Archive: April 2026

Distinguished Speakers Program

Posted on April 30, 2026

April 30, 2026 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm – Join Us For An Evening with Two Leading Israeli Security Experts–Past, Present, and Future Featuring Avner Avraham and Amir Avivi Pre-registration is required, no walk-in registration will be accepted – we are sorry, registration has closed. Open to the community | Free of Charge This program is underwritten with a grant from the Congregation Beth […]

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The Magic of Theodore Bikel

Posted on May 12, 2026

May 12, 2026 @ 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm – Congregation Beth Shalom Brings To You Jewish Heritage Month The Magic of Theodore Bikel: A Centennial Celebration Appearance by Mrs. Aimee Ginsburg Bikel Join us for a delightful evening program with Aimee Ginsburg Bikel, widow of the legendary actor, singer, and Tikkun Olam activist Theodore Bikel z”l. Oscar, Tony, Emmy, and Grammy nominated, Bikel was […]

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CBS Fundraiser Featuring the Comedy of Jeff Garlin

Posted on May 17, 2026

May 17, 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – We are thrilled to share that tickets for this year’s CBS Annual Fundraiser are now sold out. Thank you for the incredible support.  A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Congregation Beth Shalom… A Night of Comedy Honoring Michael & Mindy Garlin 10 years of CBS Executive Director Featuring the comedy of actor and […]

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CBS Annual Meeting

Posted on May 18, 2026

May 18, 2026 @ 7:45 pm – 9:45 pm – The Annual Meeting of the Congregation will be held on Monday, May 18, 2026 at 7:45 pm with evening minyan in the Kamensky Sanctuary The Agenda is as follows: D’var Torah President’s Welcome Committee Reports and Highlights Presentation of Endowment Report Presentation of the 2026-2027 Slate of Officers and Board of Trustees Members Presentation and […]

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Shavuot 5786

Posted on May 21, 2026

May 21, 2026 – May 23, 2026 @ 12:00 am – Thursday, May 21  6 Sivan 5:45 pm Family Program Explore the shul on a Torah-themed quest geared for families with kids ages 4-11! 6:30 pm Festive Dinner  Celebrate with a dairy fest! Cost: Adults (18+) $30, Ages 13-17 $15, Ages 5-12 $10, Ages 4 and under – our guests REGISTER HERE by Thursday May 14 […]

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Caps & Campfires – Celebrate Shabbat at CBS

Posted on May 29, 2026

May 29, 2026 @ 12:00 am – Graduation Shabbat – Saturday May 16 9:30 am Celebration your middle school, high school, college, or graduate school graduation with an Aliyah and  special blessing. Camp Send-Off Shabbat Friday, May 29 6:00 pm Let your CBS community and clergy send  you off to camp with a special blessing – wear your camp swag!

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CBS Celebrates Pride

Posted on June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm – CBS at Buffalo Grove Pride Parade Supporting and Celebrating the LGBTQIA+ Community Come walk with CBS Members  Register Here For more information, contact Rabbi David Chapman at 847.498.4100 x149 or  

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