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SUMMARY:Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Lauren Goodlev\, together with Rabbi Beth Kalisch\, Rabbi Elisa Koppel and other teachers Tuesdays\, 7:00 – 8:00pm\, beginning November 18 Did you miss the opportunity to become b’nai mitzvah as a child? Or perhaps you became b’nai mitzvah\, but want to enhance your own Jewish knowledge? Maybe you want to feel more comfortable in synagogue or educated about Jewish customs? Or maybe you want to join a community of learners every week to deepen your connection to Judaism and learn from an adult perspective? If so\, then sign up for our Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class! This course will include introductory and intermediate level learning about Judaism with Cantor Goodlev\, Rabbi Kalisch\, and Rabbi Koppel\, as well as weekly online small group Hebrew tutoring\, culminating in a group b’nai mitzvah service on May 15\, 2027. Learners of all levels are welcome\, Registration fee applicable. \nSign up here or Email Cantor Goodlev if you are interested; lgoodlev@bdavid.org \nNOTE: If you are not Jewish\, or if you prefer a more basic overview of Judaism without a Hebrew component\, we recommend the Introduction to Judaism course
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/adult-bnai-mitzvah-class/2026-02-03/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260203T190000
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SUMMARY:Rabbi's Book Club: Heart of a Stranger (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Kalisch for a discussion about the new bestselling memoir by her longtime mentor\, Rabbi Angela Buchdahl. Rabbi Kalisch will repeat this program twice – once in person and once via Zoom. \nFrom the first Asian American to be ordained as a rabbi\, a stirring account of one woman’s journey from feeling like an outsider to becoming one of the most admired religious leaders in the world. Audiobook lovers\, take note that the audiobook is read by Rabbi Buchdahl and includes recordings of her singing. \nYou can find the book for purchase on Bookshop here or on Amazon here. \nSign Up Here
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/rabbis-book-club-heart-of-a-stranger/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
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SUMMARY:Bridging the Divide: Teaching Perspectives on Israel/Palestine
DESCRIPTION:How do we best educate ourselves about topics as polarizing\, and emotionally and politically charged\, as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict? Professor Michal Raucher will share how she approaches this challenge teaching a large lecture class in a diverse campus\, helping students engage with a wide range of perspectives through tools like a comparative news analysis. Join us for a conversation that explores not only what students are learning on campuses today\, but also how all of us might better understand each other across deep divides. \nDr. Michal Raucher is an Associate Professor of Jewish Studies at Rutgers University\, where her teaching includes a course on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. She recently completed her second book\, The New Rabbis\, an ethnography of women rabbis in American Orthodoxy. \nSign up here.
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/bridging-the-divide-teaching-perspectives-on-israel-palestine/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260129T133000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251218T162015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T162016Z
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SUMMARY:Liberal Zionism for the 21st Century
DESCRIPTION:Explore the core tensions and values of liberal Zionism as we grapple with the dominant critiques of Israel and Zionism in a post-October 7 reality. Together\, we’ll explore frameworks for holding moral complexity and talking about Israel with courage\, compassion\, and clarity. Students are encouraged to register for the entire series\, but participation in individual sessions is also possible – please reach out to Rabbi Kalisch. Brown bag lunches (kosher style) are welcome! \nThis course is based on the iEngage curriculum from the Shalom Hartman Institute\, which seeks to elevate the existing discourse from a crisis-based focus to one rooted in Jewish values and ideas. The Shalom Hartman Institute is a leading pluralistic center of research and education in Israel and North America that is redefining the conversation about Judaism in modernity\, religious pluralism\, Israeli democracy\, Israel and world Jewry\, and the relationship with other faith communities. \nSign up here.
