Congregation Tifereth Israel
Adult Jewish Learning

Adult Jewish Learning

Tifereth Israel is a community dedicated to nurturing the life-long wrestling with Torah and Jewish sources of wisdom that is a hallmark of our faith. Questions are encouraged as we search together for ongoing meaning and relevance through a variety of classes and learning opportunities. Our classes are on Zoom and streamed live on Facebook (you can also watch previously recorded classes here.)

Upcoming Events

21 Jan

Shomrei Mitzvot Yomi

January 21, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Join us for in-depth learning and conversation about the 613 commandments in the Torah. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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22 Jan

Rabbi's Study Circle

January 22, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Explore essays on the weekly Torah portion with our rabbis. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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22 Jan

Short Story Group

January 22, 2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Please join our lively discussions of intriguing stories that engage and entertain. For more information, contact Fran Duchene. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: [...]
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22 Jan

Judaism 101: Asking Jewish Questions (The Practice of Shabbat)

January 22, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tifereth Israel
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22 Jan

Judaism 201: Exploring Judaism (Top Talmud Tales)

January 22, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Agudas Achim
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23 Jan

Rashi+

January 23, 2025    
8:30 am - 9:30 am
With careful reading and lively discussion, come study the classic commentary of Rashi with Rabbi Berman. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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24 Jan

[Book Group] Judaism is About Love by Rabbi Shai Held

January 24, 2025    
8:15 am - 9:15 am
Join the long-running Friday morning book group! Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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24 Jan

Welcoming Shabbat Mindfulness Practice

January 24, 2025    
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Explore and experience new meditation techniques from a Jewish perspective. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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26 Jan

LGBTQ TI - Order: Seder

January 26, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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28 Jan

Shomrei Mitzvot Yomi

January 28, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Join us for in-depth learning and conversation about the 613 commandments in the Torah. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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29 Jan

Rabbi's Study Circle

January 29, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Explore essays on the weekly Torah portion with our rabbis. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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29 Jan

Short Story Group

January 29, 2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Please join our lively discussions of intriguing stories that engage and entertain. For more information, contact Fran Duchene. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: [...]
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29 Jan

Judaism 101: Asking Jewish Questions (Choosing Judaism: Guest Panel)

January 29, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tifereth Israel
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29 Jan

Judaism 201: Exploring Judaism (Top Talmud Tales)

January 29, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Agudas Achim
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30 Jan

Rashi+

January 30, 2025    
8:30 am - 9:30 am
With careful reading and lively discussion, come study the classic commentary of Rashi with Rabbi Berman. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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31 Jan

[Book Group] Judaism is About Love by Rabbi Shai Held

January 31, 2025    
8:15 am - 9:15 am
Join the long-running Friday morning book group! Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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31 Jan

Welcoming Shabbat Mindfulness Practice

January 31, 2025    
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Explore and experience new meditation techniques from a Jewish perspective. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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31 Jan

Jews by Choice Havurah Shabbat Dinner

January 31, 2025    
6:45 pm - 8:00 pm
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02 Feb

Ani LeDodi: The Individualist At Home

February 2, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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04 Feb

Shomrei Mitzvot Yomi

February 4, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Join us for in-depth learning and conversation about the 613 commandments in the Torah. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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04 Feb

So A Rabbi Walks Into a Bar

February 4, 2025    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Brewdog in New Albany
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05 Feb

Rabbi's Study Circle

February 5, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Explore essays on the weekly Torah portion with our rabbis. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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05 Feb

Short Story Group

February 5, 2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Please join our lively discussions of intriguing stories that engage and entertain. For more information, contact Fran Duchene. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: [...]
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05 Feb

Judaism 101: Asking Jewish Questions (Theology)

February 5, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tifereth Israel
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05 Feb

Judaism 201: Exploring Judaism (Top Talmud Tales)

February 5, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Agudas Achim
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06 Feb

Rashi+

February 6, 2025    
8:30 am - 9:30 am
With careful reading and lively discussion, come study the classic commentary of Rashi with Rabbi Berman. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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07 Feb

[Book Group] Judaism is About Love by Rabbi Shai Held

February 7, 2025    
8:15 am - 9:15 am
Join the long-running Friday morning book group! Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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07 Feb

Welcoming Shabbat Mindfulness Practice

February 7, 2025    
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Explore and experience new meditation techniques from a Jewish perspective. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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09 Feb

Parents Havurah: Emotional Overload

February 9, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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11 Feb

Shomrei Mitzvot Yomi

February 11, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Join us for in-depth learning and conversation about the 613 commandments in the Torah. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
12 Feb

Rabbi's Study Circle

February 12, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Explore essays on the weekly Torah portion with our rabbis. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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12 Feb

Short Story Group

February 12, 2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Please join our lively discussions of intriguing stories that engage and entertain. For more information, contact Fran Duchene. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: [...]
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12 Feb

