Women’s Connection
Women's Connection of Congregation Beth El creates opportunities for women to build lifelong friendships and enhance social, intellectual and spiritual connections. Through shared experiences we celebrate Jewish life, support each other and our families, and strengthen bonds in our community and with Israel and Jews worldwide.
Join us during our 68th year!
Click here to renew your 2023-2024 membership online. Call the office for assistance at 858-452-1734.
Proceeds support Youth, Education, Inclusion, and Women's Programming at Beth El.
ROSH CHODESH monthly GATHERINGS
2023- M 10/16; M 11/13; W 12/13- 7th candle
2024- W 1/10; M 2/12; M 3/11; M 4/8; W 5/8; W 6/5; M 7/8; M 8/5; W 9/4 ELUL
EVENT CALENDAR
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Monday ,
OctOctober 16 , 2023Women's Connection Rosh Chodesh Monthly Gathering
Monday, Oct 16th 5:30p to 8:00p
ROSH CHODESH MONTHLY GATHERINGS 5:30pm dairy/pareve potluck 6:00-8:00pm - program Celebrate the New Moon, New Friends, and New Spiritual Connections. Since 2014, 200-plus women of all ages have joined in sharing in large and small group discussions, education, Torah study, meditation, movement, prayer, presentations about international Jewish communities, and more. We even met via Zoom during the 2 years when we were not meeting in person. For more information, contact Karen Bohrer at kbohrer@usa.net -
Monday ,
NovNovember 13 , 2023Women's Connection Rosh Chodesh Monthly Gathering
Monday, Nov 13th 5:30p to 8:00p
ROSH CHODESH MONTHLY GATHERINGS 5:30pm dairy/pareve potluck 6:00-8:00pm - program Celebrate the New Moon, New Friends, and New Spiritual Connections. Since 2014, 200-plus women of all ages have joined in sharing in large and small group discussions, education, Torah study, meditation, movement, prayer, presentations about international Jewish communities, and more. We even met via Zoom during the 2 years when we were not meeting in person. For more information, contact Karen Bohrer at kbohrer@usa.net -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 13 , 2023Women's Connection Rosh Chodesh Monthly Gathering
Wednesday, Dec 13th 5:30p to 8:00p
ROSH CHODESH MONTHLY GATHERINGS 5:30pm dairy/pareve potluck 6:00-8:00pm - program Celebrate the New Moon, New Friends, and New Spiritual Connections. Since 2014, 200-plus women of all ages have joined in sharing in large and small group discussions, education, Torah study, meditation, movement, prayer, presentations about international Jewish communities, and more. We even met via Zoom during the 2 years when we were not meeting in person. For more information, contact Karen Bohrer at kbohrer@usa.net -
Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 10 , 2024Women's Connection Rosh Chodesh Monthly Gathering
Wednesday, Jan 10th 5:30p to 8:00p
ROSH CHODESH MONTHLY GATHERINGS 5:30pm dairy/pareve potluck 6:00-8:00pm - program Celebrate the New Moon, New Friends, and New Spiritual Connections. Since 2014, 200-plus women of all ages have joined in sharing in large and small group discussions, education, Torah study, meditation, movement, prayer, presentations about international Jewish communities, and more. We even met via Zoom during the 2 years when we were not meeting in person. For more information, contact Karen Bohrer at kbohrer@usa.net -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 7 , 2024Women's Connection Rosh Chodesh Monthly Gathering
Wednesday, Feb 7th 5:30p to 8:00p
ROSH CHODESH MONTHLY GATHERINGS 5:30pm dairy/pareve potluck 6:00-8:00pm - program Celebrate the New Moon, New Friends, and New Spiritual Connections. Since 2014, 200-plus women of all ages have joined in sharing in large and small group discussions, education, Torah study, meditation, movement, prayer, presentations about international Jewish communities, and more. We even met via Zoom during the 2 years when we were not meeting in person. For more information, contact Karen Bohrer at kbohrer@usa.net -
Monday ,
MarMarch 11 , 2024Women's Connection Rosh Chodesh Monthly Gathering
Monday, Mar 11th 5:30p to 8:00p
ROSH CHODESH MONTHLY GATHERINGS 5:30pm dairy/pareve potluck 6:00-8:00pm - program Celebrate the New Moon, New Friends, and New Spiritual Connections. Since 2014, 200-plus women of all ages have joined in sharing in large and small group discussions, education, Torah study, meditation, movement, prayer, presentations about international Jewish communities, and more. We even met via Zoom during the 2 years when we were not meeting in person. For more information, contact Karen Bohrer at kbohrer@usa.net -
Monday ,
AprApril 8 , 2024Women's Connection Rosh Chodesh Monthly Gathering
Monday, Apr 8th 5:30p to 8:00p
ROSH CHODESH MONTHLY GATHERINGS 5:30pm dairy/pareve potluck 6:00-8:00pm - program Celebrate the New Moon, New Friends, and New Spiritual Connections. Since 2014, 200-plus women of all ages have joined in sharing in large and small group discussions, education, Torah study, meditation, movement, prayer, presentations about international Jewish communities, and more. We even met via Zoom during the 2 years when we were not meeting in person. For more information, contact Karen Bohrer at kbohrer@usa.net -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 8 , 2024Women's Connection Rosh Chodesh Monthly Gathering