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/liberal-zionism-for-the-21st-century-2/2026-01-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260127T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
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SUMMARY:Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Lauren Goodlev\, together with Rabbi Beth Kalisch\, Rabbi Elisa Koppel and other teachers Tuesdays\, 7:00 – 8:00pm\, beginning November 18 Did you miss the opportunity to become b’nai mitzvah as a child? Or perhaps you became b’nai mitzvah\, but want to enhance your own Jewish knowledge? Maybe you want to feel more comfortable in synagogue or educated about Jewish customs? Or maybe you want to join a community of learners every week to deepen your connection to Judaism and learn from an adult perspective? If so\, then sign up for our Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class! This course will include introductory and intermediate level learning about Judaism with Cantor Goodlev\, Rabbi Kalisch\, and Rabbi Koppel\, as well as weekly online small group Hebrew tutoring\, culminating in a group b’nai mitzvah service on May 15\, 2027. Learners of all levels are welcome\, Registration fee applicable. \nSign up here or Email Cantor Goodlev if you are interested; lgoodlev@bdavid.org \nNOTE: If you are not Jewish\, or if you prefer a more basic overview of Judaism without a Hebrew component\, we recommend the Introduction to Judaism course
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/adult-bnai-mitzvah-class/2026-01-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
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SUMMARY:Welcoming the Stranger: Images of Immigration
DESCRIPTION:A Photo Exhibit from Local Artist Rodney Atienza \nThe Torah commands us to love the stranger and the immigrant\, and this mitzvah is more important than ever right now. Beth David hosts local artist Rodney Atienza\, who will speak at Shabbat services about his exhibit\, Welcoming the Stranger: Images of Immigration\, and lead a Gallery Talk following services as part of a special oneg. \n6:30pm: Shabbat Services\n7:45pm: Gallery Talk with Artist \nThe exhibit will be on display at Beth David for several weeks following Rodney’s visit to Beth David. Please contact the office to schedule a visit. \nRegister Here
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/welcoming-the-stranger-images-of-immigration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260122T133000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251218T162015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T162016Z
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SUMMARY:Liberal Zionism for the 21st Century
DESCRIPTION:Explore the core tensions and values of liberal Zionism as we grapple with the dominant critiques of Israel and Zionism in a post-October 7 reality. Together\, we’ll explore frameworks for holding moral complexity and talking about Israel with courage\, compassion\, and clarity. Students are encouraged to register for the entire series\, but participation in individual sessions is also possible – please reach out to Rabbi Kalisch. Brown bag lunches (kosher style) are welcome! \nThis course is based on the iEngage curriculum from the Shalom Hartman Institute\, which seeks to elevate the existing discourse from a crisis-based focus to one rooted in Jewish values and ideas. The Shalom Hartman Institute is a leading pluralistic center of research and education in Israel and North America that is redefining the conversation about Judaism in modernity\, religious pluralism\, Israeli democracy\, Israel and world Jewry\, and the relationship with other faith communities. \nSign up here.
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/liberal-zionism-for-the-21st-century-2/2026-01-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251015T183052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T183052Z
UID:10001196-1768935600-1768939200@bdavid.org
SUMMARY:Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Lauren Goodlev\, together with Rabbi Beth Kalisch\, Rabbi Elisa Koppel and other teachers Tuesdays\, 7:00 – 8:00pm\, beginning November 18 Did you miss the opportunity to become b’nai mitzvah as a child? Or perhaps you became b’nai mitzvah\, but want to enhance your own Jewish knowledge? Maybe you want to feel more comfortable in synagogue or educated about Jewish customs? Or maybe you want to join a community of learners every week to deepen your connection to Judaism and learn from an adult perspective? If so\, then sign up for our Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class! This course will include introductory and intermediate level learning about Judaism with Cantor Goodlev\, Rabbi Kalisch\, and Rabbi Koppel\, as well as weekly online small group Hebrew tutoring\, culminating in a group b’nai mitzvah service on May 15\, 2027. Learners of all levels are welcome\, Registration fee applicable. \nSign up here or Email Cantor Goodlev if you are interested; lgoodlev@bdavid.org \nNOTE: If you are not Jewish\, or if you prefer a more basic overview of Judaism without a Hebrew component\, we recommend the Introduction to Judaism course
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/adult-bnai-mitzvah-class/2026-01-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260118T150000
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SUMMARY:Interfaith MLK Service at Bethel AME
DESCRIPTION:We will be partnering with several faith communities for a Multifaith Service at Bethel AME in Ardmore. \n163 Sheldon Lane\, Ardmore\, PA 19003 \nMore details to follow.
