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Thursday May 1, 2025
 
 


Today is 18 days, which is 2 weeks and 4 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם שְׁמוֹנָה עָשָׂר יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שְׁנֵי שָׁבוּעוֹת וְאַרְבָּעָה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Eternity within Beauty
נֶּֽצַח שֶׁבְּתִּפאֶרֶת
Netzach sheb'Tiferet

 

 


Israeli Independence Day. Commemorates the declaration of independence of Israel in 1948. Although Yom HaAtzma'ut is normally observed on the 5th of Iyyar, it may be moved earlier or postponed if observance of the holiday (or Yom HaZikaron, which always precedes it) would conflict with Shabbat

https://hebcal.com/h/yom-haatzmaut-2025?uc=ical-saratoga-20...

7:00 PM

Contact  Ritual
Room/LocationOnline


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

7:30 PM

Contact  Chevra Chesed
chevrachesed@beth-david.org
Room/LocationBeit Midrash
Board Room
ClassificationMeeting


Friendly Calls Training with Rabbi Kunin
Rabbi Kunin will conduct role playing-based training in these 75-minute long session. They will not be recorded, so we encourage you to find a date to attend. Please RSVP to ChevraChesed@Beth-David.org so we know who will be attending the sessions.

Friday May 2, 2025
 
 


Today is 19 days, which is 2 weeks and 5 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם תִּשְׁעָה עָשָׂר יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שְׁנֵי שָׁבוּעוֹת וְחֲמִשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Splendor within Beauty
הוֹד שֶׁבְּתִּפאֶרֶת
Hod sheb'Tiferet

 

10:00 AM

Contact  adulted@beth-david.org
Room/LocationOnline
ClassificationClass


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

1:00 PM

Contact  Rabbi Kunin
kunin@beth-david.org
Room/LocationKitchen


Judeo-Mexican Cooking
Join Rabbi Kunin in cooking a gourmet Judeo-Mexican dinner to be enjoyed during the evening's Kabbalat Shabbat event!

This signup is for COOKING ONLY. If you plan to attend the evening program, please sign up for that separately.

5:00 PM

Contact  Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org
Room/LocationRm 15
Rm 16
Rm 17


Family Potluck and Shabbatot
Have kids that need to eat before our main Friday Night dinner? No problem! Join Rabbi Roller and other families with young children to welcome Shabbat in a short service filled with song and dance, followed by a potluck dinner. 


6:30 PM

Contact  Barbara Biran
biran@beth-david.org
Room/LocationBeit T'Fillah
Social Hall


Kabbalat Shabbat and Judeo-Mexican Feast

Please join the rabbis as we welcome in Shabbat with an engaging service followed by a Judeo-Mexican feast, prepared by fellow congregants!

The menu will include a wonderful gluten free assortment of Mexican food including Guacamole, Tortilla Soup, Chicken with Pipian Verde (a wonderful parve pumpkin seed mole), Spanish rice, and a Sephardic Flan.

Cost: Adults (age 18+) $20; Teens (age 13-17) $15; Children (age 5-12) $10; Tots 4 and under Free.


7:41 PM

Location  Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map

Parashat Tazria-Metzora

Saturday May 3, 2025
 
 


Today is 20 days, which is 2 weeks and 6 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם עֶשְׂרִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שְׁנֵי שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשִׁשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Foundation within Beauty
יְּסוֹד שֶׁבְּתִּפאֶרֶת
Yesod sheb'Tiferet

 

 


Torah: Leviticus 12:1-15:33
Haftarah: II Kings 7:3-20

https://hebcal.com/s/tazria-metzora-20250503?uc=ical-sarato...

9:30 AM
Room/LocationOnline
Sanctuary


Shabbat Services (Sanctuary/YouTube)
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/congregationbethdavid



11:30 AM
Room/LocationSocial Hall
Sukkah Patio


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


8:42 PM

Location  Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Sunday May 4, 2025
 
 


Today is 21 days, which is 3 weeks of the Omer

הַיוֹם אֶחָד וְעֶשְׂרִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שְׁלוֹשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת לָעוֹמֶר

Majesty within Beauty
מַּלְכוּת שֶׁבְּתִּפאֶרֶת
Malkhut sheb'Tiferet

 

9:30 AM
Room/LocationOnline


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

 

Contact  Rabbi Nathan Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org
Room/LocationRm 11
Rm 12
Rm 13
Rm 14
Rm 15
Rm 16
Rm 17
Rm 18
Rm 19
Rm 20
ClassificationClass


Religious School

In-Person! For pre-K - 7th grades.

