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Monday ,
JanJanuary 12 , 2026

Beth Am Women Lunch, Mah Jongg, and Bridge
Monday, Jan 12th 12:00p to 2:30p
We are no longer offering box lunch orders. Please bring your own lunch or feel free to just come and socialize. Sparkling water, hot tea, and dessert will be provided.
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Monday ,
JanJanuary 12 , 2026

Beth Am Women In-Person Mah Jongg for Beginners Through Experienced Players
Monday, Jan 12th 1:00p to 2:30p
These sessions offer opportunities for beginner Mah Jongg players to learn the game and for experienced Mah Jongg players to play together!
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Monday ,
JanJanuary 12 , 2026

Beth Am Women In-Person Mah Jongg for Beginners Through Experienced Players
Monday, Jan 12th 7:00p to 9:00p
These sessions offer opportunities for beginner Mah Jongg players to learn the game and for experienced Mah Jongg players to play together!
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Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 14 , 2026

Beth Am Men Photography Group
Wednesday, Jan 14th 4:00p to 6:00p
BAM Photo Group is for those interested in photography — from novice to most experienced.
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Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 14 , 2026

Beit R'fuah Meeting
Wednesday, Jan 14th 7:00p to 8:30p
Beit R'fuah, House of Healing, welcomes all who are coping with mental illness themselves or who provide support for loved ones coping with mental illness.
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Thursday ,
JanJanuary 15 , 2026

Thursday Morning Minyan
Thursday, Jan 15th 8:00a to 9:00a
These services are led by members of the congregation — all are welcome.
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Thursday ,
JanJanuary 15 , 2026

Beth Am Men Book Group Welcomes Guest Author Ilana Kurshan
Thursday, Jan 15th 11:00a to 12:00p
Critically acclaimed author Ilana Kurshan will join attendees via Zoom for a discussion of her memoir, "If All the Seas Were Ink: A Memoir," which chronicles her seven-year journey through daily Talmud study while navigating divorce, remarriage, and motherhood in Jerusalem.
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Thursday ,
JanJanuary 15 , 2026

Talmud Study Led by Beth Am Clergy
Thursday, Jan 15th 12:00p to 1:00p
Talmud Study is led by a member of the Beth Am Clergy. In this weekly class, we study selections from the Talmud and other rabbinic sources.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 16 , 2026

Congregant-Facilitated Learning: Beth Am Reading Group
Friday, Jan 16th 1:00p to 2:00p
Join us for explorations of various contemporary Jewish writings.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 16 , 2026

Israel Discussion Gatherings
Friday, Jan 16th 5:00p 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.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 16 , 2026

Erev Shabbat Service
Friday, Jan 16th 6:15p to 7:30p
Our worship services are musical, participatory, and informal in spirit; they focus on helping us experience the spiritual renewal, peace, joy, and sense of celebration that Shabbat can bring.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 16 , 2026

Light Dessert Oneg Shabbat, With Israeli Dancing Led by Cantor Shpall
Friday, Jan 16th 7:30p to 8:30p
Come together after Erev Shabbat services to enjoy some light dessert refreshments! Cantor Shpall will be leading some simple Israeli folk dances. The entire congregation is invited, children included!
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 16 , 2026

The Orchard Shabbat Dinner
Friday, Jan 16th 7:30p to 9:30p
Join fellow adults in their 20s and 30s for our first Orchard Shabbat dinner of 2026! We’ll have plenty of challah and good vibes to go around. We’ll light candles, share a delicious meal, and enjoy a restful Friday night to kick off the new year.
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Saturday ,
JanJanuary 17 , 2026

Good Book Cafe
Shabbat, Jan 17th 10:00a to 10:20a
Join other Torah Study participants for some discussion and schmoozing.
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Saturday ,
JanJanuary 17 , 2026

Shabbat Morning Service: With Chanting By Our Trope Class
Shabbat, Jan 17th 10:30a to 12:30p
All are welcome and encouraged to join the families of six of our Tricks of the Trope students as they chant Torah from parashat Va'eira. Come experience the results of their months of study during this lovely Shabbat morning service.
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Saturday ,
JanJanuary 17 , 2026

Jewish Film Series Presents: "12 Angry Men"
Shabbat, Jan 17th 3:30p to 6:00p
Considered to be one of the greatest films ever made, 12 Angry Men is the story of a jury made up of twelve men as they deliberate the conviction or acquittal of an inner-city teenage boy charged with the murder of his father.
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 18 , 2026

Slow Torah: Lay-Led Torah Study Class
Sunday, Jan 18th 9:00a to 10:00a
Slow Torah is a lay-led class that continues the Beth Am tradition of studying the Torah verse by verse.
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 18 , 2026

