Temple Beth El of Boca Raton

Teen Tuesdays - 8th & 9th Grades
2026-10-06 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Teen Tuesdays - 11th & 12th Grades
2026-10-06 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Wednesday Religious School
2026-10-07 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-14 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States

Thriving Not Surviving: Wisdom & Wonder Series with Guest Speaker Dr. Zohar Raviv
2026-10-07 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
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 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
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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Tapestries: Al-Anon Family Group Meeting
2026-10-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-16 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
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.

Creation Tot Shabbat
2026-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
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Shabbat Evening Services with Guest Speaker Dr. Zohar Raviv (Wisdom & Wonder)
2026-10-09 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Join us for a meaningful Shabbat evening of healing and renewal as we read the story of creation, Parashat Bereishit. Dr. Zohar Raviv of Taglit-Birthright Israel will offer inspiring insights on the story of creation, and the incredible journey of Jewish peoplehood.

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Beth El Circles: Runners Circle Meetup
2026-10-10 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!

Bar Mitzvah of Sage Melzer
2026-10-10 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Join us at the Schaefer Family Campus or watch on our livestream.
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Torah Study with Rabbi Dan Levin
2026-10-10 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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Bat Mitzvah of Stella Bailin
2026-10-10 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States

Bat Mitzvah of Mia Berro
2026-10-10 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States

8th Grade Madrichim
2026-10-11 08:45 - 12:15 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
8th graders enrolled in our Sunday morning Madrichim program learn to be teacher assistants in our Religious School program.

Sunday Religious School
2026-10-11 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | FL

6th Grade Bar/Bat Mitzvah Orientation #2
2026-10-11 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
6th grade parents and students join clergy and education team to learn about the Bar/Bat Mitzvah process at Temple Beth El.

Art Mini Circle
2026-10-11 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
A fun, creative space where students can explore different art projects, try new techniques, and connect with friends through hands-on making and creativity.

School Portraits with TSS Photography
2026-10-12 09:00 - 2026-10-14 13:00 UTC | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Professional photographers from TSS Photography will take both class and individual student portraits on your child’s assigned day. Please send your child to school dressed ‘photo ready’ on their picture day. To ensure your child is included in the class photo, please have them at school no later than 9:00 am and remain until 1:00 pm on their scheduled day. A personalized proof link of your child’s image will be emailed to you directly from TSS after your child’s picture day. You will be able to view proofs, packages & order your photos from that link.

Bereavement Group
2026-10-12 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 Virtual Meeting
2026-10-12 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Connect with fellow members from the comfort of your home, or anywhere, while practicing the language of our Jewish people. Whether you’re an experienced Hebrew speaker or looking to build your skills and confidence, all are welcome!
To receive the Zoom link, please join the Conversational Hebrew Circle.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!

Beth El Circles: Canasta Circle Meetup
2026-10-12 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Are you ready to Meld Match? Let’s ‘find your ally’ to play this rummy like game. Join the fun to play with other members.
*In addition to our experienced/advanced players, we are now welcoming beginners who would like to play during the day. We will have tables grouped by levels. So feel free to join us!
To receive the details, please join the Canasta (Day) Circle.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!

Lunch & Learn: The Wholeness of a Broken Heart - Pathways to Resilience and Renewal with Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah
2026-10-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
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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Beth El Circles: Mah Jongg Circle Meetup
2026-10-13 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Get your Mahj on! This Beth El circle lets you ‘break down your wall’ between you and others. Join the fun to play with other members.
*This Day Group is welcoming ADVANCED players only.
To receive all the details, please join the Mah Jongg (Day) Circle.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!

Tuesday Religious School
2026-10-13 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Teen Tuesdays - 7th Grade
2026-10-13 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | FL

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 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
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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Social Justice Committee Meeting: The Giving Tree - Past, Present and Future
2026-10-14 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Any Temple Beth El member with an interest in Social Justice is invited to attend and get involved in our Social Justice Work. Inspired by our Jewish values and deeply concerned with injustice in today’s world, our Social Justice Committee works to create meaningful change through both Social Action (helping meet people’s needs today) and Civic Engagement (advocating for lasting change).
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Parsha Perspectives
2026-10-16 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
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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