Judaism 101: Asking Jewish Questions (Tikkun Olam & Tu Bish'vat: social & Environmental Justice)

February 12, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Agudas Achim
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12 Feb

Judaism 201: Exploring Judaism (Mysticism)

February 12, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tifereth Israel
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13 Feb

Rashi+

February 13, 2025    
8:30 am - 9:30 am
With careful reading and lively discussion, come study the classic commentary of Rashi with Rabbi Berman. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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13 Feb

Lunch & Learn: Tu Bishvat Seder

February 13, 2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Tifereth Israel
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14 Feb

[Book Group] Judaism is About Love by Rabbi Shai Held

February 14, 2025    
8:15 am - 9:15 am
Join the long-running Friday morning book group! Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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14 Feb

Welcoming Shabbat Mindfulness Practice

February 14, 2025    
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Explore and experience new meditation techniques from a Jewish perspective. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
18 Feb

Shomrei Mitzvot Yomi

February 18, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Join us for in-depth learning and conversation about the 613 commandments in the Torah. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
19 Feb

Rabbi's Study Circle

February 19, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Explore essays on the weekly Torah portion with our rabbis. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
19 Feb

Short Story Group

February 19, 2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Please join our lively discussions of intriguing stories that engage and entertain. For more information, contact Fran Duchene. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: [...]
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19 Feb

Judaism 101: Asking Jewish Questions (Kashrut: Dietary Laws)

February 19, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Agudas Achim
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19 Feb

Judaism 201: Exploring Judaism (Mysticism)

February 19, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tifereth Israel
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20 Feb

Rashi+

February 20, 2025    
8:30 am - 9:30 am
With careful reading and lively discussion, come study the classic commentary of Rashi with Rabbi Berman. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
21 Feb

[Book Group] Judaism is About Love by Rabbi Shai Held

February 21, 2025    
8:15 am - 9:15 am
Join the long-running Friday morning book group! Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
21 Feb

Welcoming Shabbat Mindfulness Practice

February 21, 2025    
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Explore and experience new meditation techniques from a Jewish perspective. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
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21 Feb

Shabbat Dinner Artist-In-Residence: Charlie Kramer

February 21, 2025    
6:45 pm - 7:30 pm
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22 Feb

Artist-In-Residence Sponsors Happy Hour

February 22, 2025    
6:45 pm - 7:15 pm
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22 Feb

Havdalah & Presentation: Singing in the Dark

February 22, 2025    
7:15 pm - 8:15 pm
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23 Feb

LGBTQ TI - Equanimity: Menuchat Ha-Nefesh

February 23, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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25 Feb

Shomrei Mitzvot Yomi

February 25, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Join us for in-depth learning and conversation about the 613 commandments in the Torah. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
26 Feb

Rabbi's Study Circle

February 26, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Explore essays on the weekly Torah portion with our rabbis. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
26 Feb

Short Story Group

February 26, 2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Please join our lively discussions of intriguing stories that engage and entertain. For more information, contact Fran Duchene. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: [...]
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26 Feb

Judaism 101: Asking Jewish Questions (Life Cycle I: Births, B'nei Mitzvah & Marriages)

February 26, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Agudas Achim
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26 Feb

Judaism 201: Exploring Judaism (Mysticism)

February 26, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tifereth Israel
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27 Feb

Rashi+

February 27, 2025    
8:30 am - 9:30 am
With careful reading and lively discussion, come study the classic commentary of Rashi with Rabbi Berman. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
28 Feb

[Book Group] Judaism is About Love by Rabbi Shai Held

February 28, 2025    
8:15 am - 9:15 am
Join the long-running Friday morning book group! Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
28 Feb

Welcoming Shabbat Mindfulness Practice

February 28, 2025    
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Explore and experience new meditation techniques from a Jewish perspective. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
02 Mar

Parents Havurah: Shabbat

March 2, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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04 Mar

Shomrei Mitzvot Yomi

March 4, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Join us for in-depth learning and conversation about the 613 commandments in the Torah. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
05 Mar

Rabbi's Study Circle

March 5, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Explore essays on the weekly Torah portion with our rabbis. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
05 Mar

Short Story Group

March 5, 2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Please join our lively discussions of intriguing stories that engage and entertain. For more information, contact Fran Duchene. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: [...]
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05 Mar

Judaism 101: Asking Jewish Questions (Theodicy: The Problem of Evil)

March 5, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Agudas Achim
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05 Mar

Judaism 201: Exploring Judaism (Intro to Liturgy)

March 5, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tifereth Israel
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06 Mar

Rashi+

March 6, 2025    
8:30 am - 9:30 am
With careful reading and lively discussion, come study the classic commentary of Rashi with Rabbi Berman. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
07 Mar

[Book Group] Judaism is About Love by Rabbi Shai Held

March 7, 2025    
8:15 am - 9:15 am
Join the long-running Friday morning book group! Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
07 Mar

