Temple Beth El of Boca Raton

Beth El Circles: Art & Soul Circle Meetup - Gallery Tour
2025-11-12 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Join other members and lovers of art for a docent-led gallery tour and optional lunch.
To receive all the details of this meetup, please join the Art & Soul Circle.
Whether you’re a lifelong art lover or just beginning to explore your creative side, this Circle celebrates artistic expression in all its forms—visual, musical, and more. We’ll visit museums & galleries, attend live concerts, and come together for relaxed, hands-on creative sessions. All are welcome! Whether you’re eager to deepen your cultural experience or simply seeking a peaceful way to unwind, join us in a supportive, soul-nourishing space where creativity, community, and culture come alive.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!

Shugar Family Introduction to Judaism Program
2025-11-12 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-11-19 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Interested in a deeper understanding of the basics of Jewish life or thinking about converting to Judaism? Then Temple Beth El’s Introduction to Judaism class might be for you. This 18-session weekly course taught by our clergy with other experts in the community covers topics such as holidays, customs, life-cycle events, values, theology, prayers and rituals, Jewish texts, history, and Hebrew.
Introduction to Judaism is open to Jews and non-Jews alike. Often, a Jewish partner, friend, or family member will choose to accompany the prospective convert to the classes. This class is also useful for non-Jews who do not intend to convert but are interested in learning more about Judaism. It is also helpful for people who were born and raised as Jews but feel as though they never received a solid Jewish education. All are welcome.
Please note: this is not a drop-in course. Registration is required for the full 18-session program so participants can enjoy the complete learning experience.
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Contact Aileen Spilka, Clergy Senior Associate, at ASpilka@tbeboca.org or call 561-391-8900 for more information.

Brotherhood Panel: AI in Action
2025-11-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Everyone is talking about AI…but what do you actually DO about it?
Join Temple Beth El Brotherhood for a dynamic evening of “AI IN ACTION”, exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we live, work, and connect.
This interactive, town-hall style event will feature three leading experts shaping the future of AI.
Panelists include:

Karin Klein, Founding Partner at Bloomberg Beta, an early-stage venture capital firm investing in the future of work and artificial intelligence.
Matt Savarick, CEO and Co-Founder of Vibe GTM, helping organizations scale intelligently through AI-powered systems that multiply human potential.
Tanner Stevens, AI Product Strategy Principal at Slalom, known for building responsible, audit-ready AI systems across industries from finance to healthcare.
Moderated by William Haas Evans, founder of Fugue and global expert in foresight and human-centered design, the evening will blend discussion, live audience exercises, and community dialogue.

This isn’t a lecture. It’s a town hall and networking opportunity.
Bring your questions, our experts will bring frameworks forged in billions of dollars of real-world AI experience. We’ll have live exercises so you experience AI firsthand, not just hear about it.
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About the Panelists
Karin Klein is a founding partner at Bloomberg Beta, an early-stage venture capital firm investing in the future of work with a focus on artificial intelligence. Prior to launching Bloomberg Beta, she led new initiatives at Bloomberg, oversaw Softbank’s venture team that reviewed new investments, and co-founded an educational training business for children. Karin also currently serves on the board of directors for Regency Centers and Paramount and enjoys volunteering as a mentor with Techstars, the University of Toronto’s Creative Destruction Lab, and the New York City Economic Development Corporation. She has an M.B.A. from The Wharton School and is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the Annenberg School of Communications and The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Matt Savarick is CEO and Co-Founder of Vibe GTM, where he helps B2B companies install AI-powered revenue systems that scale without burnout. With 15+ years scaling companies like Headspace and Talkspace, Matt specializes in building what he calls “compounding leverage” – systems that multiply output without multiplying effort. His Lean Revenue Engine™ has helped 100+ executives generate over $500M in new revenue while doubling efficiency per employee. Drawing on expertise in neuroscience and behavioral science, Matt bridges cutting-edge AI implementation with human-centered leadership, helping organizations grow intelligently rather than just growing bigger.

Tanner Stevens is a rare AI builder-strategist who repeatedly turns frontier ideas into dependable, audit-ready systems at scale. He creates knowledge-linked generative applications, document intelligence pipelines, and vision-driven decision tools that respect privacy by default and operate near the point of work—even in demanding field environments. His impact spans telecom, finance, public sector, healthcare, sports, and travel, with launches for organizations such as Moody’s Analytics, Warner Brothers, Boulder, Comcast, CareFirst, and Janus Henderson Investors. Beyond inventing breakthrough capabilities, he installs the surrounding production discipline—repeatable evaluation, live oversight, and release practices—so the innovation endures and earns trust from boards, regulators, and front-line operators alike. Known for creative yet defensible applications—agentic workflows with immutable, policy-approved content; small-data strategies (self-supervised pre-training, K-Fold, synthetic data) that reach production-grade quality—Tanner pairs scientific rigor with operational credibility to deliver AI that ships, scales, and stands up to audit.

