Congregation Beth Shalom

01/28/2026

Hi the kids are fundraising with fresh strawberries from Wish Farms! Enjoy a 4 pound box of delicious Florida Strawberries straight from the farm for $22 per carton.

Order at https://wishfarms.myshopify.com/products/congregation-beth-shalom-kehillah-academy-fundraiser-strawberries

The farm expects that we can start pick up after 2/18 at Congregation Beth Shalom, or get them from Rachel Scharfman at Savage Yoga Studios, book club, or by her home.

The funds will go to youth programing and education. Thank you for your support!

Enjoy a 4 pound box of delicious Florida Strawberries, fresh from Wish Farms! They're perfect for smoothies, recipes, and eating right out of the box. Kehillah Academy is the inclusive, joyful religious school of Congregation Beth Shalom, offering hands‑on Jewish learning through stories, music, a...

01/16/2026

Congratulations Rabbi Danielle and the 19th cohort upon the completion of your certification course!

Join us in congratulating Cohort 19 on their completion of the Certificate in Jewish Leadership!

These Jewish professionals and lay leaders of Jewish organizations levelled up and took the next step on their leadership trajectory. We can’t wait to see the impact they will have on their communities. ⁠

Andrea Alfi of Irvine, CA
Director, Leadership Engagement and Community Relations, Jewish Federation of Orange County

Sarah Balagey of San Francisco, CA
Program Manager, Congregation Emanu-El, San Francisco

Laura Chekow of Rochester, NY
Board Member, Temple Sinai Rochester NY, Penfield New York

Erin Evans of Chicago, IL
Sales Associate, Venue SIX10, Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership

Avram Pachter of Chicago, IL
Director of Business Operations, United Synagogue Youth

Danielle Ross of Brooklyn, NY

Jessica Tobacman of Naperville, IL (Not Pictured)
Cantorial Soloist, Joliet Jewish Congregation

Danielle Upbin of Clearwater, FL
Rabbi/Director of Lifelong Learning, Congregation Beth Shalom

Do you want to transform your leadership and build a community with other Jewish professionals? Apply to Spertus Institute’s Certificate in Jewish Leadership - offered in partnership with Northwestern University – to develop new skills while deepening your Jewish professional network.

Apply for the cohort here: https://www.spertus.edu/certificate-in-jewish-leadership/

12/12/2025

🎉 Don’t Forget...Chanukah Week at CBS Starts NEXT WEEK! 🎉

We’ve got three amazing community-wide events, and if you haven’t registered yet — it’s not too late!
Bring your family, bring your friends, and help us fill CBS with light, music, and celebration. 🕎💙

📅 Wednesday, December 17 — Chanukah Party @ 5:30 PM
Join us for a warm and joyful community celebration featuring:
🍽 Dinner
🥔 Fresh, hot latkes
🎩 A live magic show for all ages
PLUS: 🕎 You’re invited to bring your Chanukiyah for a beautiful community candle lighting together.
🥫 Please remember to bring a non-perishable food item to support our local JFS Food Bank.

🎶 Thursday, December 18 — Rising Song Clearwater Concert @ 7:00 PM
Experience an uplifting evening of music led by Debra Cohen and the Rising Song Clearwater ensemble.
🍩 PLUS: Free sufganiyot for the first 60 people who arrive!
The concert is an hour — inspirational, joyful, and accessible for everyone.

🎵 Friday, December 19 — Chanukah Musical Shabbat
🕯 Candlelighting at 5:15 PM
🎉 Shabbatizers immediately after
🎼 Musical Shabbat begins at 6:00 PM, led by Rabbi Dani, Blake Lennett, and members of Rising Song Clearwater.
A night of song, spirit, community, and light.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you all week long.
Head to the CBS website to register now and join in the joy! 🕎💙
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12/12/2025

🌟 Adult Education Winter Series Returns! 🌟
Join Rabbi Danielle for “Am I Responsible? An Exploration of Jewish and Human Responsibility.”

In this 6-session course, we’ll dive into ancient and contemporary sources—Jewish and secular—to explore:
✨ What kind of power we have as human beings
✨ To whom or what we owe responsibility
✨ The limits and obligations of our moral choices as Jews and as humans

🗓 Thursdays — 9:45 AM–11:15 AM
Dates: Jan 18, Jan 15, Jan 22, Feb 5, Feb 12
📍 Congregation Beth Shalom
💻 In partnership with Project Zug

🎟 Registration: https://www.cbsclearwater.org/event/jsw-winter-series.html

CBS Members: Free
Non-Members: $18

We’d love to learn and grow with you!