Participate in Beth Am's MLK Mitzvah Social Justice Showcase
Sunday, Jan 18th 10:00a to 12:00p
Bring your friends and family to work together on a fun and meaningful project to bring to life Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s inspirational legacy of community service, justice, and equality for all.
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 18 , 2026

Modern Jewish Literature Class
Sunday, Jan 18th 3:30p to 5:00p
Stanford PhD student Ariel Horowitz will teach on a selection of novels and short stories by Israeli and American Jewish writers.
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Monday ,
JanJanuary 19 , 2026

2026 OFJCC Mitzvah Day
Monday, Jan 19th 9:30a to 4:30p
Join friends and neighbors for a community-wide day of tikkun olam (repair of the world) as part of a national day of service to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 20 , 2026

Beth Am Women Rosh Chodesh: Sh'vat
Tuesday, Jan 20th 7:30p to 9:15p
Come welcome in the month of Sh'vat. the month of Tu Bishvat, the birthday of the trees.
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Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 21 , 2026

Congregational Meetings: Campus Refresh — Finances, Immediate Work, Future Plans
Wednesday, Jan 21st 6:00p to 7:30p
In January, we will hold two congregational meetings to present several initial options for campus enhancements and to hear your ideas and aspirations. We want this to be a broad, inclusive conversation about the future of our sacred spaces.
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Thursday ,
JanJanuary 22 , 2026

Thursday Morning Minyan
Thursday, Jan 22nd 8:00a to 9:00a
These services are led by members of the congregation — all are welcome.
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Thursday ,
JanJanuary 22 , 2026

Talmud Study Led by Beth Am Clergy
Thursday, Jan 22nd 12:00p to 1:00p
Talmud Study is led by a member of the Beth Am Clergy. In this weekly class, we study selections from the Talmud and other rabbinic sources.
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Thursday ,
JanJanuary 22 , 2026

Klezmer Class, With Musician Naomi Zamir
Thursday, Jan 22nd 7:00p to 8:00p
Naomi Zamir, a member of Beth Am and an accordion player, will continue offering a class to introduce sets of Klezmer tunes she learned at KlezKanada over the past 15 years.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 23 , 2026

Congregant-Facilitated Learning: Beth Am Reading Group
Friday, Jan 23rd 1:00p to 2:00p
Join us for explorations of various contemporary Jewish writings.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 23 , 2026

Israel Discussion Gatherings
Friday, Jan 23rd 5:00p 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.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 23 , 2026

1st/2nd Grade Family Shabbat Dinner
Friday, Jan 23rd 5:15p to 6:15p
1st and 2nd Grade families are invited to join us for our special 1st and 2nd Grade Family Shabbat! This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other families and celebrate Shabbat together.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 23 , 2026

Erev Shabbat Service
Friday, Jan 23rd 6:15p to 7:30p
During the Erev Shabbat service, everyone with a birthday in January will be invited up to the bimah for a special birthday blessing.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 23 , 2026

Light Dessert Oneg Shabbat, With Israeli Dancing Led by Cantor Shpall
Friday, Jan 23rd 7:30p to 8:30p
Come together after Erev Shabbat services to enjoy some light dessert refreshments! Cantor Shpall will be leading some simple Israeli folk dances. The entire congregation is invited, children included!
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 23 , 2026

Shabbat Dinner to Support Ukraine (in a Congregant Home)
Friday, Jan 23rd 8:00p to 10:00p
Enjoy the hospitality of friendly hosts while you relax and enjoy a delicious dinner.
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Saturday ,
JanJanuary 24 , 2026

Good Book Cafe
Shabbat, Jan 24th 10:00a to 10:20a
Join other Torah Study participants for some discussion and schmoozing.
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Saturday ,
JanJanuary 24 , 2026

Shabbat Morning Service: Farhi Bat Mitzvah
Shabbat, Jan 24th 10:30a to 12:30p
All are welcome and encouraged to join the family of our Bat Mitzvah in worship and celebration.
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2026

Slow Torah: Lay-Led Torah Study Class
Sunday, Jan 25th 9:00a to 10:00a
Slow Torah is a lay-led class that continues the Beth Am tradition of studying the Torah verse by verse.
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2026

Beth Am Women and Youth Ed Parents Play Board Games
Sunday, Jan 25th 9:15a to 11:00a
If you are looking for something fun and different to do, join for a morning of playing games!
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2026

Music with Mimi
Sunday, Jan 25th 9:45a to 10:30a
Come and join Mimi for her new class at Beth Am "Music with Mimi". Participants will enjoy songs, music, dancing, movement, puppets, stories, parachute, bubbles, and more!
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2026

