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.
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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.
Havayah: Jew Man Group Grade 11 (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Take a break from homework and the stresses of everyday life in our welcoming and fun gender-based programming.
Grandparent Schmooze (In Person)
- Community Engagement
In these difficult times, join together for conversation with other grandparents who are thinking about and struggling with their grandchildren experiencing antisemitism and varying viewpoints on Israel.
Closed: Me’ah Select: The Ethics of War and the Pursuit of Peace in Jewish Law & Thought (Online)
- Adult Learning
This course will study Jewish ethics of war and the pursuit of peace from biblical times to the present in Jewish law and thought.
Fee:
$450
Israeli Wounded Soldiers Share Their Stories of Injury and Healing (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Hear from two incredible soldiers who will be visiting Boston later this month, who will share their stories of serving in the IDF, their injury, and rehabilitation process.
Havayah: Songleading Workshop Music Madrichim
- Toddler to Teen
Join a dedicated and enthusiastic team of song leaders and get ready to make Jewish music with our students!
TBE Table
- Community Engagement
Volunteer to help provide meals to individuals experiencing food insecurity in our community.
Mincha Ma’ariv Service (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Our Mincha Ma'ariv service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Drew Garber and Jeremy Silver.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Haley Grozalsky and Elias Quesenberry.
Minyan & Torah Study (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us for minyan, followed by Torah study when we will explore the weekly Torah portion together with a member of our clergy.
Tot Shabbat Morning Service (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Come dance, sing, play, and pray in an exciting and engaging Shabbat morning service for our 0-5 year olds with Cantor Josh!
Friday Shabbat Service (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us to welcome Shabbat in song and prayer. The Immigration Justice Group will recognize Debbie Gotbetter and extend appreciation to all the dedicated volunteers.
Adult Talmud Study / Daf Yomi (Online)
- Adult Learning
Daf Yomi is a daily practice of reading and discussing a page of Talmud a day. We meet once weekly on Friday mornings.
What’s Jewish about Breast and Ovarian Cancer? (Online)
- Community Engagement
Join us for an in-depth look at why breast and ovarian cancers are concerning to the Jewish community.
Closed: Drum Circle (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join us for an exciting, joyful drum circle this spring with our own Friday night service drummer, Noam Sender.
Conversational Hebrew (Online)
- Adult Learning
Want to expand your Hebrew knowledge? Join us and have fun learning practical and useful Hebrew phrases, how to greet people and ask simple questions.
Closed: Positivity & Relaxation Training (PART) Through a Jewish Lens (In Person)
- Community Engagement
This 8-week program will help you develop a self-care routine to help manage stress, improve your outlook and enhance your quality of life.
Closed: Tikkun Middot | The Practice of Living an Ethical Life (Online)
- Community Engagement
Tikkun Middot practice is for anyone who wants to more often be their “best self” in the actions of daily life. This course is part of our Wednesdays at the Well programming.
Our Experiences on the Solidarity Mission to Israel (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join us for a hybrid panel discussion covering TBE's solidarity trip to Israel earlier this month.
Havayah: Manhigut Council (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Grow as a leader as a member of our Manhigut Council!
Havayah: Senior Leadership Team (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Our most deeply engaged and dedicated leaders have the opportunity to shape the present and future of Havayah as members of our Senior Leadership Team.
Mindful Moments (Online)
- Community Engagement
Each week, participants will take a moment to check-in and set an intention, learn about and/or practice a mini spiritual practice.
Closed: Me’ah Select: The Ethics of War and the Pursuit of Peace in Jewish Law & Thought (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This course will study Jewish ethics of war and the pursuit of peace from biblical times to the present in Jewish law and thought.
Fee:
$450
Yoga with Stephanie | Spring Session 1 (Online)
- Community Engagement
Stay grounded while preparing for warmer weather by building your strength, balance and alignment through the practice of yoga.
