Sh'ma Groups
Sh'ma Groups
Sh'ma Groups offer a simple yet radical idea: to bring our members together to know and be known, learn and laugh, rest and rejuvenate, deepen connections with one another and Beth Am, and to experience the rhythms of Jewish life.
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Sh'ma Groups are small, focused, peer/member-led groups, in which 8-15 Beth Am congregants come together around a shared interest. They meet on a regular basis to create deeper relationships through meaningful, structured conversations in member homes.
An open group listing of groups that are welcoming new members is now available online. Sh’ma Groups are about building face-to-face connections in a digital age, slowing down in a time of speeding up and discovering unique gifts in a world often defined by anonymity, conformity and disposability. Some Sh’ma Groups will be geographic in nature, others will connect around common interests, affinities and/or commitments to Jewish learning and living. All Sh'ma Groups will provide opportunities for Jewish growth and exploration, and will function on the principle that when we create meaningful relationships within the congregation.
If you are interested in learning more about Sh'ma Groups, whether as a participant, a group guide (leader/facilitator), or would like more information, please complete the interest form below.
Sun, July 6 2025
10 Tammuz 5785
Community Schedule
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Monday ,
JulJuly 7 , 2025Beth Am Women In-Person Mah Jongg for Beginners Through Experienced Players
Monday, Jul 7th 12:30p to 2:00p
This session provides opportunities for beginning Mah Jongg players to learn the game and experienced Mah Jongg players to play together. -
Wednesday ,
JulJuly 9 , 2025Beth Am Men Photography Group
Wednesday, Jul 9th 4:00p to 6:00p
BAM Photo Group is for those interested in photography — from novice to most experienced. -
Friday ,
JulJuly 11 , 2025Israel Discussion Gatherings
Friday, Jul 11th 5:15p to 6:15p
Join 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. -
Friday ,
JulJuly 11 , 2025Dessert Oneg Shabbat
Friday, Jul 11th 7:30p to 8:30p
Come together after Erev Shabbat services to enjoy some light dessert refreshments! -
Saturday ,
JulJuly 12 , 2025Good Book Cafe
Shabbat, Jul 12th 10:00a to 10:20a
Join other Torah Study participants for some discussion and schmoozing. -
Monday ,
JulJuly 14 , 2025Beth Am Women Lunch, Mah Jongg & Bridge
Monday, Jul 14th 12:00p to 2:30p
Come enjoy lunch and schmoozing with Beth Am Women! We'll eat a box lunch from Noah’s NY Bagels while catching up with friends and meeting new ones. Register by Tuesday, July 7. -
Monday ,
JulJuly 14 , 2025Beth Am Women In-Person Mah Jongg for Beginners Through Experienced Players
Monday, Jul 14th 1:00p to 2:30p
This session provides opportunities for beginning Mah Jongg players to learn the game and experienced Mah Jongg players to play together. -
Friday ,
JulJuly 18 , 2025Dessert Oneg Shabbat
Friday, Jul 18th 7:30p to 8:30p
Come together after Erev Shabbat services to enjoy some light dessert refreshments! -
Saturday ,
JulJuly 19 , 2025Good Book Cafe
Shabbat, Jul 19th 10:00a to 10:20a
Join other Torah Study participants for some discussion and schmoozing. -
Monday ,
JulJuly 21 , 2025Beth Am Women In-Person Mah Jongg for Beginners Through Experienced Players
Monday, Jul 21st 12:30p to 2:00p
This session provides opportunities for beginning Mah Jongg players to learn the game and experienced Mah Jongg players to play together.
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