'Generations of Synagogue Sound' concert at Temple Beth-El, Northbrook

Posted May 31, 2022 11:00 pm

Alan Blitz

Community residents are invited to join Temple Beth-El members at the "Generations of Synagogue Sound" concert marking the 150th anniversary of the congregation located at 3610 Dundee Road, Northbrook.

The concert will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2022, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The event will feature Cantor Adam Kahan, Temple Beth-El, Kol Zimrah Community Singers and guest musicians.

Registration is required and seating is limited. Registrants are asked to consider a donation in honor of the congregation's 150th anniversary but it not required. Visit: www.templebeth-el.org

The evening will begin with a 6:30 p.m. reception, followed by a Havdalah service at 7:45 p.m. The concert will begin at 8 p.m. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination must be presented at the door and wearing a mask inside Temple Beth-El is required.

"America has shaped and transformed the sound within our sanctuaries over the past 150. 'Generations of Sanctuary Sound' will take you on an auditory tour and journey through the ages, leaving you appreciating how we arrived at this moment in time," explains Cantor Kahan. "Through the artistry of more than 50 singers and musicians, 'Generations of Sanctuary Sound' will honor 150 years of Temple Beth-El and of American Reform Jewry."

Vibrant Judaism, Welcome Home

With its unique blend of vibrance and warmth, Temple Beth-El welcomes the surrounding community to a once in a lifetime celebration.

Few congregations have the honor of witnessing Chicago, and American history over such a streak of time.

"To be the inheritors of such a rich history - one that navigated the Post-Civil War Era, both World Wars, the emergence of Jewry from the Holocaust, the creation of the state of Israel, through to our modern day - our temple has prayed many a prayer, and sung many a melody to deliver those prayers," Rabbi Sidney Helbraun of Temple Beth-El, points out. "This evening fills us with so much pride about this beautiful community, and our good fortune, and we are delighted to share this celebration with our community."

For additional information about membership and the religious and Hebrew school, contact: Temple Beth-El, 3610 Dundee Road, Northbrook.

Reach out to: Laurie Orenstein, executive director or call (847) 205-9982 extension 211, email: Lorenstein@templebeth-el.org or visit the website: www.templebeth-el.org

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