Adult Programs
Adult Programs
Through a variety of educational pursuits, our members grow in soul and spirit through the sacred process of study and reflection on topics both modern and ancient.
From Yiddish film and klezmer to Indian delicacies of Cochin, India, and intricate papercutting, our members - and guests from the larger community - enjoy an array of cultural events limited only by our imaginations. Events take place at our synagogue, in parks and in public spaces, often in partnership with other venues and organizations. Artists, performers, speakers and teachers come to us from across the globe or across the street, and often from within our esteemed membership.
A sampling of recent events:
Dinner with Tevye - The classic Sholem Aleichem film paired with a dinner inspired by the Russian Pale of Settlement at the end of the 19th century.
Jewish Jazz - A musical tour of the interrelationship of klezmer and jazz
Jewish Papercutting - A historical presentation and hands-on arts workshop
Shoe b'Shvat - A snowshoe trek under the full moon and the poetry of trees in celebration of Tu b'Shvat
Parents Discussion - Raising Jewish children in interfaith families
The Culture of Cochini Jews and an Indian Feast - Scholarly presentation and chef-prepared dinner
Check our calendar for current events.
Thu, June 8 2023
19 Sivan 5783
Upcoming Events
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Thursday ,
JunJune 8 , 2023
Thursday, Jun 8th 3:00p to 4:00p
Please join us as we sing a short song from the Psalms, sit for twenty minutes, walk for ten minutes, then sing another Hebrew song. Sometimes a brief discussion follows. Words to songs are supplied in Hebrew and transliteration. All are welcomed whatever your experience may be. We do not offer instructions or guided meditations. -
Friday ,
JunJune 9 , 2023
Friday, Jun 9th 1:30p to 3:00p
Mah Jongg is back! Join in on the fun with this beloved tile-based game. -
Friday ,
JunJune 9 , 2023
Friday, Jun 9th 6:00p to 7:30p
Alice Silverman, Tobie Weisman and Julia Ostrov invite you to join us for a special Singing Edition of 3 Blessings and a Potluck this Shabbat. After we bless and eat, we will sing! We will teach easy rounds, simple harmony chants, and songs by ear. We will choose from well known traditional Hebrew songs as well as contemporary pieces. We also invite you to bring any song you love to share and teach. We hope you will join us. -
Sunday ,
JunJune 11 , 2023
Sunday, Jun 11th 10:00a to 11:30a
Members of Beth Jacob are invited to come and meet at the synagogue for bagels, budgets, the Barasch award, board elections, and lots of reports from our various committees. It’s been a busy, productive year – come learn all about it. -
Tuesday ,
JunJune 13 , 2023
Tuesday, Jun 13th 9:30a to 10:30a
Join us for a weekly opportunity to chat and do a NYT's crossword puzzle together on Zoom.