Jewish Life

Group Chat: Laughing Matters

Judaism, Comedy, and Identity

From the Borscht Belt to “Seinfeld,” humor and self-deprecation have long been embedded into Judaism’s DNA. Rabbi Aaron unpacks historical examples of comedy in Jewish tradition and explores contemporary Jewish creators and what they reveal about being Jewish today. Pizza and wine on us.

Interfaith Couples Workshop

Rabbi Aaron and Rabbi Nora facilitate a guided, nonjudgmental space for Jews and their non-Jewish partners to talk, learn, and grow – together and as individuals.

CANCELED – Intro to Equanimity Meditation

If you’re looking to stress less, equanimity meditation is a practice that can help you find calm and stay grounded no matter what life throws your way. In this intro class, meditation teacher Alison Cohen weaves together guided meditation, teachings, and discussion, offering practical techniques to help you cultivate equanimity and stay balanced.  

Basically Jewish

Rabbi Nora leads an experiential introduction to Judaism course designed for those looking to reconnect with Judaism, as well as non-Jews looking to discover. This five-week course allows students to develop a deeper connection with the Jewish faith through a digestible, experiential introduction to Jewish traditions, customs, and rituals. 

Resetting the Table: Town Square on Israel

Facilitators from Resetting the Table, an organization dedicated to building productive conversation across political and religious differences, lead small-group conversations on charged issues connected to Israel and the ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza.