Beth El Circles: Chair Yoga
2026-09-15 10:45 - 11:45, 2026-09-29 10:45 - 11:45 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Join fellow member and yoga teacher Amy Appel for a rejuvenating session of Chair Yoga. This gentle practice is perfect for all levels and focuses on improving balance, mobility, and flexibility. It’s a wonderful way to relax, recharge, and connect with other members in a calm and welcoming space.
No mat needed. Chairs will be provided.
Temple Beth El members only.
FREE, but registration is required.

Lunch & Learn: Israel Votes 2026 - "Never Has There Been Such an Important Election" with Michael Hollander
2026-09-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-29 12:00 - 13:00
One of the more popular questions Michael Hollander has faced in teaching about Israel over more than 40 years is “Why is the Israeli system of governance so crazy? It seems like your government barely survives its fragile coalition and you are always on the brink of heading to new elections. Why does everything feel like such a ‘balagan’ here?”
This four-part series is designed to help you understand the nature of Israeli democracy and how the uniquely Israeli political system and elections work. Three sessions will be offered during the campaign and before the elections, and the fourth will be shortly after the dust settles and a coalition is made to form a new Israeli government.

Part I – How a People Without Power Became a Powerful People: Israeli Democracy
Part II – Continued Challenges to Israeli Democracy – How did Israel go from its broadest (yet short-lived) coalition to the most right-wing government in its history in the 4th and 5th elections over 3 ½ years? What challenges has Israel faced during this topsy-turvy period?
Part III – Who are the parties and leaders, and what are the platforms and issues in this election?
Part IV – After the Election: What now? Where are we heading?

Mike Hollander is an Israeli tour educator, lecturer, and licensed guide with more than 30 years of experience teaching Jewish history, Zionism, and Israeli society. Originally from Canada, he made aliyah in 1988 and has spent his career leading educational journeys throughout Israel, Eastern and Central Europe, and lecturing to Jewish communities across North America. Mike also served as an educational emissary (Shaliach) for the Jewish Agency in the United Kingdom, where he helped develop programs for more than 1,000 Jewish youth annually. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he created a widely attended series of virtual educational tours and lectures, and since October 7, has continued to present programs on Israel’s history, politics, and current events to communities around the world.
Join us in person at the Schaefer Family Campus or online.
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Parsha Perspectives
2026-09-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-16 11:00 - 12:00
Join Rabbi Laila Haas to explore the weekly Torah portion. We will uncover timeless wisdom and contemporary relevance in our sacred texts. The discussions will blend traditional commentary with modern insights, creating space for questions, discoveries, and meaningful conversations.
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Tapestries: Al-Anon Family Group Meeting
2026-09-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-25 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-02 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-16 13:00 - 14:00
Al-Anon is a fellowship for those who have a loved one struggling with addiction. Temple Beth El is honored to host a weekly meeting for those looking for fellowship. Learn more at al-anon.org.
Registration is not required in order to preserve anonymity.

Torah Study with Rabbi Dan Levin
2026-09-19 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-09-26 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-10-03 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-10-10 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-10-17 09:30 - 10:30
Join Rabbi Dan Levin for Saturday morning Torah Study.
In person and Virtual at the links below.
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Mussar and Movement
2026-09-23 18:30 - 20:30
Join Rabbi Amy Pessah and yoga instructor Amy Appel for a transformative class that blends the physical discipline of yoga with the spiritual wisdom of Mussar, a Jewish ethical practice focused on personal growth and character development.
In this unique monthly series, each session delves into a specific human attribute—such as perseverance, generosity, awe, and orderliness—and explores how to cultivate it through mindful movement, breathwork, and Jewish teachings. By intertwining yoga poses with Mussar principles, participants engage in a holistic practice that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit.
Whether you’re new to yoga or experienced in the practice, this class offers a welcoming space to deepen your spiritual journey, enhance self-awareness, and foster a more intentional and meaningful life.
Please bring a yoga mat.
Dates:

Wednesday, September 23 at 6:30 pm
Thursday, October 22 at 6:30 pm
Tuesday, November 17 at 6:30 pm
Tuesday, December 15 at 6:30 pm
Wednesday, January 20 at 6:30 pm