Book Club (Online)
- Community Engagement
The March book of choice is the non fiction, Land of Hope and Fear, by Isabel Kershner (a landmark book on Israel's social schisms)
Mayyim Hayyim & The Well at TBE Present: Mikveh as a Spiritual Practice in Preparation for Passover (In Person)
- Community Engagement
This program will guide participants in exploring the ancient ritual of mikveh and its potential for personal transformation and meaning in their own lives.
12th Grade Confirmation Workshop
- Toddler to Teen
We are incredibly proud that so many of our teens engage in Jewish life throughout their years at TBE.
J-Connect: Jewish Learning with our Clergy Grades 8-12
- Toddler to Teen
Dive deep into Jewish text and theology with Rabbi Harper, as we build connections to each other and to Jewish tradition.
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.
Wellesley Parent/Guardian Listening Session (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join Rabbi Saphire and the JCRC (Jewish Community Relations Council) Director of Educational Partnerships, Dan Osborn, to share your experience.
6th Grade B’Mitzvah Family Program: Stepping Up to the Bimah
- Toddler to Teen
Perspectives on how to engage with our Torah through music, art, film and writing.
Closed: Me’ah Select: The Ethics of War and the Pursuit of Peace in Jewish Law & Thought (Online)
- Adult Learning
This course will study Jewish ethics of war and the pursuit of peace from biblical times to the present in Jewish law and thought.
Fee:
$450
TBE/Or Hadash Text Study on Alcohol & Purim (Online)
- Community Engagement
Join members of TBE and Or Hadash as Rabbi Jordy Callman teaches us about Jewish wisdom on alcohol and Purim.
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."
Intergenerational Megillah Reading & Purim Festival (In Person)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us for a fun-filled celebration to read the megillah, retell the Purim story, and wear our favorite costumes, followed by fun, games, crafts, and snacks for all ages!
Havayah: Songleading Workshop Music Madrichim
- Toddler to Teen
Join a dedicated and enthusiastic team of song leaders and get ready to make Jewish music with our students!
TBE Table
- Community Engagement
Volunteer to help provide meals to individuals experiencing food insecurity in our community.
Purim Holiday
- Spiritual Practice
Purim is a Jewish holiday which commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from annihilation at the hands of an official of the Achaemenid Empire named Haman, as it is recounted in the Book of Esther.
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!
Mincha Ma’ariv Service (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Our Mincha Ma'ariv service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Samantha Kaplan.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Derek Schwarzberg.
Minyan & Torah Study (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us for minyan, followed by Torah study when we will explore the weekly Torah portion together with a member of our clergy.
Erev Purim
- Spiritual Practice
Purim is a Jewish holiday which commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from annihilation at the hands of an official of the Achaemenid Empire named Haman, as it is recounted in the Book of Esther.
Adult Talmud Study / Daf Yomi (Online)
- Adult Learning
Daf Yomi is a daily practice of reading and discussing a page of Talmud a day. We meet once weekly on Friday mornings.
Closed: Drum Circle (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join us for an exciting, joyful drum circle this spring with our own Friday night service drummer, Noam Sender.
Conversational Hebrew (Online)
- Adult Learning
Want to expand your Hebrew knowledge? Join us and have fun learning practical and useful Hebrew phrases, how to greet people and ask simple questions.
Closed: Habits of the Heart | Jewish Mindfulness (Online)
- Adult Learning
This program is for anyone who wants a nurturing, safe, and exploratory space in which to learn about mindfulness grounded in Jewish text, prayer, and song.
Music Club | Classical & Jazz Radio (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join Steve Robinson for a cornucopia of 50 years in classical and jazz radio.
Mindful Moments (Online)
- Community Engagement
Each week, participants will take a moment to check-in and set an intention, learn about and/or practice a mini spiritual practice.
Closed: Me’ah Select: The Ethics of War and the Pursuit of Peace in Jewish Law & Thought (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This course will study Jewish ethics of war and the pursuit of peace from biblical times to the present in Jewish law and thought.
