Temple Beth El of Boca Raton

Superhero Bounce House
2023-07-18 | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Your child can pretend they are a superhero as they bounce in the fun in the Justice League Hero Bounce House!

Torah Study with Rabbi Dan Levin
2023-07-15 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-07-08 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-07-01 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-06-24 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-06-03 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-05-27 09:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Join Rabbi Dan for Saturday morning Torah study.
In person and Virtual at the links below.
Zoom Link Livestream

Beth El Circles: Cycling Circle Meeting
2023-07-15 07:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Saturday, July 15, 2023 at 7:00 am
Tune Cycles
3500 NW Boca Raton, (In the Design Center Plaza)
The ride will go north and turn return to Tunes. All levels of riders are welcome. This is a training ride for cyclists that will likely be riding in the Boca Raton Bicycle Club, Frank Stark Ride which will be July 23, 2023.
RSVP by contacting Mike Simon either by calling or texting 561-271-7797.
SAVE THE DATE:
Sunday, July 23, 2023 at 6:30 am
Tune Cycles
3500 NW Boca Raton, (In the Design Center Plaza)
Boca Raton Bicycle Club, Frank Stark Ride
Start & Finish at Tune Cycles. This ride requires a fee and registration. Go to https://my.raceresult.com/238395/ to register.
This ride is supported by FHP patrol cars and will have SAG support, food, beverages, and swag. The First groups will be departing at 6:30 am.
For all rides, helmets are required. Bring water, spare tubes and tools to change a tire in case of a flat.
After registering for this ride, RSVP by contacting Mike Simon either by calling or texting 561-271-7797.
If you have not filled out a signed release form, it is required for participation. Please email the signed form to Julie Guzy beforehand or bring it with you to the ride.
Temple Beth El Members can sign up to be part of a Circle here.

Beth El Circles: Mah Jongg Circle Meetup
2023-07-11 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-07-04 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-06-27 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-06-20 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-06-13 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-06-06 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-05-30 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Get your Mahj on! New or experienced, this Beth El circle lets you ‘break down your wall’ between you and others. Join the fun to play with other members.
To receive all the details, please join the Mah Jongg Circle.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!

2023 Annual Meeting and Dinner
2023-06-01 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Benvenuti all’incontro annuale e alla cena del 2023!Welcome to the 2023 Annual Meeting & Dinner!
6:00 pm Italian Feast6:30 pm Annual Meeting begins
Join us as we mangia a Tuscan feast that includes eggplant parmigiano, chicken piccata, pasta, salad, and more. Then, celebrate the past year at Temple Beth El as we confirm the slate for the 2023-2024 Board of Trustees, present the 2023-2024 Operating Budget, and honor our outstanding volunteers and professionals!
Registration for dinner is now closed, but you can still register to join us for the meeting!
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If you have any dietary restrictions, please contact Sharon Stern at 561-314-2831 or SStern@tbeboca.org.
Award Winners

Marilyn Weinberg
Joseph Q. KlineLifetime Achievement in Volunteerism Award

Mike Sirowitz
John RogersAward for Exemplary Professional Service
Mike Sirowitz, a native New Yorker, had the opportunity to retire early and relocate to Boca Raton in 2017. He immediately joined Temple Beth El, and became a valued member of the temple community. So much so that he agreed to “unretire” and become the Beth El Mausoleum Director when the opportunity arose. Since then, Mike has helped countless people throughout the South Florida Jewish community with their end-of-life arrangements at the Beth El Mausoleum. Through his kindness and expertise, he has earned the reputation as a warm and caring individual who is honored to help families and individuals every step of the way on what may be a difficult journey. Mike’s overall responsibility for the Beth El Mausoleum includes sales, operations, maintenance of the facilities, and funeral arrangements. Mike is responsible for scheduling and staffing every funeral that takes place at Beth El, which number about 100 per year.
You will often find Mike at the Temple on nights and weekends to help a family dealing with the loss of a loved one, or supporting other Temple programs. For example, Mike is the staff liaison to Brotherhood and to Beth El Pride, the Temple’s LGBTQ+ group. He is the first one to volunteer whenever we need extra staff support at large events. Mike personifies what this award is all about – someone who goes above and beyond their job description for the benefit of the organization.

