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Start of month of Cheshvan on the Hebrew calendar. חֶשְׁוָן (transliterated Cheshvan or Heshvan) is the 8th month of the Hebrew year, has 29 or 30 days, and corresponds to October or November on the Gregorian calendar. רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ, transliterated Rosh Chodesh or Rosh Hodesh, is a minor holiday that occurs at the beginning of every month in the Hebrew calendar. It is marked by the birth of a new moon
Torah: Numbers 28:1-15
https://hebcal.com/h/rosh-chodesh-cheshvan-2024?uc=ical-sar...
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Contact adulted@beth-david.org
Talmud Study with Rabbi Kunin (Zoom) Please join Rabbi David Kunin online for weekly Talmud study. The Talmud is the foundational document of rabbinic Judaism, containing laws and lore which underlie how Jews approach the world. Its dialectic toward truth yields a multiplicity of answers which we will explore in depth. All are welcome. No prior Talmud study experience necessary.
Please register (one-time only): https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/upcpdOqsqT4qCBoHK3SxfKmOdbCux3aLzA
You will receive your own personal Zoom link to use for all sessions of online Talmud study. Trouble registering? View our FAQ page
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Noach
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Contact Barbara Biran
biran@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit T'Fillah
Social Hall
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Kabbalat Shabbat and PotluckPlease join the rabbis as we welcome in Shabbat with an engaging service followed by a dairy/pareve potluck! We'll provide the challah and kiddush wine.
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| Saturday November 2, 2024 |
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Torah: Genesis 6:9-11:32; Numbers 28:9-15
Haftarah: Isaiah 66:1-24 | Shabbat Rosh Chodesh
Haftarah for Sephardim: Isaiah 54:1-10
https://hebcal.com/s/noach-20241102?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
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Start of month of Cheshvan on the Hebrew calendar. חֶשְׁוָן (transliterated Cheshvan or Heshvan) is the 8th month of the Hebrew year, has 29 or 30 days, and corresponds to October or November on the Gregorian calendar. רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ, transliterated Rosh Chodesh or Rosh Hodesh, is a minor holiday that occurs at the beginning of every month in the Hebrew calendar. It is marked by the birth of a new moon
Haftarah: Isaiah 66:1-24
https://hebcal.com/h/rosh-chodesh-cheshvan-2024?uc=ical-sar...
| | 8:50 AM |
Contact Barbara Biran
biran@beth-david.org
Location Pichetti Winery, 13100 Montebello Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014 - Map
Shabbat Hike
Join Rabbi Kunin for a Shabbat Hike at Picchetti Winery. We will share a morning of prayer, mindfulness, and community as we experience Shabbat in nature. The hike is limited to 30 participants, so please be sure to RSVP by October 28!
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| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
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Shabbat Services (Sanctuary/Youtube)
View updated mask policy Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/congregationbethdavid
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| Room/Location | Social Hall
Sukkah Patio
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Kiddush (Sukkah Patio/Social Hall)
Please join us for kiddush lunch on the Sukkah Patio or the Social Hall after services.
View updated mask policy
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Sunday November 3, 2024 |
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Minyan (Zoom)We are looking to include as many members of our Beth David family as possible in this wonderful tradition that brings comfort to our mourners and gives each of us a daily opportunity to connect with our soul, our community and our God
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Contact Rabbi Nathan Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Rm 11
Rm 12
Rm 13
Rm 14
Rm 15
Rm 16
Rm 17
Rm 18
Rm 19
Rm 20
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Religious School
In-Person! For pre-K - 7th grades.
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Contact Donna Frankel
info@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
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Tachrichim Sewing Event
Join Beth David volunteers sewing burial clothing for our Jewish Community. While it's great if you can bring a sewing machine and sew, we also need people who can sew by hand, iron, fold, package, inventory, read prayers or want to learn any of the above. Participants should
bring scissors, pins, white thread and portable sewing machines if they have
one.These sessions build connections are friendly and spiritual--we will train beginners!
