Temple Beth El of Boca Raton

A Tisha B'Av Observance: Through the Years, Through the Tears
2023-07-26 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | FL
With as much sadness as if it happened yesterday, annually the Jewish people stop and mourn the destruction of the Ancient Temple that stood in Jerusalem and its destruction on the 9th day of the Hebrew month of Av. This Observance of Tisha B’Av through word, song and verse will help us better understand this fast day through a modern lens. Led by Rabbi Jessica Spitalnic Mates and Cantor Lori Brock.

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Obstacle Water Slide for Olympic Week
2023-07-26 | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
The children will compete in their color teams climbing and sliding on a super fun giant water slide.

Beth El Circles: Yoga Circle
2023-07-25 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | FL
It’s time to roll out your yoga mat and discover the combination of physical and mental exercises that have hooked yoga practitioners around the globe. The beauty of yoga is that you don’t have to be an expert to reap the benefits. Whether you are young or old, overweight or fit, yoga has the power to calm the mind and strengthen the body. Don’t be intimidated, yoga is for everyone.
Join the Yoga Circle to be a part of this meeting. The meeting information will be sent to members of the Yoga Circle.
Temple Beth El Members can sign up to be part of a Circle here.

Beth El Circles: Mah Jongg Circle Meetup
2023-07-25 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-07-18 13:00 - 16:00, 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 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | 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!

Sababa: Fall Out Boy Concert
2023-07-24 18:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | iThink Financial Amphitheatre, 601-7 Sansburys Way, West Palm Beach, FL, 33411, United States
If you are a Young Jewish Professional in your 20s or 30s, join Sababa for a Fall Out Boy Concert at the iThink Arena!
$36 per person
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Olympic Week
2023-07-24 - 2023-07-28 | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Wear our camp colors, blue and white as we enjoy our very own Olympics to mark the last week of camp. We will offer a variety of Olympic style games in our Big Backyard. We will finish these games with our very own awards ceremony to honor our incredible child athletes.

Torah Study with Rabbi Dan Levin
2023-07-22 09:30 - 10:30, 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

Torah Study with Rabbi Elana Rabishaw
2023-07-22 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 Elana for Saturday morning Torah study.
In person and Virtual at the links below.
Zoom Link Livestream

Shabbat Evening Services: Looking Back, Moving Forward
2023-07-21 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus, 333 SW 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
As we begin the book of Deuteronomy, Moses reviews many events of the Jew’s 40-year journey from Egypt to Sinai to the Promised Land. We will reflect on the philosophy of Seneca and the friends and enemies Moses made along the way. We will also offer a special blessing to everyone born in the month of July.
Join us in person at the Schaefer Family Campus or watch online.
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Kona Ice Truck Visit
2023-07-21 | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
A shaved ice treat is the perfect way to cool off from the inside out on a hot, Florida summer day.

Superhero Dress-Up Parade
2023-07-19 | Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus, 9800 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Dress your child up as their favorite superhero! They’ll have a blast showing off their costumes to their friends during our Amazing Superhero Parade!

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!

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.

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.
