Beth Shalom Congregation

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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Sunday ,
AprApril 6 , 2025

Preschool
Sunday, Apr 6th 10:00a to 11:30a

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Sunday ,
AprApril 6 , 2025

Mah Jongg
Sunday, Apr 6th 2:00p to 4:00p
Mah Jongg for beginners and those with less experience. Mentors provided. Non-judgmental playing!
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Thursday ,
AprApril 10 , 2025

Siyum for the First Born
Thursday, Apr 10th 7:30a to 9:30a
According to tradition, all first born individuals fast the morning of the first Seder in gratitude for being spared from the Tenth Plague. According to Jewish tradition, one need not fast if celebrating the completion of a book of rabbinic study. Even if you are not a first born, you are welcome to join Alan Zeman and Brad Greenspan’s completion of the Final Daf (page) of Sanhedrin, preceded by a brief morning service and Mourner’s Kaddish.
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Saturday ,
AprApril 19 , 2025

Torah Study (post-kiddush)
Shabbat, Apr 19th 1:00p to 2:00p

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Saturday ,
AprApril 26 , 2025

Chosen Meeples
Shabbat, Apr 26th 12:30p to 5:00p
Drop-in board gaming following Shabbat services and kiddush, from about 12:00 to 5:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to join in one of the various board games that are being played and stay as long as you like. It’s a fun way to spend an afternoon.
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Sunday ,
AprApril 27 , 2025

6th - 7th Grade Holocaust Museum Trip
Sunday, Apr 27th 9:00a to 5:00p

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Sunday ,
AprApril 27 , 2025

Nevonim Walk or Hike Trolley Trail Old Ellicott City
Sunday, Apr 27th 10:00a to 1:00p
Walk on a paved, easy path - 3 miles total or turn around at any time. Mary D. will lead a hike through the trails in the woods as an alternative.
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Tuesday ,
AprApril 29 , 2025

Courageous Conversations
Tuesday, Apr 29th 7:00p to 9:00p
How do we live courageously in 2025? In the face of racial and religious bias, we keep coming together. Join in conversations to Recall, Renew, and Reclaim the wisdom we hold in our community.
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