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/interfaith-mlk-service-at-bethel-ame/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260115T133000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251218T162015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T162016Z
UID:10001184-1768478400-1768483800@bdavid.org
SUMMARY:Liberal Zionism for the 21st Century
DESCRIPTION:Explore the core tensions and values of liberal Zionism as we grapple with the dominant critiques of Israel and Zionism in a post-October 7 reality. Together\, we’ll explore frameworks for holding moral complexity and talking about Israel with courage\, compassion\, and clarity. Students are encouraged to register for the entire series\, but participation in individual sessions is also possible – please reach out to Rabbi Kalisch. Brown bag lunches (kosher style) are welcome! \nThis course is based on the iEngage curriculum from the Shalom Hartman Institute\, which seeks to elevate the existing discourse from a crisis-based focus to one rooted in Jewish values and ideas. The Shalom Hartman Institute is a leading pluralistic center of research and education in Israel and North America that is redefining the conversation about Judaism in modernity\, religious pluralism\, Israeli democracy\, Israel and world Jewry\, and the relationship with other faith communities. \nSign up here.
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/liberal-zionism-for-the-21st-century-2/2026-01-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T183052Z
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SUMMARY:Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Lauren Goodlev\, together with Rabbi Beth Kalisch\, Rabbi Elisa Koppel and other teachers Tuesdays\, 7:00 – 8:00pm\, beginning November 18 Did you miss the opportunity to become b’nai mitzvah as a child? Or perhaps you became b’nai mitzvah\, but want to enhance your own Jewish knowledge? Maybe you want to feel more comfortable in synagogue or educated about Jewish customs? Or maybe you want to join a community of learners every week to deepen your connection to Judaism and learn from an adult perspective? If so\, then sign up for our Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class! This course will include introductory and intermediate level learning about Judaism with Cantor Goodlev\, Rabbi Kalisch\, and Rabbi Koppel\, as well as weekly online small group Hebrew tutoring\, culminating in a group b’nai mitzvah service on May 15\, 2027. Learners of all levels are welcome\, Registration fee applicable. \nSign up here or Email Cantor Goodlev if you are interested; lgoodlev@bdavid.org \nNOTE: If you are not Jewish\, or if you prefer a more basic overview of Judaism without a Hebrew component\, we recommend the Introduction to Judaism course
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/adult-bnai-mitzvah-class/2026-01-13/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251015T182718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T161058Z
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SUMMARY:Liberal Zionism for the 21st Century
DESCRIPTION:Explore the core tensions and values of liberal Zionism as we grapple with the dominant critiques of Israel and Zionism in a post-October 7 reality. Together\, we’ll explore frameworks for holding moral complexity and talking about Israel with courage\, compassion\, and clarity. Students are encouraged to register for the entire series\, but participation in individual sessions is also possible – please reach out to Rabbi Kalisch. Brown bag lunches (kosher style) are welcome! \nThis course is based on the iEngage curriculum from the Shalom Hartman Institute\, which seeks to elevate the existing discourse from a crisis-based focus to one rooted in Jewish values and ideas. The Shalom Hartman Institute is a leading pluralistic center of research and education in Israel and North America that is redefining the conversation about Judaism in modernity\, religious pluralism\, Israeli democracy\, Israel and world Jewry\, and the relationship with other faith communities. \nSign up here.
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/liberal-zionism-for-the-21st-century/2026-01-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251015T183052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T183052Z
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SUMMARY:Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Lauren Goodlev\, together with Rabbi Beth Kalisch\, Rabbi Elisa Koppel and other teachers Tuesdays\, 7:00 – 8:00pm\, beginning November 18 Did you miss the opportunity to become b’nai mitzvah as a child? Or perhaps you became b’nai mitzvah\, but want to enhance your own Jewish knowledge? Maybe you want to feel more comfortable in synagogue or educated about Jewish customs? Or maybe you want to join a community of learners every week to deepen your connection to Judaism and learn from an adult perspective? If so\, then sign up for our Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class! This course will include introductory and intermediate level learning about Judaism with Cantor Goodlev\, Rabbi Kalisch\, and Rabbi Koppel\, as well as weekly online small group Hebrew tutoring\, culminating in a group b’nai mitzvah service on May 15\, 2027. Learners of all levels are welcome\, Registration fee applicable. \nSign up here or Email Cantor Goodlev if you are interested; lgoodlev@bdavid.org \nNOTE: If you are not Jewish\, or if you prefer a more basic overview of Judaism without a Hebrew component\, we recommend the Introduction to Judaism course
