June 2021 Fund in Focus: Rabbi Akselrad Lecture Series Fund
Fund in Focus: Rabbi Akselrad Lecture Series Fund
Rabbi Akselrad, second from left, takes part in the
1965 Civil Rights March in Selma, Alabama
Rabbi Sidney Akselrad (z”l) would have turned 100 this month (June 2021)! He was a beloved leader of the Beth Am community who stood up for what he believed in: justice, human rights and ethical behavior. His leadership inspired (and continues to inspire) our members to think, to act and to take steps to make the world a better place. The Rabbi Akselrad Lecture Series Fund honors our beloved rabbi’s memory by supporting inspiring lectures by leaders of social justice and human relations.
Please consider making a donation to the Rabbi Akselrad Lecture Series Fund to honor Rabbi Akselrad’s trailblazing legacy of social justice activism. 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 — Rabbi Akselrad Lecture Series Fund
26790 Arastradero Road
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
Funds like this keep our Beth Am programs going, so we encourage you to consider donating to the fund of your choice on your next special occasion.
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, (650) 493-4661, ext. 211. We welcome your donation to this and other important funds that provide resources for our congregation. Thank you!
Tue, October 14 2025
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Upcoming Events

Shemini Atzeret-Simchat Torah Morning Service & Yizkor
Tuesday, Oct 14th 9:30a to 11:30aWe come together to celebrate Shemini Atzeret. We will also recite yizkor (memorial) prayers in remembrance of our loved ones.

Tricks of the Trope, Taught by Cantor Jaime Shpall
Tuesday, Oct 14th 7:00p to 8:00pThe melodies we use for chanting our sacred texts is known as Trope or Cantillation. Trope are the little markings found above and below the biblical Hebrew text that readers use to chant the text properly. You can also learn to chant Torah like a pro!

Beth Am Sukkah Take-Down
Wednesday, Oct 15th 10:00a to 12:00pWant to help take down the sukkah? If you have any power tools, please bring them along — gloves are a good idea too!

Israel Discussion Gatherings
Friday, Oct 17th 5:00p 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.

Oneg Shabbat: Focus on Sustainability
Friday, Oct 17th 7:30p to 8:30pAfter the Sukkot Erev Shabbat service, we will gather to enjoy a festive Oneg Shabbat.
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