A New Initiative from PTBE
Connect | Learn | Grow | Play | Belong
Hinei ma tov u'ma naim: How good it is when people come together! (Psalm 133)
PTBE Circles are small groups of individuals, couples, or families that help make our big community feel small. They build a vibrant, inclusive community where members feel strongly connected to our congregation and to each other. Circles are regular gatherings of eight to twelve congregants in people’s homes, offices, the outdoors or anywhere around the Peninsula that promote relationship building.
Some Circles will connect around common interests, geographies, or demographics for a designated time period. Other Circles will gather to discuss topics of deep concern or importance to their lives. All will engage in meaningful conversations and learning through connection.
- Nicki Fox, Circles Committee Co-Leader
- Julie Lubetkin, Circles Committee Co-Leader
- Jessica Rosenberg, Engagement Committee Co-Chair
- Sherry Lipson, Engagement Committee Co-Chair
- Monica Boardman, Director of Membership Engagement
Are you interested in leading a Circle or have questions? Please contact Monica Boardman, Director of Membership Engagement.
Important Information to Know Before You Sign Up:
Circles are a benefit of PTBE membership. Unless otherwise noted, Circles are for members of the PTBE community only.
Registration is for individuals. If both you and your spouse/partner would like to participate, please sign up individually.
If a Circle is full, email Monica Boardman at mboardman@ptbe.org to join the waiting list.
Please check your calendar in advance and only register if you can make all or most of the meetings
Take a leap! Sign up to join a PTBE Circle Here!
PTBE Fall 2024 Circles
Board Games and Beverages: Come play with us! We'll take turns providing large group and small group games - from classics like Pictionary and Ticket to Ride to your newest favorite discovery.
Boards Galore! Cheese and More! There's Lots in Store!: Let’s get creative and have some fun with the art of delicious and beautifully arranged cheese boards and other innovative food boards.
Challah Braiding: Have you wanted to know how to make your challah look as nice as it tastes? Please join this group for great conversation and to learn how to make beautiful challah.
Classic Rock: Know how to pay an instrument and sing? Join us to learn classic rock songs to play as a group and jam!
CSM Farmers' Market with Friends: We are seeking to create community and connection through enjoying the local outdoor College of San Mateo (CSM) Farmers’ Market, fresh, healthy, and locally grown/sourced foods, storytelling, and sharing related to upcoming Jewish holidays.
PARENTS with KIDS In COLLEGE: Come share this new chapter of life with other parents who have children who have recently left home to go to college, leaving you with this empty (or partially empty) nest.
Poker: This Circle is for those who want to play Texas hold'em poker. For beginner to world series of poker champions and everyone in between!
PTBE Singles: If you’re in your 40s-60s and single, join us for fun events and outings around the San Mateo Bay Area, sharing our common heritage and finding common ground on our unique path.
Sunday Hiking: Join our hiking group for great trails and new friends. If you can hike for at least 90 minutes and are comfortable walking up and down hills, you're all set to explore the great outdoors with us.
Pilots of Temple Beth El: If you are a PTBE member with a passion for aviation and want to spend some time with like minded PTBE Members then this group is for you
WNP Parents: During the sixth grade Wednesday Night Program, let's meet up once per month to create community and get to know one another before we head into our children's BE Mitzvah year.