Our groups:

Kesher (Formerly called the Empty Nesters) 

Kesher offers mature adults, many of whom have free time during daylight hours, the opportunity to socialize with others in the same situation.   We gather to explore a variety of topics, from engaging with guest speakers like Rabbi Stone on Mussar, sharing our recent favorite books, delving into the Jewish film festival, reminiscing about past High Holidays, discussing Medicare supplements, and even enjoying films and reading short plays with Jewish themes. Singles as well as couples are warmly invited. Interested? Contact Carol Benedick.

YAD (Young Adult Division)

YAD provides an opportunity for those in their 20s and 30s to connect with each other at Beth Shalom over Jewish content and learning. Interested? Contact our program coordinator. 

Food and Friends 5785

An annual CBS program with over 100 participants, Food and Friends consists of five monthly potluck meetings. Most groups meet for dinner, some meet for brunch, or some choose to meet for a mix of brunch and dinner times. Meetings are hosted in a rotating fashion at participants’ homes. Participants study using provided texts, as a foundation for conversation while sharing a meal. Groups are formed with a goal of individuals and families getting to know other congregants better and building bonds across neighborhoods within our CBS community. Since getting to know other Beth Shalom members is an important part of the program, participation is limited to Beth Shalom members (with the exception of the young adult  group).  More information and registration.

Endless Opportunities

EO is a Jewish community-wide social & education program sponsored by the Stroum Jewish Community Center, Temple De Hirsch Sinai, Congregation Beth Shalom, Congregation Kol Ami, Jewish Family Service, Kline Galland, Temple Beth Am and Temple B’nai Torah.

 Visit  Endless Opportunities for additional information.

Upcoming Opportunities 

Jewish Trivia with a Jeopardy Champion
Sun Oct 27 • 2 - 4 pm
at the Jewish Community Center, Mercer Island
Join us for an afternoon of laughter, camaraderie and a little friendly competition as we kick off Endless Opportunities @ the J with a Jewish-themed trivia party! Trivia will be emceed by special guest and Jeopardy champion Harris Stutman. Get to know your team members and see how well you know your matzoh from your menorah as you compete to win prizes! This party celebrates the SJCC’s recent adoption of the Endless Opportunities community program, which offers educational and social events for active adults 60+ to learn, socialize, laugh and make friends. Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Register here.

The Impact of the U.S. Elections
Thurs Nov 7 • 10:30 am
Virtual on Zoom
Discover the potential impact of the U.S. election results on Israel with insights from Dr. Hugo Hervitz, founder and executive director of Forum-Nexus Study Abroad, and economics professor at the Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship. Register here.

The Future of AI
Thurs Nov 21 • 10:30 am
at Temple De Hirsch Sinai, Bellevue
Explore what’s possible for the future of generative AI and review survey findings on its adoption, successes, and challenges with Eli Grossman, an AI solutions consultant at Deloitte. Register here.