Archive: May 2026

On-Line Bereavement Group with JCFS

Posted on May 18, 2026

May 18, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Supporting our Community in times of loss Please join us online for our monthly support group for adults who have experienced the death of a loved one within the past two years.  Facilitated by Rabbi D’ror Chankin-Gould, Anshe Emet Synagogue, and Marsha L. Raynes, LCSW, JCFS Chicago. For more information and/or if you’d like to […]

Talmud Tuesdays with Rabbi Benjy Forester

Posted on May 19, 2026

May 19, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – Calling all Talmud-lovers and Talmud-curious individuals! The Talmud is an incredible corpus of rabbinic thought, filled with laws, stories, and disagreements on every page. Join us for this Beit Midrash style class as we study Talmud throughout the year, sharpening our understanding of both its content and structure. Learners of all levels welcome. Dates include: Tuesdays, November 4, 18, December 2, January […]

HaZaK

Posted on May 25, 2026

May 25, 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.

IPF Atid Chicago Fault Lines in Focus Israel Across Multiple Fronts

Posted on May 26, 2026

May 26, 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Featuring Gabriel Epstein Israel Policy Forum Senior Policy Associate. Register Here Chicago address Shared 24 Hours in Advance.

Graduation Shabbat for 8th and 12th Graders

Posted on May 29, 2026

May 29, 2026 @ 6:00 pm – We will be recognizing our 8th & 12th grade graduates in our Community Service at 6pm.  Graduates are encouraged to wear apparel for their next school/program.  Register Here 

HaZaK

Posted on June 1, 2026

June 1, 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’s Club Bowling Night

Posted on June 3, 2026

June 3, 2026 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – A great way to roll in some good times and strike up some fun with Men’s Club. No experience (or athletic talent) required. WHAT: Night of bowling. Cost of $25 for members – $30 for non-members – Includes lane fees, shoe rental, and pizza. Beverages available for purchase. WHEN: Wednesday, June 3, 6-8PM WHERE: Timber […]

Israel Updates from the Experts

Posted on June 4, 2026

June 4, 2026 @ 12:00 pm – Stay updated on the most important headlines relating to current events in Israel, Israel-US relations, and the Middle East at large from expert journalists.   We are privileged to welcome two incredible experts to deliver these updates:  Amir Tibon – Cherished friend of AES and Haaretz correspondent  Jacob Magid – AES member and Times of […]

SAPIR Salons at Anshe Emet

Posted on June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026 @ 7:00 pm – About Sapir Salons: Anshe Emet will be participating in Sapir’s Salon program where we will be bringing members of our community to engage in discussions on some of the Sapir articles.  Learn more about the Salon model. SAPIR Salon Dates & Costs:​​​​​​ Monday, February 23, 7PM, Virtually on Zoom Virtual, so no cost to attend […]

The Pen & The Yad Podcast

Posted on June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026 – June 13, 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.