Joanne Douma
Robin L. Eisenberg Learning and Living Award: Early Learning Center
Joanne has been an Early Childhood educator for over 20 years. She holds a Paralegal Studies certificate from Nova University as well as an Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education.
Over the past 4 years she has served in both lead and assistant teaching positions, working with many different age groups at the Beth El Early Learning Center. Joanne is a dedicated, resourceful and goal driven educator. She has a solid commitment to the social and emotional growth of every child. She is kind and caring to each of her students and their families. She is conscientious and works diligently to help each child build on their strengths and thrive. Joanne is a team player. She is flexible and considerate of others, going above and beyond to help other staff members.
Joanne believes that, “There is no better feeling than knowing you have helped brighten a child’s day and seeing their faces and expressions while they experience and learn new things.”
We are so grateful to have Joanne on our teaching team!

Barbara Feld
Joseph Q. KlineLifetime Achievement in Volunteerism Award:Religious School
Barbara Feld has been involved with Jewish studies for over 30 years. In New Jersey she worked on an educational curriculum to develop teaching techniques for children with learning challenges. She was a Hebrew teacher mentor for top tier teachers, assisting them in improving their skills. In the past 20 years, Barbara taught Hebrew and Judaic studies to all ages and started Torah tutoring for B’nai Mitzvah students, including those with learning challenges. Barbara was even featured on CNN for creating an Adult Anshei Mitzvah “senior” class. She continued to follow her passion when joining the team at Temple Beth El of Boca Raton in 2016 as a B’nai Mitzvah tutor where she strives to allow each child the chance to reach their full potential. Barbara’s vast experience and patience allows her the ability to understand every child’s learning style and she derives so much joy from watching her students take a critical step in their Jewish journey by successfully having their Bar or Bat Mitzvah.

Art All Day
2023-04-27 09:15 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | FL
THIS EVENT IS AT CAPACITY. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
Join us for this unique and rare opportunity to spend the day examining local treasures in art with expert art historian, Amy Herman; graffiti artist Serge Touissant; and Dr. Wilma Siegel, retired physician and artist. Led by Rabbi Jessica Spitalnic Mates and Cantor Lori Brock.
Amy, well-known for her Ted Talk on Perspective and Art with nearly a million views, will be with us for the day as we start at the Rubell Museum, one of the biggest private contemporary art collections in the world. After that we will visit the Holocaust Memorial in Miami Beach, tour the memorial and meet graffiti artist Serge Touissant to examine the concept of Exodus and Refugee. Finally, we will conclude our journey with the “Hope, Resilience and Remembrance” exhibit at the Holocaust Documentation and Education Center in Dania Beach, Fl. Artist Dr. Wilma Bulkin Siegel will guide us through her paintings of Holocaust survivors.
This promises to be a unique and powerful day.
$72 per person. Open to Temple Beth El members only. Includes round-trip bus transportation, breakfast, lunch, and all admissions. Bus leaves from Schaefer Family Campus.

STOP 1: Miami Holocaust Memorial
STOP 2: Rubell Museum
STOP 3: Lunch at The Spice Detective
STOP 4: Holocaust Documentation and Education Center

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Cosponsored by Friends of Music and Arts, Sisterhood, and Brotherhood. This day is supported by Project Nuremberg. Temple Beth El’s Project Nuremberg, underwritten by Jay and Marilyn Weinberg, provides programming that explores the Holocaust, Law and Ethics.