11/20/2025

✨ A Wonderful Night of Song Awaits! ✨

It's almost that time! You’re invited to join us at Congregation Beth Shalom on Thursday, December 18th at 7:00 PM for a special evening with Rising Song Clearwater. Come sing contemporary Jewish liturgy with us in a spirit of prayer, joy, and unity.

Rising Song Clearwater welcomes singers who can carry a tune as well as musicians of Middle Eastern instruments! Monthly rehearsals take place in the chapel, usually on the 4th Sunday of each month.

📅 RSVP & Details: Sign up to attend on the CBS website calendar, or contact Debra Cohen at [email protected]

Bring your voice, your spirit, and your love of music! This will truly be a night to remember!

11/17/2025

✍️ CBS Writing Circle – Next Workshop: Thursday, November 20 at 11 AM ✍️

Are you curious about writing? Want to turn everyday anecdotes into engaging stories? Join us in the CBS library for a morning of creativity and connection!

Our Writing Circle meets once a month to explore writing as a craft you can learn at any age. Whether you want to leave a legacy of family stories or simply write with flair, you’ll be surprised how quickly your subconscious can help you express your thoughts and feelings.

Questions? Contact Martha Margolis at [email protected]

Come write, connect, and be inspired!

11/07/2025

✨ What a Sweet Success! ✨

Our Challah Bake Fundraiser last night was an amazing evening filled with laughter, learning, and, of course, delicious challah! 🥖💛

Thanks to the generosity of our community, we raised $1,989 for Kehillah Academy, our Hebrew School dedicated to giving young Jewish kids meaningful experiences as they explore and develop their Jewish identity.

Every donation makes a real difference in the lives of our students, and we are so grateful for your support! 💫

Check out some highlights from the event below — smiles, braided challah, and community at its finest! 📸

11/05/2025

🧘‍♀️ Rosh Chodesh 2.0: Mindfulness in Action 🌙
Find your balance, strength, and inner peace as we welcome the new month of Tevet!

Join Rabbi Danielle and Abby Goodwin for an evening of yoga, meditation, and journaling — blending mindfulness and movement in a warm, supportive space.

📅 Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: CBS Social Hall
💜 Free and open to all — bring your mat and your spirit!

👉 Reserve your spot here: https://www.cbsclearwater.org/event/rosh-chodesh-2.06.html

11/03/2025

💛 Join us in making a difference! 💛
Congregation Beth Shalom and USY are coming together for a special Tikkun Olam Day — packing food bags to support families in our community affected by the government shutdown.

🗓 Sunday, November 9th at 12:30 p.m.
📍 Congregation Beth Shalom, Clearwater

Whether you come to pack or make a donation, your participation helps fill both bags and hearts. 💫

👉 Learn more or donate at https://www.cbsclearwater.org/event/tikkun-olam-cbs--usy-food-packing.html

10/29/2025

✍️ CBS Writing Circle – Next Meeting: November 20th at 11 AM in the CBS Library

If you’re curious, creative, or simply love a good story, this group is for you! Together, we’ll explore how to turn anecdotes into engaging stories and discover the joy of writing as a craft you can learn at any age.

Whether you want to leave your grandchildren a legacy of family stories or just write with flair, you’ll be amazed at how quickly your words come to life. 💫

The CBS Writing Circle is a warm, encouraging space—no criticism, just inspiration and connection. Try it, you’ll like it!

📍 Where: CBS Library
📅 When: Wednesday, November 20 at 11 AM
📧 Questions? Contact Martha Margolis at [email protected]

10/29/2025

🎶 Rising Song Clearwater – Hanukkah Celebration! 🎶

Join us for a FREE performance by the Hadar Community Group, Rising Song Clearwater, sharing beautiful Jewish contemporary liturgical music. Experience a special evening of music, community, and celebration as we close out our last meeting of 2025.

📅 Date & Time: Thursday, December 18 at 7:00 PM
🍩 Sufganiyot will be served to make the evening even sweeter!
📍 Location: Congregation Beth Shalom
✅ Register here: https://www.cbsclearwater.org/event/rising-song-clearwater-performance.html

Come celebrate Hanukkah in a very special way with us—everyone is welcome!