Welcome!

We want to build a community based on inclusiveness, where everyone is welcome regardless of age, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, Jew-by-choice, or Jew-by-birth. When Temple Beth El was founded in 1947, its members dedicated themselves to the creation of a home for living Judaism – a place where newcomers feel welcome, where Jewish ideals are made real, and where education is the key that unlocks the door to a lifetime of Jewish fulfillment and commitment. We are proud of this tradition and hope that your association with us will be spiritually and emotionally satisfying.

Welcome!

We want to build a community based on inclusiveness, where everyone is welcome regardless of age, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, Jew-by-choice, or Jew-by-birth. When Temple Beth El was founded in 1947, its members dedicated themselves to the creation of a home for living Judaism – a place where newcomers feel welcome, where Jewish ideals are made real, and where education is the key that unlocks the door to a lifetime of Jewish fulfillment and commitment. We are proud of this tradition and hope that your association with us will be spiritually and emotionally satisfying.

Link for all TBE events and classes available on Zoom

Hannukah at the Bakersfield National Cemetery

For several years, a non-profit called “Wreaths Across America” has been placing Christmas wreaths on the tombstones of U.S. Veterans in the National Cemeteries.  Last year, the local Bakersfield chapter realized that the monuments of the Jewish veterans looked rather naked in the middle of all those wreaths.  After several months of discussions with the National Cemetery Board of Directors, the local chapter was allowed to design, and install, Hannukiot on the Jews buried in these cemeteries.

The wreaths are scheduled to be installed on December 16th this year, but since Hannukah starts on December 7th this year, members of Temple Beth El, Congregation B’Nai Jacob, Chabad of Bakersfield, Wreaths Across America and the Bakersfield chapter of the Freedom Riders were at the Bakersfield National Cemetery installing Hannukiot on the 70 tombstones of our Jewish veterans.

Below is a photo from the Bakersfield National Cemetery from December 6th and one of a Wreaths Across America installation from last year.  It would be a beautiful thing for you to go see the entire installation after December 16.  Or, if you just want to see the Hannukiot, go right now!

 

Help in Support of Israel

In response to the events taking place in Israel, Temple Beth El is asking for donations that will be forwarded to Israeli humanitarian relief efforts.    If you would like to help, you can make a donation HERE.

At Temple Beth El, we are always ready to celebrate! 

Now you can let everybody know that you are ready to celebrate as well AND help support TBE at the same time.  WIN-WIN!  Follow this link to order your t-shirts, pullover or zip hoodies in children and adult sizes.

HANUKKAH 8 KRAZY KILOMETERS

Plan on having “a latke” fun at the 2023 Hanukkah 8 Krazy Kilometers!  This annual holiday run will be held on Sunday, December 10, at Panorama Vista Preserve and includes the 2K Latke Loop Fun Run.  And back by popular demand this year is our virtual event where participants can run or walk anywhere and anytime during the eight days of Hanukkah!

Go to www.8krazykilometers.org to learn more about the race and to register.  Sponsorship opportunities are available!

NO GELT, NO GLORY!

 

The Super Bowl Lox Box is BACK!

Order by February 4 and enjoy during the big game.  Click on the graphic below and you will be taken to the order page.

Enjoy your game day Lox Box with 2 bagels, fresh lox, cream cheese, sliced onion, tomato, capers, and sweets! 

 

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

How You Can Support Israel During These Challenging Times

How You Can Support Israel During These Challenging Times jemerman December 7, 2023

Israel Peace and Security
an image of an Israeli flag wrapped around a girl overlooking hills in Israel
We stand with the people of Israel during these difficult and challenging days and pray for the safety and immediate release of all of the hostages. See our resources and actions you can take.

Your Hanukkah Gift-Giving Guide is Here!

Your Hanukkah Gift-Giving Guide is Here! jemerman November 30, 2023

Hanukkah
an image of two adults; a woman handing a plastic bag with pictures of dreidals and the word dreidal on it to a man
Hanukkah is one of my favorite holidays, partially because it gives me the opportunity to give gifts to my loved ones every night for eight nights! Gift giving with intentionality is one of my favorite ways to express affection while teaching my child about Jewish values and traditions.