"Nathan-ism" Documentary Film Discussion with Nancy Spielberg and Elan Golod
2023-04-20 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Producer Nancy Spielberg grew up immersed in filmmaking, working on her brother Steven’s early films as cast and crew. In recent years she has turned her energy and talents to producing documentary films. One of her priorities is to help preserve Jewish stories and make them educational tools for the benefit of younger generations.
Seven years ago, Rabbi Jessica Spitalnic Mates developed a friendship with Nathan Hilu, by then in his 90s. At the age of 19, as a young American soldier, Nathan was sent guard the Nazis at the Nuremberg trials and spent the rest of his life doing only two things – working in a book store and drawing again and again and again the most evil men in the world, the Nuremberg defendants.
At this event, Rabbi Mates in conversation with producers Nancy Spielberg and Elan Golod, will show excerpts from the documentary “Nathan-ism” and explore Nancy’s founding of Jewish Story Partners with her famous brother, and why “Nathan-ism” is such an important film to help us never forget the Holocaust.
$18 per person,
or 2 Free Tickets granted for all attendees of the Lawyers Luncheon
A coupon code for your complimentary tickets will be included in your confirmation email.
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About the Filmmakers
Steven is not the only Spielberg in the film world. His baby sister Nancy has been a trailblazer in making sure Jewish stories are told on the big screen. Returning for her third visit to Temple Beth El, this time it’s personal. Seven years ago, Rabbi Jessica Spitalnic Mates developed a friendship with Nathan Hilu, by then in his 90s. At the age of 19, as a young American soldier, Nathan was sent guard the Nazis at the Nuremberg trials and spent the rest of his life doing only two things – working in a book store and drawing again and again and again the most evil men in the world, the Nuremberg defendants. Come to hear about Nancy’s founding of Jewish Story Partners with her famous brother and why Elan Golod’s “Nathan-ism” is such an important film to help us never forget the Holocaust.
Caryn Capotosto (Executive Producer) is an Emmy award-winning filmmaker known for Won’t You Be My Neighbor? a feature documentary about Mister Rogers that won a 2019 Independent Spirit Award for Best Documentary, a Producers Guild Award and a 2018 Critics’ Choice Award for Best Documentary. She received a 2016 News and Documentary Emmy Award for her role as co-producer on Best of Enemies as well as a 2021 News and Documentary Emmy for her role as Executive Producer on the 2021 short doc, The Love Bugs. She contributed to the Academy Award and Grammy Award-winning documentary, 20 Feet from Stardom (Associate Producer 2013). Recent projects include the Emmy-nominated Netflix series Ugly Delicious (Executive Producer 2019) and the Emmy Award-winning documentary Feels Good Man (Producer 2021). Mostly recently she produced Little Richard: I Am Everything which opened the 2023 Sundance Film Festival and will be released by Magnolia Pictures in April 2023.
The art of Nathan Hilu z”l will accompany this event.
This event is underwritten by Marilyn and Jay Weinberg through Project Nuremberg and the Friends of Music and Arts.

Beth El Circles: Photography Circle Meeting
2023-01-11 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | https://tbeboca.org/event/beth-el-circles-photography-circle-meeting/
Searching to take the perfect shot? We are looking for all photography buffs and amateurs… join together on Zoom to discuss cameras, photography equipment, tips and some of your favorite shots.
Join the Photography Circle to be a part of this meeting. The meeting information will be sent to members of the Photography Circle.
Temple Beth El Members can sign up to be part of a Circle here.

Shabbat Evening Services: Chanukah Shabbat - A Celebration of Miracles!
2022-12-23 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
For Temple Beth El members and guests of members only.
6:00pm Chanukah Shabbat Service followed by an Outdoor Chanukah Festival of Fun
Together, we will celebrate our Chanukah Shabbat service in the Rabbi Merle E. Singer Sanctuary, or you can watch services live streamed on our big outdoor screen on the back lawn at the Schaefer Family Campus. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets – there will be limited seating for those who require it. Golf carts will be available outside the North Lobby entrance for those who need assistance getting to the party after services.
Then enjoy dinner and desserts from our fabulous food trucks, and party on the back lawn! There will be dreidel games, gelt, a fun photo station, more great activities from Brotherhood and Sisterhood, and a DJ dance party to show off your moves.
Our Chanukah Shabbat Celebration is sponsored by Monica, Andrew, Alexander & Stephanie Weinberg in honor of Stephanie’s Bat Mitzvah.
Register to receive the pre-order links for our Fabulous Food Trucks!
Dinner
Pre-ordering dinner is encouraged! Order from our Fabulous Food trucks to enjoy outside on the back lawn, picnic style. There will be a limited number of tables and chairs available.
Register to let us know you’re coming and to receive the pre-order links!
RegisterPre-order deadline is Tuesday, December 20.
Note, certain items the food trucks normally offer may not be available. Kosher-style food only.
G’s Hibachi

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Tacos Wey 561

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Steve’s Wood Fired Pizza

Only available to order in-person at the event.
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Icestacy

Only available to order in-person at the event.
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Heavenly Churros

Only available to order in-person at the event.
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The Chanukah Shabbat service will also be available on Virtual Beth El:
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Beth El Circles: Technology - Today and Tomorrow Circle Meeting
2022-11-21 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Do you like to explore the “internet of things”; how technology is applied to our everyday world in different fields such as medicine, manufacturing, climate control, logistics and more. Join this Circle to hear from speakers from different industries and share knowledge and ideas, while making new Temple Beth El friends.
Join the Technology – Today and Tomorrow Circle to be a part of this meeting. The meeting information will be sent to members of the Technology – Today and Tomorrow Circle.
Temple Beth El Members can sign up to be part of a Circle here.

