While we cannot be together physically, the importance of community and staying connected is more important than ever.
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7:00 p.m.
Town Hall Meeting including update by U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky
While much work has been done to ensure that Beth Emet continues to be a vibrant congregation, we are also planning for our future for the coming year and beyond. We are developing and thinking through the details of how we will celebrate the upcoming High Holidays, conduct Beit Sefer next year, eventually reopen the building, and support our ongoing core activities. We are committed to ensuring that our membership is up-to-date with the latest thinking, and invite you to attend our Townhall meeting to share what’s happening and to provide a forum for questions (which can also
be submitted in advance
).
Phone 312-626-6799
Meeting ID:
897 1847 7192
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11:30 a.m.
Daily Meditation
7:30 p.m.
A three part discussion on Zoom about Jewishness and Whiteness. The first session will look at Whiteness, the second session is Jewishness and Whiteness, and the third is on systemic racism and my actions. The objective of this series is to help each of us understand the roles we play in perpetuating racism, and the actions we can take towards anti-racism. To introduce different perspectives and viewpoints we have invited younger Beth Emet adults who have experience and training to lead these discussions. In preparation for the discussions we are asking you to watch the video of the FAN interview by Dr. Marcus Campbell (ETHS) of Dr. Robin DiAngelo (author of
White Fragility
) before the first discussion.
Please note: This program will consist of a Tuesday evenings cohort (August 4, 11, 18) OR Thursday mornings cohort (August 6, 13, 20).
7:30 p.m.
Pilates and More
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Cancelled Today*
with Elsa Gould
We look forward to seeing you next Tuesday!
7:30 p.m.
Orot Live Zoom Meditation
In times of chaos, we can all try to cultivate a consciousness of more kindness, more generosity, more compassion, more calm, so we can bring these attributes, these middot into the world through our actions. Join Orot Center for Jewish Learning for these Tuesday evening meditations and sits.
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11:30 a.m.
Daily Meditation
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6:00 p.m.
Jewish Diversity: Presentation and Discussion with Gwen Tucker
Gwen Tucker is a rising senior at ETHS, and one of this year's 18 under 18 honorees. Gwen is deeply passionate about social justice, Jewish identity, and community building. She serves on the board of SOAR (Students Organized Against Racist) at ETHS and works closely with JCUA to support the Fair Tax Campaign. Through the JUF's Research Training Internship, Gwen has conducted and logged interviews with a diverse group of Jewish people from around the Chicago area about their experiences with Judaism and Jewish identity. Through her work, Gwen has found that much of the internalized discrimination within the Jewish community, as well as external discrimination targeted at the Jewish community, comes from the misconception that all Jewish people look and experience life in one way. Together we must learn about other people's experiences to make our community a more accepting, inclusive, and equitable place.
To learn more about Gwen Tucker's project check out her
website.
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10:00 a.m.
A three part discussion on Zoom about Jewishness and Whiteness. The first session will look at Whiteness, the second session is Jewishness and Whiteness, and the third is on systemic racism and my actions. The objective of this series is to help each of us understand the roles we play in perpetuating racism, and the actions we can take towards anti-racism. To introduce different perspectives and viewpoints we have invited younger Beth Emet adults who have experience and training to lead these discussions. In preparation for the discussions we are asking you to watch the video of the FAN interview by Dr. Marcus Campbell (ETHS) of Dr. Robin DiAngelo (author of
White Fragility
) before the first discussion.
Please note: This program will consist of a Tuesday evenings cohort (August 4, 11, 18) OR Thursday mornings cohort (August 6, 13, 20).
11:30 a.m.
Daily Meditation
At your Leisure......something for everyone!
Prepare for Movies with Mark:
Watch
Harold and Maude
(1971) to prepare for this Monday, August 10, Movies with Mark. (Available on Prime and other services.)
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11:30 a.m.
Daily Meditation
3:00 p.m.
Pre-Shabbat Singing and Movement with Cantor Kyle Cotler
Geared to ages six and under, welcome in Shabbat with some Friday afternoon fun!
Phone: 312-626-6799
Meeting ID: 845 4566 9721
6:00 p.m.
Z’oneg
Bring your own beverage, cheese and crackers and schmooze before services start.
Phone:
312-626-6799
Meeting ID:
853 5684 6772
6:30 p.m.
Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Phone:
312-626-6799
Meeting ID:
853 5684 6772
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9:30 a.m.
Kahal Shabbat Morning Service
Phone: 312-626-6799
Meeting ID:
846 1457 4064
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9:00 a.m.