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/adult-bnai-mitzvah-class/2026-01-06/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251230T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251230T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251015T183052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T183052Z
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SUMMARY:Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Lauren Goodlev\, together with Rabbi Beth Kalisch\, Rabbi Elisa Koppel and other teachers Tuesdays\, 7:00 – 8:00pm\, beginning November 18 Did you miss the opportunity to become b’nai mitzvah as a child? Or perhaps you became b’nai mitzvah\, but want to enhance your own Jewish knowledge? Maybe you want to feel more comfortable in synagogue or educated about Jewish customs? Or maybe you want to join a community of learners every week to deepen your connection to Judaism and learn from an adult perspective? If so\, then sign up for our Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class! This course will include introductory and intermediate level learning about Judaism with Cantor Goodlev\, Rabbi Kalisch\, and Rabbi Koppel\, as well as weekly online small group Hebrew tutoring\, culminating in a group b’nai mitzvah service on May 15\, 2027. Learners of all levels are welcome\, Registration fee applicable. \nSign up here or Email Cantor Goodlev if you are interested; lgoodlev@bdavid.org \nNOTE: If you are not Jewish\, or if you prefer a more basic overview of Judaism without a Hebrew component\, we recommend the Introduction to Judaism course
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/adult-bnai-mitzvah-class/2025-12-30/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251015T183052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T183052Z
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SUMMARY:Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Lauren Goodlev\, together with Rabbi Beth Kalisch\, Rabbi Elisa Koppel and other teachers Tuesdays\, 7:00 – 8:00pm\, beginning November 18 Did you miss the opportunity to become b’nai mitzvah as a child? Or perhaps you became b’nai mitzvah\, but want to enhance your own Jewish knowledge? Maybe you want to feel more comfortable in synagogue or educated about Jewish customs? Or maybe you want to join a community of learners every week to deepen your connection to Judaism and learn from an adult perspective? If so\, then sign up for our Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class! This course will include introductory and intermediate level learning about Judaism with Cantor Goodlev\, Rabbi Kalisch\, and Rabbi Koppel\, as well as weekly online small group Hebrew tutoring\, culminating in a group b’nai mitzvah service on May 15\, 2027. Learners of all levels are welcome\, Registration fee applicable. \nSign up here or Email Cantor Goodlev if you are interested; lgoodlev@bdavid.org \nNOTE: If you are not Jewish\, or if you prefer a more basic overview of Judaism without a Hebrew component\, we recommend the Introduction to Judaism course
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/adult-bnai-mitzvah-class/2025-12-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251219T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251219T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251203T191637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T184333Z
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SUMMARY:Shalom Shabbatakah
DESCRIPTION:Grab your hanukkiot\, bring your energy\, and let’s celebrate together!!\nWe will each light our own Hanukkah Menorah (BYO\, we’ll supply the candles) and enjoy the light that comes from the candles\, as well as the light of our community.  Plus the stories\, dancing\, and music that always comes with our monthly Shalom Shabbat service. It’s going to be a great night. \n5:45 vegetarian Middle Eastern dinner/reservations required \n6:30 service \nRegistration is required for dinner\, so we know how many to expect.  The cost of dinner is $20 per adult/teen; $10 per child\, 12 and under. If the cost of dinner is prohibitive to your family joining us\, please let us know so that we can make an alternative arrangement. \nSign up and pay for dinner here: https://bdavid.shulcloud.com/form/shalom-shabbat-2025-december.html
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/shalom-shabbitakah/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251218T131500
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251125T162113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T152811Z
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SUMMARY:Hanukkah Lunch-and-Learn
DESCRIPTION:Take a mid-day break with Rabbi Kalisch to celebrate Hanukkah! We’ll provide lunch (with latkes of course!)\, thought-provoking study\, and an opportunity to delve a little deeper into this beloved holiday. \nRegister Here. \n 
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/hanukkah-lunch-and-learn/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251107T193517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T193517Z
