November 2023 Fund in Focus: Ernst Guthaner Fund for Cultural and Educational Programming
November 2023 Fund in Focus: Ernst Guthaner Fund for Cultural and Educational Programming
Each year the Guthaner Fund makes possible outstanding guest speakers for our Beth Am community. This month we will welcome University of Pennsylvania lecturer Joseph Benatov, presenting a talk over Zoom entitled Jewish Bulgaria: A Virtual Sephardic Journey on Sunday, November 19 at 3:30 PM.
Consider a gift to the Guthaner Fund in appreciation of interesting programs for our intellectually curious community. You can make your donation online or by mailing a check made payable to “Congregation Beth Am” to the Administrative Office as follows:
Congregation Beth Am
Attn: Fund in Focus — Guthaner Fund
26790 Arastradero Road
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
If you would like information about how to create your own named fund, please visit betham.org/GIVE or contact Director of Development Mandy Eisner at meisner@betham.org or (650) 493-4661, ext. 211.
Sun, December 10 2023
27 Kislev 5784
Upcoming Events
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Sunday ,
DecDecember 10 , 2023Israeli Dancing With Live Music Provided by Klezmore Square, Sponsored by Beth Am Women
Sunday, Dec 10th 12:30p to 2:30p
Come sing and dance to the music of Klezmore Square. Snacks and drinks will be provided. The entire congregation is invited, children included! -
Tuesday ,
DecDecember 12 , 2023BAJY Chanukah Party
Tuesday, Dec 12th 5:30p to 7:30p
Calling all 6th-8th Graders! Join your BAJY friends on the 6th night for an epic Chanukah celebration. We'll light the candles, spin the dreidel, make latkes with Chef Sharon, do some awesome Chanukah crafting, and more! -
Tuesday ,
DecDecember 12 , 2023Music, Healing and Meditation with Cantor Jaime Shpall
Tuesday, Dec 12th 6:00p to 6:30p
Songs of healing and strength, as well as some brief meditation. -
Tuesday ,
DecDecember 12 , 2023Introduction to Judaism Class
Tuesday, Dec 12th 7:00p to 9:00p
Explore our wonderful tradition for the first time -- or all over again. -
Tuesday ,
DecDecember 12 , 2023Chanukah Candlelighting Series
Tuesday, Dec 12th 8:30p to 9:00p
All are invited for community Chanukah candle lighting! -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 13 , 2023Philosophy Minyan
Wednesday, Dec 13th 12:00p to 1:30p
Join this lunchtime monthly series on Zoom. All are welcome to join in an interactive and thought-provoking exploration of topics at the intersection of philosophy, Jewish thought and contemporary issues. This month's topic: Seeking Light In the Darkness -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 13 , 2023Beth Am Gesharim (Bridges) Presents a Wise Aging Forum
Wednesday, Dec 13th 2:00p to 3:00p
How may we age with joy and resilience? Drop-ins welcome to these monthly conversations, whether you are familiar with Wise Aging or new to the idea. -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 13 , 2023Beth Am Men Photography Group
Wednesday, Dec 13th 4:00p to 6:00p
BAM Photo Group is for those interested in photography — from novice to most experienced. -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 13 , 2023RESCHEDULED: Becoming Allies to Teenagers
Wednesday, Dec 13th 6:30p to 8:30p
Classes have been rescheduled for January 24 and 31. Parents and grandparents are invited to attend and learn how to become warm and dependable allies to our beloved teens. -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 13 , 2023Chanukah Candlelighting Series
Wednesday, Dec 13th 6:30p to 7:00p
All are invited for community Chanukah candle lighting!