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| Monday November 4, 2024 |
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Contact Ritual
Minyan (Zoom)
We are looking to include as many members of our Beth David family as possible in this wonderful tradition that brings comfort to our mourners and gives each of us a daily opportunity to connect with our soul, our community and our God
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| Tuesday November 5, 2024 |
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Contact Dafna Mizrahi
dafi.sorokin@gmail.com
Empty Nesters’ Coffee & Chat
This
is a social group for empty nesters to gather and share ideas about where
to go on vacation, technology problems, cooking, kids, funny stories, etc. We
meet the first Tuesday of each month at 10am at Paris Baguette in Cupertino. To
join the mailing list, or if you have any questions, please email Dafna Mizrahi
at Dafi.sorokin@gmail.com
| | 10:30 AM |
Contact Rabbi Kunin
rabbikunin@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
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Torah Study with Rabbi KuninThe Torah is our timeless treasure, with answers for the pivotal questions of the past, present and future. Sometimes it challenges us, and sometimes it disturbs us. Nonetheless there is always room for learning and debate. Each week we will examine ideas and issues from the weekly parasha and, through discussion and sometimes debate, discover meaningful connections between the wisdom our Torah and our modern lives. Please join this weekly informal Torah study session with Rabbi Kunin on a drop-in basis.
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Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org
Major themes in Jewish Theology with Rabbi KuninPlease join the next scheduled class on November 19.
If you can't attend in person, join on Zoom! Register once for a zoom link that works for all sessions.
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| Thursday November 7, 2024 |
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| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
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| Friday November 8, 2024 |
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Lech-Lecha
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| Saturday November 9, 2024 |
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Contact Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit T'Fillah
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Youth Congregation
An interactive
Shabbat service experience specifically targeted for our 1st - 5th grade students. Youth
participate in traditional prayer, Torah
readings, games and discussions inspired both by the weekly Torah portion
and current events. Adults/parents
welcome.
| | 11:15 AM |
Contact Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit T'Fillah
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Tot Shabbat with Rabbi Roller
This is a relaxing, lighthearted, interactive, Shabbat program for tots and their families. Join Rabbi Roller for singing , stories, movement and more!
| | 11:30 AM |
| | 12:45 PM |
Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
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Jewish Book Discussion Group (Beit Midrash)
“The Sephardi Survivor,” by Omer Friedlander.
The Shoah is Israel’s eternal tragedy, a living undercurrent coursing through social, political, and religious relationships and national policies. Although the unending impact of six million deaths ripples through contemporary generations of Jewish communities worldwide, Friedlander shines a light on Israel’s cultural emphasis on Ashkenazi suffering and the consequent impact on those who do not share that background. In this story, two elementary-age brothers of Mizrahi heritage scheme to convince an elderly European-Israeli to play the role of their grandfather for Bring Your Family’s Holocaust Survivor to School Day. The group will read the short story together, and then the discussion will be led by Joanne Cornbleet.
Email adulted@beth-david.org with questions.
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Sunday November 10, 2024 |
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Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org
Book Talk with Rabbi Sheldon LewisRabbi Sheldon Lewis, rabbi emeritus at Cong. Kol Emeth in Palo Alto, will speak on his new book: How Precious the Ground on Which We Walk: Jewish Values That Could Save the Earth. A question and answer period will follow. He will also sell copies of his book.
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| Monday November 11, 2024 |
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| Tuesday November 12, 2024 |
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Contact info@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
Board Room
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Navigating the Sea of Sacred Jewish LiteratureJoin Rabbi Roller as we embark together on a voyage of discover through the vast and diverse world of Jewish sacred literature. We will examine the unique characteristics of each genre and explore their historical contexts.
Starting with the varieties of biblical literature as a foundation, we will see how rabbinic, medieval, and modern texts build upon, reinterpret, and expand this core. Through this journey, we'll gain insight into the rich tapestry of intertextuality that characterizes Jewish literature, witnessing how each era contributes to an ongoing, dynamic conversation within Jewish tradition.
If you can't attend in person, join on Zoom! Register once for a zoom link that works for all sessions.
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItdu6qrTMqGdKWKMBEE2reqgLnT3UfKYhv
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| Wednesday November 13, 2024 |
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Contact Ritual VP
ritualvp@beth-david.org
Ritual Committee Meeting (Zoom)
This meeting has been canceled.