For more information and to register your child, visit https://beth-david.org/youth-education/

10:00 AM

Contact  Ann Tavan
info@beth-david.org
Room/LocationBeit Midrash
Board Room


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).

2:00 PM

Contact  Israel Action Committee
israelaction@beth-david.org
Room/LocationSanctuary


Ladino Music Concert and Sephardic Culture
Please join Beth David Israel Action for a unique and special music presentation featuring Spanish/Ladino singer/storyteller Rivka Amado. Dr. Amado will tell the story of Sephardic Jewry through song, along the way sharing the story of the Ladino language, and some beautiful traditional songs from the rich Ladino musical repertoire.

Cost: Adults - $10; Kids aged 12-5 - $5; Kids under 5 - Free. $30 family maximum.
RSVP:

Beth David Patrons are free, please email Monica to RSVP.

If you'd like to make an additional donations to support this programming: https://beth-david.org/donate/

3:00 PM

Contact  Iris Bendahan
tikkunolam@beth-david.org
Room/Location(Offsite)

Location  Martial Cottle Park, 5283 Snell Ave, San Jose, CA 95136 - Map


AAi Unity Walkathon

Where else can you go to enjoy great food, great friends, and great fun while advancing the amazing cause of uniting Jews, Christians, and Muslims to alleviate poverty and save lives?

AAi is like a complete league of teams who provide different services to the unhoused, so our volunteers really only get one chance annually to celebrate ALL TOGETHER! And this year we have a site that can accommodate over 300 people!

There will be fun, games, and a drawing with great prizes.
You can volunteer to help plan, sponsor a walker or register to walk yourself!



Monday May 5, 2025
 
 


Today is 22 days, which is 3 weeks and 1 day of the Omer

הַיוֹם שְׁנַיִם וְעֶשְׂרִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שְׁלוֹשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְיוֹם אֶחָד לָעוֹמֶר

Lovingkindness within Eternity
חֶֽסֶד שֶׁבְּנֶּֽצַח
Chesed sheb'Netzach

 

7:00 PM
Tuesday May 6, 2025
 
 


Today is 23 days, which is 3 weeks and 2 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם שְׁלוֹשָׁה וְעֶשְׂרִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שְׁלוֹשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשְׁנֵי יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Might within Eternity
גְבוּרָה שֶׁבְּנֶּֽצַח
Gevurah sheb'Netzach

 

7:00 PM
7:30 PM

Contact  info@beth-david.org
Room/LocationOnline


Navigating the Sea of Sacred Jewish Literature (Zoom)
This class session has been canceled.

This class is now exclusively on Zoom! Register once for a zoom link that works for all sessions.
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItdu6qrTMqGdKWKMBEE2reqgLnT3UfKYhv

Wednesday May 7, 2025
 
 


Today is 24 days, which is 3 weeks and 3 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם אַרְבָּעָה וְעֶשְׂרִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שְׁלוֹשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשְׁלוֹשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Beauty within Eternity
תִּפאֶרֶת שֶׁבְּנֶּֽצַח
Tiferet sheb'Netzach

 

11:00 AM

Contact  Tikkun Olam Team
tikkunolam@beth-david.org
Room/LocationSocial Hall


AAi Blood Drive (Social Hall)
Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood, and each donation of blood can save up to 3 lives! Join Jews, Christians, and Muslims to assist Red Cross staff, check-in donors, sterilize chairs and tables in donor waiting areas, refill refreshments for donors post-donation, and ensure donors are feeling well before departure.

No experience is necessary! American Red Cross staff will train you to accomplish these tasks easily and safely, providing everything you need.


11:30 AM

Contact  Susan Greenberg Englander
info@beth-david.org
Room/LocationBeit Midrash
Board Room
ClassificationClass


Balance and Stretch Class

We have a few openings in our class on Wednesdays from 11:30am – 12:30pm. Please email Monica at hernandez@beth-david.org, if you are interested in signing up.


4:30 PM

Contact  Rabbi Nathan Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org
Room/LocationOnline
ClassificationClass


Online Religious School

For 3rd - 7th grades.

