While many of us look forward to the joy of the holiday season, for those in our community facing poverty or hardship, this time of year can feel especially difficult. With your kindness and generosity, The Giving Tree of Temple Beth El is able to provide Christmas, Chanukah, and other holiday gifts to over 2,000 […]
On view at the Schaefer Family Campus November 2 - 30 Experience ceremonial works from the private collection of internationally acclaimed artist Tobi Kahn, whose art has been exhibited in major museums and galleries around the world. Through contemporary ritual objects, Kahn explores the intersection of Jewish tradition, spirituality, and the visual arts, revealing what […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join Rabbis Levin, Weisman and Boxman for a journey through the story and evolving meaning of Chanukah. We’ll begin with the historical world of the Maccabees and the events that gave rise to the holiday, then turn to the Talmud to discover how the rabbis reshaped the story of Chanukah for generations to come. Finally, […]
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 Daytime 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 […]
Looking for a meaningful way to get involved? Join the Membership & Engagement Committee and discover volunteer and leadership opportunities to give back to our Temple community. Whether you're welcoming new members, helping plan programming for empty nesters, or supporting other engagement initiatives, there's a place for you to make a difference. If you have […]
Join your fellow Temple Beth El parents for some Mahj on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Relax with some adult time while listening to the tiles clink on the tables. All playing abilities welcome! All sessions except for January 20 will be located at the Beck Family Campus. The address for January […]
Get your Mahj on! Ready to break down walls and build new friendships? Join fellow Mah Jongg lovers for a fun, relaxing evening of tiles, laughter, and connection! All skill levels are welcome in this nighttime group! Whether you're an experienced player or still a beginner, there's a seat at the table for you. To […]
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.
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.
6:00 pm Chanukah Shabbat Service 7:30 pm Chanukah Celebration Lights, camera… Chanukah! Join us for a festive Shabbat celebration as our clergy and choirs hit the big screen (well, almost!) in the hilarious “Maccabees Go to the Movies.” This entertaining parody will feature beloved movie music and unforgettable songs from the big screen. Characters like […]
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 […]
Join our clergy for a monthly Shabbat morning experience, that combines the ancient words of our sages with the beautiful power of music. A light nosh will be served following the service. In person at the Schaefer Family Campus.
Give yourself the gift of connection by joining our monthly Women's Rosh Chodesh gatherings for community, friendship, and spiritual growth. Together, we will explore Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah's new book, The Wholeness of a Broken Heart: Pathways to Resilience and Renewal. Through discussion and different modes of discovery, we will explore meaningful pathways to resilience, […]
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to the Beth El Early Learning Center with great selections for your preschool-aged children from December 7 – December 11! Buy books for Chanukah and support your school or shop for your child’s class book exchange! Gift wrapping supplies will be available. We will only be accepting credit […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Our PreK parents are invited to come see their children perform in an adorable Chanukah show! Afterwards, join us for a yummy latke celebration in the Breezeway. Registration for this event is required. Click here to RSVP.
Join Rabbis Levin, Weisman and Boxman for a journey through the story and evolving meaning of Chanukah. We’ll begin with the historical world of the Maccabees and the events that gave rise to the holiday, then turn to the Talmud to discover how the rabbis reshaped the story of Chanukah for generations to come. Finally, […]
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 Daytime 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 […]
Come Stitch With Us! Join us for our Tikkun Olam Needlepoint & Embroidery Group, where creativity and community come together to create meaningful handmade talismans for members of our temple family - reminders that they are cared for and supported. Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or a beginner, everyone is welcome to learn, create, and […]
Our Twos & Puppy Pals parents are invited to come join their children in a festive Chanukah Sing-a-long! Afterwards, join us for a yummy latke celebration in the Breezeway. Registration for this event is required. Click here to RSVP.
Come Knit & Crochet With Us! Join our Tikkun Olam Knitting & Crochet Group, where creativity and community come together to create healing blankets for members of our Temple family. These handmade blankets are gifted to those who are sick or recovering, offering comfort and a tangible reminder that they are cared for and supported […]
Enjoy a special Chanukah cabaret written, directed, and performed by our very own congregant, Rachel Matz Hunter, along with a talented group of friends. Featuring beloved songs that have made the journey from stage to screen, this festive evening will begin with the lighting of the Chanukah candles. As the candles glow, sit back and […]
Get your Mahj on! Ready to break down walls and build new friendships? Join fellow Mah Jongg lovers for a fun, relaxing evening of tiles, laughter, and connection! All skill levels are welcome in this nighttime group! Whether you're an experienced player or still a beginner, there's a seat at the table for you. To […]
Our Threes parents are invited to come see their children perform in an adorable Chanukah show! Afterwards, join us for a yummy latke celebration in the Breezeway. Registration for this event is required. Click here to RSVP.
