Mazel Tov to Emily and Cheng-Hsiang (Jerry) Yin on the birth of their son, Alexander Paul, on July 23, 2014.

Mazel Tov to Joan Kirschner on the marriage of her daughter, Laurie to John Naspe in Florence, Italy on July 3, 2014.

A Glimpse into the Jewish Summer Experiences of our Charlotte and Temple Beth El Teens by Dara Gever, Director of Youth Engagement 

"Summer" is the smell of cold pool water on hot concrete, the taste of barbecue (although, as a vegetarian, I prefer grilled cheese), the feeling of the hot sun after months spent trapped indoors.  "Summer Camp," for many of our Temple Beth El kids, means building and strengthening Jewish identity through innovative programs.  Read More