For more information and to register your child, visit https://beth-david.org/youth-education/


7:00 PM
Thursday May 8, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 25 days, which is 3 weeks and 4 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם חֲמִשָׁה וְעֶשְׂרִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שְׁלוֹשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְאַרְבָּעָה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Eternity within Eternity
נֶּֽצַח שֶׁבְּנֶּֽצַח
Netzach sheb'Netzach

12:00 PM

Contact  Beth David Women
women@beth-david.org
Room/Location(Offsite)
ClassificationSocial


Ladies Who Lunch

Join Beth David Women for our popular monthly luncheon at a member's home. This is a casual opportunity for women of all ages to get together and socialize. 

RSVP: 
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0545ABA622A4F85-56457103-may82025#/

Email women@beth-david.org with questions

7:00 PM
7:30 PM

Contact  Israel Action Committee
Room/LocationOnline
ClassificationMeeting


Israel Action Committee Planning Meeting (Zoom)
This is a private meeting.

Friday May 9, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 26 days, which is 3 weeks and 5 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם שִׁשָׁה וְעֶשְׂרִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שְׁלוֹשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְחֲמִשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Splendor within Eternity
הוֹד שֶׁבְּנֶּֽצַח
Hod sheb'Netzach

7:47 PM

Location  Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map

Parashat Achrei Mot-Kedoshim

Saturday May 10, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 27 days, which is 3 weeks and 6 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם שִׁבְעָה וְעֶשְׂרִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שְׁלוֹשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשִׁשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Foundation within Eternity
יְּסוֹד שֶׁבְּנֶּֽצַח
Yesod sheb'Netzach

 


Torah: Leviticus 16:1-20:27
Haftarah: Amos 9:7-15

https://hebcal.com/s/achrei-mot-kedoshim-20250510?uc=ical-s...

9:30 AM
9:45 AM

Contact  Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org
Room/LocationBeit T'Fillah


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/LocationBeit T'Fillah


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/LocationBeit Midrash


Jewish Book Discussion Group (Beit Midrash)


Join this monthly meeting to discuss Jewish literature! 


Wolf Hunt by Ayelet Gunnar-Goshen, led by Ruth Kohan


Email adulted@beth-david.org with questions. 


8:48 PM

Location  Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Sunday May 11, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 28 days, which is 4 weeks of the Omer

הַיוֹם שְׁמוֹנָה וְעֶשְׂרִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם אַרְבָּעָה שָׁבוּעוֹת לָעוֹמֶר

Majesty within Eternity
מַּלְכוּת שֶׁבְּנֶּֽצַח
Malkhut sheb'Netzach

 

9:30 AM
Monday May 12, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 29 days, which is 4 weeks and 1 day of the Omer

הַיוֹם תִּשְׁעָה וְעֶשְׂרִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם אַרְבָּעָה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְיוֹם אֶחָד לָעוֹמֶר

Lovingkindness within Splendor
חֶֽסֶד שֶׁבְּהוֹד
Chesed sheb'Hod

 


Second Passover, one month after Passover

https://hebcal.com/h/pesach-sheni-2025?uc=ical-saratoga-2025

7:00 PM
Tuesday May 13, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 30 days, which is 4 weeks and 2 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם שְׁלוֹשִׁים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם אַרְבָּעָה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשְׁנֵי יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Might within Splendor
גְבוּרָה שֶׁבְּהוֹד
Gevurah sheb'Hod

7:00 PM
7:30 PM

Contact  info@beth-david.org
Room/LocationOnline


Navigating the Sea of Sacred Jewish Literature (Zoom)
Join 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.

This class is now exclusively on Zoom! Register once for a zoom link that works for all sessions.
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItdu6qrTMqGdKWKMBEE2reqgLnT3UfKYhv

 

Contact  Irene Spector
president@beth-david.org
Room/LocationOnline

Wednesday May 14, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 31 days, which is 4 weeks and 3 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם אֶחָד וְשְׁלוֹשִׁים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם אַרְבָּעָה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשְׁלוֹשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Beauty within Splendor
תִּפאֶרֶת שֶׁבְּהוֹד
Tiferet sheb'Hod

11:30 AM
7:00 PM
Thursday May 15, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 32 days, which is 4 weeks and 4 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם שְׁנַיִם וְשְׁלוֹשִׁים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם אַרְבָּעָה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְאַרְבָּעָה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Eternity within Splendor
נֶּֽצַח שֶׁבְּהוֹד
Netzach sheb'Hod

