August 2018
Afternoon of opera
“An Afternoon of Opera, Lovers, and Other Strangers” will be presented by the Seniors group at Beth El Synagogue, East Windsor, on Sunday, Aug. 19, at 3 p.m. The afternoon will present the arias and duets of Dvorak, Donizetti, Korngold, Massenet, Mozart, Puccini, and Verdi performed by sopranos Cecelia Chaisson, Eve Edwards, Ana Maria Ruimonte, Dora Schnur, and Shelly O’Hara Tapp; tenor Vincent Abamo; baritones David Hobbs and David Tapp; and Joseph Krupa at the piano. The cost is $10…
Find out more »September 2018
Open house
Beth El Synagogue, East Windsor, will hold a Membership and Religious School Open House on Sunday, Sept. 16, at 10 a.m.; religious school services begin at 9. Kona ices will be served. Contact admin@bethel.net or 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »Jewish calendar
Dr. Stephen Morse will present “The Jewish Calendar Demystified” at a Mercer County Genealogy Society program on Thursday, Sept. 20, at 7:30 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. Morse is the creator of a website, stevemorse.org, for which he has received both the Lifetime Achievement Award and the Outstanding Contribution Award from the International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies. Call 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »Tiki Bar Shabbat
Beth El Synagogue, East Windsor, will hold its annual Tiki Bar Shabbat Dinner and Service on Friday, Sept. 28, at 6 p.m. The cost is $12 adults, $8 children for RSVPs received by Sept. 17; $15/$11 from Sept. 18-21. Contact admin@bethel.net or 609-443-4454.
Find out more »October 2018
Online hate speech
“Anti-Semitic Hate Speech and BOTS Epidemic” will be presented on Sunday, Oct. 7, at 7 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. RSVP to admin@bethel.net or 609-443-4454.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Seniors – Is it Possible to Change Patterns?
On Thursday, October 18, 2018 at 1:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors present ‘A New Year, A New World, A Better World, A Humane World – Is it Possible to Change Patterns?’ Rabbi Jay Kornsgold will paint a picture of our world today - as it seems to us and how it has changed since this century began. He will create a picture of how these changes have presented us with problems that have us confused or angry…
Find out more »New year, new world
Rabbi Jay Kornsgold will present “A New Year, A New World, A Better World, A Humane World — Is it Possible to Change Patterns?” on Thursday, Oct. 18, at 1 p.m. at a seniors program at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by Oct. 15 to 609-443-4454.
Find out more »Blood drive
An American Red Cross blood drive will be held Sunday, Oct. 21, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue, East Windsor. Call 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society at Beth El Synagogue October Meeting
On Sunday, October 21, 2018 at 7:30 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Mercer County Genealogy Society presents iBiographer.com - Learn how you can preserve your family's history. No one wants to lose precious life stories of loved ones. Over time the details and special moments of people's lives become lost and forgotten. Leave how you can preserve your family's history, and heritage in a SAFE, SECURE place. Share it with the whole family and save for future generations! Come and…
Find out more »Family histories
The Mercer County Genealogy Society will present “iBiographer.com,” in which participants will learn how to safely preserve their family’s history, at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor on Sunday, Oct. 21, at 7:30 p.m. Call 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »Why do Evangelical Christians Support the Jewish State?’
