You can now find a detailed itinerary, trip details (including price and hotel information) online 

Camp Kee Tov Summet 2008 Registration
Now Open

Educator - Cantor Search FAQ

The Educator Search subcommittee is accepting resumes for the Educator/Religious School Director position which begins in July. Select this link for more information about this position and how to apply.

Welcome to Congregation Beth El

Extra Parking Assistance Needed This Thursday
We expect many congregants and visitors this Thursday for the Israel at 60 community event 
and we remind you of the following:

1. It is our commitment to keep ample open parking spaces in our neighborhood for our neighbors and their guests. Help us be good neighbors.
2. If at all possible, walk, carpool, bicycle, or use public transportation.
3. If you must drive, be sure to use the FREE satellite parking for this event available at:

• JCC East Bay, Walnut Street lot
• First American Title on Rose
• Safeway Underground Parking - Enter on Henry St.
• St. Mary Magdalen - at Berryman

4. If walking is an effort for you in any way, please be sure to park in the Beth El lot or closeby. Do not do anything to jeopardize your health or safety. 

Thank you for your help!

Join us for a
Farewell Celebration to Honor
Rabbi Jane Rachel Litman 

Saturday, May 24                                         
Please join us to celebrate Rabbi Jane Rachel Litman’s many years of devoted service and inspired leadership at Congregation Beth El. Rabbi Jane will lead Torah Study at 9:15 am and a festive luncheon will follow at noon.

Suggested donation $20 per person. Please RSVP by May 10. To RSVP for the luncheon and/or to contribute to a farewell gift please click here or call Lenora O'Keith at 510-848-3988 Ext 211

A Gathering of the Tribe
Beth El Retreat at Walker Creek Ranch

Congregation Beth El Community Shabbat Retreat
with Rabbi Yoel Kahn
Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 1, 2008

You are invited to Beth El’s first retreat in many years.  This is an opportunity for all members of our community to gather for a weekend of Shabbat celebration, learning, community and relaxation.

The weekend schedule offers separate activities for adults and kids as well as activities for families.  People of all ages will enjoy organized activities, find their own adventures or kick back and relax, getting to spend time with other Beth El folks.

Walker Creek Ranch is a beautiful camp setting, one hour and 15 minutes north of Berkeley in West Marin.  Located on 1700 acres of rolling hills, the land is blessed with 20 miles of hiking trails, Bay Laurel Forests, open grassland and clear water flowing in Walker Creek all year long.

For more information, including lodging and pricing options, please click here

Mark your calendars!
Joy of Cantor Brian Shabbat
Celebrating Cantor Brian Reich’s 20 years of service to Beth El

Friday evening, June 20
Watch for your e-vite shortly. If you have photos of Cantor Brian during his time at Beth El, please share them with us by mailing photos to Congregation Beth El, 1301 Oxford Street, Berkeley, CA 94709 or email photos to Lenora O’Keith.