William Haas Evans integrates foresight and strategy with Human-Centered Design to help global organizations adapt, shape, and grow their markets. He founded Fugue, a boutique strategic advisory firm working with global clients to navigate complex transitions and build sustainable futures. Will has led strategic initiatives for Fortune 50 companies across diverse industries, including Johnson & Johnson, Whirlpool, Autotrader, and Hearst. He has designed and launched game-changing unicorns like Kayak.com and Honey, and transformed enterprise product organizations to accelerate cultures of continuous discovery and delivery.
Inspired by the next generation of design thinkers and lean innovators, Will served as the first Design-Thinker-in-Residence at NYU’s Stern School of Business. He has run design hackathons with Simon Sinek at TED Global and keynoted internationally on foresight, strategy, innovation, and service design at conferences including SxSW, TEDx, Dubai Futures Forum, GCGC Riyadh, and Agile Alliance.
Will earned his Master’s from MIT in Cognitive and Brain Science and Human-Computer Interaction, and a Bachelor’s in Mathematics from Occidental College. He is JONAH-certified in Theory of Constraints from the Goldratt Institute in Israel. Will lives in Boca Raton with his wife, Rabbi Laila Haas, and their five-year-old son Asher, who is embracing beginner’s mind and developing his craft as a designer.

Beth El Circles: Art & Soul Circle Weekly Meetup
2025-11-14 12:15 - 14:15, 2025-11-21 12:15 - 14:15 (America/New_York) | FL
Whether you’re a lifelong art lover or just beginning to explore your creative side, this Circle celebrates artistic expression in all its forms—visual, musical, and more. We’ll visit museums & galleries, attend live concerts, and come together for relaxed, hands-on creative sessions. All are welcome! Whether you’re eager to deepen your cultural experience or simply seeking a peaceful way to unwind, join us in a supportive, soul-nourishing space where creativity, community, and culture come alive.
To receive all the details of this meetup, please join the Art & Soul Circle.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!

Be Thankful Tot Shabbat & Pizza Dinner
2025-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Join us for a yummy pizza dinner, and afterwards let’s come together in gratitude, giving thanks for our blessings as we welcome Shabbat with a special family service filled with joy, connection, and community.
Registration is required. Click here to sign up!
Oneg to be sponsored by Dancing Dolphins (115) & Busy Bees (116).

The Giving Tree Holiday Wish List Assist
2025-11-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Please pick a Holiday Wish List from The Giving Tree. While many of us look forward to to joy of the holiday season, for those in our community facing poverty or hardship, holiday time can feel especially difficult. With your help, The Giving Tree spreads holiday cheer to more than 2,000 children, families, and seniors in our local community.
Volunteers will be at Shabbat services on the following dates to help you pick a wish list. The Giving Tree Holiday Wish Lists are available on both campuses and online at thegivingtreeboca.org.

Friday, October 31 at the Schaefer Family Campus – 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service
Friday, November 7 at the Schaefer Family Campus – 6:00 pm Shabbat Evening Service
Friday, November 14 at the Beck Family Campus – 6:00 pm Tot Shabbat
Friday, November 14 at the Schaefer Family Campus – 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service
Friday, November 21 at the Schaefer Family Campus – 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service
Friday, November 28 at the Schaefer Family Campus – 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service

Shabbat Evening Services: Israel Solidarity Shabbat
2025-11-14 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
We will gather together as a community – Am Yisrael – for a special Shabbat service to strengthen our connections and express our solidarity with the land and people of Israel. “Od lo avda tikvteinu” – we have not yet lost hope – will resonate throughout our prayers, uplifting melodies, and personal reflections, honoring our shared heritage and commitment to standing united during challenging times.

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Beth El Circles: Runners Circle Meetup
2025-11-15 05:30 - 07:30 (America/New_York) | FL
Lace up your running shoes and join fellow Temple Beth El members for a fun and energizing run!
We meet every Saturday:

5:30 am at the Walgreens location
6:00 am at the Palmetto location

Each run is about 5 miles, with different stopping points along the way.
To receive exact location and details, please join the Runners’ Circle.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!

Torah Study with Rabbi Dan Levin
2025-11-15 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 Levin for Saturday morning Torah Study.
In person and Virtual at the links below.
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Sunday Religious School at the Beck Family Campus
2025-11-16 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Sisterhood: The Winning Hand Game Day & Brunch
2025-11-16 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of games, friendship, and delicious food at our first annual Winning Hand Game Day & Brunch. Play Canasta, Mah Jongg, Rummikub and any game you enjoy! Bring your friends and your own Mah Jongg sets, Mah Jongg League cards, playing cards, board games, etc. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the table, this event is a wonderful way to connect, play, and enjoy a relaxing day together.
Games Offered: Canasta, Mah Jongg, Rummikub and more!
$45 per Member, $60 per Guest
Prices increase by $5 per person as of Thursday, November 6.
Last day to register is Wednesday, November 12.
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For questions, please contact:

Lori Caflun at lcaflun@gmail.com
Jenna Caflun at jennacaflun@gmail.com

6th Grade Sunday Religious School
2025-11-16 12:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Snap and See Mini Circle
2025-11-16 12:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Welcome to Snap & See Mini Circle—a hands-on photography club for students in 2nd -4th grades! Guided by a pro, students will explore storytelling through photography with fun, creative themes. No fancy gear needed—just curiosity and a spark of creativity!
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Beyachad Teen
2025-11-16 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
A family learning program for teens and their adults.

