Archive: March 2026

The Pen & The Yad Podcast

Posted on March 22, 2026

March 22, 2026 – March 28, 2026 @ All Day – Rabbi Michael S. Siegel is joined by Anshe Emet member, and Pulitzer Prize winning author, Jonathan Eig for this weekly podcast. Listen and learn as they discuss the deeper meanings and religious significance of each week’s parsha.

AES & Bright Star Church Book Club

Posted on March 22, 2026

March 22, 2026 @ 2:00 pm – Anshe Emet Synagogue and Bright Star Church will again have a joint book club discussion.  Join Bright Star Church and Anshe Emet Synagogue’s book club for a discussion on Queen Esther by John Irving. This session will take place at Anshe Emet. Register Here If you have any questions, you can reach out to Emma Sternberg at […]

HaZaK

Posted on March 23, 2026

March 23, 2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – HOKHMAH (WISDOM) ZIKNAH (MATURITY) KADIMAH (LOOKING AHEAD) HaZaK is an Anshe Emet daytime program for mature adults with active minds. Co-taught by our clergy and other community educators, this year HaZaK is focusing on Jewish Ethics with the Melton curriculum “Ethics of Jewish Living.” Generously funded by Beatrice Mayer, z”l.

Men, Meat, and Midrash with Milt’s: Jewish Response to Artificial Intelligence Technology with Rabbi Benjy Forester

Posted on March 24, 2026

March 24, 2026 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Come and join us for a stimulating opportunity to learn and discuss Midrash while feasting on a sandwiches from Milt’s. Price: $25 for Men’s Club Members $30 for Non-Members Location: Anshe Emet 3751 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL Register Here Contact the Men’s Club with any questions: mensclub@ansheemet.org

Mikvah: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going — A Sisterhood Learning Series with Cantor Liz Berke

Posted on March 26, 2026

March 26, 2026 @ 7:00 pm – Schedule: Thursday, March 12 & Thursday, March 19 at 7PM, Hybrid (in-person & zoom*) * – zoom information will be sent upon registration. Thursday, March 26 at 7PM, Offsite at Wilmette Mikvah If you plan to participate in an immersion during the last session, the Mikvah will request a $36 donation, which can be made […]

YAD and YLD Shul Shuffle

Posted on March 27, 2026

March 27, 2026 @ 6:00 pm – Join the Young Adult Division and the Young Leadership Division of the Jewish United Fund for a young adult Shabbat Dinner.  Begin the night with community Shabbat services at 6PM, followed by a Shabbat dinner at 7PM. Whether you’re coming to services, dinner, or both, this is a wonderful opportunity to meet new faces, reconnect with […]

The Soul of a Nation: Faith Leaders Reflect on 250 Years of America

Posted on March 27, 2026

March 27, 2026 @ 6:00 pm – Anshe Emet Synagogue & Bright Star Church Present: The Soul of a Nation: Faith Leaders Reflect on 250 Years of America Memory and the Faith of the Oppressed Friday, March 27 6PM: Service 7:15PM: Dinner & Discussion at Anshe Emet Synagogue In Honor of: Passover and Easter Format: Shabbat service followed by dinner and conversation Texts: Jesus […]

Men’s Club Shabbat

Posted on March 28, 2026

March 28, 2026 @ 9:30 am – Come pray and add your presence and support as Men’s Club is recognized for its contributions to Anshe Emet.  A number of Men’s Club members will participate in the service.  Please reach out to Dan Kenen at dkenen@gmail.com to learn more or to request participation in the services. There’s no registration section required.

Young Family Seder Plate Exploration

Posted on March 29, 2026

March 29, 2026 @ 10:00 am – Join Cantor Josh and award-winning chef Micah Siva as we explore the sights, smells, and tastes of the seder plate with the whole family! You’ll leave with goodies for your family’s Passover celebration. Designed for ages 18 months through 4 years old – siblings welcome! Cost:  Members: $30 per child, 1-2 accompanying adults Non-members: $40 […]

HaZaK

Posted on March 30, 2026

March 30, 2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – HOKHMAH (WISDOM) ZIKNAH (MATURITY) KADIMAH (LOOKING AHEAD) HaZaK is an Anshe Emet daytime program for mature adults with active minds. Co-taught by our clergy and other community educators, this year HaZaK is focusing on Jewish Ethics with the Melton curriculum “Ethics of Jewish Living.” Generously funded by Beatrice Mayer, z”l.