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| Thursday November 14, 2024 |
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Contact Beth David Women
women@beth-david.org
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Contact Israel Action Committee
Israel Action Committee Planning Meeting (Zoom)
This is a private meeting.
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| Friday November 15, 2024 |
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Vayera
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| Saturday November 16, 2024 |
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Torah: Genesis 18:1-22:24
Haftarah: II Kings 4:1-37
Haftarah for Sephardim: II Kings 4:1-23
https://hebcal.com/s/vayera-20241116?uc=ical-saratoga-2024
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| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
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Shabbat Services / David Paktor Birthday (Sanctuary/Youtube)
View updated mask policy Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/congregationbethdavid
| | 11:30 AM |
| | 4:30 PM |
Contact Barbara Biran
biran@beth-david.org
Ma'ariv (evening service) & HavdalahJoin us for a Seudah Shelishit of finger food and sweets. We will sing Shabbat and other Hebrew songs, and discuses the parsha from a mystical perspective. We will conclude with Havdalah.
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Sunday November 17, 2024 |
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| Monday November 18, 2024 |
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Contact Bill Beyda
Finance Committee Meeting (Zoom)
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Contact info@beth-david.org
Program Committee MeetingJoin the program committee for a Zoom meeting to discuss and plan events for the Congregation.
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| Tuesday November 19, 2024 |
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Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
Board Room
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Major themes in Jewish Theology with Rabbi KuninIn this class, we will explore some of the underlying theological concepts in Judaism, such as monotheism, covenant, hermaneutics (authority of scripture), life after death, theodicy (question of evil), the balance between faith and science, and the meaning of redemption, among many other topics. Each session will be a standalone lecture on one of these topics.
If you can't attend in person, join on Zoom! Register once for a zoom link that works for all sessions.
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| Thursday November 21, 2024 |
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Chevra Chesed/Care Committee Meeting
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| Friday November 22, 2024 |
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Chayei Sara
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Contact Iris Bendahan
info@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Mercaz
Sanctuary
Social Hall
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African Flair Kabbalat Shabbat & PotluckCo-Sponsored by Beth David’s Tikkun Olam Team and Israel Action Committee
The Jewish – Ethiopian holiday of SIGD is now a national Israeli holiday celebrated 50 days after Yom Kippur. Join as we celebrate SIGD starting with: - 5:30pm Happy Hour at in the Mercaz featuring Israeli wines and appetizers
- 6:00pm Vocalist Renee Benmeleh will lead us in an inspiring and joyful Kabbalat Shabbat service highlighting the melodies of the Ethiopian Jews and other Jewish African communities
- 7:30pm Vegetarian Potluck Shabbat Dinner Two authentic Ethiopian dishes, Honey wine, injera and Dabo bread will be provided!
The event is free, but please RSVP.
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| Saturday November 23, 2024 |
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| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
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Shabbat Services / In Honor of Paktor Birthdays (Sanctuary/Youtube) View updated mask policy Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/congregationbethdavid
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Sunday November 24, 2024 |
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| Room/Location | Kitchen
Mercaz
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Mah Jongg Tournament
This event is full. Please call the Admin office at 408-257-3333 to be added to the waitlist.
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| Monday November 25, 2024 |
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| | 3:00 PM |
Contact Ann Tavan
info@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
Board Room
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Crafters' Guild
Hosted by Ricki Gafter and Ann Tavan.
Do you enjoy sewing? Knitting? Crocheting? Do you want to get together with others while working on projects? This is an informal gathering with no membership requirements where all are welcome. Join us for crafting or simply for camaraderie. To add your name to the list, contact Ann Tavan (ann@tavan.com). Do you prefer meeting on Sunday mornings? We meet at 9:30am on select Sundays.
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| Tuesday November 26, 2024 |
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| Wednesday November 27, 2024 |
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| Thursday November 28, 2024 |
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Contact Barbara Biran
biran@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
Social Hall (Banquet)
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59th Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service & Social HourStart your day of gratitude off with neighbors of other faith communities in Saratoga at the 59th annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service. This year’s service will be held Beth David! Stay afterwards and enjoy an hour of socializing.
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| Friday November 29, 2024 |
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| | 4:33 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Toldot
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