8th graders enrolled in our Sunday morning Madrichim program learn to be teacher assistants in our Religious School program.

The Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning engages adult learners in a life-enhancing study of Jewish texts and ideas that nurtures and deepens Jewish community worldwide. Through classes and travel seminars, Melton learners find Jewish texts and ideas accessible and relevant to their lives. They become part of a worldwide movement of committed learners […]

What does it mean to create a Jewish community where everyone feels seen, valued, and at home? Join us for a meaningful and timely conversation, Finding Our Home: LGBTQ+ Journeys in the Jewish Community, exploring the intersection of Jewish identity, belonging, and LGBTQ+ advocacy. Moderated by Rabbi Greg Weisman, this thought-provoking panel will feature special […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Trip Dates: May 3 - 13, 2027 Informational Meeting: October 19, 2026 at 6:30 pm - In Person or on Zoom Join Rabbi Dan and Elinor Josephson on this insightful journey of unity and resilience. For our members who have traveled to Israel previously, this experience will provide a unique opportunity to explore the complexities […]

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 […]

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 […]

Want to join a Canasta Circle at Temple Beth El, or start your own, but don’t know how to play? Now's your chance! Canasta is more than a card game—it’s a fun and social way to meet new people, connect with fellow members, and enjoy some friendly competition around the table. In these classes with […]

Schmooze Time: 7:00 pm – 7:30 pm Meeting: 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm 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 […]

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 […]

Want to join a Mah Jongg Circle at Temple Beth El, or start your own, but don’t know how to play? Now's your chance! Mah Jongg is more than a game—it’s a wonderful way to meet new people, connect with fellow members, and have fun around the table. In these classes with a certified instructor, […]

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 […]

Want to join a Mah Jongg Circle at Temple Beth El, or start your own, but don’t know how to play? Now's your chance! Mah Jongg is more than a game—it’s a wonderful way to meet new people, connect with fellow members, and have fun around the table. In these classes with a certified instructor, […]

Temple Beth El is proud to partner with PEACE – People Engaged in Active Community Efforts - and welcome their lead organizer Paige Shortsleeves to this Social Justice Circle Meeting. Paige will conduct a listening session where each of us can share our thoughts, feelings and concerns: “What in the community makes you angry? Or what […]

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.  

Kol Haneshama is an intimate, soulful service in the round that invites you to slow down, connect deeply, and be uplifted through music, prayer, and spiritual reflection that nourishes the heart and inspires the soul. Join us in person at the Schaefer Family Campus.

Join us for a beautiful Shabbat service filled with music, wisdom and community.

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 us at the Schaefer Family Campus or watch on our livestream.

Join Rabbi Ashira Boxman for Saturday morning Torah Study. In person and Virtual at the links below.

Join us at the Schaefer Family Campus or watch on our livestream.