On Sunday, October 28, 2018 at 7:00 pm, Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Israeli Affairs Committee and Greater Princeton Area Hadassah present a program titled ‘Why do Evangelical Christians Support the Jewish State?’ Evangelical Christians provide the most significant source of support for the Jewish State within the Christian world. However, there are legitimate concerns in the Jewish community concerning the trustworthiness of that support. Join us for a thorough discussion of the historical issues and current misunderstandings concerning…
Find out more »November 2018
Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society at Beth El Synagogue November Meeting
On Sunday, November 11, 2018 at 7:30 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Mercer County Genealogy Society presents Sandra Lanman as she explains how a little information led her to big discoveries. In late 1996, Sandy began searching for the biological family of her late mother, who had been given up for adoption in Germany in 1928. Just five months later, she found her grandmother Elsie’s immediate and extended family – many living right here in New Jersey.…
Find out more »Family history
Sandra Lanman will present “How a Little Information Led to Big Discoveries” on Sunday, Nov. 11, at 7:30 p.m. at a Mercer County Genealogy Society program at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. In late 1996, Lanman began searching for the biological family of her late mother, who had been given up for adoption in Germany in 1928. Five months later, she found her grandmother’s immediate and extended family, many living right in New Jersey. Call 609-443-4454 or go to…
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Seniors – Ethical Dilemas
On Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 1:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors present ‘Ethical Dilemas: What would you do if…’ Life is made up of a series of decisions. Participate in a discussion where a number of circumstances that offer difficult decision options will be presented and find out how and what you would or would not do. Light refreshments to be served. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ,…
Find out more »Ethical dilemmas
“Ethical Dilemmas: What Would You Do If…” will be presented at a Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors program on Thursday, Nov. 15, at 1 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by Nov. 12 to 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »Illuminated Shabbat
Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor will hold an Illuminated Shabbat on Friday, Nov. 30, at 6 p.m. Participants may choose between Family Shabbat B’Yachad services or regular Friday night services; a congregational deli Shabbat dinner will follow services (pasta option will be available). Cost before Nov. 16 is $13 adults, $10 children under 12; until Nov. 23, $15/$12. RSVP to admin@bethel.net or 609-443-4454.
Find out more »December 2018
Beth El Synagogue Werner Lecture Fund Presents Bombshell
On Thursday, December 6, 2018 at 7:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Werner Lecture Fund presents the film Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story. Actress Hedy Lamarr was one of Hollywood's top leading ladies in the 1940s. Behind the glamour and sex appeal, was a talented and inquisitive inventor who created a radio system that is now considered the basis of Bluetooth technology. Tea, coffee and desserts will be served. R.S.V.P. to the Synagogue office. Beth El Synagogue…
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Presents Dueling Pianos
On Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 8:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor presents Dueling Pianos with the Flying Ivories. Dance, Hoot and Holler at the part music, part comedy and all fun event. The event includes light refreshments. Pay by November 12, 2018 and the cost is $36 per person. Pay after November 12, 2018 and the cost is $45 per person. Call or email admin@bethel.net to RSVP. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream…
Find out more »Israel Bonds – Beth El Synagogue Tribute Breakfast
Catered breakfast honoring Susan Schwirck. With guest Speaker Alon Ben Gurion the grandson of David Ben Gurion.
Find out more »Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society at Beth El Synagogue December Meeting
On Sunday, December 16, 2018 at 7:30 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Mercer County Genealogy Society presents ‘Skeletons in Your Genealogy Closet’. Sometimes, when digging through documents and records, you may unearth sensitive information. This information could range from adoptions to conversions to multiple marriages – you might even discover a criminal in your family tree! Caryn Alter and Steve Cohen will discuss potential “skeletons”, using some of their own colorful examples and genealogical tools for verifying…
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Seniors – Chanukah Party
On Thursday, December 20, 2018 at 1:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors present ‘Whatever Happened to Chanukah Party’. Celebrate with presents and gift trade and special refreshments even though Chanukah is nowhere around! Bring a gift worth between $5 and $10 and you will be able to trade it for another. Please R.S.V.P. by December 17, 2018. Call us at 609-443-4454 or visit our website www.bethel.net.
Find out more »Post-Chanukah party
A “Whatever Happened to Chanukah Party” will be presented by the seniors group at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor on Thursday, Dec. 20, at 1 p.m. Bring a gift of between $5 and $10 for trading; refreshments will be served. RSVP by Dec. 17 to 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »Dinner and a movie
Dinner and a screening of “The Yankles” — a comedy about an ex-baseball player who serves as a coach for a desperate yeshiva team — will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 25, at 6 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. The cost is $18. RSVP by Dec. 20 to admin@bethel.net or 609-443-4454.
Find out more »January 2019
Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society at Beth El Synagogue January Meeting
On Sunday, January 13, 2019 at 7:30 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Mercer County Genealogy Society presents “How to Build a Family Tree on the Web”. Lew Meixler, the Chair of the Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society at Beth El Synagogue will provide a slide presentation showing step by step how to build a family tree on-line, add media, merge duplicate entrees without losing information, fix some typical errors and how to use some helpful search techniques.…
Find out more »Online family trees
“How to Build a Family Tree on the Web” will be presented by Lew Meixler, chair of the Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society at Beth El Synagogue, on Sunday, Jan. 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the East Windsor synagogue. Call 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Seniors January Meeting
On Thursday, January 17, 2019 at 1:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors present “How The Jews Got Their Names”. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.
