Beit Midrash Session 1 with Guest Rabbi Elie Lehmann (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This first session will give us a deep dive into the tool we'll be focusing on this year: chevruta (partnered) study.
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The Torah of Civil Discourse (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Join us as we explore lessons the weekly Torah portion teaches us about engaging in civil discourse.
Intro to the Jewish Bookshelf (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This series will give you an overview of how to contextualize and approach the types of Jewish sacred texts that you’re most likely to see in Torah study, the Beit Midrash, or other Jewish learning opportunities.
The Torah of Civil Discourse (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Join us as we explore lessons the weekly Torah portion teaches us about engaging in civil discourse.
Intro to the Jewish Bookshelf (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This series will give you an overview of how to contextualize and approach the types of Jewish sacred texts that you’re most likely to see in Torah study, the Beit Midrash, or other Jewish learning opportunities.
Build Your Own Beit Midrash Kickoff | Studying in Chevruta (Online)
- Adult Learning
Join us to launch our new asynchronous Build Your Own Beit Midrash (BYOBM) program with a special session on how to study in chevruta (partnered learning). Register for your semester 1 course by November 11!
Adult Learning Kickoff: Featuring Abigail Pogrebin and Rabbi Dov Linzer (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
To kick off our year of learning, we'll share in dinner as a community, then laugh with and be inspired by our keynote speakers: Abigail Pogrebin and Rabbi Dov Linzer, an unlikely chevruta pair bringing their very different perspectives in their new co-authored book, It Takes Two to Torah.
Antisemitism and the Enlightenment: From the Dreyfus Affair to Today (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Explore the history of the Dreyfus Affair and antisemitism in the US today, and the debates that surround safety, security, and place of Jews in the most sophisticated and enlightened societies of the modern era.
Siyyum (conclusion) | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Wrap up this year of learning with Rabbi Harper and the other students from the class. If you attended even one session over the last year, please feel free to join us!
Canceled: Engaging in Civil Discourse Guided by Jewish Wisdom
- Adult Learning
Join with members of our community to explore how we can apply Jewish wisdom to help us engage in respectful, meaningful conversations.
Antisemitism and the Enlightenment: From the Dreyfus Affair to Today (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Explore the history of the Dreyfus Affair and antisemitism in the US today, and the debates that surround safety, security, and place of Jews in the most sophisticated and enlightened societies of the modern era.
Core Jewish Values | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Jewish tradition is marked by varying traditions and practices, but there are core values that span the Jewish spectrum. Learn about them in this class of the Intro to Judaism series.
Engaging in Civil Discourse Guided by Jewish Wisdom (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join with members of our community to explore how we can apply Jewish wisdom to help us engage in respectful, meaningful conversations.
Israel and Zionism | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this session of the Intro to Judaism series, learn about the origins of the Zionist movement, as well as major moments in the modern state of Israel’s history. Feel free to drop in!
Jewish Current Events (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join Rabbi Sisenwine to discuss major monthly stories from the Jewish world, based upon articles from the Forward, America’s Jewish newspaper, since 1897.
Holocaust and Antisemitism | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The history of the Jewish people is hardly free of tragedy. In this session, we’ll discuss “the oldest hatred” and the Holocaust. Feel free to drop in to this class from the Intro to Judaism series.
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 | 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.
Israel for Reel: Bringing It All Together (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This class provides vibrant, informative & interactive programs that give participants a safe and open-minded space to explore issues relating to Israel.
A Wealth of Wisdom: Jewish Tradition and Money (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
In this class, Rabbi Vanessa Harper explores what Jewish tradition might have to say about what is in our wallets.
Jewish Life and Home | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Judaism isn’t just something that happens at a synagogue. Learn about some of the key practices that surround Jewish life outside the temple in this week’s installment of Intro to Judaism.
Jewish Current Events (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join Rabbi Sisenwine to discuss major monthly stories from the Jewish world, based upon articles from the Forward, America’s Jewish newspaper, since 1897.
Israel for Reel: On The Map (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This class provides vibrant, informative & interactive programs that give participants a safe and open-minded space to explore issues relating to Israel.
A Wealth of Wisdom: Jewish Tradition and Money (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
In this class, Rabbi Vanessa Harper explores what Jewish tradition might have to say about what is in our wallets.
All About Purim | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Come learn about Purim—a holiday when joy is commanded and noise is made—in this class, part of the Intro to Judaism series. Feel free to drop in!
Engaging in Civil Discourse Guided by Jewish Wisdom (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join with members of our community to explore how we can apply Jewish wisdom to help us engage in respectful, meaningful conversations.
Israel for Reel: Kibbutz Galuyot (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This class provides vibrant, informative & interactive programs that give participants a safe and open-minded space to explore issues relating to Israel.
