, Bethesda\, MD
CATEGORIES:Beth El Youth,Connect,Food & Drink,Summer at Beth El,Youth Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth El Youth":MAILTO:abrown@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260423T223954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T223954Z
UID:10001678-1781618400-1781622000@www.bethelmc.org
SUMMARY:Ricardo Munster Retirement Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Ricardo joined the Beth El staff in 2006. For 20 years he has served in many different capacities\, including administrative assistant to the clergy\, liaison for b’nai mitzvah families\, and support staff for the Senior Caucus. He performed countless other duties that brought members together and enriched congregation life. Most of all\, Ricardo has been a treasured friend and example of what it means to be a mensch. \nJoin with fellow congregants to show your appreciation and wish Ricardo and his wife Irene many happy and healthy years ahead. \nSo we can plan for space and food\, please register using the form below.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/ricardo-0616/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chai Society 60+,Connect,Food & Drink,Senior Caucus
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T183000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260603T222726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T223056Z
UID:10001707-1781629200-1781634600@www.bethelmc.org
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 – locations for July and August meet ups TBA. Is there a great playground near you? Let us know where we should go next! \nIn case of rain\, we’ll meet up at Beth El instead. \nPlease RSVP using the form below. Location will be shared with registrants.\n
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/popsicle-0616/
CATEGORIES:Beth El Youth,Connect,Religious School,Summer Family Fun,Summer at Beth El,Youth Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth El Religious School":MAILTO:abrown@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20260601T212500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T212500Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:June 21 is Father’s Day. What better way to celebrate a father that you love than to give the gift of and dedicate your donation in their honor or memory? Your donation can save or extend up to three lives. \nBring your children ages 16 or older to join you in this life-saving mitzvah. 16 year olds require written parental consent\, and all donors must weigh at least 110 lbs. \nInova will be in the Bender Social Hall at Beth El from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. \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.
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/blood-drive-0621/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El\, 8215 Old Georgetown Rd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Engage,Featured Events,Summer at Beth El,Tikkun Olam
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T193000
DTSTAMP:20260624T060014
CREATED:20251210T174454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T222129Z
UID:10001548-1782329400-1782329400@www.bethelmc.org
SUMMARY:Women of Beth El Go to the National Theatre: Suffs
DESCRIPTION:Women of Beth El is going to the theatre! We have reserved tickets for Suffs at the National Theatre for Wednesday\, June 24\, at 7:30 pm. Seats are limited and selling quickly\, so don’t wait! \nDirect from Broadway\, comes the acclaimed Tony Award®-winning musical Suffs about the brilliant\, passionate\, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. Created by Shaina Taub\, the first woman to ever independently win Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in the same season\, this “thrilling\, inspiring and dazzlingly entertaining” (Variety) new musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of a struggle for equality that’s far from over. \nClick here to purchase your tickets\n \nThe “SUFFSBE” code will automatically be applied for WBE group seating in the Main Mezzanine level when using the above link. You will need to log in or create a National Theatre account before purchasing. \nDon’t forget to email Kathy Sklar and Erin Reitkopp at wbe@bethelmc.org to let us know you’ll be joining us!
URL:https://www.bethelmc.org/events/wbe-suffs-0624/
LOCATION:National Theatre\, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Engage,Featured Events,Music,Women of Beth El
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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