(Postponed) The Arch of Titus and the Jewish Community of Rome with Judith Testa December 8, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Member Registration Guest Registration *If you register you will be notified once the class date has been set. The Arch of Titus in Rome is redolent with Jewish history. It is best known for the relief sculpture on one of its inner walls that portrays sacred objects looted from the Temple in Jerusalem—most prominently, ...
A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London December 13, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah this past May, we turn to N’viim / Prophets, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new, please register below. Additionally if you plan to participate online, ...
Beit Shammai v. Beit Hillel—Legends and History Led by Barry Wimpfheimer December 13, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Beit Shammai v. Beit Hillel—Legends and History Led by Barry Wimpfheimer Members Register Here Guests Register Here The figures of Shammai and Hillel and the schools named after these figures are foundational to rabbinic Judaism. But what do we know about historical figures, and how can we distinguish fact from fiction? This class is two sessions, once on Friday, December 13, and the second on December ...
The Palestinian Citizens in Israel in Time of Crisis With Mohammad Darawshe December 15, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Members Register here Guests Register here Mohammad Darawshe will examine the main trends in Jewish-Arab relations in Israel and the implications of the October 7th events on the daily relations between the two sides. Mr. Darawshe is a leading expert on Jewish-Arab relations and has initiated many cross-sector Jewish-Arab partnerships, which he will describe in ...
Understanding AntiSemitisim with Project Shema December 17, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Members Register Here Guests Register Here In this 90 minute educational webinar with the educators of Project Shema, participants will gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of antisemitism in both the historical and modern context. Facilitators will also address the current political climate and how anti-Jewish ideas are showing up in discourse around ...
Kol Haneshamah Music Connections with Cantor Young December 18, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Members Register Here Guests Register Here Join Cantor Young in exploring our sacred texts through music and art. Learn about the evolution of Jewish music and the creative expression of our identity and experiences. Together, we will tap into our creative souls to find our own unique ways to evaluate our prayers.
Finding Balance, with Marci Dickman December 19, 2024 @ 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm Finding a Balance, With Marci Dickman Speaking from our hearts, finding greater equanimity and balance in turbulent times - not easy to do. We will use poetry, songs and lyrics, Jewish text, and our own experiences to reflect on ourselves and explore our reactions to the world around us. This class is open to all and will follow the pattern of ...
Soul Stitchers Monthly Meeting December 19, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Soul Stichers is meeting in person! As a tribute to Nikki Zarefsky z”l, Soul Stitchers meets for knitting and connecting as we create shawls to warm people during services and healing shawls to bring warmth to those in need. We will share a meal and enjoy each other's company before the end of the year. ...
A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London December 20, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah this past May, we turn to N’viim / Prophets, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new, please register below. Additionally if you plan to participate online, ...
Beit Shammai v. Beit Hillel—Legends and History Led by Barry Wimpfheimer December 20, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Beit Shammai v. Beit Hillel—Legends and History Led by Barry Wimpfheimer Members Register Here Guests Register Here The figures of Shammai and Hillel and the schools named after these figures are foundational to rabbinic Judaism. But what do we know about historical figures, and how can we distinguish fact from fiction? This class is two sessions, once on Friday, December 13, and the second on December ...
Soul Stitchers Monthly Meeting January 7, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm Soul Stitchers Monthly Meeting Soul Stichers is back! As a tribute to Nikki Zarefsky z”l, Soul Stitchers meets for knitting and connecting as we create shawls to warm people during services and healing shawls to bring warmth to those in need. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to join! Please email the office for a link to the zoom
A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London January 10, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah this past May, we turn to N’viim / Prophets, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new, please register below. Additionally if you plan to participate online, ...