10:15 AM
Room/LocationBeit Midrash
ClassificationMeeting

7:00 PM
Friday May 16, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 33 days, which is 4 weeks and 5 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם שְׁלוֹשָׁה וְשְׁלוֹשִׁים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם אַרְבָּעָה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְחֲמִשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Splendor within Splendor
הוֹד שֶׁבְּהוֹד
Hod sheb'Hod

 



10:00 AM
6:00 PM

Contact  info@beth-david.org
Room/LocationSocial Hall


Scholar-in-Residence Dinner
Please join us for Shabbat dinner with Rabbi David Golinkin and then stay for Kabbalat Shabbat which includes Rabbi Golinkin sharing a retrospective of the Jewish state based on his fifty years of residence there.

Menu includes:
Individual Salmon & Herb Puff Pastry Dumplings; Savory Tofu Broccoli Stir-Fry; Mushroom Risotto; Mashed Potatoes; Savory Eggplant and Tomato Compote; Israeli Chopped Salad; Seasoned Roasted Vegetable Platter; Dill & Chive Peas; Desserts

Adults (14+): $36; Kids (5-13): $18; Under Five: Free
Register by May 5

RSVP

7:15 PM

Contact  Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org
Room/LocationSanctuary


Scholar-in-Residence: Israel at 77 - a fifty year retrospective
During the Friday night Kabbalat Shabbat service, this year's scholar-in-residence, Rabbi David Golinkin, will share a retrospective of the Jewish state based on his fifty years of residence there.


7:53 PM

Location  Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map

Parashat Emor

Saturday May 17, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 34 days, which is 4 weeks and 6 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם אַרְבָּעָה וְשְׁלוֹשִׁים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם אַרְבָּעָה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשִׁשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Foundation within Splendor
יְּסוֹד שֶׁבְּהוֹד
Yesod sheb'Hod

 


Torah: Leviticus 21:1-24:23
Haftarah: Ezekiel 44:15-31

https://hebcal.com/s/emor-20250517?uc=ical-saratoga-2025

9:30 AM
Room/LocationOnline
Sanctuary


Shabbat Services (Sanctuary/YouTube)
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/congregationbethdavid

Please RSVP for lunch so we know how much food to order!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48A5AA28A5F5CF8-56453847-scholar


11:30 AM
Room/LocationSocial Hall
Sukkah Patio


Kiddush (Sukkah Patio/Social Hall)
Please join us for Scholar in Residence weekend kiddush lunch on the Sukkah Patio or the Social Hall after services.


1:00 PM

Contact  Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org
Room/LocationSanctuary


Scholar-in-Residence: How are these Responsa different from all other Responsa?
Following Kiddush lunch, Rabbi Golinkin will discuss several Conservative responsa written in Israel during the past 40 years, many of which were authored by Golinkin himself. He has chosen responsa which are relevant to current situations, including some related to the current war.

8:30 PM

Contact  Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org
Room/LocationSanctuary


Scholar-in-Residence: A history of Jerusalem in song
Rabbi David Golinkin will perform a history of Jerusalem in song, in honor of Yom Yerushalayim.

8:54 PM

Location  Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Sunday May 18, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 35 days, which is 5 weeks of the Omer

הַיוֹם חֲמִשָׁה וְשְׁלוֹשִׁים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם חֲמִשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת לָעוֹמֶר

Majesty within Splendor
מַּלְכוּת שֶׁבְּהוֹד
Malkhut sheb'Hod

9:30 AM
 

Contact  Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org
Room/LocationRm 13
Rm 14
Rm 15
Rm 16
Rm 17
Rm 18
Rm 19
Rm 20


Family Learning Experiences with Rabbi Roller

Celebrate the Jewish Year with Us! Connect with our tradition and each other. 
Join Rabbi Roller for learning experiences with games, music, art and food! 
Open to the community! More information: Email Rabbi Nathan Roller, Rabbi Educator

 

UPCOMING:

Aug. 18th: Tu b’Av/Religious School Kickoff

Sept 29th: Reverse Tashlich at the Beach

Oct. 6th: High Holy Days Family Learning

Oct. 20th: Sukkot Family Learning

Dec. 22nd: Hanukkah Learning

Feb. 2nd: Jewbilee at the JCC

Feb. 9th: Mitzvah Day

Mar. 16th: Purim Carnival

Apr. 6th: Passover Learning

Apr. 20th: Chocolate Seder

May 18th: End of Year Celebration


Monday May 19, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 36 days, which is 5 weeks and 1 day of the Omer

הַיוֹם שִׁשָׁה וְשְׁלוֹשִׁים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם חֲמִשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְיוֹם אֶחָד לָעוֹמֶר

Lovingkindness within Foundation
חֶֽסֶד שֶׁבִּיְּסוֹד
Chesed shebiYesod

3:00 PM

Contact  Ann Tavan
info@beth-david.org
Room/LocationBeit Midrash
Board Room


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. For more information about the group’s activities and future meetings, click:  Congregation Beth David Crafters' Guild and Meeting Update. To add your name to the list, contact Ann Tavan (ann@tavan.com).

7:00 PM
7:30 PM

Contact  Bill Beyda
Room/LocationOnline
ClassificationMeeting


Finance Committee Meeting (Zoom)



Tuesday May 20, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 37 days, which is 5 weeks and 2 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם שִׁבְעָה וְשְׁלוֹשִׁים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם חֲמִשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשְׁנֵי יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Might within Foundation
גְבוּרָה שֶׁבִּיְּסוֹד
Gevurah shebiYesod

10:30 AM

Contact  Rabbi Kunin
rabbikunin@beth-david.org
Room/LocationBeit Midrash
ClassificationClass


Torah Study with Rabbi Kunin
The 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. 

7:00 PM
7:30 PM

Contact  Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org
Room/LocationBeit Midrash
Board Room


Major themes in Jewish Theology with Rabbi Kunin
In 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.

Wednesday May 21, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 38 days, which is 5 weeks and 3 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם שְׁמוֹנָה וְשְׁלוֹשִׁים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם חֲמִשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשְׁלוֹשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Beauty within Foundation
תִּפאֶרֶת שֶׁבִּיְּסוֹד
Tiferet shebiYesod

11:30 AM
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
Room/LocationOnline
ClassificationMeeting


Program Committee Meeting (Zoom)
All are warmly welcome to contribute ideas and help plan future programs at Beth David.


Thursday May 22, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 39 days, which is 5 weeks and 4 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם תִּשְׁעָה וְשְׁלוֹשִׁים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם חֲמִשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְאַרְבָּעָה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Eternity within Foundation
נֶּֽצַח שֶׁבִּיְּסוֹד
Netzach shebiYesod

7:00 PM
Friday May 23, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 40 days, which is 5 weeks and 5 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם אַרְבָּעִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם חֲמִשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְחֲמִשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Splendor within Foundation
הוֹד שֶׁבִּיְּסוֹד
Hod shebiYesod

10:00 AM
7:58 PM

Location  Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map

Parashat Behar-Bechukotai

Saturday May 24, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 41 days, which is 5 weeks and 6 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם אֶחָד וְאַרְבָּעִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם חֲמִשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשִׁשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Foundation within Foundation
יְּסוֹד שֶׁבִּיְּסוֹד
Yesod shebiYesod

 


Torah: Leviticus 25:1-27:34
Haftarah: Jeremiah 16:19-17:14

https://hebcal.com/s/behar-bechukotai-20250524?uc=ical-sara...

 


Molad Sivan: Tue, 14 minutes and 3 chalakim after 9:00

9:30 AM
9:45 AM
11:15 AM
11:30 AM
Room/LocationSocial Hall
Sukkah Patio


Kiddush (Sukkah Patio/Social Hall)
Please join us for kiddush lunch on the Sukkah Patio or the Social Hall after services.


9:00 PM

Location  Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Sunday May 25, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 42 days, which is 6 weeks of the Omer

הַיוֹם שְׁנַיִם וְאַרְבָּעִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שִׁשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת לָעוֹמֶר

Majesty within Foundation
מַּלְכוּת שֶׁבִּיְּסוֹד
Malkhut shebiYesod

9:30 AM
Monday May 26, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 43 days, which is 6 weeks and 1 day of the Omer

הַיוֹם שְׁלוֹשָׁה וְאַרְבָּעִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שִׁשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְיוֹם אֶחָד לָעוֹמֶר

Lovingkindness within Majesty
חֶֽסֶד שֶׁבְּמַּלְכוּת
Chesed sheb'Malkhut

 

 

 


Jerusalem Day. Commemorates the re-unification of Jerusalem in 1967

https://hebcal.com/h/yom-yerushalayim-2025?uc=ical-saratoga...

