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Community Passover Seder (Virtual)
Saturday, April 16, 6:00–9:30 p.m.
Join us for congregational readers, children chanting the Four Questions, singing the Passover songs and this year's parody songs, and performing the rituals at the seder table. Join us via Zoom!
The Diary of Anne Frank at the Lakewood Playhouse (In Person)
Saturday, April 16, 8:00 p.m.
Directed by Melanie Gladstone with collaboration and support with historical/religious context from Cantor Fine and Joel Henken. In this transcendently powerful new adaptation by Wendy Kesselman, Anne Frank emerges from history a living, lyrical, intensely gifted young girl who confronts her rapidly changing life and the increasing horror of her time with astonishing honesty, wit, and determination. An impassioned drama about the lives of eight people hiding from the Nazis in a concealed storage attic, The Diary of Anne Frank captures the claustrophobic realities of their daily existence—their fear, their hope, their laughter, their grief. This is a new adaptation for a new generation. The play runs from Friday, April 15–Sunday, May 8. For more information or to purchase tickets, go here.
Temple Hikers—Little Si near North Bend
Saturday, April 23, 8:00 a.m.
Join Temple Hikers for our first hike of the year! “Big” Mount Si is a strenuous hike, but its smaller neighbor, Little Si, is usually good for most hikers, even those with limited hiking experience. I have seen families, little ones in backpacks, and pets, all enjoying this 5-mile hike. It’s a serene walk in the forest and one of our group’s favorite hikes. There is a steep final section to reach the summit, and the reward is the vista and lunch at the top. You can find great photos and a hike description on the Washington Trails Association’s website. We will meet at the temple at 8:00 a.m. Those who prefer to meet at the trailhead can find permit information here and meet us at the trail at 9:30 a.m. We should return to Temple by 2:00 p.m. RSVP to David Wheeler at templehikers@comcast.net, and feel free to call (253) 312-8563 if you have questions or concerns. Bring lunch, water, and the rest of your ten essentials for hiking.
Can’t make this hike? Our next hike is Snoquera Falls on May 21. This is a beautiful 6-mile loop that includes an old-growth forest, a waterfall, and a minor creek crossing. Please check Shabbat Shalom prior to the hike for updates and dates of future outings.
Havdalah and Pizza Party (In Person)
Saturday, April 23, 7:00 p.m.
ALL TBE MEMBERS ARE WELCOME! TBE doors open at 7:00 p.m. for schmoozing and catching up, followed by a 7:30 p.m. Havdalah service in the rotunda or in the temple social hall (depending on group size). The service will be followed by a pizza party sponsored by Sisterhood—remember BYOB! Donations accepted. Please RSVP here by April 20!
Temple Beautification Work Party (In Person)
Sunday, April 24, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join us for fresh air, exercise, amazing company and refreshments—all while working to keep the outside of our temple in great shape! Silvia Fradkin is taking over for Lin Spellman who has worked tirelessly to keep the outside of Temple Beth El in great shape. Our current project will be to spread lots of mulch by the parking strips. If you are interested, please contact Silvia Fradkin at (253) 313-6779 or stfradkin991@gmail.com.
Recipe Roundtable (Zoom)
Sunday, April 24, 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Celebrate the return to bread by sharing favorite challah recipes and braiding techniques. Brag about your matzah ball tips and tricks or favorite charoset ingredients. And don't forget to bring your favorite cookbook! In order for everyone to participate equally, this class will be Zoom only. To register, please go here.
An Evening of World Jewish Music (In Person and Zoom)
Saturday, April 30, 7:00 p.m.
Join us for an evening of music in honor of Israeli Independence Day presented by Bet Chaverim. This concert is being hosted both in person and on Zoom. Featured performers include:
- Neil Weinstein of Bet Chaverim
- Cantor Geoffrey Fine of Temple Beth El
- Chava Mirel of Temple De Hirsch Sinai
- Shalom Klezmer Band
To attend in person: Bet Chaverim • 25701 14th Pl. S. • Des Moines, WA
(Proof of vaccination and masking are required.)
To attend via Zoom: Meeting ID 400 839 0307 • Password: 244494
Save the Date
Arrivals: A Seattle Love Story
Monday, May 2, 7:00 p.m.
The Seattle Jewish Theater Company is performing the historically-based play, Arrivals: A Seattle Love Story, at Temple Beth El. Written and directed by SJTC artistic director Art Feinglass, and based on historical events, Arrivals is a Romeo and Juliet love story that unfolds against the backdrop of early-1900’s Seattle and the arrival of the first Sephardic Jewish immigrants.
The year is 1902 when Marco Cordova, a poor young Jew from Turkey, comes to Seattle, the first Sephardic Jew ever to arrive in the city, determined to make his fortune. He soon meets Bayla Keigelman, a fragile young Jewish woman from Russia, who is haunted by memories of a vicious pogrom. Despite the cultural gulf between them, they fall in love but find they must confront forces that declare their love forbidden. To RSVP, please go here. This performance is free and the event is sponsored by Lamed Vav.
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