INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH LEARNING and LIVING

Nuggets of Wisdom: Sunday/Monday/Thursday mornings immediately after Minyan with Rabbi Glazer & Halina Rubinstein (Rabbinic Intern)

Join us for an ongoing study of classic Jewish texts. An inspiring way to start your day by reflecting on the wisdom of tradition. Following Morning Minyan: Mondays/Thursdays and Sundays.


Jewish Values and Identity in the Short Story: (Thursdays from 11:00am-12 Noon) with Marsha Wagner

Please join our group of enthusiastic congregants as we read and discuss the vast genre of the Jewish Short Story from Shalom Aleichem to Amoz Oz. Stories for the class will be available in the office one week prior and online on the JCCH website. Follow the “Study” link, then go to “Adult Education” and then “Short Stories”. Classes will begin on a weekly basis starting October 25, November 1, 8, 15, 29, December 6, 13, 20, January 3,10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 28, March 6, 13, 27, April 3, 10, 17.


Walking with God: Lunchtime Learning in Westchester with Rabbi Glazer (Thursdays at 12:15 pm) (Bring your own lunch, coffee and dessert provided)

If life is a journey, then why not make every step count? Tradition teaches, “In every step along the way, know God.” But do we really know God? If so, how then do we walk with God? How have our ancestors taken that walk? How will our descendents talk that walk? We will integrate open-minded and critical study that can energize faith attained without blinders. All levels and seekers welcome. Handouts provided. October 25, November 1, 8, 15, 29, December 6, 13, 20, January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, February 28, March 6, 13, 27, April 3, 10, 17.


Walking with God: Lunch and Learn in Manhattan : (Tuesdays – 12 -1:30pm)

Walking with God (see above description of Lunchtime Learning in Westchester ). Kosher lunch will be provided. The group meets at the offices of GoldenTree Asset Management, 300 Park Avenue , 21st Floor, New York City. Dates are: October 9, November 20, March 18, May 13.


On the J Lot with Rabbi Glazer - (7:00-8:30pm - Ages 14-17)

Inspired by On the Lot, a reality T.V. show for undiscovered filmmakers, young adults with inquiring minds are invited to be part of an exploration of our Jewish identity through film. Have you ever wondered whether a Jew must believe anything to be a Jew or pondered any other myriad of questions about the bottom line of Jewish identity? In order to be eligible for participation in On the Lot, I ask that you read these two books: Sacred Fragments by Neil Gillman and Must a Jew Believe Anything? by Menachem Kellner. These readings will form the framework of the documentary script we will be writing, shooting, directing and editing together.


Tuesdays, October 30, January 15, February 26, March 25. Florence Melton Adult Mini- School (Adult B’nai Mitzvah) Monday mornings 9:30-11:45am – October 15, 2007 – June 23, 2008

The Florence Melton Adult Mini-School of Westchester provides a setting where Jewish adults of all denominations and educational backgrounds explore the core of Jewish practices and beliefs, where you’re “why” questions about Judaism will find answers. The Melton Mini-School offers a two-year course of study in weekly classes leading to a Certificate of Completion from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Cost for the 30 week/60 hour year is $780. Payment plans are available. For details call the Melton School at 914-328-8090 ext. 204 or e-mail westchester@fmams.org.il. This serves as the core of our Adult B’nai Mitzvah program along with Hebrew Literacy (see below).


College Outreach: Sushi with Rabbi Glazer (Wednesday evening, November 21, 2007)

Reunite and schmooz about campus life, current events together with other college students as everyone returns for Thanksgiving weekend at Eden Wok Kosher Chinese & Sushi, 1327 North Avenue, New Rochelle, New York 10804 (914) 637-9363.


Plunging Into the Parasha: Your Morning Matrix Refresher. Saturday mornings before services with Rabbi Glazer (Library) 8:45-9:15am

Discover how the weekly parasha is our spiritual matrix. Unfortunately, no one can be told what the Matrix is. You have to see it for yourself. Explore a variety of insights that will refresh your spiritual life and see how deep the rabbit hole opens when you begin with a bit of Scripture. All levels and seekers welcome, beginning September 8th-mid June 14th.


