Archive: January 2023

CBS Movie Night

Posted on January 21, 2023

January 21, 2023 @ 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm – Join CBS for a Double Feature Frozen followed by Enchanted  Come for one more or stay for both, food will be served all night! 5:00 pm – 1st movie 7:30 pm – 2nd movie Cost: $18 per person or $36 per family Register Here Questions, contact Michael Garlin or 847.498.4100×21  

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60 Minutes of Music Presents: A Theatrical Concert of Jewish Music

Posted on February 5, 2023

February 5, 2023 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm – Meet Me In A Moment In-person and Live Stream A recital or a play? It’s both! Meet Me In a Moment is a ‘theatrical concert.’  A new and engaging way to experience classical music and theatre on one stage. It’s a one-of-a-kind production that brings audiences the beauty of Jewish classical music while immersing them […]

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HIAS

Posted on February 9, 2023

February 9, 2023 – March 31, 2023 @ All Day – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! HIAS & Congregation Beth Shalom are working together as HIAS is preparing to welcome and resettle another 100 refugees this year to our local communities. How You Can Help Today: Purchase New Household Items Go to the Wishlist on Target Website Ship Directly to HIAS Office or drop off at Beth Shalom Ways […]

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Coffee House – Featuring Spoken Word Artist Caroline Rothstein

Posted on February 11, 2023

February 11, 2023 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Join Us as we Welcome Caroline Rothstein In Person and via Zoom CBS Members $5.00 p.p. Friends of CBS $10.00 p.p. Caroline Rothstein is an internationally touring and acclaimed writer, poet, and performer.  She has been performing her poetry, and public speaking for over a decade. Following the performance we will have a Q & […]

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Hazak presents The Golden Age of Hollywood

Posted on February 16, 2023

February 16, 2023 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm – Join us for lunch and then listen to the scintillating stories & scandals of the actors and actresses from Hollywood’s Golden Age! You will temporarily transported to old Hollywood while hearing about the triumphs and transgressions of some of the era’s biggest stars from the time-traveling Hollywood gossip columnist herself! Martina Mathisen* is Luella Parsons, […]

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Israel In Depth – Israel’s Place in the Region

Posted on February 19, 2023

February 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am – 11:15 am – Israel’s Place in the Region The US-brokered Abraham Accords ushered in a new era for Israel.  We’ll explore what’s changed since the UAE and Bahrain normalized ties with the Jewish state, bringing their anti-Iran front into the open — and consider what the future may hold. Instructor:  Carl Schrag Dates:  Sundays 2/19, 4/23 Time:  10:00-11:15 […]

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Aleph Beth Shalom

Posted on February 25, 2023

February 25, 2023 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm – A Shabbat Celebration for Children ages 2-5 (siblings welcome!) Bring your friends and neighbors, too! Followed by kiddush lunch Saturday, February 25 with Leah Shoshanah Register Here Questions? Michael Schneider

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PURIM – CBS GOES COUNTRY!

Posted on March 6, 2023

March 6, 2023 – March 7, 2023 @ All Day – Who’s ready for Mischief, Merriment, & Mayhem at CBS?  Join in all the Purim 5783 festivities as CBS Goes Country! Don’t miss Megillah Mania on Monday, March 6 beginning with Mincha/Ma’ariv at 6:15 pm including the reading of the Megillah (both in-person & live stream from the Kamensky Sanctuary)  Tuesday, March 7 at 7:45 am […]

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Sing-a-Long Havdalah

Posted on March 11, 2023

March 11, 2023 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm – Congregation Beth Shalom Families with Young Children (children 12 & under and their families) Invites you to Join us for a Sing-A-Long & Havdalah featuring Todd Kessler AND Wear your PJ’s!!!! Breakfast for Dinner! Be sure to submit a SONG request when you RSVP! Register Here Questions? Contact Michael Schneider  

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Listening Conversations with Rabbi Melman

Posted on March 14, 2023

March 14, 2023 @ All Day – Come and offer your input! What makes membership at Congregation Beth Shalom special? What are your concerns for our community? Rabbi Melman wants to hear what is on your mind and how to enhance your CBS experience.  All meetings will be held in-person at Congregation Beth Shalom. Conversation Dates: Members 80+: Tuesday, March 14th @ […]

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Flower Arranging

Posted on March 16, 2023

March 16, 2023 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm – Join the CBS Sisterhood for a creative evening of learning Flower Arranging Create a beautiful centerpiece for your Shabbat table Taught by Edwards Florist of Northbrook In person includes all the necessary supplies $30 Sisterhood members | $35 Non-Sisterhood members Pickup flowers at Edwards Florist day of for Zoom participation $30 Sisterhood members | $35 […]

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Good Deeds Day

Posted on April 16, 2023

April 16, 2023 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am – ACTIVITIES: Make a Mezzuzah Create a Spice Bag Make a Bird Feeder Fill a Blessing Bag Write a Note to Someone Who Needs a Smile Be a Part of Our Positive Vision Wall And Much More! DONATIONS: Toothbrush sets of 2 Travel size toothpaste Travel size deodorant Travel size shampoo Travel size body wash Soap […]

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CBS member, Sara Kushnir, will deliver a special sermon on Shabbat morning, March 30th about her experiences on the CBS Civil Rights Journey.

Check the CBS website blog for other participants' thoughts.