Find out more »What’s in a name?
“How The Jews Got Their Names” will be presented by Laurie Dinerstein-Kurs on Thursday, Jan. 17, at 1 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue, East Windsor. The program is cosponsored by Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Mercer County. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to Beth Englezos at bethe@jfcsonline.org or 609-987-8100, ext. 126.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Presents Country and Classic Rock Music
On Saturday, January 26, 2019 at 8:00 PM, Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor presents Country and Classic Rock Music with Tony Pileggi and the Basement Musicians Guild. Join us for a fun, lively evening including desserts. Reserve your group tables today! The cost is $18 per person if paid by January 11, 2019 and $20 per person if paid at the door. Please RSVP by January 22, 2019 to (609) 443-4454 or admin@bethel.net. Beth El Synagogue is located at…
Find out more »Country and classic rock
Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor will present “Country and Classic Rock Music with Tony Pileggi and the Basement Musicians Guild” on Saturday, Jan. 26, at 8 p.m. Desserts will be served. Cost is $18 if paid by Jan. 11, $20 at the door. RSVP by Jan. 22 to 609-443-4454 or admin@bethel.net.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Presents Exploring Jewish Views of the Afterlife
On Sunday, January 27, 2019 at 7:00 PM, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Women’s League presents ‘Exploring Jewish Views of the Afterlife’. Does Judaism believe in the afterlife? Unequivocally, the answer is yes! In our contemporary society it seems we have lost touch with traditional Jewish wisdom on the afterlife journey of the soul. During this presentation, Simcha Raphael, Ph.D., will explore Judaism’s little-known teachings on life after death, particularly in Jewish mysticism. Through discussion, storytelling and study, we…
Find out more »February 2019
Beth El Synagogue Werner Lecture Fund Presents Bombshell
On Sunday, February 10, 2019 at 2:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Werner Lecture Fund presents the film Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story. Actress Hedy Lamarr was one of Hollywood's top leading ladies in the 1940s. Behind the glamour and sex appeal, was a talented and inquisitive inventor who created a radio system that is now considered the basis of Bluetooth technology. R.S.V.P. to the Synagogue office. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road,…
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Seniors – Ethical Dilemas
On Thursday, February 21, 2019 at 1:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors and Jewish Family and Children Services presents ‘Ethical Dilemas: What would you do if…’ Life is made up of a series of decisions. Participate in a discussion where a number of circumstances that offer difficult decision options will be presented and find out how and what you would or would not do. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor,…
Find out more »Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society at Beth El Synagogue February Meeting
On Sunday, February 24, 2019 at 7:30 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Mercer County Genealogy Society presents “DNA Testing”. Are you overwhelmed after receiving your DNA results? This meeting will address the meaning of DNA results and identify what tools exist to help explore the results further. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.
Find out more »Israeli Dancing
On Thursday, February 28, 2019 at 7:30pm at Beth El Synagogue in East Windsor put on your dancing shoes and learn Israeli dancing. This event is free. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; admin@bethel.net, 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.
Find out more »Israel dance
Israeli dancing will be offered on Thursday, Feb. 28, at 7:30 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue in East Windsor. Contact admin@bethel.net or 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »March 2019
Freedom Riders to Freedom Summer – Documentary
On Sunday, March 10, 2019 at 2:00 pm, Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor NJ and Mt. Olivet Baptist Church of Hightstown NJ present “Freedom Riders to Freedom Summer, The Impact and Legacy of the Civil Rights Movement, 1961-1964”. Watch the PBS documentary Freedom Riders by award-winning filmmaker Stanley Nelson, with discussion to follow. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by calling 609-977-6214 or 609-426-1953.
Find out more »Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society at Beth El Synagogue March Meeting
On Sunday, March 10, 2019 at 7:30 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society presents “What’s New on some of the Great Genealogy Sites”. The evening will consist of a presentation about new developments on a number of popular and some not so well known Internet resources for doing genealogical research on the web. Examples will be presented regarding how using a number of sites together can help to provide information about family ancestors…
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Seniors – When to call 911
On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 1:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors and Jewish Family and Children Services present “When to Call 911”. Barbara Vaning MHA, EMT Instructor, Penn Medicine Princeton will present this informative discussion. RSVP by Monday, March 11, 2019. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.
