Working to improve accessibility for our members
As previously mentioned, we’re running a major initiative this year to improve accessibility for our members, particularly those with mobility,…
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Spotlight on Caroline Levison, Vice Chair, Women
It’s a busy time for BES Women. Last Shabbat, we rounded off our series of summer seudas with Chani Sprei…
A Message to BES From Orit, Mother of Rescued Hostage, Almog
Before we get to Orit’s message, I would like to share where the connection started. The feeling of singing “Acheinu”…
Spotlight on Lisbeth Gilmore, Vice Chair, BES Wide
As Vice Chair, BES Wide, I’m excited to share my journey and our recent accomplishments with you. When I joined…
Spotlight on Justin Kett, Warden Croxdale
I am delighted to be contributing to the newsletter this week. In the year since I took over the BES@Croxdale…
Romi Gonen’s Birthday
From the Borehamwood Vigil Friday 16th August 2024 Friends, We stand here together for our 43rd vigil, poised on the precipice.…
Tisha b’Av 5784: Those who sow in tears, shall reap in joy
It was an historic moment. In 1967, after the Six-Day War, the IDF liberated the Kotel in Jerusalem. After two…
Spotlight on Leslie Allweis, Warden Yavneh
Whilst many in our community are fortunate enough to be holidaying abroad or spending time with loved ones, I’m reminded…
Spotlight on Avner Radomsky, Financial Representative
Taking on the role of Financial Representative of BES for a second term (having previously been in office from 2015-2017)…
Impossible! The one word missing from the Jewish people’s dictionary
After much speculation, US President Joe Biden finally accepted what were the growing calls from members of his own party…