We look forward to celebrating the B'nai Mitzvah of
Zachary Bolon and
Samantha Marshall at the morning service this Saturday. Mazel tov to Zachary, Samantha, and their families.
If you would like to make a donation in honor of these simchas, please visit
www.bjbe.org/giving
or call the BJBE office at 847.940.7575.
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Upcoming Programs & Adult Education
Adult Ed: Maintaining Memory: Stories of the Holocaust
Did you miss either presentation? Click the links below to view:
Omer Class with
Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell
Tuesday, May 7, 10:00am
Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell will lead us in a thoughtful exploration of how we can bring tiferet (beauty, splendor, balance, and truth) into our lives.
Add to calendar
Informational Session for the CommUNITY Trip to Israel
Tuesday, May 7
Games Galore
Thursday, May 16,
Dinner at 5:30pm,
Games begin at 6:45pm
Fun for all, get your table ready to play Maj, Canasta, Scrabble, or any game you choose. Snacks, sweet table, raffles auction and great prizes.
A Priest and a Rabbi Walk Into a Bar...
Wednesday
, May 29, 7:00pm @ Warehouse, Deerfield
Join us for this special Torah on Tap with Rabbi Karyn Kedar and the Reverend Anne Jolly. Appetizers provided, cash bar.
Mishkan Shalom
Fridays, 9:00-10:00am
Shabbat Torah Study
Saturdays, 11:00am-12:00pm
Talmud Study
Wednesdays, 8:00-9:00am
Canasta & Mahjong, hosted by Sisterhood
Mondays, 12:00pm
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Chava Center, Jewish Learning Center, & Youth
BJBE is Looking for a Summer Intern!
BJBE is looking for a college or graduate school-age student who is looking for a part-time internship this summer. This is a great opportunity to learn the ins and outs of synagogue operations, communications, and leadership. Interested students should contact
Sally.
Family Night at Max & Benny's
Tuesday, May 7, 5:00-7:00pm
Final Matzah Ball Shabbat - May 17
Friday, May 17, Soup at 5:15pm, Family Service at 6:00pm in the Village Center at 5:15 and the service is in the Sanctuary at 6:00. This will be a special evening filled with:
- Teacher Appreciation - we'll thank all of our madrichim and teachers, including those celebrating anniversaries: Susie Wexler (5 years), Rebecca Anisfeld (5 years), Linda Schwimmer (5 years), Holly Israel (5 years), Matt Rich (20 years), Stacy Rich (20 years), Rich Steiner (25 years)
- Senior Send Off - we'll thank our seniors for their contributions over the years, and wish them luck at college!
- Camp Send Off - we'll celebrate everyone heading to camp this summer, whether it's OSRUI, Beber, Chi, or any other camp. Camp attire is encouraged!
The evening will conclude with an all ages Shabbat dinner! We'll enjoy a festive taco bar, catered by North Shore Catering. Dinner costs $14 per adult and $8 per child. Register
here.
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Services
Friday, May 3, 7:30pm
Kol Shabbat , followed by Torah Study
Saturdays, 9:30am
Morning Minyan, followed by Talmud Study
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Social Action Network
Maot Chitim assists needy members of the Greater Chicagoland Jewish community with Passover and High Holiday and other food related needs, so that they may observe the holidays and daily life in a traditional and dignified manner. They also provide a Tzedakah (charity) vehicle to unite all members of the Jewish Community
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Jewish Action Day for Immigrant Justice in Springfield
Thursday, May 9
Join Rabbi Jason Fenster and our partners from Jewish communities across the state in Springfield for the Jewish Action Day for Immigrant Justice. For more information and to sign up,
click here.
Whether you can come to Springfield or not, give 5 minutes and make a difference on May 20th. Be one of 100+ BJBE congregants calling for change on the RAC-IL call-in day. Email
Joel Newton
to be added to the list for more information.
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The Caring Community and CJE Senior Life are pleased to offer individual appointments at no charge with Senior Health Insurance Counselor Esther Craven on May 13 from 4:00-7:00pm. Esther has over 25 years of experience at CJE and offers assistance and advocacy in areas of Medicare, health insurance and resources for retirement. Please email Erica Stone or call her in the office at 847.940.7575 for an appointment.
BJBE's Caring Community is a team of volunteers who can act as your extended family when your family needs additional support. Caring Community provides the following services: home-delivered meals in times of need, transportation to/from BJBE or a medical appointment, phone support for people who are ill or lonely, senior education and caregiver support, and a virtual food pantry.
Learn more
BJBE is certified as a Safer Synagogue by Jewish Community Abuse Resources, Education & Solutions (JCARES). Our leadership has been trained in understanding the impact of abuse across the lifespan and improving access to support for congregants experiencing abusive situations. For more information, please contact the clergy at 847.940.7575.
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Thank you to our Producers
Help us say "Thank you" to our generous sponsors by patronizing their companies.
Click here to view our Gala Program Book.
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Judaica (Gift) Shop
We carry wedding gifts, mezuzzot, Kiddush cups, candle holders, candles from Israel, yahrzeit lights and much more! If you need a Tallit for you or your B'nai Mitzvah child, we have a large selection from Israel. We also stock yads and kipot (for one or many). Also, come visit our new Jewelry Nook!
Learn more
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Community Events & Announcements
Jewish National Fund Yom Ha'atzmaut Community Celebration at North Shore Congregation Israel
Thursday, May 9, 6:45pm
Annual Conference on Help, Healing and Hope After Loss
Thursday, May 9, 7:00pm
Presented by JCFS Chicago & The Lauri S. Bauer Foundation for Sudden Loss.
More info and RSVP
The 2019 AIPAC Chicago Annual Event
Thursday, May 30, 6:00pm Reception, 7:00pm Main Program
Chaired by Jill and Bruce Weininger
Chicago Loves Israel
June 2, 9:15am
Enjoy a day of community celebration and connection in honor of Israel's 71st anniversary. Activities for adults, teens, and young families will take place throughout the day.
Learn more.
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Congregational Directory
Just a reminder, you can access the directory of BJBE Congregants online through your Shulcloud account.
You can also choose what is visible on your account to other members by logging in to your account. Please visit bjbe.shulcloud.com to log in.
If you have difficulty logging in, please contac
t Dani Glass to receive a link to reset your password.
You must be logged in to view the directory.
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Find the
This Week at BJBE
submission form and more guidelines
here
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Education Team
(Director of Preschool)
(Coordinator of Youth Learning & Engagement)
(Coordinator of Educational Programs & Operations)
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Management and Operations Team
(Executive Director)
(Accounting Manager)
(Senior Clergy's Assistant)
(Coordinator, Membership, Communications, & Special Projects)
(
Clergy Assistant and Special Projects Coordinator)
(Event Coordinator & Assistant to Executive Director)
(Facility Manager)
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Lay Leaders
(Co-Presidents)
Lara Kunz
Molly Hershenhouse
(Sisterhood Co-Presidents)
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