Temple Beth El of Boca Raton

Presidents Day - NO SCHOOL
2024-02-19 | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
The Beth El Early Learning Center will be closed in honor of Presidents Day.

Temple Beth El Solidarity Mission to Israel
2024-02-18 - 2024-02-23
Join Rabbi Dan Levin on a Temple Beth El Solidarity Mission to Israel organized by J2 Adventures. Witness the incredible unity and strength of our Israeli brothers and sisters as we listen to their stories and provide our love and support. We will meet with Israelis displaced from their homes, families of the hostages, and those doing the work of recovery. We will spend time volunteering helping with important projects, including:

Brothers and Sisters in Arms, the largest civilian relief center which provides services for displaced people, soldiers, and affected families.
Yozma Congegration in Modiin, Temple Beth El’s sister congregation.
Beit Shemesh area, helping to harvest fields in order to provide fresh produce for the country.

Read below for the full itinerary.

Cost per person in a double room: $2,950 at 10 participants – (This will lower to $2,550 at 15 participants)
Cost per person in a single room: $3,590 at 10 participants – (This will lower to $3,190 at 15 participants)
Registration fee per person to Temple Beth El: $100

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Trip Itinerary
DAY 1: ALL ISRAEL IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE OTHER
Sunday, February 18, 2024

Overnight: Flight

DAY 2: MY HEART IS IN THE EAST
Monday, February 19, 2024 –

Arrive at Ben-Gurion International Airport.
Meet your J² Expert Educator who will accompany you throughout your mission.
Understanding the Context: Looking back to October 7th and towards the future with your tour educator.
Volunteer time in Modiin – with Yozma.
Enter Jerusalem and stop at the Haas Promenade for a traditional “shechechiyanu” blessing of thanksgiving.
Check into your hotel.
Dinner and Discussion with Professor Reuvan Hazan of the Political Science Department at Hebrew University for an update on the Israel-Hamas War and its impacts on Israeli life and society.
Group welcome dinner.

DAY 3: LENDING A HAND
Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Meet for a talk with MK Rabbi Gilad Kariv.
Due to a lack of workers, Israelis now volunteer to work in agriculture. We will volunteer and help harvest fields in the Beit Shemesh area in order to provide fresh produce for the country.
Spend time with members of ZAKA and learn more about their search-and-rescue efforts.
Unpacking and Processing: A time to reflect and share about the day.
Dinner on your own.

DAY 4: BEARING WITNESS
Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Drive south to the Gaza Envelope.
Meet with Chen Kotler – a resident of Kibbutz Kfar Aza. Tour the remains of the kibbutz and learn from Chen about the events of October 7th and their aftermath.
Visit the site of the Nova Festival massacre near Kibbutz Re’im.
Continue to Sderot, located on Israel’s border with Gaza and see reality on the ground.
Drive back to Jerusalem.
Meet with Orly Erez from IRAC (Religious Action Center) to learn about social justice initiatives in Israel.
Unpacking and Processing: A time to reflect and share about the day.
Dinner on your own.

DAY 5: KOL YISRAEL AREVIM
Thursday, February 22, 2024

Check out of the hotel.
Drive to Tel Aviv.
Volunteer at Israel’s largest civilian relief center at the Tel Aviv Expo. The relief center is organized and run by volunteers from “Brothers and Sisters in Arms” – one of the leading organizations of reserve soldiers and offices who headed the 2023 protest movement.
Visit a hospital or Rehabilitation Center to learn about their work during the current emergency. Speak with staff about how the war has affected the hospital.
Meet the team behind Israeli podcast Rays of Light: a podcast that captures the stories of women who survived the attacks of October 7th.
Hostages Square has become a national center for the struggle of the return of the hostages. Meet with activists and families in the square and lend your voice to this crucial struggle. End the visit with a special prayer.
Farewell dinner and reflection. What have we experienced this week? What are we taking home?
Transfer to the airport for your flight back to the US.

Torah Study with Rabbi Dan Levin
2024-02-17 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: Runners Circle Meeting
2024-02-17 05:30 - 07:30 (America/New_York)
Put on your running shoes and ‘Jog with the Jews’ when you join other members to take a run together for some exercise and fun.
Meets every Saturday at 5:30 am at WALGREENS location and at 6:00 am at the PALMETTO location!
Both runs are approximately a 5 mile run, with different stopping points.
Join the Runners’ Circle to be a part of this meeting. The exact meeting locations will be sent to members of the Runners’ Circle
Temple Beth El Members can sign up to be part of a Circle here.

Shabbat Evening Services: Celebrating Black History Month with Hued Songs
2024-02-16 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Our clergy will be joined by the acclaimed Black singing group, HUED SONGS for a service that will raise the roof with uplifting music, along with a panel discussion with Artistic Director, Kunya Rowley and Miriam King, Artist and Founder of E.V.E. Consulting Firm.
Sponsored by Friends of Music and the Arts.
Join us in person at the Schaefer Family Campus or watch online.

