Congregant-Facilitated Learning: Beth Am Reading Group

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Upcoming Sessions

1. Friday, May 2, 2025 • 4 Iyar 5785

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMZoom

2. Friday, May 9, 2025 • 11 Iyar 5785

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMZoom

3. Friday, May 16, 2025 • 18 Iyar 5785

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMZoom

4. Friday, May 23, 2025 • 25 Iyar 5785

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMZoom

5. Friday, May 30, 2025 • 3 Sivan 5785

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMZoom

Coordinated by Joan Karlin

Join us for in-depth explorations of contemporary Jewish writings! This lay-led group is an outgrowth of the longest running, continuous study group at Beth Am. The group is currently discussing Last Ships from Hamburg, by Steven Ujifusa.

We welcome new (and old!) participants at any time. Virtual drop-in attendance is welcomed. For the Zoom access link, please contact Joan.

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Wed, April 23 2025
25 Nisan 5785

Upcoming Events

WednesdayWed, 23 AprApril, 2025

South Peninsula Yom HaShoah v’Hagevurah Service of Remembrance

Wednesday, Apr 23rd 7:00p to 8:15pJoin the South Bay community for a virtual service as we honor those lost during the Shoah. Local Jewish clergy members, students and musicians will present stories of survival, lead prayers and sing to honor those lost and those who survived the Shoah.

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FridayFri, 25 AprApril, 2025

Israel Discussion Gatherings

Friday, Apr 25th 5:15p to 6:15pJoin with other Beth Am members every Friday before the Erev Shabbat service for time to reflect, discuss and listen to one another as we navigate this terribly challenging time for Israel and Jews around the world.

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FridayFri, 25 AprApril, 2025

Erev Shabbat Service: Beth Am Welcomes Akselrad Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Sanford Akselrad

Friday, Apr 25th 6:15p to 7:30pDuring the Erev Shabbat service, Rabbi Akselrad will present “Truths My Father Taught Me: The Life and Times of Rabbi Sidney Akselrad" (as told to Rabbi Sanford Akselrad). He will weave personal memories of his father together with the timeless issues that continue in Jewish life today.

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FridayFri, 25 AprApril, 2025

Shabbat Dinner to Support Ukraine

Friday, Apr 25th 7:30p to 8:30pEnjoy a delicious community dinner prepared by the Poltava/Odesa Committee. All proceeds from the dinner will support our sister congregations in Ukraine.

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SaturdaySat, 26 AprApril, 2025

8th and 9th Grade Santa Cruz Day Trip

Shabbat, Apr 26th 8:30a to 7:00pBeth Am's 8th & 9th graders are heading to Santa Cruz for the day - join the fun!

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Wed, April 23 2025 25 Nisan 5785

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