Find out more »Emergency tips
“When to Call 911” will be presented by Barbara Vaning, MHA, EMT instructor, Penn Medicine Princeton, on Thursday, March 14, at 1 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. The program is cosponsored by Beth El’s Seniors and Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Mercer County. RSVP to 609-443-4454.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Purim Palooza
On Sunday, March 17, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor presents a Purim Palooza. Join us for a fun filled morning of unlimited Bounce and Play, crafts, games, DJ and more. - $20 per child 3 years old and up (lunch package included) - $50 maximum for families with 3 or more children (lunch package included for each child) - Ages 2 and under are FREE (lunch package not included) - Adults and…
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Purim Pizza Picnic Party
On Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at 5:30 p.m., Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor presents a Purim Pizza Picnic Party with Torah and Friends! Families with children ages 18 months to Kindergarten come and enjoy a Purim celebration with pizza, craft, snack, stories and songs. Don’t forget to come in your costume! After the party, participate in the costume parade and the reading of the Megillat Esther. The event is free for children and includes pizza, beverages and hamentashen. Food…
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue American Red Cross Blood Drive
On Sunday, March 31, 2019 from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm, an American Red Cross Blood Drive will be taking place at Beth El Synagogue in East Windsor. Appointments are preferred. Please call the synagogue office with any questions or visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor keyword: BethElSyn, 1-800-RED CROSS. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.
Find out more »April 2019
Spring into Shabbat
A Family Shabbat B’Yachad Service will be held on Friday, April 5, at 6 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue, East Windsor, followed by a congregational Shabbat dinner (vegetarian option available upon request). Cost is $14, $10 for under age 12 before March 22; up to March 28, $16/$12. RSVP to admin@bethel.net or 609-443-4454.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Spring into Shabbat
On Friday, April 5, 2019 at 6:00 p.m., attend a Family Shabbat B’Yachad Service or Regular Friday Night Service at Beth El Synagogue in East Windsor. Then join the entire congregation for a Shabbat Dinner following services. Sign up for dinner before March 22, 2019 and receive an early bird rate of $14 per person and $10 for Children under 12 years old. On or after March 22, 2019, the cost is $16 per person and $12 for Children under…
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Seniors’ April Meeting
On Thursday, April 11, 2019 at 12:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors group and Jewish Family and Children Services invite you to join in their annual Model Seder led by Rabbi Jay Kornsgold. Enjoy a luncheon including ceremonial foods. The cost for lunch is $20.00. To place reservations, call Beth El Synagogue, 609-443-4454 or JFCS, 609-987-8100, Ext. 126 and provide payment no later than April 5, 2019. The event will be held at Beth El Synagogue,…
Find out more »Model seder
The Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors’ Group and Jewish Family & Children’s Service will offer their annual model seder, led by Rabbi Jay Kornsgold, on Thursday, April 11, at noon. The cost for lunch is $20; to place reservations, call 609-443-4454 or 609-987-8100, ext. 126.
Find out more »Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society at Beth El Synagogue April Meeting
On Sunday, April 14, 2019 at 7:30 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society presents “Genealogy Help Night”. Unsure of where to start your search? Have you hit a brick wall in your research? Need some hints or new sources to fill out your genealogy? The event will consist of personalized brief help sessions from knowledgeable members of the Genealogy Society. Bring your questions, your notes and your ideas. Beth El Synagogue is located…
Find out more »May 2019
Yom HaShoah
Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor will hold Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day) services on Wednesday, May 1, at 7:15 p.m. Participants will include Beth El clergy and congregants, religious school youngsters, and the Beth El Choir. Call 609-443-4454 or visit bethel.net.
Find out more »Israel’s birthday
Israel’s 71st anniversary will be celebrated on Thursday, May 16, at 1 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. The program is cosponsored by the congregation’s seniors group and Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Mercer County. RSVP by May 13 to Beth El at 609-443-4454 or JFCS, 609-987-8100, ext. 126.
Find out more »Cognitive decline
“Cognitive Decline — Is it Inevitable?” will be presented by Dr. Vincent Leonti of Princeton Integrative Health on Thursday, May 16, at 7 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by May 13 to 609-443-4454.
Find out more »Lunch and learn
Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor will host a lunch and learn discussion on the work of the American Jewish Committee (AJC) on Saturday, May 18, at approximately noon following services. Randall and Marcia Krakauer will describe their experiences on missions with government, religious, and business leaders in the Arab Gulf states and Morocco. Call 609-443-4454 or visit bethel.net.