Fee:
$450
Yoga with Stephanie | Spring Session 1 (Online)
- Community Engagement
Stay grounded while preparing for warmer weather by building your strength, balance and alignment through the practice of yoga.
TBE Holy Singers (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Gather with Cantor Zell and other congregants to meet without musical scores and share in our love of singing, learning new melodies, and creating spontaneous harmony.
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.
Closed: Me’ah Select: The Ethics of War and the Pursuit of Peace in Jewish Law & Thought (Online)
- Adult Learning
This course will study Jewish ethics of war and the pursuit of peace from biblical times to the present in Jewish law and thought.
Fee:
$450
Silly Tzedakah! A Mitzvah for Purim (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
In preparation for the holiday of Purim, join us in your favorite Purim costume for some silly Purim fun: singing, a story, and snacks! We are strongly encouraging families to bring in 5-6 oz tuna cans in water and breakfast cereal boxes to donate for the event.
Havayah: T’filah Band (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Bring your musical talent to the Havayah T’filah Band.
On One Foot | Jewish Parenting (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join us to talk about topics relevant to Jewish parenting in today's world. We will learn and discuss together, hopefully feeling empowered to support our children in their Jewish journeys while enriching our own.
On One Foot | Jewish Parenting (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join us to talk about topics relevant to Jewish parenting in today's world. We will learn and discuss together, hopefully feeling empowered to support our children in their Jewish journeys while enriching our own.
Havayah: Songleading Workshop Music Madrichim
- Toddler to Teen
Join a dedicated and enthusiastic team of song leaders and get ready to make Jewish music with our students!
Mincha Ma’ariv Service (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Our Mincha Ma'ariv service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Amelie Schwabish.
Prison Book Program | A Favorite of CASA (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join us for this valuable program to support the incarcerated in education, vocation, personal development, and reduction of recidivism.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Aliyah Cohen.
Minyan & Torah Study (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us for minyan, followed by Torah study when we will explore the weekly Torah portion together with a member of our clergy.
Tot Kabbalat Shabbat & Family Shabbat Dinner (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join Cantor Josh to sing, play, dance, and pray in an engaging Shabbat service for 0-5 year olds and their grownups then stay for dinner!
Fee:
$30
Pre-Shabbat Study (In Person)
- Adult Learning
Sign off from the week a little earlier and begin to prepare for Shabbat with these 5:00 pre-service study sessions.
Adult Talmud Study / Daf Yomi (Online)
- Adult Learning
Daf Yomi is a daily practice of reading and discussing a page of Talmud a day. We meet once weekly on Friday mornings.
Closed: Drum Circle (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join us for an exciting, joyful drum circle this spring with our own Friday night service drummer, Noam Sender.
RJI Quarterly: Eyewitness Testimonials of Desegregation and Busing (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join us to mark the 50th anniversary of the Desegregation of Boston Public Schools (BPS) and Judge Garrity's 1974 order to integrate the schools by busing students.
Conversational Hebrew (Online)
- Adult Learning
Want to expand your Hebrew knowledge? Join us and have fun learning practical and useful Hebrew phrases, how to greet people and ask simple questions.
Closed: Tikkun Middot | The Practice of Living an Ethical Life (Online)
- Community Engagement
Tikkun Middot practice is for anyone who wants to more often be their “best self” in the actions of daily life. This course is part of our Wednesdays at the Well programming.
Havayah: Manhigut Council (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Grow as a leader as a member of our Manhigut Council!
Transformation 101: College Behind Bars Mentoring (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
Join us for this spotlight on Emerson College’s life-changing bachelor’s degree program for individuals incarcerated in Massachusetts State Prison, and learn about opportunities to mentor incarcerated students.
Havayah: Senior Leadership Team (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Our most deeply engaged and dedicated leaders have the opportunity to shape the present and future of Havayah as members of our Senior Leadership Team.
