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We offer a variety of opportunities to engage with the community through guest speakers and classes. In addition, we co-sponsor Endless Opportunities, a community based program offering a variety of activities tailored for Jewish adults ages 60+ which take place throughout the Seattle area. We look forward to seeing you at our ongoing adult education events.

Upcoming Adult Education Programs

All Events
  • Tuesday ,
    MayMay  7 , 2024
     
     
    Adult B'Mitzvah Class

    Tuesday, May 7th 6:00p to 6:45p
    Everyone over the age of 13 is a “child of the commandments,” a B’Mitzvah. But there are many who did not have the in-depth study or the opportunity to read from the Torah at that young age. Join this year’s Adult B’Mitzvah cohort to deepen your Jewish learning, get to know a group of TBT members better and culminate the year in chanting from the Torah in a special Shabbat ceremony.

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  • Tuesday ,
    MayMay  7 , 2024
     
     
    Beginning Hebrew Class

    Tuesday, May 7th 7:00p to 8:00p
    An introductory class for adults who want to learn Hebrew from scratch. Whether you forgot the Hebrew you learned as a child or you're new to the language, this class is for you. In just ten sessions, you'll learn how to decode letters and vowels, and soon move on to reading Hebrew prayers.

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  • Thursday ,
    MayMay  9 , 2024
     
     
    Lunchtime Talmud Study

    Thursday, May 9th 12:00p to 1:00p
    Delve into the amazing world of the Talmud, one of our ancient rabbinic texts. No Talmud experience necessary, this class is for everyone. Come every week or drop in when you can.

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  • Monday ,
    MayMay  13 , 2024
     
     
    (Re) Introduction to Judaism Course

    Monday, May 13th 7:00p to 8:30p
    Taught by Rabbi Nemitoff and designed for those who want a “refresher” on their faith and traditions, for those who are exploring Judaism, those in interfaith relationships, as well as neighbors/friends who just want to learn.

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  • Thursday ,
    MayMay  16 , 2024
     
     
    Lunchtime Talmud Study

    Thursday, May 16th 12:00p to 1:00p
    Delve into the amazing world of the Talmud, one of our ancient rabbinic texts. No Talmud experience necessary, this class is for everyone. Come every week or drop in when you can.

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  • Thursday ,
    MayMay  16 , 2024
     
     
    (Re) Introduction to Judaism Course

    Thursday, May 16th 7:00p to 8:30p
    Taught by Rabbi Nemitoff and designed for those who want a “refresher” on their faith and traditions, for those who are exploring Judaism, those in interfaith relationships, as well as neighbors/friends who just want to learn.

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  • Monday ,
    MayMay  20 , 2024
     
     
    (Re) Introduction to Judaism Course

    Monday, May 20th 7:00p to 8:30p
    Taught by Rabbi Nemitoff and designed for those who want a “refresher” on their faith and traditions, for those who are exploring Judaism, those in interfaith relationships, as well as neighbors/friends who just want to learn.

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  • Tuesday ,
    MayMay  21 , 2024
     
     
    Adult B'Mitzvah Class

    Tuesday, May 21st 6:00p to 6:45p
    Everyone over the age of 13 is a “child of the commandments,” a B’Mitzvah. But there are many who did not have the in-depth study or the opportunity to read from the Torah at that young age. Join this year’s Adult B’Mitzvah cohort to deepen your Jewish learning, get to know a group of TBT members better and culminate the year in chanting from the Torah in a special Shabbat ceremony.

    MORE INFO

  • Tuesday ,
    MayMay  21 , 2024
     
     
    Beginning Hebrew Class

    Tuesday, May 21st 7:00p to 8:00p
    An introductory class for adults who want to learn Hebrew from scratch. Whether you forgot the Hebrew you learned as a child or you're new to the language, this class is for you. In just ten sessions, you'll learn how to decode letters and vowels, and soon move on to reading Hebrew prayers.

    MORE INFO

  • Tuesday ,
    MayMay  21 , 2024
     
     
    Literary Circle with Rabbi Nemitoff: Navigating Faith & Belief with "As A Driven Leaf"

    Tuesday, May 21st 7:30p to 8:30p
    For our second literary session, we'll explore "As A Driven Leaf," a work of historical fiction set in 1st century Israel that focuses on faith and the belief in God. Join Rabbi Nemitoff as we delve into what happens when we find faith, when we lose faith…and how we/others react to this journey. This book is a valuable read for anyone seeking a richer understanding of Judaism.

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Ongoing Adult Education Programs

Lunchtime Talmud Study
Thursdays, 12pm - 1pm

Let's delve into the world of Talmud together over lunch! No Talmud experience necessary - this class is for everyone as we study using Adin Steinsaltz's accessible translation and relevant commentary. Check the weekly email for the Zoom link or email Rabbi Molly Weisel.

Lay-Led Torah Study
Saturdays, 9:00am - 10:00am

Join our virtual weekly lay-led Torah study for substantive conversation about the weekly Torah portion. Check the weekly email for the Zoom link or email contact@templebnaitorah.org.

Past Adult Education Programs

Join this discussion, sponsored by TBT's Sisterhood, about the miniseries Unorthodox, the story of a Hasidic woman in Brooklyn who runs away to Berlin to find new freedom. Watch the first episode on Netflix ahead of time and then gather for the discussion.

Ever since the Torah has been our core text there have been efforts to provide deeper insights into its meaning. Join Rabbi Mirel and explore how Midrash delves into the mysteries of Torah.

Ira Glass of This American Life says, “Great stories happen to people who know how to tell them.” Do you want to get better at captivating listeners? Whether you want to tell your story at the synagogue's Passover show on March 28 (more details on that coming soon), in a business meeting or college interview, or at the family table, professional storyteller Terry Wolfisch Cole of Tell Me Another will teach you the Moth-style skills you need to engage any audience.

The next Jewish History Chavurah discussion will be about Life in a Jar: The Irena Sendler Project by Jack Mayer. During World War II, Irena Sendler, a Polish Catholic social worker, organized a rescue network of fellow social workers to save 2,500 Jewish children from certain death in the Warsaw ghetto. Incredibly, after the war her heroism, like that of many others, was suppressed by communist Poland and remained virtually unknown for 60 years. Unknown, that is, until three high school girls from an economically depressed, rural school district in southeast Kansas stumbled upon a tantalizing reference to Sendler's rescues, which they fashioned into a history project, a play they called Life in a Jar.

Morning Blessings
Start your Tuesday mornings with a blessing! Each week, we'll spend a little time learning about one of the blessings in our morning service and then we'll conclude by singing that blessing together.

Fri, April 26 2024 18 Nisan 5784