A Wealth of Wisdom: Jewish Tradition and Money (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
In this class, Rabbi Vanessa Harper explores what Jewish tradition might have to say about what is in our wallets.
Rabbinic Literature | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
You might have heard of the Talmud and the Mishnah, but what are they exactly? And why are they so important in Jewish tradition? Rabbi Harper will answer these questions, and more, in this week’s installment of the Intro to Judaism series.
Jewish Current Events (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join Rabbi Sisenwine to discuss major monthly stories from the Jewish world, based upon articles from the Forward, America’s Jewish newspaper, since 1897.
Israel for Reel: There Is No Place Like Home (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This class provide vibrant, informative & interactive programs that give participants a safe and open-minded space to explore issues relating to Israel.
A Wealth of Wisdom: Jewish Tradition and Money (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
In this class, Rabbi Vanessa Harper explores what Jewish tradition might have to say about what is in our wallets.
Tanakh | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The Hebrew Bible—especially the Torah—is the beating heart of “the people of the book.” Learn how to navigate this all-important sacred text in this week’s session of the Intro to Judaism series.
Engaging in Civil Discourse Guided by Jewish Wisdom (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join with members of our community to explore how we can apply Jewish wisdom to help us engage in respectful, meaningful conversations.
A Wealth of Wisdom: Jewish Tradition and Money (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
In this class, Rabbi Vanessa Harper explores what Jewish tradition might have to say about what is in our wallets.
Jewish Calendar and Shabbat | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Kislev and Tevet and Av, oh my! Come learn about the Jewish calendar and the weekly holiday of Shabbat in this class, part of the Intro to Judaism series of classes.
Jewish Current Events (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join Rabbi Sisenwine to discuss major monthly stories from the Jewish world, based upon articles from the Forward, America’s Jewish newspaper, since 1897.
Engaging in Civil Discourse Guided by Jewish Wisdom (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join with members of our community to explore how we can apply Jewish wisdom to help us engage in respectful, meaningful conversations.
Engaging in Civil Discourse Guided by Jewish Wisdom (Hybrid) Postponed
- Adult Learning
Join with members of our community to explore how we can apply Jewish wisdom to help us engage in respectful, meaningful conversations.
What is Jewishness | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This week in the Intro to Judaism series, Rabbi Vanessa Harper teaches on the concept of Jewishness—what does it mean to be Jew?
70 Faces: Reading Torah Through Different Lenses (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, five rabbis and scholars will each teach a different interpretive lens for studying Torah.
The Art of Prayer (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Participants will study each text, interpret meaning, and create their own artwork inspired by each prayer. No prior artistic experience necessary.
Jewish Lifecycle Events | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
Jewish Current Events & Community Chanukah Candle Lighting (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join Rabbi Sisenwine to discuss major monthly stories from the Jewish world, based upon articles from the Forward, America’s Jewish newspaper, since 1897.
Contemporary Judaisms | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
70 Faces: Reading Torah Through Different Lenses (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, five rabbis and scholars will each teach a different interpretive lens for studying Torah.
The Art of Prayer (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Participants will study each text, interpret meaning, and create their own artwork inspired by each prayer. No prior artistic experience necessary.
Engaging in Civil Discourse Guided by Jewish Wisdom (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join with members of our community to explore how we can apply Jewish wisdom to help us engage in respectful, meaningful conversations.
All About Chanukah | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
70 Faces: Reading Torah Through Different Lenses (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, five rabbis and scholars will each teach a different interpretive lens for studying Torah.
The Art of Prayer (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Participants will study each text, interpret meaning, and create their own artwork inspired by each prayer. No prior artistic experience necessary.
Jewish Current Events | A Temple-wide Discussion on Antisemitism and our Communal Response (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join Rabbi Sisenwine to discuss major monthly stories from the Jewish world, based upon articles from the Forward, America’s Jewish newspaper, since 1897.
Jewish History, 70CE through the Enlightenment | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
The Art of Prayer (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Participants will study each text, interpret meaning, and create their own artwork inspired by each prayer. No prior artistic experience necessary.
70 Faces: Reading Torah Through Different Lenses (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, five rabbis and scholars will each teach a different interpretive lens for studying Torah.
Engaging in Civil Discourse Guided by Jewish Wisdom (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Join with members of our community to explore how we can apply Jewish wisdom to help us engage in respectful, meaningful conversations.
Jewish History, the Torah through 70CE | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
70 Faces: Reading Torah Through Different Lenses (In Person)
- Adult Learning
In this course, five rabbis and scholars will each teach a different interpretive lens for studying Torah.
Sukkot and Simchat Torah | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
God | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
The High Holy Days | Introduction to Judaism (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
Intro to Jewish Prayer [Introduction to Judaism] (In Person)
- Adult Learning
The second semester of this year-long course offers an overview of major topics in Jewish life and learning. Participation in the first semester is not required.
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