January 13, 2026 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – When many people think about the founders of Israel, they picture Herzl, Ben-Gurion, and the kibbutzim. But the story is much older and far more diverse than we’ve been taught. Long before Herzl, there were early Zionists—Sephardic, Mizrahi, and Middle Eastern Jews whose ideas, leadership, and longing for Zion shaped Jewish history in profound ways. […]
January 15, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm – “Ad me’ah v’esrim! עד מאה ועשרים ” (until 120) is a common Jewish birthday wish – and it is as much about living well as living long. Join us to explore texts that focus on celebrating our continuing journey. Register Here
January 19, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm – We will explore the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and hate crime legislation passed in 1996. To this day, we continue to wrestle with issues related to discrimination and mutual respect for all. Register Here
January 20, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Join us to celebrate Rosh Chodesh Shevat, a time of transition from winter to spring in Israel. Shevat is associated with gratitude for nature’s bounty and responsibility towards nature and the environment. Register Here
January 27, 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm – In an era where Zionism is increasingly framed as a political ideology, its role as a modern expression of Jewish peoplehood can become less visible. When Zionism is taught as partisan politics, students and communities cannot recognize antizionism for what it truly represents, an attack on Jewish identity and legitimacy. In this interview, Dr. Naya […]
February 2, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Many of the Mussar masters taught how important equanimity was to the cultivation of a spiritual life. This middah is called menuchat ha-nefesh מנוחת הנפש in Hebrew, literally “rest of the soul.” It is important to the cultivation of a spiritual life. Register Here
February 9, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm – We will explore different forms of antisemitism and bias perpetrated towards Jewish people in America from the 1990s to today, and examine the reasons given for it – including actual or perceived support for Israel and Zionism. Register Here
February 10, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Join us for connection and conversation around Jewish family traditions, building strong relationships, intergenerational wisdom, and meaningful connections with grandchildren. Each month, you will receive conversation starters, games, recipes, and fun for grandchildren of all ages! Register Here
February 11, 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Jewish and pro-Israel students are facing unprecedented hostility and hate while trying to live openly and proudly on campus. This session explores how antisemitism is showing up across academic, social, and public spaces on college campuses and offers attendees concrete action steps to support students, combat antisemitism, and help foster environments where Jewish life can […]
February 17, 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Join us to welcome Adar, the month in which Purim takes place, a time of celebration, laughter, and happiness! Adar is the last month that the Israelites spent in slavery in Egypt, and serves as a lead-in to the miracles of Passover. It is considered a month of miracles. Register Here
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