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Presented by: Rabbi Zachary Goodman What happens when religious ritual meets federal law? During America’s Prohibition era (1920–1933), Jewish communities found creative—and sometimes controversial—ways to keep making Kiddush while the country went dry. In this three-part class, we’ll explore the surprising intersection of Jewish tradition, bootlegging, and the 18th Amendment. We’ll look at how rabbis, [...]

Presented by: Rabbi Zachary Goodman What happens when religious ritual meets federal law? During America’s Prohibition era (1920–1933), Jewish communities found creative—and sometimes controversial—ways to keep making Kiddush while the country went dry. In this three-part class, we’ll explore the surprising intersection of Jewish tradition, bootlegging, and the 18th Amendment. We’ll look at how rabbis, [...]

Presented by: Courtney Anthony This series surveys Jewish life in Europe during the 14th to 17th centuries—a time of upheaval and transformation as the medieval world gave way to the early modern era. From the devastation of the Black Death, the Inquisition, and the Expulsion from Spain to the opportunities brought by the printing press, [...]

Presented by: Rabbi Neil Hirsch Welcome to the wonderful sea of Talmud study! Ever curious about the Jewish perspectives on key issues of Jewish life and practice? Rabbi Hirsch leads our study sessions on rabbinic literature, where he will help you explore foundational texts, engage in meaningful learning, and have some wonderful debates. This year, [...]

Presented by: Courtney Anthony This series surveys Jewish life in Europe during the 14th to 17th centuries—a time of upheaval and transformation as the medieval world gave way to the early modern era. From the devastation of the Black Death, the Inquisition, and the Expulsion from Spain to the opportunities brought by the printing press, [...]

Presented by: Courtney Anthony This series surveys Jewish life in Europe during the 14th to 17th centuries—a time of upheaval and transformation as the medieval world gave way to the early modern era. From the devastation of the Black Death, the Inquisition, and the Expulsion from Spain to the opportunities brought by the printing press, [...]

Presented by: Matt Check Join us for a three-week exploration of one of the most fascinating figures in the Bible. From his rise to power and legendary wisdom to the building of the Temple and his eventual downfall, we'll uncover the complexity of King Solomon’s life—and what his story means for us today.

Presented by: Matt Check Join us for a three-week exploration of one of the most fascinating figures in the Bible. From his rise to power and legendary wisdom to the building of the Temple and his eventual downfall, we'll uncover the complexity of King Solomon’s life—and what his story means for us today.

Presented by: Rabbi Neil Hirsch Welcome to the wonderful sea of Talmud study! Ever curious about the Jewish perspectives on key issues of Jewish life and practice? Rabbi Hirsch leads our study sessions on rabbinic literature, where he will help you explore foundational texts, engage in meaningful learning, and have some wonderful debates. This year, [...]

Presented by: Matt Check Join us for a three-week exploration of one of the most fascinating figures in the Bible. From his rise to power and legendary wisdom to the building of the Temple and his eventual downfall, we'll uncover the complexity of King Solomon’s life—and what his story means for us today.

Presented by: Rabbi Jamie Starr Join us for a Read With Me learning session exploring Harold Kushner’s classic When Bad Things Happen to Good People. Together we will wrestle with questions of suffering, faith, and resilience, reading key passages and discussing their relevance to our lives, our communities, and the challenges of living with uncertainty. [...]

Presented by: Rabbi Jamie Starr Join us for a Read With Me learning session exploring Harold Kushner’s classic When Bad Things Happen to Good People. Together we will wrestle with questions of suffering, faith, and resilience, reading key passages and discussing their relevance to our lives, our communities, and the challenges of living with uncertainty. [...]

Presented by: Rabbi Jamie Starr Join us for a Read With Me learning session exploring Harold Kushner’s classic When Bad Things Happen to Good People. Together we will wrestle with questions of suffering, faith, and resilience, reading key passages and discussing their relevance to our lives, our communities, and the challenges of living with uncertainty. [...]

Presented by Rabbi Neil Hirsch Join us for a contemplative reading journey through Rodger Kamenetz’s newest work, Seeing Into the Life of Things, a profound exploration of imagination as a path to spiritual clarity and emotional healing. Drawing from his historic encounters with the Dalai Lama and his long engagement with poetry, dreamwork, and Jewish [...]

Presented by Rabbi Neil Hirsch Join us for a contemplative reading journey through Rodger Kamenetz’s newest work, Seeing Into the Life of Things, a profound exploration of imagination as a path to spiritual clarity and emotional healing. Drawing from his historic encounters with the Dalai Lama and his long engagement with poetry, dreamwork, and Jewish [...]

Presented by Rabbi Neil Hirsch Join us for a contemplative reading journey through Rodger Kamenetz’s newest work, Seeing Into the Life of Things, a profound exploration of imagination as a path to spiritual clarity and emotional healing. Drawing from his historic encounters with the Dalai Lama and his long engagement with poetry, dreamwork, and Jewish [...]