Wednesday, May 8th 5:30p to 8:00p
ROSH CHODESH MONTHLY GATHERINGS 5:30pm dairy/pareve potluck 6:00-8:00pm - program Celebrate the New Moon, New Friends, and New Spiritual Connections. Since 2014, 200-plus women of all ages have joined in sharing in large and small group discussions, education, Torah study, meditation, movement, prayer, presentations about international Jewish communities, and more. We even met via Zoom during the 2 years when we were not meeting in person. For more information, contact Karen Bohrer at kbohrer@usa.net -
Wednesday ,
JunJune 5 , 2024Women's Connection Rosh Chodesh Monthly Gathering
Wednesday, Jun 5th 5:30p to 8:00p
ROSH CHODESH MONTHLY GATHERINGS 5:30pm dairy/pareve potluck 6:00-8:00pm - program Celebrate the New Moon, New Friends, and New Spiritual Connections. Since 2014, 200-plus women of all ages have joined in sharing in large and small group discussions, education, Torah study, meditation, movement, prayer, presentations about international Jewish communities, and more. We even met via Zoom during the 2 years when we were not meeting in person. For more information, contact Karen Bohrer at kbohrer@usa.net -
Monday ,
JulJuly 8 , 2024Women's Connection Rosh Chodesh Monthly Gathering
Monday, Jul 8th 5:30p to 8:00p
ROSH CHODESH MONTHLY GATHERINGS 5:30pm dairy/pareve potluck 6:00-8:00pm - program Celebrate the New Moon, New Friends, and New Spiritual Connections. Since 2014, 200-plus women of all ages have joined in sharing in large and small group discussions, education, Torah study, meditation, movement, prayer, presentations about international Jewish communities, and more. We even met via Zoom during the 2 years when we were not meeting in person. For more information, contact Karen Bohrer at kbohrer@usa.net
WOMEN'S CONNECTION SHABBAT | FEBRUARY 4, 2023
Aliyah in Memory of Jeanie Katzeff
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Sue Appelbaum| Eshet Chayil Presentation
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Women's Connection Shabbat Full Service
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WOMEN'S CONNECTION SHABBAT | January 15, 2022
WOMEN'S CONNECTION SHABBAT
Annual Women's Connection Shabbat Celebration
Our Annual Women's Connection Shabbat celebrates the women of Beth El when we participate in and lead all parts of the Service and continue the tradition of honoring a Woman of Valor. This past year we honored Sue Appelbaum, a long-time member of our community with a rich history of demonstrating the values of volunteering to help others.
And we celebrated ALL of our women for all we do:
**Teaching & Education** **Tikkun Olam** **Community Outreach** **Science** **Healthcare**
**Counseling & Emotional Support** **Family & At-Home Learning**
**Preserving & Creating Tradition**
All women are invited to help with and participate in our Annual Service and the celebration following. All women AND men are invited to take part in this special celebration.
To participate Jan. 27, 2024, contact:
Karen Bohrer at kbohrer@usa.net
Terry Miller at terrydramateach@aol.com
Edna Yedid at saftaedna@yahoo.com
FESTIVAL ART SERIES
Varda Lev-Ram led us in a session creating POD BEADS with polymer clay and beads of your choosing.
Session included orientation to the materials and techniques plus all the things needed to make unique and creative memorable pieces.
All women are welcome!
For future sessions...
Come celebrate and learn with us—even if you do not want to do the art!
$38 includes all art materials; $20 to nosh and watch ($42/$22 at the door).
Wine and light food included
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Artist Varda Lev-Ram led our October session creating Hamsas.
We explored texturing techniques and used them to create polymer clay hamsas. We also explored the rich history and traditions of the hamsa.
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For any question, please contact Karen Bohrer.
Sponsored by Women’s Connection of Congregation Beth El
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In past years, we created Judaic-themed projects including wire and bead “Trees of Life” during Sukkot with Hannah Anbar; paintings celebrating Sukkot and Hanukkah with Keri Goldsmid; Miriam’s and Elijah’s Cups for Pesah, Mezuzah covers, Yads, and Tallit clips with Varda Lev-Ram; crafted books and painted silk with Jacqueline Jacobs; glass Hamsas with Ilanit Shalev; and, folded and sewn books to capture our stories with Visiting Artist Joanne Steinhardt. This year we will create with these artists and/or others working with polymer clay, acrylics, fabric painting, and more.
KNIT 'N' NOSH
Mah JonGG
Did you know it was Mah Jongg that led to Beth El’s founding when a group of dedicated women got together in Clairemont in 1956 to play—and that led to starting a Hebrew school and a Shul in 1957? The 60+ year tradition continues with weekly games and camaraderie. Players must be vaccinated and have masks. Coordinators are Ronni Zeidman and Betty Hoffman.
