Intermediate Conversational Hebrew

February 2, 2016 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm – This more advanced Hebrew language course offers an exploration of Israeli culture through a variety of media tools, including videos, songs, news articles and food.

Membership Committee Meeting

February 4, 2016 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm –

4th Grade Ruach Shabbat

February 6, 2016 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am – 3rd grade students will celebrate their third Ruach Shabbat service together.

Parents of Young Children Night Out!

February 6, 2016 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm –

Meet and mingle with other Religious School parents. Take advantage BTUSY Babysitting!

1st Grade Mezuzah Workshop

February 7, 2016 @ 9:45 am – 10:30 am – Parents will join their 1st grade children for a meaningful morning, during which families will decorate and individualize their personal mezuzot. Parents are welcomed (but not required) to join us for our morning Rocking Shaharit Service (9:00am-9:30am) and then remain with their children’s class until the conclusion of the activity (10:30am). Following the mezuzah workshop, […]

Lecture Series: Professor Rachel Havrelock

February 7, 2016 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am – Rachel Havrelock is Associate Professor of Jewish Studies and English at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Trained in Hebrew Bible, Rabbinics, Folklore, and Middle East Studies at the University of California, Berkeley, her research concerns three distinct areas and the overlap among them.

Jewish Film Series: Bethlehem

February 8, 2016 @ 12:00 am – Our popular Jewish Film Series is a great way to get a taste of Jewish culture, explore new concepts and hang out with friends in a fun, festive atmosphere. Each year we screen some of the best Jewish-related films made in America and throughout the world. Bethlehem tells the story of the complex relationship between an […]

CHUSY Basketball

February 8, 2016 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm –

Torah With the Rabbi

February 9, 2016 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am – Rabbi Alex offers a weekly Torah study session, with a special focus on the Bible as a living tradition. The texts are looked at closely to see how they are perceived by classical and modern commentators, as well as their implications for contemporary society.

Lore in the Loop

February 9, 2016 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – This program brings the Rabbi right to the offices of class participants — both in the Loop and in the ‘burbs. Lunch and lively discussion are provided. $20 cost includes lunch Contact Rabbi Alex (afelch@bnaitikvah.net) if you are interested