Find out more »Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society at Beth El Synagogue May Meeting
On Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 7:30 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society presents “Introduction to New Jersey Genealogy”. Interested in tracing your New Jersey Family History? Not sure where to start? Regina Fitzpatrick, Genealogy Librarian at the New Jersey State Library, will review genealogy basics and strategies for collecting information before visiting a repository. We will also discuss great resources to discover your ancestors at the New Jersey State Library and the…
Find out more »Roots search
Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society will present “Introduction to New Jersey Genealogy” on Sunday, May 19, at 7:30 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. Interested in tracing your New Jersey Family History? Not sure where to start? Regina Fitzpatrick, Genealogy Librarian at the New Jersey State Library, will review genealogy basics and strategies for collecting information before visiting a repository. We will also discuss great resources to discover your ancestors at the New Jersey State Library and the…
Find out more »Jewish marriage records
“The Jewish Marriage Contract and What it Really Says” will be presented by the Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society on Thursday, May 30, at 7:30 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. Call 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »June 2019
Trivia event
“Ray Cohen — That Trivia Guy” will be presented on Thursday, June 13, at 7 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. Participants may create their own table of up to 10 people or register and be assigned to one. Admission is $10 and includes refreshments. RSVP to 609-443-4454.
Find out more »Movie and lunch
“Food and a Flick” will be offered by Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor and Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Mercer County on Thursday, June 20, at 12:30 p.m. at the synagogue. A dairy lunch will be served. RSVP by June 17 to Beth El at 609-443-4454 or JFCS at 609-987-8100, ext. 126.
Find out more »Polish research archives
“Using JRI-Poland and the Polish Archives for Genealogical Research” will be presented by Elana Broch on Sunday, June 23, at 7:30 p.m. at a Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society program held at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. Broch is an amateur genealogist who has spent much of her research efforts trying to find out about her grandfather, a 1941 euthanasia victim. Call 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »Carlebach Shabbat and BBQ
Beth El Synagogue, East Windsor, will hold an outdoor service on Friday, June 28, at 6 p.m. featuring the tunes of Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, followed by a BBQ dinner. There will also be an appearance by the Tzofim Caravan Shemer. Dinner costs $10 adults, $8 children (12 and under), $5 prospective members. RSVP to 609-443-4454 or admin@bethel.net by June 21.
Find out more »August 2019
Beth El Synagogue Welcomes Rabbi Matthew Nover
On Friday, August 9, 2019 at 6:00 pm, Beth El Synagogue in East Windsor will be celebrating the addition of Rabbi Matthew Nover as the Assistant Rabbi and Education Director. Join the congregation at Shabbat services followed by a congregational dinner with the Beth El Community, Rabbi Nover and his family. Dinner will be dairy kosher Italian cuisine. The cost is $16 per person (5 and under is free).
Find out more »New rabbi
The addition of Rabbi Matthew Nover as the assistant rabbi and education director at Beth El Synagogue in East Windsor will be celebrated on Friday, Aug. 9, at 6 p.m. Shabbat services will be followed by a congregational dairy kosher Italian dinner. The cost is $16, free for ages 5 and under. RSVP to admin@bethel.net or 609-443-4454 by Aug. 5.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue “Blue Jean Shabbat”
On Saturday, August 17 at 9:00 am join the East Windsor congregation of Beth El Synagogue for a casual Shabbat service in denim or khakis. A Kiddush Luncheon will follow services. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, www.bethel.net , (609) 443-4454.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Seniors Present A Summer Afternoon of Opera
On Sunday, August 18, 2019 at 3:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors and Jewish Family and Children’s Services present “A Summer Afternoon of Opera”. The cost is $10 per person with advanced reservations and $15 per person at the door. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.
