Ellen Levin and Rich Wright are thrilled to announce the recent marriage of their son, Ross Matthew, to Kristen Ann Nichols. The groom’s sister, Aimee shares in their excitement. The intimate ceremony took place Sunday, January 16, 2022. ___________________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, January 26, 7:00 PM - Temple Beth Torah Chapel
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Masks and proof of vaccination are required for all participants. To register, please contact Cindy Blum: 267-625-4290 cbjoshua@aol.com _________________________________________________
International Holocaust Remembrance Day Thursday, January 27
ChaiFlicks will be offering six award-winning films for FREE to honor the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust.
Click here to watch. _________________________________________________
Board of Directors Meeting - on Zoom ONLY Thursday, January 27, 7:30 PM
All are welcome to join the January Board of Directors meeting. This meeting will be held virtually.
Modern Love Stories of Jerusalem Sunday, February 13, 3:00 PM ~Free to Attend
As part of the Jerusalem Master class, Kobi Cooper is offering a free Valentine's Day virtual tour of Jerusalem. In "Love Stories of Jerusalem," he will discuss those people who have lived and loved in the Holy City. This is a virtual tour you won't want to miss.
Beth Am Book Club “Nature of Fragile Things” ~ by Susan Meissner Tuesday, February 15, 11:00 AM Facilitated by Bonnie Surrey
The fates of these three women intertwine on the eve of the devastating earthquake, thrusting them onto a perilous journey that will test their resiliency and resolve and, ultimately, their belief that love can overcome fear.
From the acclaimed author of The Last Year of the War and As Bright as Heaven comes a gripping novel about the bonds of friendship, mother love and the power of female solidarity.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 _________________________________________________
Arevim Legacy Zoom Meeting Tuesday, February 15, 7:00 PM
Learn about estate planning and how you can be part of Beth Am's future!
Breakfast With Speaker Rheum for Improvement: The Evolution of a Health-Care Advocate ~ by: Mark Lopatin Sunday, February 27, 9:30 AM Deadline to register is Wednesday, February 23
Free Event!
Mark Lopatin is a long standing member of Beth Am and will speak about patient advocacy.
As a patient, have you ever:
Had your health insurance deny a test or procedure that your doctor recommended by saying that it was not medically necessary?
Been told that you had to try one medicine before you could take the medicine that your doctor actually prescribed?
If so, you are not alone.
RSVP to Stacey Mardt: smardt@oyrtbetham.org Register through the ShulCloud here. Masks and proof of vaccination required. __________________________________________________
SAVE THE DATE! ~ 75th Jubilee Gala Saturday, November 12
Please contact the office if you are interested in sponsorship information. More information to follow!
FOOD COLLECTION for Jenkintown Food Cupboard Simply drop off donations by the back door of the synagogue
This month, the Jenkintown Food Cupboard is specifically requesting the following items: ketchup, yellow mustard, mayo, oatmeal, grits and shelf stable milk, 32 oz or 8 oz, white or chocolate. Please check expiration dates. Click here for the complete food list.
Community
Gratz Academy Registration is Now Open!
Register today for Gratz Academy’s Spring semester. This coming spring we are offering courses in Hebrew, genocide & holocaust studies, as well as antisemitism and modern Jewish studies. Don’t forget! Many of our classes are offered at the high school level or can offer college credit.
You can learn more about our courses by checking our online course catalogue.
Congregation Kol Ami of Elkins Park, invites us to Combatants for Peace on Zoom Sunday, February 13, 1:00PM
This program is free and open to all. Together we will meet Combatants for Peace activists, hear their stories and discover why there really is a reason for hope in the Holy Land. This is a program from Kol Ami, and we are extending the invitation in the interest of presenting real dialog. We, as a congregation, are not endorsing any political opinions expressed. Register Here _________________________________________________
Let’s Talk About Mental Health: A Jewish Community Forum Wednesday, February 16, 7:00 PM
Join the conversation about mental health in the Jewish community.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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