Boca Helps Ukraine
2022-09-02 - 2022-09-30 | FL
Donate Coats and Funds for the Winter
Led by our congregant Mariya Kemper-Reiss, Boca Helps Ukraine has teamed up with Temple Beth El to accept donations to help displaced families in Ukraine.
Donate to the Temple’s Disaster Relief Fund to help buy warm coats.
Boca Helps Ukraine is currently accepting donations of new and gently used coats to be shipped to displaced families in Ukraine to help keep them warm this winter.
Donation Sites:
Temple Beth El Schaefer Family Campus
333 SW 4th Avenue
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Temple Beth El Beck Family Campus
9800 Yamato Road
Boca Raton, FL 33434
For more information, contact bocahelpsukraine@gmail.com

Beth El Circles: LGBTQ+ Circle Meeting
2022-08-19 17:30 - 2022-08-20 19:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Join us for a meet & greet dinner and then head over Temple to enjoy Shabbat Evening Services together.
Join the LGBTQ+ Circle to be a part of this meeting. The meeting information will be sent to members of the LGBTQ+ Circle.
Temple Beth El Members can sign up to be part of a Circle here.

Annual Meeting and Dinner - "A Taste of Asian Cuisine"
2022-06-02 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Please help us honor our outstanding volunteers and professionals as we celebrate this past year at Temple Beth El.
We invite you to join us on a culinary Asian journey through our Great Hallway with stops in Japan, China, and Thailand!
Destination selections to include warm edamame, Japanese salad with ginger dressing, Gyoza, Vegetarian fried rice, beef with broccoli, Thai papaya salad, Vegan Tofu pad thai, crispy spring rolls and more!
6:00 pm Dinner selection6:30 pm Annual Meeting in Social Hall
Agenda for the Annual meeting includes:Confirm the slate for the 2022-2023 Board of TrusteesPresent the 2022-2023 Operating BudgetPresent the John Rogers Award for Exemplary Professional Service to Aileen SpilkaPresent the Joseph Q. Kline Lifetime Achievement in Volunteerism Award to Barry PodolskyPresent the Robin L. Eisenberg Learning and Living Award to Dr. Ora Meles
Adults: $29, Children ages 5 -13: $16, Children under 5: FreePrices increase to $34/$19 after May 26, 2022.
Registration for dinner is closed, but members may still attend the Annual Meeting which begins at 6:30 pm.Register
The Annual Meeting is generously sponsored by Toshiba Business Systems.
About our Award Winners

Aileen Spilka
John Rogers Staff Award For Exemplary Professional Service
Mazel Tov to Aileen Spilka the recipient of the 2022 John Rogers Staff Award for Exemplary Professional Service, recognizing her consistent demonstration of superior performance, and a willingness to go above and beyond what is asked of her.
Aileen joined the Beth El staff in 2013 as a Development Associate supporting the Temple’s fundraising efforts. Aileen held that position for two and half years, and in 2016 transitioned to the clergy office where she quickly became incredibly valuable as Clergy Senior Associate supporting the administrative needs of our rabbis and cantors.
Aileen is the quintessential team player. She never hesitates to help others regardless of how busy she is. You will never hear Aileen say “no”. Whatever is needed, we can always count on her to say “yes” with a smile. Aileen also has a wonderful way of speaking with and helping our members, particularly when they are dealing with a crisis or an end-of-life situation. She is patient, kind, helpful and responsive. It takes a special type of person to do what she does and she excels way beyond expectations day-in-and-day-out. Aileen is also highly competent, efficient, professional and knowledgeable. She finds new and better ways of doing things and she has trained countless new hires on how we do things at Temple Beth El.
We are so grateful for Aileen’s nine years of dedicated service to Beth El. Congratulations Aileen on this well-deserved award!