Livestream YouTube Facebook

Beyachad Teen at the Schaefer Family Campus
2024-02-16 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-02-11 12:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
8th through 12th graders and their adults delve deep into the Jewish connection to the Civil Rights Journey. Facilitated by Rabbi Greg Weisman and Rabbi Elana Rabishaw.

No School- Staff Development Day
2024-02-16 | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
The Beth El Early Learning Center will be closed on February 16, 2024 for Staff Development Day.

Parenthood Presents: Girls' Night Out - Vino & Vinyasa
2024-02-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Early Learning Center and Parent Tribe Moms,
Join us at the Beck Family Campus for “Vino & Vinyasa,” an evening of relaxation and indulgence! First, you’ll sip and savor exquisite wines paired with delightful bites and charcuterie. Then, it’s time to unwind with a rejuvenating yoga class in the Breezeway. Embrace good vibes, great company, and a touch of bliss! Don’t miss out on this perfect girls’ night filled with laughter, love, and the finer things in life.
RSVP here to secure your spot for a night of fun! Space is limited. Please bring your own yoga mat. If you do not have a mat, please bring a towel.

Bar/Bat Mitzvah Class
2024-02-15 17:30 - 18:15 (America/New_York) | https://tbeboca.org/event/bar-bat-mitzvah-class-16/
Students who will become Bar/Bat Mitzvah between January 1, 2025 and June 30, 2025 are invited to this online clergy led 9 week course.
Link will be provided via email.

Spring Mommy & Me Class (18-24 months)
2024-02-15 09:15 - 10:45, 2024-02-13 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

The Steve Brown Commemorative Bike Days - 3's
2024-02-14 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Children can bring their bicycles to school and ride the track, navigating through our signals and signs. Helmets are required.

Tuesday Middle School (& 10th) at the Beck Family Campus
2024-02-13 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
6th, 7th, 8th and 10th Grade Religious School classes at the Beck Family Campus.

Middle School Mixers Before Religious School
2024-02-13 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Come for dinner and a social experience with your peers!
Dinner is served from 6:00pm to 6:30pm
Social Experience is from 6:30pm to 7:00pm

Beth El Rocks Teen Band
2024-02-13 17:15 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
The Temple Beth El Teen Band is an inclusive and exciting way for students to deepen their connections to music and our community through melodies, both sacred and secular. Teens learn about a variety of musical styles, as well as have opportunities for performances at the Temple and beyond.
Want to learn more fill out our Interest Form, or email Cantorial Soloist Jake.

Tuesday Religious School at the Beck Family Campus
2024-02-13 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
1st Grade through 5th Grade Religious School classes at the Beck Family Campus.

Beth El Circles: Mah Jongg Circle Meetup
2024-02-13 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
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!

Spring Mommy & Me Class (12-18 Months)
2024-02-13 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

The Steve Brown Commemorative Bike Days - 4's
2024-02-13 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Beth El Circles: Conversational Hebrew Circle Meeting
2024-02-12 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Moderate Conversational Hebrew at 2:00 pm
Meetings are weekly on Zoom at 2:00 pm for Moderate Conversational Hebrew
Join the Conversational Hebrew Circle to be a part of this meeting on Zoom. The Zoom link to join will be sent to members of the Conversational Hebrew Circle.
Temple Beth El Members can sign up to be part of a Circle here.

Beth El Circles: Cooks' Corner Meeting
2024-02-12 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Let’s get together to share our favorite recipes through friendly conversation via a happy hour! We will focus on a different cooking topic each time.
RSVP is required for the limited number of in-person spots.
Join the Cooks’ Corner Circle to be a part of this meeting. The meeting information will be sent to members of the Cooks’ Corner Circle.
Temple Beth El Members can sign up to be part of a Circle here.

The Banned Book Club
2024-02-11 12:15 - 13:45 (America/New_York)
This is a book club for those in grades 7-12 who say NO to book Censorship. Through the year we will have regular book discussions, create art, and culminate our experience with a Shabbat Service giving our perspective on book censorship and what it means for our future.
Reading list in no particular order. The Diary of Anne Franke, My Sisters Keeper, The Perks of Being a Wall Flower, The Kite Runner, and Looking for Alaska. The books that have been chosen all have been on a list for censorship or to be banned somewhere in the United States.
All Banned Book Club Meeting Dates:
August 27, October 1, November 12, January 21, February 11, April 5th (Censorship shabbat led by teens), April 7
For more information about this program, please contact Ross Glinkenhouse.
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Laundering Antisemitism: Identity Politics and the University with Professor Marc Dollinger
2024-02-11 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
In partnership with the Jewish Community Relations Council of South Palm Beach County, Temple Beth El is welcoming Professor Marc Dollinger of San Francisco State University. Professor Dollinger will share his own experiences as a Jewish academic of confronting antisemitism, and help us understand what is going on on university campuses today.
Register to join us at the Schaefer Family Campus, or watch on Livestream.
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Livestream