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Bereavement Group
2026-09-28 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-10-05 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-10-12 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-10-19 10:00 - 12:30
Temple Beth El and Ruth & Norman Rales JFS are proud partners and continue to meet the needs of community members by offering a bereavement group facilitated by Andrea Pittell, MSW, LCSW.
The group will be for those who have lost a spouse in the last year and are looking for support in their grief. This group will be meeting at Temple Beth El’s Schaefer Family Campus once a week.
For those who have lost someone other than a spouse, life partner or parent; JFS has other groups in the area. Please fill out the form and someone from JFS will get in touch with you.
Two times: 10:00 am and 11:15 am. The leaders of the group will tell you which time has space available when you sign up.
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Lunch & Learn: The Wholeness of a Broken Heart - Pathways to Resilience and Renewal with Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah
2026-10-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-13 12:00 - 13:00
We are living during challenging times and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and hopeless. How do we move forward from disappointment and loss? How can we shore up our spirits when our lives seem to ebb and flow?
Join Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah as she guides us in an exploration of hope and resilience. Using the pathways in her new book, The Wholeness of a Broken Heart, Rabbi Amy will share how Jewish wisdom and guidance can help us learn ways to move forward after disappointment, rupture, or loss. We will come to understand how it is possible to live with brokenness…and how in spite of life’s challenges, we can still remain whole.
Join us in person at the Schaefer Family Campus or online.
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Thriving Not Surviving: Wisdom & Wonder Series with Guest Speaker Dr. Zohar Raviv
2026-10-07 19:00 - 21:00
As we honor and remember those impacted by the horrific events of October 7, 2023, Dr. Zohar Raviv will help us explore how we can honor our history while drawing upon the resilience and strength of the Jewish people, reframing our narrative from one of survival to one of renewal and thriving. This evening will include a question and answer session and a reception following the program.
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Dr. Zohar Raviv will also join us for:

Parsha Perspectives at 11:00 am on Friday, October 9
Shabbat Evening Services at 7:30 pm on Friday, October 9

Dr. Zohar Raviv is an internationally recognized Jewish thought-leader, educator and speaker. Raviv serves as the International Vice President of Educational Strategy for Birthright Israel, as well as Scholar in Residence for Momentum Unlimited. His professional experience spans Israel, North America, South America, Europe, South Africa and Australia. Raviv holds a B.A in Land of Israel Studies from Bar-Ilan University, a Joint M.A in Judaic Studies and Jewish Education from Brandeis University, as well as M.A in Near Eastern Studies and a PhD in Jewish Thought — both from the University of Michigan.
Dr. Zohar Raviv plays a central role in shaping Birthright Israel’s educational philosophy, language and pedagogy, and is considered a leading global voice in some of the paradigm shifts concerning contemporary Jewish identity, Israel-world Jewry relations, Jewish peoplehood and the overall mandate of Jewish and Israel education in the 21st century.
Dr. Zohar Raviv was the recipient of the 2015 Bernard Reisman Award at Brandeis University, where he was recognized as “One of the most influential Jewish educators in the world”.

Parsha Perspectives with Guest Speaker Dr. Zohar Raviv (Wisdom & Wonder)
2026-10-09 11:00 - 12:00
Dr. Raviv will lead Parsha Perspectives to explore how Parashat Breishit, the story of creation, serves as a foundation for the unfolding story of the Jewish people and their place in the world.
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Celebrate the Launch of The Wholeness of a Broken Heart: Pathways to Resilience and Renewal by Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah
2026-10-13 19:00 - 21:00
Join us on the official publication date of Rabbi Amy’s new book, The Wholeness of a Broken Heart: Pathways to Resilience and Renewal!
Join Rabbi Laila Haas as she interviews Rabbi Amy about the book’s evolution. The conversation promises to be personal and powerful, addressing such questions as, “How is it possible to be whole and broken at the same time?” “How can Jewish wisdom guide us during difficult times?” and “Why being in community is of utmost importance for healing?
Light refreshments will be served and books will be available for purchase and signing.
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Finding Our Home - LGBTQ+ Journeys in the Jewish Community
2026-10-18 16:00 - 18:15
What does it mean to create a Jewish community where everyone feels seen, valued, and at home?
Join us for a meaningful and timely conversation, Finding Our Home: LGBTQ+ Journeys in the Jewish Community, exploring the intersection of Jewish identity, belonging, and LGBTQ+ advocacy. Moderated by Rabbi Greg Weisman, this thought-provoking panel will feature special guest Rabbi Micah Buck of Keshet, a national organization working for LGBTQ+ equality in Jewish life. Members of our own Temple Beth El community will also share their personal experiences and perspectives.
Through stories of family, faith, identity, and inclusion, our panelists will examine what makes LGBTQ+ advocacy a deeply Jewish value and how we can continue building communities of compassion, understanding, and belonging for all.
Come listen, learn, and join the conversation as we continue creating a community where everyone can truly find their home.
This event is free and open to the community.
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