Barry Podolsky
Joseph Q. Kline Lifetime Achievement in Volunteerism Award
We are proud to announce Barry Podolsky as the winner of this year’s Joseph Q. Kline Lifetime Achievement in Volunteerism award. Barry and his wife Susan have been members of Temple Beth El for 35 years. They were both involved in leadership at Temple Sinai in North Miami; the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Michael-Ann Russell JCC prior to moving to Boca Raton.
Upon moving to Boca Raton in 1987, they immersed themselves in Jewish life and committed themselves to leadership roles at Temple Beth El. Barry has served on the Board of Trustees in nearly every capacity – Trustee, VP Religious Activities, VP Finance (2x), Executive VP, and President of the Board.
Barry also chaired the fundraising efforts for two major capital campaigns – Building Tomorrow Today and Fulfilling the Promise. Between the two campaigns, Barry was instrumental in helping to raise more than $30 million.
Barry helped supervise the design and construction of the Beck Family Campus in 2009 and was integral to the design and construction of the renovations to the Schaefer Family Campus. Barry personally supervised the design and construction of the second phase of the Beck Family Campus construction in 2018, including the two new classroom wings and the Kehilah Center.
Barry has also been instrumental in the planning of the upcoming expansion of the Beth El Mausoleum, and has worked to enhance nearly every facet of Temple Beth El’s program and operations. Barry has worked to help develop and mentor other board members and future leaders of the Temple.
The number of hours Barry has devoted to Temple Beth El truly cannot be counted. He brings an extremely high level of excellence and dedication to all of his volunteer efforts at Temple Beth El. We are so pleased to bestow this well-deserved honor on Barry Podolsky.

Dr. Ora Meles
Robin L. Eisenberg Jewish Learning and Living Award
Mazal Tov to Dr. Ora Meles who is the recipient of the 2022 Robin L. Eisenberg Jewish Learning and Living Award. It comes as no surprise that her peers nominated Dr. Meles. She is always willing to help her fellow teachers with pedagogic ideas, classroom management strategies, content resources, online teaching techniques and meaningful ways to engage our teenage teaching assistants in the classroom.
Dr. Meles joined the Temple Beth El Religious School faculty in 1993 as a Hebrew and Judaics teacher. This year, our curriculum has changed for both Judaics and Hebrew. Not only was Dr. Meles up for the challenge of creating new content for both, she even agreed to teach two grade levels when hearing we were short staffed. She is the ultimate partner with her teaching teams, always sharing her lesson plans and providing peer-to-peer professional development, knowing that our school is stronger when all teachers feel confident and can reach their goals. Dr. Meles represents Temple Beth El in the Partnership 2Gether Twinning project through the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County that connects our students to peers living in Zichron Yaacov, our sister city in Israel.
After serving in the Israeli Defense Forces as an officer, Dr. Meles came to South Florida to start her teaching career. She holds a Masters in Multicultural Education and a PhD in Philosophy of Educational Leadership. She was a 5th grade teacher at Del Prado, a middle school teacher at Odyssey Middle School and is now a Program Planner in the Department of Professional Development for the School District of Palm Beach County.
We are so proud and honored to have Dr. Ora Meles start her 30th year with Temple Beth El’s Religious School this fall.

Beth El Circles: Singles Circle Meeting
2022-04-28 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Whether you are newly single or have always been, join other single members of Temple Beth El to make new friends and connections. Have an opportunity to share stories with each other and maybe play some Jewish Geography.
Join the Singles Circle to be a part of this meeting. The meeting location will be sent to members of the Singles Circle.
Temple Beth El Members can sign up to be part of a Circle here.

Beth El Circles: Israel Circle Meeting with Speaker Alex Bruner
2022-04-26 20:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | https://tbeboca.org/event/beth-el-circles-israel-circle-meeting-with-speaker-alex-bruner/2022-04-26/
Join us for a performance of Tap Dancing Through Auschwitz at Boca Black Box in memory of Yom HaShoah.
Join this Circle to explore the Israel Circle with guest speakers, deep discussion and engagement with the happenings in a land that has one foot in the ancient past and one in the limitless future and always in the news.
Join the Israel Circle to be a part of this meeting. The meeting information will be sent to members of the Israel Circle.
Temple Beth El Members can sign up to be part of a Circle here.

