Temple Beth El of Boca Raton

Beth El Circles: Mah Jongg Circle Meetup
2025-10-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-04 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!

Tuesday Religious School at the Beck Family Campus
2025-10-28 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-04 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Beth El Circles: Movie Time Circle
2025-10-28 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Watch the Circle’s movie choice of the month and follow it up with an online discussion with other members.
October Movie: Live Twice, Love Once.
To receive the Zoom link and details, please join the Movie Time Circle.
Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!

Tuesday Evening Religious School - High School and 6th Grade
2025-10-28 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Lunch & Learn: The Life and Work of Rabbi Michael Marmur
2025-10-29 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 Dan Levin
NEW DAY! Lunch & Learn will meet on Wednesdays in October.
We will explore the incredible life and work of Rabbi Michael Marmur, who will join us in November for our first Wonder and Wisdom series.
Join us in person at the Schaefer Family Campus or online.
Zoom Link Livestream YouTube

Shugar Family Introduction to Judaism Program
2025-10-29 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-11-05 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.

The Giving Tree Holiday Wish List Assist
2025-10-31 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
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: Celebrating October Birthdays
2025-10-31 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
We will celebrate everyone born in the month of October and offer them a special blessing.

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Submit your Menorah's story for our Celebration of Legacy & Light Menorah Exhibit
2025-11-01 - 2025-11-14
Does your Chanukah Menorah have a story? Share it with us!
This December, Temple Beth El will feature a special exhibit of Chanukah menorahs in our Schaefer Family Campus lobby—each with a meaningful story to tell.
Was your menorah passed down through generations? Carried across continents? Part of a milestone or memory? Whatever its journey, your menorah’s story can inspire and connect our community.
If you’d like to participate, please submit:

A photo of your menorah
A short story (150 words or less)
Submit by Friday, November 14. If your menorah is selected, we will let you know by Friday, November 21 and send you next steps.

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Selected menorahs will be displayed throughout December as part of our Celebration of Legacy & Light Exhibit. Not all menorahs will be selected. As a reminder, if we select your menorah, you will not have it during Chanukah for your own private use.

Beth El Circles: Runners Circle Meetup
2025-11-01 05:30 - 07:30 (America/New_York)
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 Laila Haas
2025-11-01 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 Laila Haas for Saturday morning Torah Study.
In person and Virtual at the links below.
Zoom Link Livestream

Shabbat Morning Minyan
2025-11-01 10:45 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Join us for a monthly Shabbat morning experience that combines the ancient words of our sages with the timeless power of music. This enlightening experience will bring spiritual nourishment through song, prayer, and the study of Torah.
In person at the Schaefer Family Campus.

Middle School Night at Xtreme Action Park
2025-11-01 17:15 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
An Evening of Fun & Adventure at Xtreme Action Park!
Arcade games, go-karts, ropes course, laser tag, and more! Whether you’re is in it for the competition or just here for the laughs, it’s guaranteed to be a night of nonstop fun with friends.
🚌 Round-trip bus transportation from the Beck Family Campus — arrive by 5:15 pm.💲 $54 for Temple Beth El members🎉 Open to all students in 6th–8th grade
Don’t miss out—spots will go fast!
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Sunday Religious School at the Beck Family Campus
2025-11-02 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

2nd Grade Family Day
2025-11-02 09:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Jacobson Family Food Pantry, 430 S. Congress Ave, Delray beach, FL, 33445, United States
Students learn, share, and give back together with their adults and our clergy.
Join us on Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 9:30–11:30am at the Jacobson Family Food Pantry.
Please RSVP using the Google Form sent via the weekly Religious School email or on the Padlet.

6th Grade Sunday Religious School
2025-11-02 12:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Backyard Explorers Mini Circle
2025-11-02 12:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Backyard Explorers Mini Circle is an outdoor adventure for kindergarten through 2nd grade students, packed with fun in our big backyard! Kids will connect with friends, play with our outdoor equipment, and enjoy active games.
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Wonder Workshop Mini Circle - Session 3
2025-11-02 12:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Join us for this hands-on, high-energy Mini Circle where creativity meets cool tools! Students will explore a mix of classic crafts, imaginative games, and cutting-edge technology! Please note that priority will be given to students who did not participate in the first session.
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Snap and See Mini Circle
2025-11-02 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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Divine Inspiration: Senior Cantorial Associate Michelle Auslander Cohen in Concert
2025-11-02 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Come and enjoy the beautiful voice of our Senior Cantorial Associate, Michelle Auslander Cohen, in “Divine Inspiration,” a concert showcasing stunning opera arias, emotive Broadway songs, and heartfelt Jewish liturgical music. This powerful blend of genres guarantees a memorable experience that will leave you feeling connected, enriched, and inspired.
Michelle welcomes esteemed tenor Gerardo Ortega to join her in this wonderful evening. Mr. Ortega is Artistic Administrator of the Downtowner Concert Series and Director of Music at First Church Miami, and three-time Miami Individual Artist Award Winner of the Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs as a performer, composer and recording artist. His recent stage credits include debuts with New Orleans Opera as Arturo in Lucia di Lammermoor and Orchestra Miami’s The Road of Promise.
$100 Reserved Benefactor Seating
$36 Preferred
$18 General
$10 Student
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Bereavement Group
2025-11-03 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
2025-11-03 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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!

Lunch & Learn: Who Are the Jews—And Who Can We Become? Exploring the Work of Rabbi Donniel Hartman
2025-11-04 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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Man in My Life - 4's classes
2025-11-04 09:30 - 10:30 UTC | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
The Beth El Early Learning Center students are inviting the special men in their lives to join them for a fun circle time filled with giggles, stories, and songs, followed by a bagel party in the Breezeway!
Click here to register.
*To keep this event special for our students, we request that only one guest attend for each child.

Tuesday Evening Religious School - Middle School and Confirmation
2025-11-04 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Man in My Life - 2's classes & Puppy Pals
2025-11-05 09:30 - 10:30 UTC | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States

Wise Living 2.0 - A Meaningful Life: Creating a Mussar Practice
2025-11-05 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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