From classics to modern hits, film has shaped Jewish identity and culture. This class explores key movies that influence perception, feature Jewish stories, and serve as cultural touchstones. Through clips and discussion, we’ll examine how cinema reflects and celebrates the Jewish experience. Instructor: Steve Glassman (Mr. G)
From the Leviathan to the Golem, Jewish tradition is rich with mythical beings that reveal deeper spiritual and ethical ideas. This class explores their origins in Tanakh, Midrash, and Kabbalah, uncovering their meaning and relevance. Join us as we dive into the mystical side of Judaism, where myth and meaning collide. Instructor: Chaim Zimmerman
From the Leviathan to the Golem, Jewish tradition is rich with mythical beings that reveal deeper spiritual and ethical ideas. This class explores their origins in Tanakh, Midrash, and Kabbalah, uncovering their meaning and relevance. Join us as we dive into the mystical side of Judaism, where myth and meaning collide. Instructor: Chaim Zimmerman
What allowed the Holocaust to happen? Explore the events and ideologies that led to history’s darkest moment and the stories of resilience, courage, and humanity that emerged in its wake. Uncover the lessons of empathy, moral responsibility, and remembrance—and how they guide us to build a more compassionate and just world today. Instructor: Steve Glassman
Based on the Book: Wise Aging Living with Joy, Resilience, & Spirit. This course will follow the wisdom in this popular resource for aging well. Fridays beginning January 10 through March 26 from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM.Cost: $140 Faculty: Anita Rabenowitz Sessions: January 10 January 24 February 1 February 21 March 7 March 14 […]
Based on the Book: Wise Aging Living with Joy, Resilience, & Spirit. This course will follow the wisdom in this popular resource for aging well. Fridays beginning January 10 through May 16 from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM. 14 ClassesCost: $280 Faculty: Nancy Pollinger No Sessions: January 24 January 31 February 21 April 11 April […]
Come study the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Aviva Funke, assistant director at the BJE. The weekly Torah portions in the Fall are some of the most familiar to us as they follow the lives of our Patriarchs and Matriarchs focusing on lessons that are relevant for our lives today. Mondays beginning January 9 through […]
What allowed the Holocaust to happen? Explore the events and ideologies that led to history’s darkest moment and the stories of resilience, courage, and humanity that emerged in its wake. Uncover the lessons of empathy, moral responsibility, and remembrance—and how they guide us to build a more compassionate and just world today. Instructor: Steve Glassman
What allowed the Holocaust to happen? Explore the events and ideologies that led to history’s darkest moment and the stories of resilience, courage, and humanity that emerged in its wake. Uncover the lessons of empathy, moral responsibility, and remembrance—and how they guide us to build a more compassionate and just world today. Instructor: Steve Glassman
What allowed the Holocaust to happen? Explore the events and ideologies that led to history’s darkest moment and the stories of resilience, courage, and humanity that emerged in its wake. Uncover the lessons of empathy, moral responsibility, and remembrance—and how they guide us to build a more compassionate and just world today. Instructor: Steve Glassman
Welcome to Folktale Kitchen, where the rich history of Jewish storytelling inspires the recipes we create! Each week, hear a timeless tale and bring it to life by cooking the foods woven into its story, blending tradition, flavor, and meaning. $30 materials fee Instructor: Chef Morgan
What allowed the Holocaust to happen? Explore the events and ideologies that led to history’s darkest moment and the stories of resilience, courage, and humanity that emerged in its wake. Uncover the lessons of empathy, moral responsibility, and remembrance—and how they guide us to build a more compassionate and just world today. Instructor: Steve Glassman