Second Night Passover Seder with Rabbi Dan Levin and Cantor Lori Brock
2022-04-16 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Join Rabbi Dan and Cantor Lori for a second night Seder with fun for all ages. Join us for interactive schtick and song as we retell the Passover story and enjoy a wonderful meal catered by Artisan Foods.
Prices as of Friday, April 1
Temple Beth El Members:Adult $90/person, Children $60/person (ages 3-10), Children $30 (under 3)
Guests:Adult $95/person, Children $65/person (ages 3-10), Children $35 (under 3)
Deadline to register is Thursday, April 7. Prices increased $10 for late registration beginning Friday, April 1.
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No refunds will be provided if cancelled after April 1, 2022
Dinner Menu
All tables will have bowls of crisp celery sticks and crisp carrot sticks, bowls of charoset and nut-free charoset, plain and whole wheat Matzo and one hard-boiled egg with salt water per guest.
FIRST COURSEIndividual homemade sliced gefilte fish with horseradish dip, parsley sprig, cross cut carrot slices and lemon wedges
SECOND COURSETraditional matzo ball soup with roasted chicken and fine julienne vegetables
MAIN ENTRÉE COMBINATION PLATEHerb roasted lemon chicken confit with sliced roasted heirloom carrots and sliced tender 18-hour slow roasted brisket of beef with natural gravy, Cauliflower kugel squares
MAIN ENTRÉE ALTERNATIVESChildren’s meal available upon request – matzo meal breaded chicken fingers with ketchup and potato pancakes with apple saucePre-ordered vegetarian meal with Brussels sprouts, cauliflower kugel and sliced grilled vegetables
FAMILY STYLE DESSERTChopped tropical Fresh FruitAssorted Passover macaroons (plain and chocolate dipped)Homemade flourless chocolate torte dusted with powdered sugar and sprinkled with fresh berries
SELF SERVE COFFEE STATIONFreshly brewed coffee, herbal teas and decaf

Brotherhood: Men's Humor "Seder"
2022-04-14 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Jews have contributed considerably to comedy over the years so we’ve decided to try something a little different and host a Humor “Seder” on Thursday, April 14. Think of it as a pre-gaming the Passover holiday and getting in a few laughs before we go into Matzo lockdown! Featuring comedian Danny “DTJ” Fineman.
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Danny “DTJ” Fineman has been performing stand up comedy for just over 6 years in South Florida.
His brand of comedy examines real life from the perspective of a middle-aged father and husband. Danny takes everyday life experiences and turns them upside down to shake out the funny. He also examines what it means to be “Jew-ish.” In a world full of craziness and division, Danny brings us back together with humor focused on family, friendship and the everyday shared experiences of those in his orbit.

Beth El Circles: Israel Circle Meeting with Speaker Alex Bruner
2022-04-12 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | https://tbeboca.org/event/beth-el-circles-israel-circle-meeting-with-speaker-alex-bruner-3/
Join us to share a discussion with Alex Bruner, fellow member.
Topic: “Long Ago I was a Red Pioneer: A Journey from Communism to the Jewish People”
Join this Circle to explore the Israel Circle with guest speakers, deep discussion and engagement with the happenings in a land that has one foot in the ancient past and one in the limitless future and always in the news.
Join the Israel Circle to be a part of this meeting. The meeting information will be sent to members of the Israel Circle.
Temple Beth El Members can sign up to be part of a Circle here.

Entrepreneur's Panel (Hosted by Brotherhood)
2022-04-05 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Open to All Temple Members and Invited Guests!
Join us for our first Entrepreneur’s Panel, which will include stories from several successful major entrepreneurs from our community, a Q&A, and a Meet and Greet, with refreshments following the program.
We will be celebrating and learning from the accomplishments of 4 entrepreneurs who have created and grown enterprises that have solved real problems and made the world a better place.
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Honorary Chair, Dr. Robert Colton
For more information, please contact Mike Sirowitz at mike@tbeboca.org.
Panelists

Ben Spoont is the CEO and co-founder of Misfits Gaming Group, a global esports and entertainment company that competes in some of the most successful video game titles worldwide and are permanent partners in three franchised esports leagues: Riot Games’ League of Legends European Championship (Misfits Gaming), Activision-Blizzard’s Overwatch League (Florida Mayhem), and Activision-Blizzard’s Call of Duty League (Florida Mutineers). In addition to other games including Rocket League and most recently Minecraft.

