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5th grade parents—we are pleased to invite you to the 5th Grade Hebrew Play, Apartment for Rent! The play, based on a famous Israeli children's book author, Lea Goldberg, will take place on Thursday, March 2 from 8:15 - 9:00 a.m. in Malkov.

It may be freezing in Chicago, but the first almond trees are starting to bloom in Israel and spring is around the corner! Beginning this Sunday evening and continuing through Monday, January 17, we celebrate the one-day holiday of Tu B' Shevat. This holiday is celebrated around the world with the planting of seeds, tasting of fruits, a commitment to planting trees in Israel and recommitting to Bal Tashchit, the Jewish value of not wasting.

Below is a list of helpful ways you can use Tu B'Shevat to spice up your week:

Parents of alumni are invited to join alumni parents Miriam Lichstein (Noah '16, Eli '18 and Ava '20) and Lynne Levey (Ali '18, Ben '18 and Sarah '21) on Friday, March 10 at 9 a.m. for coffee and a tour of Bernard Zell!

RSVP for our annual State of the School program on Monday, February 6 from 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. 

We hope you’ll join us and we invite you to Be Informed in the conversation to ensure our students succeed as both passionate learners and compassionate leaders. 

Anshe Emet invites Bernard Zell families to a NEW program—The Pigeon Needs Shabbat! 

They are offering a terrific Friday night experience for families with kids 0-8 on Friday, February 3. Enjoy a lively musical service designed for the family with Cantor Rachel Brook and Mr. Todd followed by a fun Shabbat dinner and creative kid-friendly activities!