Daily Service Schedule: Monday - Friday 7 am Sunday - Thursday 7:30 pm
Minyan is at 9:00am on 12/25 and 1/1 and at 5:30pm on 12/31. The office will be closed 12/24, 12/25, 12/31 and 1/1.
Shabbat Calendar
Friday, December 20 Services 6:00 pm Candle Lighting 4:00 pm
Saturday, December 21 23 Kislev Torah Reading: Vayeshev Bible BaBoker 8:30 am Shacharit Service 9:30 am Tot Shabbat 10:45 am Jr. Congregation 10:45 am Mincha 3:40 pm Study 4:10 pm Ma'ariv 4:55 pm
Upcoming Events
Saturday, December 21, 2019: Inclusion Shabbat. Come Celebrate Hanukkah in Rhythm & Song with Iva in the Men's Club from 11:00am - 12:00pm. Kiddush Lunch Following. RSVP Jackie or Hilary at 847 256-1213.
Sunday, December 22, 2019: Yoga. From 9:00 - 10:00am with Marcy Kreiter. $5 donation is requested.
Wednesday, January 8, 2020: Rabbi Crane’s morning Adult Ed Class, Introduction to Talmud. Join us at 10:00am to explore the Babylonian Talmud as a literary work, a historical phenomenon and the foundation of rabbinic Judaism. More dates to follow.
Thursday, January 9, 2020: Learn to chant with Cantor Roytman. Come to the Youth Lounge at 8pm for a fun and interactive way to learn the cantillation of the Torah. Ability to read Hebrew is required. All ages are welcome!
Saturday, January 11, 2020: Families with Littles Havdalah. Our next Families with Littles Havdalah Program is coming up right after the new year! Join us from 5:30-6:30pm for a fun dinner, Havdalah ceremony, and more! There is no charge for this program, but RSVP here! (Stay tuned for additional details!)
Saturday, January 18, 2020: BHBE Film Festival. Let's meet in the Men's Club at 7:30pm to watch "Into the Arms of Strangers” (2000). Filmmaker Mark Jonathan Harris's Oscar-winning documentary tells the story of an underground railroad—the Kindertransport—that saved the lives of more than 10,000 Jewish children at the dawn of World War II. We'll have a stimulating discussion led by the engaging Jonathan Lehrer and unlimited popcorn, candy, soda, and hot drinks! $10 suggested donation to the Tikva Frymer-Kensky Adult Education Fund.
Saturday, January 25, 2020: Noshed! Calling all foodies! BHBE will be hosting Noshed, a battle of the chefs based on the popular TV show “Chopped.” Three of Chicago’s top kosher chefs will compete live to cook a creative dish out of a mystery basket of eclectic ingredients. Come out and sample delicious hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and drinks from these popular kosher establishments and see which chef is crowned the winner by our panel of expert judges. With a food-themed silent auction, kosher wine pull, and more, this event promises to be a dynamic evening of food and fun! Click here for early bird tickets and sponsorship opportunities.
Saturday, February 8, 2020: Listen Up! BHBE Sisterhood presents Celebrating Israel Through 70 Years of Jewish Song. Doors open at 7:30pm and the show begins at 8:00pm. Tickets are $36 in advance or $42 at the door.RSVP here.
JUDAICA SHOPPORTUNITIES
Our Judaica Shop will not be open during the two week winter break; however, if you are in need of a special Hanukkah item or hostess gift, please call Robin Smulson at 847-287-1233 for a special appointment.
We will resume regular hours on Tuesday, January 7, 2020, 3:45 pm - 5:45 pm.
HAVE A WONDERFUL HANUKKAH!
Joan and Robin
Beth Hillel Bnai Emunah 3220 Big Tree Lane Wilmette, IL 60091