Congregational Meetings: Campus Refresh — Finances, Immediate Work, Future Plans
Sunday, Jan 25th 11:30a to 1:00p
In January, we will hold two congregational meetings to present several initial options for campus enhancements and to hear your ideas and aspirations. We want this to be a broad, inclusive conversation about the future of our sacred spaces.
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2026

Beth Am Vegan Challenge: The Earth-Friendly Plate
Sunday, Jan 25th 4:00p to 6:00p
Learn how a plant-based lifestyle honors the holiday of Tu Bishvat.
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2026

Discussion Group for Parents & Grandparents of Trans- and Non-Binary Kids
Sunday, Jan 25th 5:30p to 6:30p
This caring and welcoming group, facilitated by Rabbi Heath, meets quarterly to share knowledge, ask questions, and express concerns in a supportive environment, with Jewish teachings to enrich the discussion. Anyone with a trans or non-binary child or grandchild is welcome.
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Monday ,
JanJanuary 26 , 2026

Community Services Agency (CSA) Pantry Help
Monday, Jan 26th 9:30a to 12:30p
Help out our neighbors at the Community Services Agency in Mountain View.
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Monday ,
JanJanuary 26 , 2026

Beth Am Women In-Person Mah Jongg for Beginners Through Experienced Players
Monday, Jan 26th 12:30p to 2:00p
These sessions offer opportunities for beginner Mah Jongg players to learn the game and for experienced Mah Jongg players to play together!
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Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 27 , 2026

Beth Am Men Hot Topics Breakfast
Tuesday, Jan 27th 8:00a to 9:30a
Get together with the Beth Am Men for our monthly "Hot Topics" Breakfast! A rabbi will bring a stimulating, potentially controversial article for us to discuss over breakfast. Food and beverages will be provided by Beth Am Men.
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Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 27 , 2026

(re)Intro to Judaism
Tuesday, Jan 27th 7:00p to 8:30p
Explore our wonderful tradition for the first time -- or all over again.
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Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 28 , 2026

Distribute Breakfast at Hope’s Corner
Wednesday, Jan 28th 7:00a to 9:30a
Beth Am is part of an interfaith group providing meals to Hope's Corner in Mountain View. We are in need of adult (aged 16+) volunteers to do food preparation under the direction of Hope’s Corner staff.
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Thursday ,
JanJanuary 29 , 2026

Thursday Morning Minyan
Thursday, Jan 29th 8:00a to 9:00a
These services are led by members of the congregation — all are welcome.
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Thursday ,
JanJanuary 29 , 2026

Talmud Study Led by Beth Am Clergy
Thursday, Jan 29th 12:00p to 1:00p
Talmud Study is led by a member of the Beth Am Clergy. In this weekly class, we study selections from the Talmud and other rabbinic sources.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 30 , 2026

Congregant-Facilitated Learning: Beth Am Reading Group
Friday, Jan 30th 1:00p to 2:00p
Join us for explorations of various contemporary Jewish writings.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 30 , 2026

Zimriyah Jr. Choir Rehearsals
Friday, Jan 30th 5:00p to 6:15p
Zimriyah Jr. Choir rehearsals will be held on Fridays prior to the Erev Shabbat services. All kids are welcome!
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 30 , 2026

Israel Discussion Gatherings
Friday, Jan 30th 5:00p 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.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 30 , 2026

Erev Shabbat Shira Service: Celebrating Tu Bishvat, The New Year of the Trees (Zimriyah Jr. Choir Sings)
Friday, Jan 30th 6:15p to 7:30p
Tu Bishvat, or the New Year of the Trees, is Jewish Arbor Day. Known as the Song of the Sea, this Shabbat is also named Shabbat Shira (the Shabbat of Song). Join for a festive, music and tree-filled Shabbat service featuring The Zimriyah (our junior choir), as well as our new a capella group, Shir Harmony.
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 30 , 2026

Tu Bishvat Oneg Shabbat
Friday, Jan 30th 7:30p to 8:30p
After the Erev Shabbat service, join for a sweet and savory Tu Bishvat–themed oneg Shabbat. Immerse yourself in the scents and flavors of the the land as we sample delicious treats inspired by the seven species.
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Mon, January 12 2026
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Highlight Programs

MondayMon, 12 JanJanuary, 2026

Beth Am Women Lunch, Mah Jongg, and Bridge

Monday, Jan 12th 12:00p to 2:30pWe are no longer offering box lunch orders. Please bring your own lunch or feel free to just come and socialize. Sparkling water, hot tea, and dessert will be provided.