Find out more »September 2019
Open house
A Membership and Religious School Open House will be held at Beth El Synagogue, East Windsor, on Sunday, Sept. 8, at 10 a.m. The program begins with religious school services at 9. A Torah and Friends Rosh Hashanah Story and Craft will be held at 11 a.m. for families with children 18 months-2nd grade; Kona Ice will be served from 11:30 to 12:30 p.m. For more information, contact admin@bethel.net or 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Open House
On Sunday, September 8, 2019 at 10:00 am, Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor will be sponsoring an Open House. Bring your family and come learn about the synagogue. Check out the religious school and learn about Beth El’s Membership Incentives and Discounts. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, www.bethel.net, (609) 443-4454.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue “Hooray for Holidays – Rosh Hashana”
On Sunday, September 8, 2019 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor will be celebrating the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashana, with a New Year Party. Enjoy songs, crafts, stories and Kona Ice for the kids! The event is free and is open to families with children ages 18 months to kindergarten. RSVP by September 5, 2019. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, www.bethel.net, (609) 443-4454.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Tiki Bar Shabbat and Chinese Dinner Buffet
On Friday, September 13, 2019, enjoy the warmth of the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor congregation at our Tiki Bar Shabbat Service and Chinese Dinner Buffet. The festivities begin at 6:00 p.m. with a Happy Hour and Chinese Dinner Buffet. Services follow dinner at 7:30 p.m. Early Bird R.S.V.P. until September 3, 2019 and pay $13 per adult and $9 per child. R.S.V.P from September 4th through September 6th 2019 and pay $16 per adult and $12 per child.…
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Present The Path to Peace Begins in the Classroom
On Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 7:00 pm, Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Israel Affairs Committee presents “The Path to Peace Begins in the Classroom”. Doctors Joan Lurie and Deborah Soffen will present a program on the mission of the UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Agency): STOP TEACHING HATE Caucus, which ensures that the UNRWA/Palestinian Authority curricula conform to standards of peace and tolerance required by United Nations principles and documents. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple…
Find out more »UNRWA controversy
Doctors Joan Lurie and Deborah Soffen will present a program, “The Path to Peace Begins in the Classroom,” a discussion on the curricula of United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), on Sunday, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. Call 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society at Beth El Synagogue September Meeting
On Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at 7:30 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society presents “The Jewish Marriage Contract and What it Really Says”. There is a basic difference between the civil and religious marriage records in that one focuses on the union and the other on the termination of the union. This meeting discussion addresses what is contained in the Jewish marriage contract, explains what it really means and provides information that can…
Find out more »The ketubah’s value
“The Jewish Marriage Contract and What it Really Says” will be presented by the Mercer County Jewish Genealogy Society at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor on Wednesday, Sept. 18, at 7:30 p.m. The ketubah (Jewish marriage contract), by giving Jewish family names, is a valuable source of family information sought after by genealogists. Call 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »Lab-grown meat
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Greater Mercer County and the Seniors Club at Beth El Synagogue will present “Miracle Meat through Science or the Kashrut of Lab-grown Meat” on Thursday, September 19 at 1 p.m. at the East Windsor synagogue. RSVP by Sept. 13 to Beth Englezos at bethe@jfcsonline.org or 609-987-8100, ext. 126; or call Beth El at 609-443-4454.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Werner Lecture Fund Presents “The Secret Jews of Calabria”
On Thursday, September 19, 2019, at 7:00 pm, the Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Werner Lecture Fund presents “The Secret Jews of Calabria”. Jews have had a presence in Calabria for at least 1600 years and possibly as much as 2300 years. The Jews of Calabria are virtually identical to the neighboring Jews of Sicily but are considered separate. Rabbi Barbara takes you on this challenging journey through “toe” of the Italian “boot” as she shares the joys and…
Find out more »Community Selichot Program and Service
On Saturday, September 21, 2019, at 8:15 pm, the Board of Rabbis of Princeton Mercer Bucks with the support of the Jewish Federation of Princeton Mercer Bucks invite you to join us for a Community Selichot Program and Service. Enjoy an evening of A Capella music and prayer featuring, Cantor Ben Rosenbach and friends from Pella Productions. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.
Find out more »October 2019
‘Foxtrot’
The Israeli film “Foxtrot” — inspired by the director’s own experience as a soldier in the Israel Defense Forces — will be screened on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor. Call 609-443-4454 or go to bethel.net.
Find out more »Beth El Synagogue Illuminated Sukkot Shabbat
On Friday, October 18, 2019, at 6:00 pm, join Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor for an Illuminated Sukkot Shabbat. Attend a Family Shabbat Service or Regular Friday Night Service followed by a Congregational Deli Shabbat Dinner. R.S.V.P before October 4, 2019 and pay $13 per person and $10 for children under 12. R.S.V.P between October 4, 2019 and October 11, 2019 and pay $15 per person and $12 for children under 12. Pasta alternative available for children and vegetarian…
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