Information Session: Shalom Hartman Institute Community Leadership Program in Jerusalem (Hybrid)
- Adult Learning
Learn more about studying with great scholars and experiencing Jerusalem in a new way with the Hartman Institute this summer.
Mindful Moments (Online)
- Community Engagement
Each week, participants will take a moment to check-in and set an intention, learn about and/or practice a mini spiritual practice.
Closed: Me’ah Select: The Ethics of War and the Pursuit of Peace in Jewish Law & Thought (In Person)
- Adult Learning
This course will study Jewish ethics of war and the pursuit of peace from biblical times to the present in Jewish law and thought.
Fee:
$450
Yoga with Stephanie | Spring Session 1 (Online)
- Community Engagement
Stay grounded while preparing for warmer weather by building your strength, balance and alignment through the practice of yoga.
What Is Happening on College Campuses & How to Prepare Our Students (Hybrid)
- Community Engagement
J Street U will present a panel of Boston area college students to discuss their recent experiences on campus and how our students should prepare.
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!
Havayah: Jew Man Group Grade 9 (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Take a break from homework and the stresses of everyday life in our welcoming and fun gender-based programming.
Havayah: Challah Back Girls Grade 10 (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Take a break from homework and the stresses of everyday life in our welcoming and fun gender-based programming
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.
Closed: Me’ah Select: The Ethics of War and the Pursuit of Peace in Jewish Law & Thought (Online)
- Adult Learning
This course will study Jewish ethics of war and the pursuit of peace from biblical times to the present in Jewish law and thought.
Fee:
$450
Prime Timers Game Night (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join the Prime Timers for a fun-filled game night!R Registration closes Tuesday, March 5 at 11:59 pm.
Fee:
$25
Library Lion: Family Learning Program with Adam Theater (In Person)
- Toddler to Teen
Join Cantor Josh and Adam Theater for a special theatre-arts learning program about Hebrew culture based on the book Library Lion by Michelle Knudsen.
Havayah: Songleading Workshop Music Madrichim
- Toddler to Teen
Join a dedicated and enthusiastic team of song leaders and get ready to make Jewish music with our students!
TBE Table
- Community Engagement
Volunteer to help provide meals to individuals experiencing food insecurity in our community.
Shabbat Morning Service (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Our Shabbat service includes the celebration of the B'Mitzvah of Arni Rosenthal.
Minyan & Torah Study (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us for minyan, followed by Torah study when we will explore the weekly Torah portion together with a member of our clergy.
TGIS Service (Hybrid)
- Spiritual Practice
Join us for Thank God It's Shabbat (TGIS) Service, a multi-generational experience to sing, pray, and learn together in a less formal worship environment.
Adult Talmud Study / Daf Yomi (Online)
- Adult Learning
Daf Yomi is a daily practice of reading and discussing a page of Talmud a day. We meet once weekly on Friday mornings.
End The Silence with Hadassah (In Person)
- Community Engagement
To make this campaign a monumental success, we need your help! Come to TBE for bagels, coffee, and to make a video to join in with the Hadassah campaign.
Closed: Drum Circle (In Person)
- Community Engagement
Join us for an exciting, joyful drum circle this spring with our own Friday night service drummer, Noam Sender.
- Community Engagement
- Adult Learning
- Pre-Shabbat Study
- Daf yomi
- Conversational Hebrew
- Meah
- Beginner Modern Hebrew
- eLeMeNTs: Identity
- eLeMeNTs: Wrestling
- May 5–7, 2023
- Weekday Classes
- Classes with Our Clergy
- Weekend & Evening Classes
- Summer Institute
- Spiritual Practice
- Israel
- Jewish Wisdom
- Holidays
- Lunch & Learn
- Arts & Culture
- Guest Speakers
- Hebrew
- Rescuing Hope
- TBElle Lifelong Learning
- Text Study
- Spiritual Practice
- Toddler to Teen
- Music
- Giving