The Democracy Dilemma
Ahead of the midterm elections, Rabbi Jesse leads a discussion on the challenges of upholding democratic institutions. Explore how Judaism approaches dilemmas of collective decision making, political power, and checks and balances.
If Adam Were Eve
What does Judaism have to say about being transgender today? In a class led by Rabbi Rachel Ackerman, explore texts and various interpretations of the first adam (human being) as a framework for discussing current transgender issues.
RESCHEDULED: Women of the Book
For thousands of years, Jewish texts have been primarily written by men for men, but what happens when we bring women’s voices and perspectives to Torah? In a class led by Rabbi Avi Strausberg, explore teachings from texts written by Israeli authors.
Six Great Big Jewish Ideas
This class meets on Tuesdays, November 20 and 27 at 7:00 pm. Phrases like “tikkun olam” and “the chosen people” are ubiquitous in Jewish life, but we often don’t consider More +
NEW DATE: Women of the Book
For thousands of years, Jewish texts have been primarily written by men for men, but what happens when we bring women’s voices and perspectives to Torah? In a class led by Rabbi Avi Strausberg, explore teachings from texts written by Israeli authors.
Hot Topics Salon: Gun Violence
As debates over gun violence take center stage, Rabbi Shira leads a guided discussion and text study exploring traditional and contemporary opinions on guns and who should (or should not) own them.
The Tattoo Taboo
Is it really true you can’t be buried in a Jewish cemetery if you have a tattoo? Rabbi Avi Strausberg unpacks the roots of this taboo and what getting inked means for Jews today.
What it Takes: Shabbat at Home
In a crash course led by Rabbi Jesse, learn how and why to host a Friday evening Shabbat dinner at home.
Firelight Flow: A Chanukah Yoga Class
During the festival of lights, Rabbi Jesse and yoga teacher Alison Waldman lead an integrated Jewish meditation and gentle yoga flow.
Blood, Power, and Purity
Take a deep dive into the traditions of niddah, Jewish laws regarding the separation of menstruating women from men. In this class Discuss what’s gained and what’s lost by this practice, and how might it be meaningful for couples, both straight and LGBTQ.