Welcoming Shabbat Mindfulness Practice

March 7, 2025    
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Explore and experience new meditation techniques from a Jewish perspective. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
11 Mar

Shomrei Mitzvot Yomi

March 11, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Join us for in-depth learning and conversation about the 613 commandments in the Torah. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
12 Mar

Rabbi's Study Circle

March 12, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Explore essays on the weekly Torah portion with our rabbis. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
12 Mar

Short Story Group

March 12, 2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Please join our lively discussions of intriguing stories that engage and entertain. For more information, contact Fran Duchene. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: [...]
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12 Mar

Judaism 101: Asking Jewish Questions (Purim + assimilation & Intermarriage)

March 12, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Agudas Achim
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12 Mar

Judaism 201: Exploring Judaism (Intro to Liturgy)

March 12, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tifereth Israel
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13 Mar

Rashi+

March 13, 2025    
8:30 am - 9:30 am
With careful reading and lively discussion, come study the classic commentary of Rashi with Rabbi Berman. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
14 Mar

[Book Group] Judaism is About Love by Rabbi Shai Held

March 14, 2025    
8:15 am - 9:15 am
Join the long-running Friday morning book group! Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
14 Mar

Welcoming Shabbat Mindfulness Practice

March 14, 2025    
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Explore and experience new meditation techniques from a Jewish perspective. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
16 Mar

LGBTQ TI - Honor: Kavod

March 16, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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18 Mar

Shomrei Mitzvot Yomi

March 18, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Join us for in-depth learning and conversation about the 613 commandments in the Torah. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
19 Mar

Rabbi's Study Circle

March 19, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Explore essays on the weekly Torah portion with our rabbis. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
19 Mar

Short Story Group

March 19, 2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Please join our lively discussions of intriguing stories that engage and entertain. For more information, contact Fran Duchene. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: [...]
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19 Mar

Lunch & Learn

March 19, 2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter
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19 Mar

Judaism 101: Asking Jewish Questions (Sexuality & Gender)

March 19, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Agudas Achim
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19 Mar

Judaism 201: Exploring Judaism (Intro to Liturgy)

March 19, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tifereth Israel
More Info
20 Mar

Rashi+

March 20, 2025    
8:30 am - 9:30 am
With careful reading and lively discussion, come study the classic commentary of Rashi with Rabbi Berman. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
21 Mar

[Book Group] Judaism is About Love by Rabbi Shai Held

March 21, 2025    
8:15 am - 9:15 am
Join the long-running Friday morning book group! Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
21 Mar

Welcoming Shabbat Mindfulness Practice

March 21, 2025    
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Explore and experience new meditation techniques from a Jewish perspective. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
23 Mar

Ani LeDodi: Start Thinking Like a Team

March 23, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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25 Mar

Shomrei Mitzvot Yomi

March 25, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Join us for in-depth learning and conversation about the 613 commandments in the Torah. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
26 Mar

Rabbi's Study Circle

March 26, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Explore essays on the weekly Torah portion with our rabbis. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
26 Mar

Short Story Group

March 26, 2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Please join our lively discussions of intriguing stories that engage and entertain. For more information, contact Fran Duchene. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: [...]
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26 Mar

Judaism 101: Asking Jewish Questions (The Holocaust & Antisemitism)

March 26, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Agudas Achim
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26 Mar

Judaism 201: Exploring Judaism (Intro to Liturgy)

March 26, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tifereth Israel
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27 Mar

Rashi+

March 27, 2025    
8:30 am - 9:30 am
With careful reading and lively discussion, come study the classic commentary of Rashi with Rabbi Berman. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
28 Mar

[Book Group] Judaism is About Love by Rabbi Shai Held

March 28, 2025    
8:15 am - 9:15 am
Join the long-running Friday morning book group! Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
28 Mar

Welcoming Shabbat Mindfulness Practice

March 28, 2025    
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Explore and experience new meditation techniques from a Jewish perspective. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
01 Apr

Shomrei Mitzvot Yomi

April 1, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Join us for in-depth learning and conversation about the 613 commandments in the Torah. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
02 Apr

Rabbi's Study Circle

April 2, 2025    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Explore essays on the weekly Torah portion with our rabbis. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info
02 Apr

Short Story Group

April 2, 2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Please join our lively discussions of intriguing stories that engage and entertain. For more information, contact Fran Duchene. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: [...]
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02 Apr

Judaism 101: Asking Jewish Questions (Zionism & the State of Israel)

April 2, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Agudas Achim
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02 Apr

Judaism 201: Exploring Judaism (Intro to Liturgy)

April 2, 2025    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tifereth Israel
More Info
03 Apr

Rashi+

April 3, 2025    
8:30 am - 9:30 am
With careful reading and lively discussion, come study the classic commentary of Rashi with Rabbi Berman. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 836 1771 4527 | Password: tifereth
More Info

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