Bereavement Group
2025-11-17 10:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
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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Beth El Circles: Conversational Hebrew Circle Meeting
2025-11-17 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Conversational Hebrew weekly on Zoom at 1:00 pm
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.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!

Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
2025-11-17 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Congregation Shaarei Kodesh, 19785-1 Hampton Drive, Boca Raton, 33434, United States
Thanksgiving is a time to recognize the blessings we have received and show our gratitude. All are invited to join the many houses of worship in Boca Raton gathered together for an Interfaith Thanksgiving Seder. We will share reflections on appreciating our gifts through symbolic foods and meaningful questions, and hear from faith leaders in our community, including Temple Beth El’s clergy.
No cost to attend.
Location: Congregation Shaarei Kodesh
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Hosted by the Boca Raton Interfaith Clergy Association

Lunch & Learn: Who Are the Jews—And Who Can We Become? Exploring the Work of Rabbi Donniel Hartman
2025-11-18 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Taught by Rabbi Laila Haas
This six-session course explores Rabbi Donniel Hartman’s book, Who Are the Jews—And Who Can We Become?, exploring the evolving story of Jewish identity. We will examine the tension between Genesis Judaism (identity through belonging) and Exodus Judaism (identity through values and practice) and consider how their interplay shapes our collective story and helps us write the next part of our story.
Join us in person at the Schaefer Family Campus or online.
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Beth El Circles: Mah Jongg Circle Meetup
2025-11-18 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!

Tuesday Religious School at the Beck Family Campus
2025-11-18 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Tuesday Evening Religious School - Middle School and Confirmation
2025-11-18 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Parenthood Meeting
2025-11-19 09:30 - 10:30 UTC | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Parenthood is a group of parents dedicated to the Beth El Early Learning Center. Parenthood’s motto is: Talk-Join-Connect-Create a Legacy. Our hope is that all Beth El Early Learning Center parents and grandparents will become involved. It all starts by talking and getting to know one another. From there, we hope parents will join this program to make lasting connections and friendships. Building an interwoven community of parents is a large part of our mission. Creating a legacy with positive memories for the children is paramount.
Not a member yet? Click here to join Parenthood!
Can’t attend in person? Zoom in!

School Picture Make-Up Day
2025-11-19 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
If your child missed picture day, please send them photo ready on Wednesday, November 20th for picture make-up day. TSS Photography will be taking photos from 9:30am to 11:00am. To ensure your child is able to take a make-up photo, please make sure they are in school during those hours.

After picture make-up day, you will receive an email from TSS Photography directly offering you packages for purchase.

Wise Living 2.0 - A Meaningful Life: Creating a Mussar Practice
2025-11-19 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Built on the foundation of the Wise Living curriculum, this course invites participants into greater depth as we work toward cultivating spiritual qualities and embracing life’s transitions. This four-session class (with an optional fifth session) delves deeper into our inner lives through the use advanced Mussar practices, text study, contemplative tools, and peer dialogue to expand spiritual resilience and deepen soul traits.
This class is only for those who have already completed the original Wise Living / Wise Aging program and are ready for a more advanced, integrative spiritual practice based on Mussar teachings and techniques.
Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah and Rabbi Greg Weisman will co-facilitate these classes.
This is not a beginner’s class—it’s a sacred deepening space. If you’re ready to enrich your practice, sustain your spiritual discipline, and live life with greater mindfulness, intention and heart, join us.
$50 participation fee, includes a copy of “Everyday Holiness” by Alan Morinis
*Please note that we need a minimum of 8 people to run this program.
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Beth El Circles: Yiddish Yacking Circle Meeting
2025-11-20 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | https://tbeboca.org/event/beth-el-circles-yiddish-yacking-circle-4/
Did your Bubbe speak to you in Yiddish? Are you a baleboste? Do you like to lay your keppie on your pillow? Join this Circle to learn and speak Yiddish with other members. Soon your new friends will be kvelling over your Yiddish skills! Sign up now to get connected!
To receive zoom link and details, please join the Yiddish Yacking Circle.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!

Unity for Israel Dessert Reception Honoring Judith Chason
2025-11-20 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Join together with Israel Bonds Palm Beach, Adam Hasner (President of Florida Atlantic University), and fourteen synagogues around Palm Beach as we honor Temple Beth El member, Judith Chason, and celebrate unity for Israel.
$25 per person
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Kol HaNeshama Service in the Round
2025-11-21 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Welcome Shabbat with a peaceful mind and an open heart at our service in the round at the Schaefer Family Campus. Through the use of niggunim (wordless melody) and inspiring melodies and words, we will deepen our connection to ourselves, to each other and the Holy One.
Join us in person at the Schaefer Family Campus.
