Temple Beth El

Early Childhood
At Temple Beth El, we encourage our youngest congregants to get involved with our Jewish community through regular programs.

Half Pint Havurah Co-op

Welcoming Shabbat at Temple Beth El
Friday mornings, 10:00 am-noon.
For families with children through five years of age.

Join families with young children for a fun Shabbat experience. Each week revolves around a theme connected to a Jewish holiday or to the weekly Torah portion. We also make our own hallah, create take home art, sing, and celebrate Shabbat with friends.

Cantor Ilan Davidson facilitates this co-op program with the assistance of parent participants. Please contact him cantor@bethelsp.org for more information.


Family Shabbat Dinners & Services
Our fun and lively worship experience features much congregational singing, a child-friendly liturgy, and lasts no longer than one hour.

  • 6:00 Family Shabbat Dinner Most months we begin with a child-friendly kosher style Shabbat dinner.
  • 6:45 Family Shabbat Service, including birthday blessings for the children twelve and under and the "not ready for the bimah players" or a performance by our youth choir.