Weekday Minyan
Phone:
312-626-6799
Meeting ID: 859 951 72738
Password: 5OI55V8b
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7:30 p.m.
Challah Baking with the Dobbs Family
Phone:
312-626-6799
Meeting ID: 820 3296 7229
James and Blythe Dobbs are thrilled to invite you to join them for their weekly pre-Shabbos ritual, baking challah! They will teach you how to make two different types of challah: a savory garlic, cheese, and herb challah as well as a sweet gluten free, dairy free banana bread challah (made with banana milk)! They are excited to get to share this weekly ritual with their Beth Emet community. This will be fully interactive so they will be able to take questions and give baking tips during this bake along! Open to all. Come alone or bring your kids or grandkids for family fun. No baking experience necessary.
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11:30 a.m.
Daily Meditation
7:00 p.m.
Movies with Mark: Harold and Maude
(1971)
Phone: 312-626-679
9
Meeting ID: 826 1547 6964
We got a request for what I’ve often considered to be my favorite movie, so who am I to say no? Baby-faced Harold (Bud Cort) is 20 and obsessed with death. Seventy-nine-year-old Maude (Ruth Gordon) has been through much but is full of life. Together they make for a black comedy with big, dark laughs, a warm heart and a wonderful Cat Stevens soundtrack. I wrote about this
cult classic for the New York Times,
And it’s available on Prime and other services.
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11:30 a.m.
Daily Meditation
7:30 p.m.
Pilates and More
with Elsa Gould
Do you ever feel like you live in a body that you understand very little about? Beth Emet member and Physical Therapist, Elsa Gould, explores a new orthopedic concept each week followed by a 45-min basic pilates mat class based on that concept. Previous topics have included spinal stenosis, intrinsic versus extrinsic strength, alignment and the benefits of stabilization exercise as compared to other exercise forms. Come with your mat and your questions. Elsa will stay on after class to answer questions about your pandemic aches and pains and help you brainstorm ways to feel better without having to leave your home. You'll just need space to lie down on a supportive surface, a strap or belt, a pillow for your head, a hand towel and 2 small weights (1-3 lbs or even a couple soup cans will do).
7:30 p.m.
Orot Live Zoom Meditation
In times of chaos, we can all try to cultivate a consciousness of more kindness, more generosity, more compassion, more calm, so we can bring these attributes, these middot into the world through our actions. Join Orot Center for Jewish Learning for these Tuesday evening meditations and sits.
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Events or links may change on occasion - check out the calendar on the homepage of
bethemet.org
for the most up to date information!
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Wednesday, August 12 at 7:30 p.m.
A Primer on the Illinois Fair Tax Campaign
with Marissa Levy, Anna Rubin, Gwen Tucker and Abby White of the Jewish Council on Urban Affairs, Sponsored by Beth Emet
On November 3rd Illinois voters will go to the polls not only to elect a president, but to vote on an amendment to the state constitution. If approved, this amendment, known as the Fair Tax Amendment, will allow enactment of a graduated rate income tax in the state. Currently, Illinois has a flat rate income tax, which has created one of the most unfair taxing systems in the nation. It fails to tax people relative to their income and the impact is clear: a structural deficit, inadequate levels of core services to Illinois communities, and a bruised state economy. These problems have only been exacerbated in recent months with the onset of COVID-19 and the ongoing uprisings for racial justice in the state. Join us at this session to learn about the campaign to pass the Fair Tax Amendment and how we can take action as a Jewish community to more equitably and justly fund our state.
Zoom Link |
Phone: 312 626-6799 | Meeting ID: 821 5014 9145
Wednesday, August 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Reflections from Rabbi London’s Sabbatical in Israel
Zoom Link
| Phone 3126266799 | Meeting ID: 849 1292 5013
Sunday, August 30 at 7:00 p.m.
Honey Cake Baking- A Secret Family Recipe
Jonathan Yenkin shares his secret Honey Cake recipe and Rosh Hashanah memories
Zoom Link
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Phone 3126266799 | Meeting ID: 820 3898 2466
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BE Connected
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an opportunity for groups with similar interests to come together as well as opportunities for conversation around various topics. What better way to engage with the Beth Emet community, try something new, and connect when we have a bit more time on our hands? Given our new reality, this initiative will start virtually, but we hope that this will continue once life returns to normal.
Each week you will receive a dedicated email with a listing of opportunities for the next two weeks. If you do not have access to a web camera for a video call, we will include phone numbers as well. And if you have an idea as we expand the reach of BE Connected, contact
Marti Netler
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We look forward to seeing you very soon.
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