Classes, Community Events, and Experiential Learning
At Temple Israel, we offer a diverse range of opportunities to deepen your Jewish learning and connect with others. From engaging classes on Jewish history, ethics, and spirituality to thought-provoking community events and hands-on experiences, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to explore new ideas, participate in creative workshops, or join cultural outings, these offerings are designed to enrich your Jewish journey and foster meaningful connections within our community.
Classes
Conflicts of Interest: The History of the Arab-Israeli/ Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Section 1
Date
March 15, 2026
Time
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM EDT
Engaging with conflicts is one of life’s defining challenges—particularly when faced with diverse histories, ideologies and narratives. Join us as...
The TI Yeshiva: Learn to Read the Talmud with Rabbi Suzie Jacobson
Date
March 17, 2026
Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
Debate with the rabbis and consider new perspectives on aspects of Jewish law with the Babylonian Talmud in this weekly online class led by Rabbi Suz...
Glitz! Glamor! and... Gefilte Fish? The Roller-Coaster History of Jews and Hollywood
Date
March 19, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT
This course explores the remarkable journey of Jewish innovators, moguls, and storytellers who helped shape Hollywood from its earliest days to the p...
Introduction to Judaism: Spring 2026
Date
March 19, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session onsite course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens. Over the cou...
Conflicts of Interest: The History of the Arab-Israeli/ Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Section 1
Date
March 22, 2026
Time
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM EDT
Engaging with conflicts is one of life’s defining challenges—particularly when faced with diverse histories, ideologies and narratives. Join us as...
Passover 101
Date
March 23, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT
Pesach (Passover) is when we gather together at the seder table to tell the Exodus story and celebrate liberation in the face of tyranny. But what ...
Glitz! Glamor! and... Gefilte Fish? The Roller-Coaster History of Jews and Hollywood
Date
March 26, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT
This course explores the remarkable journey of Jewish innovators, moguls, and storytellers who helped shape Hollywood from its earliest days to the p...
Introduction to Judaism: Spring 2026
Date
March 26, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session onsite course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens. Over the cou...
The TI Yeshiva: Learn to Read the Talmud with Rabbi Suzie Jacobson
Date
March 31, 2026
Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
Debate with the rabbis and consider new perspectives on aspects of Jewish law with the Babylonian Talmud in this weekly online class led by Rabbi Suz...
The TI Yeshiva: Learn to Read the Talmud with Rabbi Suzie Jacobson
Date
April 7, 2026
Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
Debate with the rabbis and consider new perspectives on aspects of Jewish law with the Babylonian Talmud in this weekly online class led by Rabbi Suz...
Modern Midrash: The Transformative Experiences of Exodus
Date
April 9, 2026
Time
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM EDT
In the world of Modern Midrash and through the study of the book of Exodus, we will encounter and uncover some of the lesser known stories of the impa...
The TI Yeshiva: Learn to Read the Talmud with Rabbi Suzie Jacobson
Date
April 14, 2026
Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
Debate with the rabbis and consider new perspectives on aspects of Jewish law with the Babylonian Talmud in this weekly online class led by Rabbi Suz...
Introduction to Judaism: Spring 2026
Date
April 16, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session onsite course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens. Over the cou...
The TI Yeshiva: Learn to Read the Talmud with Rabbi Suzie Jacobson
Date
April 21, 2026
Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
Debate with the rabbis and consider new perspectives on aspects of Jewish law with the Babylonian Talmud in this weekly online class led by Rabbi Suz...
A Taste of Judaism: April 2026
Date
April 21, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Explore traditional and modern Jewish sources in an accessible setting. Join us and discuss the ways Judaism can resonate in our daily lives. A Ta...
Introduction to Judaism: Spring 2026
Date
April 23, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session onsite course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens. Over the cou...
The TI Yeshiva: Learn to Read the Talmud with Rabbi Suzie Jacobson
Date
April 28, 2026
Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
Debate with the rabbis and consider new perspectives on aspects of Jewish law with the Babylonian Talmud in this weekly online class led by Rabbi Suz...
A Taste of Judaism: April 2026
Date
April 28, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Explore traditional and modern Jewish sources in an accessible setting. Join us and discuss the ways Judaism can resonate in our daily lives. A Ta...
Introduction to Judaism: Spring 2026
Date
April 30, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session onsite course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens. Over the cou...
The TI Yeshiva: Learn to Read the Talmud with Rabbi Suzie Jacobson
Date
May 5, 2026
Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
Debate with the rabbis and consider new perspectives on aspects of Jewish law with the Babylonian Talmud in this weekly online class led by Rabbi Suz...
Upcoming Community Events and Experiential Learning
Love and Longing: A Musical Exploration of The Varying Perspectives of Love and Longing Through The Eyes of Jewish Composers
Date
March 29, 2026
Time
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
Join us as pianist Lisa Weiss and soprano Michelle Ravitsky present an eclectic recital of art songs by Jewish composers, including Mendelssohn, Mahl...
Second Night Passover Seder: An Immersive Experience
Date
April 2, 2026
Time
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
We invite you to join us onsite at Temple Israel for a special Second Night Seder. Alongside a unique culinary journey, we will embark on a musical,...
Stepping Out 2026
Date
April 9, 2026
Time
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM EDT
For questions or to secure your sponsorships, please contact Emma Savitz at steppingout@tisrael.org Secure your tickets here! ...
Remembering the Holocaust: Stories from a Survivor, Jack Trompetter
Date
April 13, 2026
Time
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM EDT
Join us on April 13 for a special evening, beginning at 6:30 p.m. with a Yom HaShoah remembrance service led by Temple Israel Clergy as we commemorat...
The Future is Peace: A Conversation with Maoz Inon and Aziz Abu Sarah
Date
April 27, 2026
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
What does it mean to choose peace in the aftermath of profound loss? Join the Center for Adult Jewish Learning for an extraordinary evening with...
Tikkun Zoom Shavuot: 25 Hours of Online Learning
Date
May 21, 2026
Time
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
Online learning sessions will start at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 21 and run through 6:00 p.m. on Friday, May 22. On Shavuot we go big, celebrat...
Tikkun Zoom Shavuot: 25 Hours of Online Learning
Date
June 10, 2027
Time
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
Online learning sessions will start at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 10 and run through 6:00 p.m. on Friday, June 11. On Shavuot we go big, celebr...
Missed a recent CAJL program? Watch it on our Youtube channel
Recordings of select CAJL programs are available on our Youtube channel in the CAJL playlist.