Rabbi Shargel’s Series (T/B/A/)

Share in Rabbi Shargel’s wealth of knowledge, both Jewish and cinematic, as he discusses three films for us in February. Each film will enlighten us and add to our own knowledge of how Jews and Jewish themes are presented in films. Dates: Films to be announced.


Judaism by Choice (A Conversion Course) Tuesdays at 7:15 – 8:15pm. Co-taught by Rabbi Glazer & Halina Rubinstein (Rabbinic Intern)

What do Abraham, Jethro, Rahav and Ruth have in common? They were some of the first pioneering spirits ready to change the world by choosing Judaism. Have you ever wondered what your life would be like by choosing Judaism? This introduction to Judaism is a comprehensive 20 week course that opens a way of life to all who seek it. From the historical, cultural, religious, ethnic, aesthetic and mystical sides, Judaism has much to offer---the choice is yours! All levels and seekers welcome.

Sponsorship by a rabbi for conversion studies recommended. October 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20, 27, December 4, 11, January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 26, March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15.


Gender and Rabbinics With Halina Rubinstein (Rabbinic Intern) 4 Tuesdays from 8:15-9:15pm (fall/spring)

Explore how the rabbis understood gender and sexuality and how their beliefs about the body, the spirit, and its tensions were expressed in Talmudic and Midrashic writings. 10/ 23-11/13, 2007; 03/11-04/1, 2008.

Club Wednesday l (Wednesdays at 12 Noon)

Club Wednesday is an afternoon program for adults at leisure. We get together once a month for lunch and an educational, interesting and stimulating program. Outside speakers are featured as well as our own congregants sharing their personal histories, travels, businesses or special expertise, and even movies with a discussion afterwards. Current events discussion led by Shari Baum, MSW, before lunch. All are welcome. Wednesday, November 7th, December 5th, January 2nd, February 6th, March 5th, April 2nd, May 7th.


Reishith Binah - Hebrew Literacy Program –Wednesdays for 5 sessions, 7:00 – 8:30pm led by Anna Eldred

Ever wonder how to get more out of prayer and the poetry of Jewish Life? The key you’re seeking is Hebrew. This five week course in Adult Beginners Hebrew will focus on the teaching of the Hebrew alphabet and basic reading skills to Jews with little or no background in Hebrew. 10/17, 24; 11/ 7, 14, 21.


JCCH Book Club l (Sundays from 7:30 to 9:00pm)

Share views and thoughts on four books chosen by the group. Discussions are led by a volunteer participant for each book. All are most welcome to join for any one (or more!) of our meetings. 10/7, 12/16, 2/3, 4/6, 6/1.


Share -A- Shabbat (Four Fridays at 6:30pm) with Rabbi Glazer

Come and share Shabbat with your children ages 3-6. This special Friday night services with music and singing and dancing just for our youngest congregation members and their parents. Join the Rabbi and guests as we sing, pray and share the spirit of Shabbat with our children. *11/02, 2007; *01/ 08, * 03/07, *05/09, 2008.

*Dinner will be served at 5:30 prior to the service.


Experience like never before! WORK-STUDY MISSION & FAMILY TRIP

Feb. 7-14/08 “I: From Zion Comes Forth Torah” (Isaiah 2:3)
Week 1: Work-Study mission based in Jerusalem . Join this intensive mission for adults only. Basing ourselves at the Conservative Yeshiva [CY], while staying at the new Sheraton Plaza Hotel, we will experience like never before. Immersing ourselves in the land, the language and the people, we will experience mornings with prayer and study at CY with diverse faculty and students, afternoons dedicated to critical social action projects across Jerusalem, and evenings immersed in the finest food and nightlife that Jerusalem and Tel Aviv have to offer. Approximate cost: Starting at $2595. Air $1,000, Land $1595.

Feb. 14-21/08 “II: Arise, Travel Throughout The Land” (Gen. 73:17)
Week 2: Family tour exploring history of Jewish life mixed with contemporary Masorti communities in . See how our brothers and sisters in are building vibrant communities and develop a deeper connection of the Diaspora with Israeli Jewry. Ideal for upcoming b’nai mitzvah families. Approximate cost: Starting at $3,015. Air $1,220, Land $ 1,795. Contact Howard Adler AdlerHo@friedfrank.com or Charlotte Siegel at ext. 105.