7:00 PM
Tuesday May 27, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 44 days, which is 6 weeks and 2 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם אַרְבָּעָה וְאַרְבָּעִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שִׁשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשְׁנֵי יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Might within Majesty
גְבוּרָה שֶׁבְּמַּלְכוּת
Gevurah sheb'Malkhut

10:30 AM
7:00 PM
Wednesday May 28, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 45 days, which is 6 weeks and 3 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם חֲמִשָׁה וְאַרְבָּעִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שִׁשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשְׁלוֹשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Beauty within Majesty
תִּפאֶרֶת שֶׁבְּמַּלְכוּת
Tiferet sheb'Malkhut

 


Start of month of Sivan on the Hebrew calendar. Sivan (סִיוָן) is the 3rd month of the Hebrew year, has 30 days, and corresponds to May or June 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-sivan-2025?uc=ical-sarato...

11:30 AM

Contact  Susan Greenberg Englander
info@beth-david.org
Room/LocationBeit Midrash
Board Room
ClassificationClass


Balance and Stretch Class

We have a few openings in our class on Wednesdays from 11:30am – 12:30pm. Please email Monica at hernandez@beth-david.org, if you are interested in signing up.


7:00 PM
Thursday May 29, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 46 days, which is 6 weeks and 4 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם שִׁשָׁה וְאַרְבָּעִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שִׁשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְאַרְבָּעָה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Eternity within Majesty
נֶּֽצַח שֶׁבְּמַּלְכוּת
Netzach sheb'Malkhut

11:00 AM
Room/LocationRm 14

7:00 PM
7:30 PM

Contact  Nathan Handelsman
president@beth-david.org
Room/LocationBeit Midrash
Board Room
ClassificationMeeting


General Board Meeting
All are invited to join us. 
Please email secretary@beth-david.org with questions.

Friday May 30, 2025
 
 

 


Today is 47 days, which is 6 weeks and 5 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם שִׁבְעָה וְאַרְבָּעִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שִׁשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְחֲמִשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Splendor within Majesty
הוֹד שֶׁבְּמַּלְכוּת
Hod sheb'Malkhut

10:00 AM
8:04 PM

Location  Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map

Parashat Bamidbar

Saturday May 31, 2025
 
 


Today is 48 days, which is 6 weeks and 6 days of the Omer

הַיוֹם שְׁמוֹנָה וְאַרְבָּעִים יוֹם, שְׁהֵם שִׁשָׁה שָׁבוּעוֹת וְשִׁשָׁה יָמִים לָעוֹמֶר

Foundation within Majesty
יְּסוֹד שֶׁבְּמַּלְכוּת
Yesod sheb'Malkhut

 

 


Torah: Numbers 1:1-4:20
Haftarah: Hosea 2:1-22

https://hebcal.com/s/bamidbar-20250531?uc=ical-saratoga-2025

9:30 AM
Room/LocationOnline
Sanctuary


Shabbat Services / Sulam Graduation (Sanctuary/YouTube)

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/congregationbethdavid

Please RSVP for lunch so we know how much food to order!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48A5AA28A5F5CF8-56598813-sulam


11:30 AM
Room/LocationSocial Hall
Sukkah Patio


Kiddush (Sukkah Patio/Social Hall)
Please join us for kiddush lunch on the Sukkah Patio or the Social Hall after services.

Please RSVP so we know how much food to order!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48A5AA28A5F5CF8-56598813-sulam



12:45 PM

Contact  Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org
Room/LocationBeit Midrash
Board Room


The Former Prophets with Rabbi Roller
Discover the most exciting biblical stories you have never heard before! We will be going through the Nevi’im Rishonim (Former Prophets) from Joshua through Kings. Explore stories of war, love, betrayal and revenge that rival anything on a bestseller list. We will be primarily using Robert Alter’s translation. Other translations of Hebrew Bible are acceptable as well. Please bring any Hebrew Bible you might have from home. There are a limited number of texts available for use during class.

9:05 PM

Location  Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map