Lunch with the Clergy for Federal Workers Featured October 31, 2025 at 12:00 pm Lunch for Federal Workers Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States The federal government shutdown has spread uncertainty across our country and within our community. Many of us are feeling a mixture of anxiety, disruption, and worry. Moments like this remind us just how interconnected our lives truly are. The clergy invites anyone affected by the federal government shutdown to join them for lunch on Fridays ...
Herzl & Friends: When Zionism Was New Featured November 2, 2025 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm British author Rachel Cockerell's Melting Point: Family, Memory, and the Search for a Promised Land has won enthusiastic acclaim for its innovative telling of the story of early Zionism, including the break-away group that settled Jews in the western United States through the Galveston Plan. Cockerell's look back at the past reveals that early 20th century concerns about ...
“Holding Liat” Film Screening and Discussion Featured November 2, 2025 at 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States We are pleased to screen the award-winning documentary, Holding Liat, produced by Lance Kramer and directed by Brandon Kramer who are proud Beth El graduates. This is one family’s story that represents the complexities of balancing family dynamics within the context of war, politics, and personal identity. Film synopsis: After Liat Beinin Atzili is kidnapped ...
Volunteering at Manna Food Center – Emergency Assistance for Furloughed Workers Featured November 5, 2025 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 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 ...
Open Conversations About Israel with Rabbi Harris Featured November 6, 2025 at 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 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.
Lunch with the Clergy for Federal Workers Featured November 7, 2025 at 12:00 pm Lunch for Federal Workers Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States The federal government shutdown has spread uncertainty across our country and within our community. Many of us are feeling a mixture of anxiety, disruption, and worry. Moments like this remind us just how interconnected our lives truly are. The clergy invites anyone affected by the federal government shutdown to join them for lunch on Fridays ...
Young Family Shabbat with BEPS and Nitzanim Featured November 7, 2025 at 6:00 pm Families with Young Children Shabbat Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join other families with young children for a family friendly Shabbat service, followed by a family style dinner! Registration is now closed. $36
Hagbah Workshop: Learn to Lift the Torah Featured November 8, 2025 at 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Are you interested in learning a new Jewish skill or brushing up on your technique? Lifting the Torah – known as hagbah – is a sacred honor that connects you physically and spiritually to the heart of Jewish tradition. This honor is open to anyone willing to learn, including post-b-mitzvah teens and adults of all ...
Chug Kriah Featured November 9, 2025 at 2:00 pm Chug Kriah meets bi-weekly to read and discuss modern Israeli literature in Hebrew. Our next meeting will be on Zoom on November 9 at 2:00 pm at a member's home. We are reading Im Yesh Gan Eden (Beaufort) by Ron Leshem. For more information, including the meeting location, please contact Bill Kanter at kanterdsw@aol.com.
Rhythms of Israel: A Drumming Circle Experience Featured November 13, 2025 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States This experiential workshop invites participants of all ages to connect through rhythm and creativity. We’ll learn simple drumming patterns, explore a variety of percussion instruments and accessories that Yoel will bring, and experience the joy of making music together. The session will include playing along to familiar Israeli songs, creating a sense of unity, fun, ...
Kol Haneshama Friday Night Musical Service Featured November 14, 2025 at 6:00 pm Kol Haneshama Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us on for prayer, reflection, and song! Welcome Shabbat in a joyful, participatory, and engaging service, with melodies that calm, songs that enliven, and prayers that elevate. This lay-led service blends tradition and creativity, drawing on contemporary and innovative Jewish music from around the world. 6:00 pm - Light Dinner 7:00 pm - Kol ...
Melaveh Malkah – Escorting the Queen Featured November 15, 2025 at 6:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States We all need some extra joy and a chance to come together during these difficult times. In support of federal workers, contractors, businesses, families, and others who have been affected by the government shutdown, a generous donor has offered to cover the cost for everyone who attends. Join your Beth El community for a lively and ...