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/blood-drive-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251015T183052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T183052Z
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SUMMARY:Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Lauren Goodlev\, together with Rabbi Beth Kalisch\, Rabbi Elisa Koppel and other teachers Tuesdays\, 7:00 – 8:00pm\, beginning November 18 Did you miss the opportunity to become b’nai mitzvah as a child? Or perhaps you became b’nai mitzvah\, but want to enhance your own Jewish knowledge? Maybe you want to feel more comfortable in synagogue or educated about Jewish customs? Or maybe you want to join a community of learners every week to deepen your connection to Judaism and learn from an adult perspective? If so\, then sign up for our Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class! This course will include introductory and intermediate level learning about Judaism with Cantor Goodlev\, Rabbi Kalisch\, and Rabbi Koppel\, as well as weekly online small group Hebrew tutoring\, culminating in a group b’nai mitzvah service on May 15\, 2027. Learners of all levels are welcome\, Registration fee applicable. \nSign up here or Email Cantor Goodlev if you are interested; lgoodlev@bdavid.org \nNOTE: If you are not Jewish\, or if you prefer a more basic overview of Judaism without a Hebrew component\, we recommend the Introduction to Judaism course
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/adult-bnai-mitzvah-class/2025-12-16/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251216T174500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20221213T021831Z
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SUMMARY:HANUKKAH PARKING LOT-KAH PARTY
DESCRIPTION:PARKING LOT-kah CELEBRATION IS\nMOVING INDOORS\n \nThe Parking Lot-ke Party is back! Chef Jim Castello and friends will be frying up latkes on the griddle outside on the patio… and keeping us  warm inside in the Atrium with hot apple cider and sufganiot (jelly doughnuts)! Music for all ages\, and activities for kids. All are welcome\, from our Beth David community\, all our neighbors\, and anyone else who loves latkes!  Besides eating Latkes we also kindle the lights of the menorah and what better way to illustrate that is with FIRE! Not just any fire\, but a Fire Eater performance with One Man Sideshow\, David Darwin\, who appeared on America’s Got Talent. \nYou won’t want to miss it…it will be de-LIGHT-ful!\n \n\n  \n\n 
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/parking-lot-kah/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251214T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251008T183537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T180749Z
UID:10001171-1765706400-1765711800@bdavid.org
SUMMARY:Challenges to Public Health and the Assault on Vaccines
DESCRIPTION:Sign up here.
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/challenges-to-public-health-and-the-assault-on-vaccines/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251217
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251210T163019Z
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SUMMARY:Hanukkah Mitzvah Project
DESCRIPTION:Support our Teen Hanukkah Mitzvah Project!\nGift Bags for At-Risk West Philadelphia Families\nTeen Tzedek Corps\, our teen social justice group\, is organizing our annual drive to support vulnerable students at Mastery Charter Harrity Elementary School. Every year\, the school social worker identifies vulnerable families who need extra support over winter break\, and Beth David puts together bags of food and other supplies for each family. Please click on the link below to donate! Donations can be dropped off outside Beth David until December 16\, or bring them with you to the Parking Lot-ke Party on December 16 from 5:47 – 7:00pm! Teens are encouraged to join for their own Hanukkah event\, which will include latkes and sorting and packing the donations\, on 12/16 from 6:30-8:00pm. \nClick here to see what’s needed.\nOR \n \n 
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/hanukkah-mitzvah-project/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251015T183052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T183052Z
UID:10001190-1765306800-1765310400@bdavid.org
SUMMARY:Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Lauren Goodlev\, together with Rabbi Beth Kalisch\, Rabbi Elisa Koppel and other teachers Tuesdays\, 7:00 – 8:00pm\, beginning November 18 Did you miss the opportunity to become b’nai mitzvah as a child? Or perhaps you became b’nai mitzvah\, but want to enhance your own Jewish knowledge? Maybe you want to feel more comfortable in synagogue or educated about Jewish customs? Or maybe you want to join a community of learners every week to deepen your connection to Judaism and learn from an adult perspective? If so\, then sign up for our Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class! This course will include introductory and intermediate level learning about Judaism with Cantor Goodlev\, Rabbi Kalisch\, and Rabbi Koppel\, as well as weekly online small group Hebrew tutoring\, culminating in a group b’nai mitzvah service on May 15\, 2027. Learners of all levels are welcome\, Registration fee applicable. \nSign up here or Email Cantor Goodlev if you are interested; lgoodlev@bdavid.org \nNOTE: If you are not Jewish\, or if you prefer a more basic overview of Judaism without a Hebrew component\, we recommend the Introduction to Judaism course
