Archive: February 2022

HaZaK

Posted on February 21, 2022

February 21, 2022 @ 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.

The Crossing Film Screening

Posted on February 24, 2022

February 24, 2022 @ All Day – A Norwegian film that tells the story of the adventurous 10 year Gerd and her brother Otto whose parents are in the Norwegian resistance movement during WW2.  After the parents are arrested, leaving the siblings on their own, they discover two Jewish children hidden in a secret cupboard.  It is now up to Gerda and […]

Community Havdalah via Zoom

Posted on February 26, 2022

February 26, 2022 @ 6:30 pm – Join us for a special Havdalah with Anshe Emet clergy, followed by our popular Shirah B’tzibur (Community Singalong), featuring Cantors Brook and Berke, along with Cantors Laurie Akers (Congregation Or Shalom), David Berger (KAM Isaiah Israel Congregation), Kenneth Lyonswright (Sukkat Shalom), and Andrea Rae Markowicz (Am Shalom). Come ready to sing as we bring some […]

Sunday in the Shul with Sondheim

Posted on February 27, 2022

February 27, 2022 @ 6:00 pm – A Virtual Concert Celebrating the Legacy of Stephen Sondheim, z”l Join Cantor Brook and her talented colleagues from the Chicagoland area in a heartfelt tribute to Jewish musical theatre luminary, Stephen Sondheim, z”l. Performing beloved hits from his songbook, we will celebrate Sondheim’s rich musical contributions to the genre and commemorate the legendary artist through […]

HaZaK

Posted on February 28, 2022

February 28, 2022 @ 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.

Reflections on the Yiddush/African-American Convergences of Anthony Mordechai Tzvi Russell

Posted on February 28, 2022

February 28, 2022 @ 7:00 pm – Join Prof. Brett Kaplan from the University of Illinois as she explores the music of Anthony Mordechai Tzvi Russell, an African American vocalist who uniquely weaves together the common ground between Yiddish music and Negro spirituals. Register here Questions? Contact Amy Karp at akarp@ansheemet.org / 773.868.5139. 

A Musical Evening with Songwriter and Lyricist, Noah Aronson

Posted on March 5, 2022

March 5, 2022 @ 7:00 pm – Join us for an intimate musical evening—in person—with world-renowned Jewish songwriter and lyricist, Noah Aronson. His beautiful music is found in most congregations around the country, including here at Anshe Emet. Enjoy Havdalah and our musical presentation, followed by a dessert reception. Noah will also join us for Sanctuary and Youth Services on Shabbat morning. Our […]

HaZaK

Posted on March 7, 2022

March 7, 2022 @ 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.

By the Grace of the Game: The Holocaust, a Basketball Legacy and an Unprecedented American Dream

Posted on March 7, 2022

March 7, 2022 @ 7:00 pm – With guest, Dan Grunfeld—just in time for March Madness! A virtual discussion with author and former Stanford University basketball standout, Dan Grunfeld on his new book chronicling his family story in By the Grace of the Game. The book details his father’s journey from Auschwitz to the NBA.  Register Here Questions? Contact Amy Karp: akarp@ansheemet.org / 773.868.5139

HaZaK

Posted on March 14, 2022

March 14, 2022 @ 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.