BETH EL MOMS' CHAT
understanding conservative judaism
Rabbi Shulman and Rabbi Libman
Our mission reads: “Congregation Beth El is a Conservative synagogue whose mission is to create a home for every soul by offering a variety of Jewish experiences to nourish the mind, heart, and spirit, while being a caring Jewish community.” What does it mean to be a Conservative synagogue? What is distinctive about our style of synagogue practice and celebration? What does it mean to be part of a world-wide movement right here in La Jolla? What are we “conserving” and how are we adapting? Let’s explore answers to these questions and learn more about the important work of Conservative Judaism.
Programs like this are for our entire community and are sponsored by Women’s Connection and the Torah Fund Campaign of Women’s League for Conservative Judaism in support of perpetuating Conservative/Masorti Judaism around the world through the training of Jewish clergy and professionals. Click here to learn about the impact of Torah Fund.
WOMEN'S CONNECTION JUDAICA SHOP & MEMBERSHIP
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Celebrating 80 years--Our 2022-2023 torah fund campaign~ Chazak v'Ematz ~ Be strong and courageous
We summon strength and fortitude in these changing times to continue to make an important impact at our global Conservative/Masorti institutes of higher education:
Woman of Valor - Eshet Chayil honorees
Thanks to everyone who has participated in celebrating our community of dynamic women and our Women of Valor - Eshet Chayil honorees over the years including:
Lucy Muller z"l
Mindy Gold
Myra Bressel
Gaby Kuperman
Edna Yedid
Karen Bohrer
Fanny Krasner Lebovits z"l
Terry Miller
Rabbi Susan Freeman
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Sun, September 24 2023
9 Tishrei 5784
Today's Calendar
Erev Yom Kippur |
Daily Minyan : 9:00am |
Kol Nidre- Erev Yom Kippur : 6:30pm |
Friday Night
Kabbalat Shabbat Service : 6:15pm |
Shabbat Day
Torah Reading Class : 9:00am |
Saturday Morning Service : 9:30am |
Bar Mitzvah of Aaron Chu : 9:30am |
2023 Sukkah Sleepover (4th-12th) : 7:00pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
Sep 24 Kol Nidre- Erev Yom Kippur Sunday, Sep 24 6:30pm |
Sep 25 Yom Kippur Monday, Sep 25 9:00am |
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Sep 28 |
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Erev Yom Kippur
Sunday, Sep 24 |
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Zmanim
Alot Hashachar | 5:25am |
Earliest Tallit | 5:54am |
Netz (Sunrise) | 6:38am |
Latest Shema | 9:39am |
Zman Tefillah | 10:40am |
Chatzot (Midday) | 12:41pm |
Mincha Gedola | 1:11pm |
Mincha Ketana | 4:12pm |
Plag HaMincha | 5:28pm |
Candle Lighting | 6:25pm |
Shkiah (Sunset) | 6:43pm |
Tzeit Hakochavim | 7:20pm |
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Sunday ,
SepSeptember 24 , 2023
Sunday, Sep 24th 6:30p to 8:00p
The sun sets, ushering in the holiest day of the year. On Kol Nidre eve, we enter into God's presence, to be honest, modest, and contrite. The themes and melodies of our prayer seek to touch our souls and inspire our growth. -
Monday ,
SepSeptember 25 , 2023
Monday, Sep 25th 9:00a to 7:00p
The sun sets, ushering in the holiest day of the year. On Kol Nidre eve, we enter into God's presence, to be honest, modest, and contrite. The themes and melodies of our prayer seek to touch our souls and inspire our growth. -
Monday ,
SepSeptember 25 , 2023Chai Break Fast
Monday, Sep 25th 8:00p to 10:00p
Break your fast with all your Chai friends over pizza and beer! More information and registration coming soon! -
Thursday ,
SepSeptember 28 , 2023VTS Thursday Grades 2-7
Thursday, Sep 28th 4:00p to 6:00p
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Saturday ,
SepSeptember 30 , 2023
Shabbat, Sep 30th 9:30a to 12:00p
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Saturday ,
SepSeptember 30 , 2023
Shabbat, Sep 30th 7:00p to Sunday, Oct 1st 9:00a
One of our favorite High Holy Day activities is back for another year of fun, friends and memories! Join us for the sukkah sleepover Saturday, September 30th to Sunday, October 1st, you won't want to miss this! Registration to follow. -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 1 , 2023VTS Sundays
Sunday, Oct 1st 9:00a to 12:00p
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Sunday ,
OctOctober 1 , 2023
Sunday, Oct 1st 10:00a to 12:00p
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Monday ,
OctOctober 2 , 2023
Monday, Oct 2nd 11:00a to 3:00p
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Wednesday ,
OctOctober 4 , 2023
Wednesday, Oct 4th 10:30a to 12:00p