Share the spirit of the season at a Giving Tree Wrap Party! The Giving Tree needs to wrap over 10,000 holiday presents for people in need in our community, and you can help! Sign up to wrap presents either from 12:00 - 2:00 pm or 2:00 - 4:00 pm at this fun, family-friendly volunteer opportunity. […]
Share the spirit of the season at a Giving Tree Wrap Party! The Giving Tree needs to wrap over 10,000 holiday presents for people in need in our community, and you can help! Sign up to wrap presents either from 12:00 - 2:00 pm or 2:00 - 4:00 pm at this fun, family-friendly volunteer opportunity. […]
Celebrate Hanukkah with Nefesh Social! Jewish adults in their 20s and 30s are invited to gather for a festive night filled with friends, food, drinks and dreidels. Catch up with your Nefesh community, meet someone new and celebrate the Festival of Lights together. Registration coming soon!
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.
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.
Get ready to spin those dreidels – it’s time for Chanukah Tot Shabbat! Join us for a yummy pizza dinner and Chanukah-themed Shabbat service led by our fantastic clergy. Let's celebrate the Festival of Lights with music, laughter, and plenty of holiday fun. We can't wait to celebrate with you! Registration is required. RSVP here! […]
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 […]
Come Knit & Crochet With Us! Join our Tikkun Olam Knitting & Crochet Group, where creativity and community come together to create healing blankets for members of our Temple family. These handmade blankets are gifted to those who are sick or recovering, offering comfort and a tangible reminder that they are cared for and supported […]
Come Stitch With Us! Join us for our Tikkun Olam Needlepoint & Embroidery Group, where creativity and community come together to create meaningful handmade talismans for members of our temple family - reminders that they are cared for and supported. Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or a beginner, everyone is welcome to learn, create, and […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join Rabbis Levin, Weisman and Boxman for a journey through the story and evolving meaning of Chanukah. We’ll begin with the historical world of the Maccabees and the events that gave rise to the holiday, then turn to the Talmud to discover how the rabbis reshaped the story of Chanukah for generations to come. Finally, […]
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 Daytime 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 […]
Is your nose always buried in a book, and do you love a good book discussion? Join fellow book lovers to discuss our Book of the Month, share your favorite reads, and even take a turn leading a meeting! To receive all the details, please join the Book Worms Circle. Members can sign up to […]
Join Rabbi Amy Pessah and yoga instructor Amy Appel for a transformative class that blends the physical discipline of yoga with the spiritual wisdom of Mussar, a Jewish ethical practice focused on personal growth and character development. In this unique monthly series, each session delves into a specific human attribute—such as perseverance, generosity, awe, and orderliness—and […]
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 […]
Join your fellow Temple Beth El parents for some Mahj on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Relax with some adult time while listening to the tiles clink on the tables. All playing abilities welcome! All sessions except for January 20 will be located at the Beck Family Campus. The address for January […]
Get your Mahj on! Ready to break down walls and build new friendships? Join fellow Mah Jongg lovers for a fun, relaxing evening of tiles, laughter, and connection! All skill levels are welcome in this nighttime group! Whether you're an experienced player or still a beginner, there's a seat at the table for you. To […]
Come Knit & Crochet With Us! Join our Tikkun Olam Knitting & Crochet Group, where creativity and community come together to create healing blankets for members of our Temple family. These handmade blankets are gifted to those who are sick or recovering, offering comfort and a tangible reminder that they are cared for and supported […]
Come Stitch With Us! Join us for our Tikkun Olam Needlepoint & Embroidery Group, where creativity and community come together to create meaningful handmade talismans for members of our temple family - reminders that they are cared for and supported. Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or a beginner, everyone is welcome to learn, create, and […]
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 […]
The Beth El Early Learning Center will be closed on Friday, December 18, for Parent-Teacher Conferences. Your child's teacher will be reaching out to you in a separate message to schedule a conference time. Parents will be meeting with teachers during their conference time (20 minutes each) to discuss their child’s progress and review their […]
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.
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 Daytime 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 […]
The Beth El Early Learning Center will be closed for Winter Break from Wednesday, December 23 through Friday, January 1. The school will reopen on Monday, January 4.
Get your Mahj on! Ready to break down walls and build new friendships? Join fellow Mah Jongg lovers for a fun, relaxing evening of tiles, laughter, and connection! All skill levels are welcome in this nighttime group! Whether you're an experienced player or still a beginner, there's a seat at the table for you. To […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 Daytime 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 […]
Watch the Circle's movie choice of the month and follow it up with a lively online discussion with other members. To receive the details and Zoom link, please join the Movie Time Circle. Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful Circles here!
Get your Mahj on! Ready to break down walls and build new friendships? Join fellow Mah Jongg lovers for a fun, relaxing evening of tiles, laughter, and connection! All skill levels are welcome in this nighttime group! Whether you're an experienced player or still a beginner, there's a seat at the table for you. To […]
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.
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 […]
Join our clergy for a monthly Shabbat morning experience, that combines the ancient words of our sages with the beautiful power of music. A light nosh will be served following the service. In person at the Schaefer Family Campus.