Rosh Chodesh: Mind, Body, Spirit
2024-02-11 09:15 - 10:45 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Take a little time to focus on yourself, to breathe and to bond with other incredible women in our community. We will use Brene Brown’s Book, The Gifts of Imperfection, as an anchor for meaningful and interactive discussions framed with Jewish wisdom to welcome each new month. This program will be led by Cantorial Soloist Michelle Auslander Cohen and Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah. Coffee and light refreshments will be available.
Please note our location for February: Schaefer Family Campus
Dates this year include:

August 20 – Elul – Cultivating Authenticity: Letting Go of What People Think
October 15 – Cheshvan – Cultivating Self Compassion: Letting Go of Perfectionism
November 12 – Kislev – Cultivating a Resilient Spirit: Letting Go of Numbing and Powerlessness
December 10 – Tevet – Cultivating Gratitude and Joy: Letting Go of Scarcity and Fear of the Dark
January 21 – Sh’vat – Cultivating Intuition and Trusting Faith: Letting Go of the Need for Certainty
February 11 – Adar I – Cultivating Creativity: Letting Go of Comparison
March 10 – Adar II – Cultivating Play and Rest: Letting Go of Exhaustion as a Status Symbol and Productivity as Self-Worth
April 14 – Nisan – Cultivating Calm and Stillness: Letting Go of Anxiety as a Lifestyle
May 19 – Iyar – Cultivating Meaningful Work: Letting Go of Self-Doubt and “Supposed To”
June 2 – Sivan – Cultivating Laughter, Song, and Dance: Letting Go of Being Cool and “Always in Control”

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Religious School at the Beck Family Campus
2024-02-11 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Kindergarten through 5th Grade Religious School classes begin at the Beck Family Campus.

Religious School at the Schaefer Family Campus
2024-02-11 09:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Kindergarten through 6th Grade Religious School classes begin at the Schaefer Family Campus.

Teacher Assistant Program
2024-02-11 08:45 - 12:15 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Our Teacher Assistants’ (TA’s) work as a partner to the teacher and role model to the students in our classrooms. Ta’s are encouraged to share their skills while leading and also supporting the learning going on in the classrooms. Because these teens are helping younger students learn in a Jewish environment, we feel its important they are also are Jewish learners themselves. Teens must be enrolled in Teen Beyachad or Tuesday Night Classes in order to be a teacher Assistant. This is a year long Commitment where teens can receive either Community service hours or a stipend paid out twice a year. Participants in this program can choose to work Sundays / Tuesday afternoons or both.
If you have any questions about this program, please email Ross Glinkenhouse.

2nd Annual Beth El Teens vs Brotherhood Softball
2024-02-10 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Countess de Hoernle Park / Spanish River Athletic Facility Park, 1000 Spanish River Blvd, Boca Raton, FL, 33431, United States
Come out for a friendly game of softball and all are invited to play.
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If you have any questions please contact Ross Glinkenhouse or Mike Sirowitz

The "Art" of Torah and Israel with Rabbi Matthew Berkowitz
2024-02-10 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
It is said that there are shivim panim la’Torah, seventy faces to Torah – a multiplicity of interpretations. Art provides a unique and compelling lens into Tanakh. This session will explore the nexus point between bible and the world of art, exploring how art serves as visual midrash for our understanding of Torah.
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Part of the Rabbi Matthew Berkowitz Artist-in-Residence Weekend
Sponsored by The Procacci Family Artist in Residence Endowment and Friends of Music and the Arts.
Other Events:

Our Story, Our Land – Thursday, February 8 at 7:30 pm – Learn more and Register.

ABOUT RABBI MATTHEW BERKOWITZ
Rabbi Matthew Berkowitz, an accomplished educator and artist, is Vice President of the Schechter Institutes, Jerusalem. From 1999 to 2008, he served as JTS’s Senior Rabbinic Fellow based in NY and Florida, responsible for cultivating and expanding the donor base and teaching adult learning groups throughout the United States. From 2009, he served as Director of Israel Programs for JTS working closely with rabbinical and cantorial students to significantly enrich their Israel experience.
He is a founding partner of Kol HaOt studio project in Jerusalem’s Artist Lane – which weaves the arts deeply into Jewish learning. Rabbi Berkowitz is the author and illuminator of Passover Landscapes: Illuminations on the Exodus and the widely used Lovell Haggadah published by Schechter in 2008. Matt is a Wexner Graduate fellow alumnus and serves on the faculty of The Wexner Heritage Program.
