Shabababa Presents: Havdalah-kah
Join us on Saturday, December 4 at 5:30 p.m. for havdalah and lighting Hanukkah candles, followed by singing classic Hanukkah songs, led by Rabbi Adelson on guitar. Enjoy a donut
Upcoming Services
For times and details on upcoming religious services, click here.
To join our weekday or shabbat Zoom service directly, click here.
Upcoming Events
Latkepalooza 2021
Join us on Sunday December 5, 10:30am to 12 noon, in the CBS parking lot for latkes, games, prizes, and fun! For more details go to jjep.org/latkepalooza .
After Hanukkah Celebration
Join us on Saturday, December 11 at 7:00 p.m. for an After Hanukkah Celebration sponsored by the Men's Club and Sisterhood. Must register to attend. CLICK HERE to register. Questions?
Upcoming Derekh Events
Derekh is Congregation Beth Shalom's adult programming department.
In addition to the special events listed above, we offer many recurring learning programs, such as our Sunday night online parashah class, Monday morning online Talmud Study, and a Wednesday midday Hassidut discussion.
For more information, click here:
Youth and Family Activities
Manny's Service
Manny's Service is a Saturday morning service for children ages 3 to 7. Families are welcome to join in with
Junior Congregation
Jr Congregation is Beth Shalom's Saturday morning tefillah for kids ages 6 to 12. It is a space that is
Remembering: 25th Anniversary of the Beth Shalom Fire
On October 8, 1996, a devastating fire ripped through the Beth Shalom building. Historians, members, and Beth Shalom leaders recalled the events of that tragic day, and reflected on the rescue of our Torahs and the rebuilding, at a program held in November 2021. To view videos and see pictures of the fire and the commemoration program, click here.
The Modern Rabbi by Seth Adelson
The musings and sermons of Beth Shalom's Senior Rabbi can be found here:
I've Always Wondered by Audrey Glickman
The Rabbi's assistant answers a question for those that might be too shy to ask.
What Is Pirkei Avot? Originally Published November 24, 2021.
November 24, 2021
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Pirkei Avot (פרקי אבות) is translated as Ethics of the Fathers, though technically it means “chapters of the fathers” (or “of the ancestors,” since Hebrew
What Is My Hebrew Name? What Is Yours? Published November 19-20, 2021.
November 19, 2021
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(Reprised from August 10, 2018) A Hebrew name is chosen, generally by parents, as are other names. A convert to Judaism chooses a Hebrew name,