Beit Midrash: Passover Edition (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This session will shed new light on texts and ideas of the Passover Seder, and will give you new insights to share at your Seder table this year!
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Mindful Making: A Creative Journey Through the Omer Informational Open House (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join a unique program blending the ancient tradition of counting the Omer with fiber and creative arts. Craft daily reflections from April 13–June 1, then showcase your work in a Shavuot gallery.
Pre-Shabbat Purim Learning: No One Mourns the Wicked (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Join a special Shabbat learning session exploring the Purim story through an adult lens, using "Wicked" as a fun perspective—no need to have seen the film!
Purim for Grownups: Musical Fun and Games (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join us for a 21+ Broadway-themed Purim party with food, drinks, games & great company! Costumes encouraged. Proceeds support Yad Chessed’s mitzvah of giving.
Tu B’Shevat Seder (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join JCAN-MA and Temple Beth Elohim Green Team for a Tu B'Shevat Seder celebrating the Jewish New Year of Trees. Share a plant-based dinner and appreciate fruits, nuts, and olives from nature's bounty.
Selichot Service and Learning Featuring Author Jessica Fein (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join for all or part of the evening as we transition into the High Holy Days.
Prophecy & the Book of Jonah (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We will examine the Book of Jonah to relive and animate the prophet’s words, and to arrive at an understanding of his message.
High Holy Day Prayers | The Highlights Tour (Online)
- Adult Learning
We’ll orient ourselves to the structure of the High Holy Day liturgy so that we can feel more rooted in these special services.
Harmony and Renewal: Integrating Jewish High Holy Day Themes with Qigong Practice (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This unique workshop blends the spiritual essence of the Jewish High Holy Days with the ancient practice of Qigong.
Prophecy & the Book of Jonah (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We will examine the Book of Jonah to relive and animate the prophet’s words, and to arrive at an understanding of his message.
Prophecy & the Book of Jonah (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We will examine the Book of Jonah to relive and animate the prophet’s words, and to arrive at an understanding of his message.
High Holy Day Prayers | The Highlights Tour (Online)
- Adult Learning
We’ll orient ourselves to the structure of the High Holy Day liturgy so that we can feel more rooted in these special services.
Prophecy & the Book of Jonah (In Person)
- Adult Learning
We will examine the Book of Jonah to relive and animate the prophet’s words, and to arrive at an understanding of his message.
Film Discussion: “Legend of Destruction” (Online)
- Adult Learning
"Legend of Destruction" accurately depicts the tale of the historical event that changed the destiny of the Jewish people: the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE.
Tisha B’Av (Ninth of Av) Service (Online)
- Adult Learning
Tisha B’Av is a day of collective mourning and remembrance on the Jewish calendar. This year especially, we will focus on the tragedy of October 7th in our service of commemoration.
“Resistance: They Fought Back” Film Screening and Director Talkback (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join us in learning together through this powerful award-winning film and a talkback with Director/Producer Paula Apsell.
A Father’s Kaddish: Film & Discussion (In Person)
- Adult Learning
A Father’s Kaddish tells the story of how Steven Branfman used the art of pottery to help him work through his grief after the death of his 23-year-old son.
Passover Learning with Rabbi Sisenwine (Online)
- Adult Learning
Join in learning and discussion with Rabbi Sisenwine as he shares why he's NOT talking about politics at the seder this year.
Passover | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In many ways, the story of the Exodus—celebrated at Passover—is the story of the origin of the Jewish people. Come learn about this story, and the ways that we celebrate it today, in this class, part of the Intro to Judaism series.
Closed: “Shalom, Barbie!” Adult Purim Learning (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Join Rabbi Harper and Hannah Kearney to explore the Book of Esther alongside clips from the blockbuster hit film “Barbie."
Adult Community Purim Potluck & Trivia (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join us for a Purim celebration just for our adult community (21+), filled with food, drinks, and nostalgic fun!
Intergenerational Tu B’Shevat Nature Experience (In Person)
- Spiritual Practice
Join the TBE community at Broadmoor in Natick to learn about all the trees that surround us—and why it’s a Jewish value to care for our natural world.
Selichot Service & Learning (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Begin a spiritual journey of growth and reflection as we prepare to enter into the season of awe and renewal.
ReneWELL Elul Series | Rosh Chodesh Elul Text Study (In Person)
- Spiritual Practice
Gather before Shabbat during Rosh Chodesh Elul to study texts, liturgy, and poetry that will open your heart to the high holiday season!
Tools for Hosting a Passover Seder (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Join with Cantor Zell to learn tools and tips for hosting a Passover Seder.
Engaging Kids at the Seder with PJ Library (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Worried about hosting a Seder this year? Join Cantor Josh and Liz Levin of PJ Library to learn tips and tricks to keep your kids excited about Passover and engaged in the seder experience.
What is the Stone Which the Builders Have Rejected? (In Person) THIS CLASS IS FULL.
- Spiritual Practice
In Psalm 118:22 there is a verse about the cornerstone in the Temple of God. We will study selected passages about stones in Torah and Prophets and focus on discovering the cornerstone in our lives today.
Tisha B’Av Service (Online)
- Spiritual Practice
We will mark Tisha B'Av together with a service of poetry, reading Eicha (Lamentations), and a brief teaching.
Yom Hashoah Observance: I Never Saw Another Butterfly (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Honor Yom HaShoah with our community, our Rescuing Hope cohort, and a special concert.
Using our Digital Haggadah at a Real Live Seder (Online)
- Community Engagement
Learn to navigate the interactive TBE Haggadah with a smart device or a hard copy print out at your seder table.
Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Sherman (Online)
- Adult Learning
Join Rabbi Sherman as we explore texts of freedom and redemption and finding our place within the fours of Passover.
Passover Pathways: Adult Learning Early Session (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Prepare for your Passover celebration with adult learning sessions taught by TBE clergy and staff.