Talks & Entertainment

POSTPONED: Hilary Mantel

In Conversation with Barrie Hardymon

With The Mirror & the Light, the Booker Prize-winning author of Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies closes out her Thomas Cromwell trilogy with a defining portrait of predator and prey, of a ferocious contest between present and past, and of a modern nation making itself through conflict, passion, and courage.

VIRTUAL: Living in Scary Times

How do we respond to the anxiety and fear that this pandemic may have stirred up within each of us?  What spiritual tools and perspectives can our tradition offer us in a moment like this? In this hour-long Zoom class, be in virtual community as Rabbi Aaron explores some relevant and thought-provoking Jewish texts.

VIRTUAL: Social Distancing & Becoming Strangers

What does welcoming the stranger actually mean in today’s complicated climate? Explore with Rabbi Jesse what Jewish values and texts say about our obligation to stand up for the rights of strangers, outsiders, asylum seekers, and immigrants.

POSTPONED: An Evening with Josh Ritter

A Book of Gold Thrown Open Tour

Hailed as one of America’s 100 greatest living songwriters, Ritter performs some of his quieter, more narrative songs on this intimate solo tour, in addition to new music.

VIRTUAL: Lilith: Virgin or Seductress?

Rabbi Shira leads a text study and discussion on Lilith, the enigmatic character who is too often shunted to the shadows of Jewish history.

POSTPONED: An Evening with Josh Ritter – Second Night

A Book of Gold Thrown Open Tour

Hailed as one of America’s 100 greatest living songwriters, Ritter performs some of his quieter, more narrative songs on this intimate solo tour, in addition to new music.

Morning Mindfulness & Gratitude

Rabbi Jesse leads a guided meditation, short morning blessings of gratitude, and some spiritual reflections from Jewish tradition to help set the tone for the rest of your day.

Shabbat: Good Soul

Traditional and contemplative, this egalitarian service led by Rabbi Jesse offers a deep sense of focus and intention, aided by stirring music from Aaron Shneyer.

CANCELED: Veronica Swift

Prolific in everything from swing to bebop to the Great American Songbook, the 25-year-old jazz artist counts Wynton Marsalis and Chris Botti as her most trusted mentors and frequent collaborators.

Havdallah

Rabbi Aaron leads virtual havdalah, a weekly ritual that helps us transition out of Shabbat. Sing, connect, and share a few reflections as we begin a new week together.