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Welcome to Beth Shalom Congregation in Columbia, MD

Beth Shalom prides itself on being a warm congregation that cares for its members as part of an extended family.  We encourage involvement and participation and provide our members with a well rounded and diverse program of activities that touch every area of Jewish Life: Worship, Education and Community.
 
Shabbat services are held in-person and online and our daily minyan is virtual. Check our weekly e-newsletter for more information on programs and events. 

 

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  • Thursday ,
    OctOctober  30 , 2025
     
     
    Prayer Hebrew Level 1 with Jerry Sinay
    Thursday, Oct 30th 7:45p to 9:00p
    This beginner class builds prayer Hebrew reading fluency and some basic vocabulary focusing on Friday evening services. At the end of the class, students may participate in leading Friday night prayers during services. Fee includes the textbook Shalom Aleichem.

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  • Sunday ,
    NovNovember  2 , 2025
     
     
    Sunday Religious School
    Sunday, Nov 2nd 9:00a to 12:00p

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  • Sunday ,
    NovNovember  2 , 2025
     
     
    Mah Jongg
    Sunday, Nov 2nd 2:00p to 4:00p
    Mah Jongg for beginners and those with less experience. Mentors provided. Non-judgmental playing!

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  • Sunday ,
    NovNovember  2 , 2025
     
     
    Rabbi Dr. Susan Grossman: Antisemitism Illustrated for Hebrew Highers and Beyond (Grades 8-12)
    Sunday, Nov 2nd 5:00p to 7:30p

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  • Wednesday ,
    NovNovember  5 , 2025
     
     
    Visual Artistry with Cantor Apt
    Wednesday, Nov 5th 7:45p to 9:15p
    Dates/Time: Wednesdays November 5 th , 12 th , and 19 th. At7:45 p.m.-9:15 p.m. Place: Virtual Only Instructor: Cantor Rebecca Apt Fee: $15 members; $30 non-members Cantor Apt will lead an insightful exploration of the visual artistry of the weekly Torah portion. Please join Cantor Apt as we delve into Midrash, Biblical interpretation, through artwork of the weekly Torah portions and more. This class will be fully virtual. To ensure the ability to see the artwork properly, a computer connection is preferred over a mobile phone connection.

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  • Thursday ,
    NovNovember  6 , 2025
     
     
    Prayer Hebrew Level 1 with Jerry Sinay
    Thursday, Nov 6th 7:45p to 9:00p
    This beginner class builds prayer Hebrew reading fluency and some basic vocabulary focusing on Friday evening services. At the end of the class, students may participate in leading Friday night prayers during services. Fee includes the textbook Shalom Aleichem.

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  • Saturday ,
    NovNovember  8 , 2025
     
     
    Nevonim Coffee House
    Motzei Shabbat, Nov 8th 7:00p to 10:00p
    Join us for an evening of 60's and 70's music with the renowned local guitar player Bruce Casteel. Enjoy wine, cheese, and a selection of light snacks. Optional: Dress in 60's/70's attire.

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  • Sunday ,
    NovNovember  9 , 2025
     
     
    Sunday Religious School
    Sunday, Nov 9th 9:00a to 12:00p

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                    Annual Appeal 2025

 Help us achieve our $120,000 goal for Annual Appeal 2025. To make a donation, select Donations and select Annual Appeal in the drop down selection box. 

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