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/adult-bnai-mitzvah-class/2025-12-09/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20250514T192302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T151237Z
UID:10001130-1764892800-1765151999@bdavid.org
SUMMARY:Beth David Winter Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Beth David Annual Retreat December 5 – 7 at Camp Harlam\n\nRegistration is Live!!!\nJoin us for an overnight at camp! We are so excited to bring our community to Camp Harlam for camp style Judaism. It’s going to be a great way to build community\, for kids and for adults. And this year\, we get to be there all weekend! Note: For families that do not attend\, there will be a special program at synagogue the morning of December 7. \nMost of our time will be programmed: with everyone\, kids and adults participating\, in parallel activities\, and with choices of activities. Our time together will include: Shabbat services\, a Smores Oneg Shabbat (a Smoreneg!)\, adult hang-out at the fire pit afterward\, gaga\, an obstacle course\, learning and exploration\, and plenty of time to socialize and have fun. \nWe have some great things planned already\, and will be working with our volunteer committees in the coming weeks to plan even more! \nAdult Housing includes double or queen sized beds with private bathrooms; and there’s a variety of options for housing for kids: in a room with parents/guardians\, in a room next to parents/guardians\, or (for 2nd grade and up) dormitory style group housing. Teens in 7th grade and up will be able to help out as Junior Counselors\, with a discounted registration of $50\, and stay in teen housing–let Rabbi Koppel know if you plan to join your teen or if your teen prefers to come on their own\, so Rabbi can get you a discount code. \nRegistration is live!! And is due on November 21.\nDetails and registration here:\nhttps://bdavid.shulcloud.com/form/harlamretreat2025.html
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/beth-david-winter-retreat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251015T182718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T161058Z
UID:10001182-1764849600-1764855000@bdavid.org
SUMMARY:Liberal Zionism for the 21st Century
DESCRIPTION:Explore the core tensions and values of liberal Zionism as we grapple with the dominant critiques of Israel and Zionism in a post-October 7 reality. Together\, we’ll explore frameworks for holding moral complexity and talking about Israel with courage\, compassion\, and clarity. Students are encouraged to register for the entire series\, but participation in individual sessions is also possible – please reach out to Rabbi Kalisch. Brown bag lunches (kosher style) are welcome! \nThis course is based on the iEngage curriculum from the Shalom Hartman Institute\, which seeks to elevate the existing discourse from a crisis-based focus to one rooted in Jewish values and ideas. The Shalom Hartman Institute is a leading pluralistic center of research and education in Israel and North America that is redefining the conversation about Judaism in modernity\, religious pluralism\, Israeli democracy\, Israel and world Jewry\, and the relationship with other faith communities. \nSign up here.
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/liberal-zionism-for-the-21st-century/2025-12-04/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251203T181930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T182219Z
UID:10001278-1764720000-1769212799@bdavid.org
SUMMARY:Sisterhood Annual Mah Jongg Card Sale
DESCRIPTION:ANNUAL MAH JONGG CARD SALE\n                  Buy your 2026 MJ card through Sisterhood at NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE and we all win! \nOfficial card is mailed to your home in April directly from the National Mah Jongg League \nBeth David Sisterhood receives a rebate from the League for each card sold. \nStandard size card:  $14*    Large size card:  $15* \nAll orders are due by January 23  \n*Same as 2025 prices set by the National Mah Jongg League. \n  \nTwo steps to order card:\n1. E-mail your order to reruvin@gmail.com \nInclude the following information with your order: \n   NAME\nMAIL ADDRESS FOR CARD DELIVERY\nPHONE NUMBER\nE-MAIL ADDRESS\nNUMBER OF CARDS AND SIZE \n     Questions? Contact Roberta Ruvin  \n2. Send your check payable to Beth David Sisterhood\n(include “MJ card” in memo line) to: \n   DEBRA WEINSTEIN\n1637 OAKWOOD DRIVE\,  S 118\nPENN VALLEY\, PA  19072 \nOr pay by Venmo to @BethDavid
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/sisterhood-annual-mah-jongg-card-sale/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251015T183052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T183052Z
UID:10001189-1764702000-1764705600@bdavid.org