Ben Waldshan founded Data Warehouse in 1997 and became the leading prospect data provider within the mortgage and home equity industry. In 2006, Data Warehouse was acquired by TRANZACT. Ben became President of Tranzact Information Services and, with a talented team, grew the business both organically and through acquisitions. In late 2011, Ben with his leadership team led a successful spin-off of Tranzact Information Services in partnership with Halyard Capital. In February 2012, Tranzact Information Services was rebranded as Datamyx, and four years later, Datamyx was acquired by Deluxe Corporation (NYSE: DLX) in October 2015. Ben was Vice President of Marketing Solutions at Deluxe for two years building one of the fastest growing business units at Deluxe.
Prior to founding Data Warehouse, Ben held the position of Vice President of Direct Marketing for Rock Financial, now RocketLoans (fka QuickenLoans). While at Rock Financial, Waldshan was instrumental in creating and developing a proprietary in-house database, which allowed for a new level of sales and marketing analysis, as well as a centralized lead generation platform that fueled the inside mortgage banking teams. In addition, during his tenure at Rock Financial, Waldshan was instrumental in the development and success of “Rock Direct” an innovative method, in which telesales professionals solicited mortgage transactions by phone and mail. This division accounted for 20 percent of Rocks’ total volume in its first year of operation.
Currently, Ben invests and advises early stage and growth stage businesses and is on the boards of TI Health, attane (fka GlynnDevins), and Revcontent. Ben graduated from Wayne State University with a B.A. in Business and Finance.

Jeff Rubin is the CEO and founder of popular candy store IT’SUGAR. When Jeff founded IT’SUGAR in 2006, he says he wanted to establish a brand that was bold and unapologetic. Known for its oversized candy, numerous celebrity-driven brands and confectionery-themed innovations, IT’SUGAR is now said to be the largest and fastest-growing specialty candy retailer in the world with 100 stores.
After earning a BA in Economics from the University of Michigan and a MBA from the University of Miami, Jeff joined his father and brothers at the family’s retail candy store, Mr. Bulky Treats & Gifts, in 1990. In 1995, he approached FAO Schwarz Toy Stores with a shop-in-shop candy concept and FAO Schweetz was launched. The shop quickly became one of the most popular departments in the store, and the concept grew to more than 30 locations around the country. For his achievements with FAO Schweetz, Jeff was presented with the 1996 Professional Candy Buyer of the Year Award from Professional Candy Buyer magazine.
In 2001, Jeff collaborated to launch Dylan’s Candy Bar with Dylan Lauren. The 10,000-square-foot innovative and modern take on a candy shop located in midtown Manhattan remained a top New York City attraction nearly 20 years later.
In 2017, Jeff sold IT’SUGAR to BBX Capital Corp. but remains as CEO and continues to manage the company.

Dr. Robert Colton, along with his spouse Andrea Colton M.D., is the founder of Clearlyderm, a multi-location easy access dermatology business. He practiced Internal Medicine and Nephrology in Boca Raton beginning in 1984 and retired from clinical practice in 2011.
Colton was also the Chief of Medicine at Boca Raton Community Hospital from 1991 to 1993. He was chosen as one of the Best Doctors in America by Castle Connolly for many years until his retirement.
Colton also conceptualized and then co-founded MDVIP, the largest concierge medicine company in the United States. MDVIP was sold to Procter and Gamble in 2009 and subsequently sold to Summit Capital Partners and then Leonard Green and Partners and most recently Goldman Sachs.
Moderator

Jennifer Walzer Berkowitz, Managing Director of R&J Advisory Group, Inc. has an extensive background in technology and business strategy consulting. Prior to founding R&J Advisory Group, Jennifer started BUMI (Backup My Info!, Inc) in 2003, a premium white glove online backup and recovery business for the financial industry and built it into an multimillion dollar debt-free and very profitable business in New York City. Jennifer has been invited to speak on various topics such as disaster recovery and data security at major conferences across the country, and has been featured in numerous national publications such as The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Daily News, Money Magazine, New York Enterprise Report and Crain’s New York Business. She also blogged in her own weekly column for the New York Times called “A CEOs Journey” in the Small Business online section. She successfully sold BUMI to J2 Global (NASDAQ: JCOM) which enabled her to financially retire in August 2014.
Jennifer is a 2011 graduate of The Entrepreneurial Master’s Program (EMP), an executive educational program jointly hosted by the MIT Enterprise Forum and Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO). She graduated with honors from The University of Arizona with a B.S. in Management Information Systems in 1995.