SUMMARY:Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Lauren Goodlev\, together with Rabbi Beth Kalisch\, Rabbi Elisa Koppel and other teachers Tuesdays\, 7:00 – 8:00pm\, beginning November 18 Did you miss the opportunity to become b’nai mitzvah as a child? Or perhaps you became b’nai mitzvah\, but want to enhance your own Jewish knowledge? Maybe you want to feel more comfortable in synagogue or educated about Jewish customs? Or maybe you want to join a community of learners every week to deepen your connection to Judaism and learn from an adult perspective? If so\, then sign up for our Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class! This course will include introductory and intermediate level learning about Judaism with Cantor Goodlev\, Rabbi Kalisch\, and Rabbi Koppel\, as well as weekly online small group Hebrew tutoring\, culminating in a group b’nai mitzvah service on May 15\, 2027. Learners of all levels are welcome\, Registration fee applicable. \nSign up here or Email Cantor Goodlev if you are interested; lgoodlev@bdavid.org \nNOTE: If you are not Jewish\, or if you prefer a more basic overview of Judaism without a Hebrew component\, we recommend the Introduction to Judaism course
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/adult-bnai-mitzvah-class/2025-12-02/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251015T183052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T183052Z
UID:10001188-1764097200-1764100800@bdavid.org
SUMMARY:Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Lauren Goodlev\, together with Rabbi Beth Kalisch\, Rabbi Elisa Koppel and other teachers Tuesdays\, 7:00 – 8:00pm\, beginning November 18 Did you miss the opportunity to become b’nai mitzvah as a child? Or perhaps you became b’nai mitzvah\, but want to enhance your own Jewish knowledge? Maybe you want to feel more comfortable in synagogue or educated about Jewish customs? Or maybe you want to join a community of learners every week to deepen your connection to Judaism and learn from an adult perspective? If so\, then sign up for our Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class! This course will include introductory and intermediate level learning about Judaism with Cantor Goodlev\, Rabbi Kalisch\, and Rabbi Koppel\, as well as weekly online small group Hebrew tutoring\, culminating in a group b’nai mitzvah service on May 15\, 2027. Learners of all levels are welcome\, Registration fee applicable. \nSign up here or Email Cantor Goodlev if you are interested; lgoodlev@bdavid.org \nNOTE: If you are not Jewish\, or if you prefer a more basic overview of Judaism without a Hebrew component\, we recommend the Introduction to Judaism course
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/adult-bnai-mitzvah-class/2025-11-25/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251120T133000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251015T182718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T161058Z
UID:10001181-1763640000-1763645400@bdavid.org
SUMMARY:Liberal Zionism for the 21st Century
DESCRIPTION:Explore the core tensions and values of liberal Zionism as we grapple with the dominant critiques of Israel and Zionism in a post-October 7 reality. Together\, we’ll explore frameworks for holding moral complexity and talking about Israel with courage\, compassion\, and clarity. Students are encouraged to register for the entire series\, but participation in individual sessions is also possible – please reach out to Rabbi Kalisch. Brown bag lunches (kosher style) are welcome! \nThis course is based on the iEngage curriculum from the Shalom Hartman Institute\, which seeks to elevate the existing discourse from a crisis-based focus to one rooted in Jewish values and ideas. The Shalom Hartman Institute is a leading pluralistic center of research and education in Israel and North America that is redefining the conversation about Judaism in modernity\, religious pluralism\, Israeli democracy\, Israel and world Jewry\, and the relationship with other faith communities. \nSign up here.
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/liberal-zionism-for-the-21st-century/2025-11-20/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191917
CREATED:20251015T183052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T183052Z
UID:10001187-1763492400-1763496000@bdavid.org
SUMMARY:Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Lauren Goodlev\, together with Rabbi Beth Kalisch\, Rabbi Elisa Koppel and other teachers Tuesdays\, 7:00 – 8:00pm\, beginning November 18 Did you miss the opportunity to become b’nai mitzvah as a child? Or perhaps you became b’nai mitzvah\, but want to enhance your own Jewish knowledge? Maybe you want to feel more comfortable in synagogue or educated about Jewish customs? Or maybe you want to join a community of learners every week to deepen your connection to Judaism and learn from an adult perspective? If so\, then sign up for our Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class! This course will include introductory and intermediate level learning about Judaism with Cantor Goodlev\, Rabbi Kalisch\, and Rabbi Koppel\, as well as weekly online small group Hebrew tutoring\, culminating in a group b’nai mitzvah service on May 15\, 2027. Learners of all levels are welcome\, Registration fee applicable. \nSign up here or Email Cantor Goodlev if you are interested; lgoodlev@bdavid.org \nNOTE: If you are not Jewish\, or if you prefer a more basic overview of Judaism without a Hebrew component\, we recommend the Introduction to Judaism course
URL:https://bdavid.org/event/adult-bnai-mitzvah-class/2025-11-18/
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