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Adult Education at OT includes classes, lectures, and seminars that enrich the Jewish culture of our adult members. We invite you to check out our ongoing and upcoming classes, and special events below.

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Ongoing Classes

OT offers adult programs throughout the year. There is no fee unless specified. New students are welcome to join most continuing classes at any time.

Mishnah Study with Rabbi Kalender, Wednesdays, 9:15-10:15am in-person at OT. Gather each Wednesday morning beginning November 30, 2022, to discuss the first Jewish law code. Join this lively group as we consider this core text for Jewish ethics, ritual, and theology. No prior knowledge necessary, and the English translation is provided. New students are welcome to join at any time throughout the year. In 5783/2022 we will begin studying Pirkei Avot. Email Erin Dreyfuss to be added to the class list.

Torah Study Lunch and Learn, Thursdays, 12:00pm. Join us on Thursdays for a weekly lunch and learn Torah study to supplement your Shabbat observance. Email Erin Dreyfuss to be added to the class list.

Talmud Study with Rabbi Bedo, Fridays, 10:00am in-person at OT. Join Rabbi Bedo to study this rabbinic conversation across the ages. All levels welcome to join at any time throughout the year. We will primarily learn text in English. Email Rabbi Bedo to be added to the class list.

Rosh Chodesh Singing Circle, every Rosh Chodesh after evening minyan. Join Rabbi Bedo after minyan to sing new melodies for each new month. Check the calendar and announcements each month to confirm the singing circle date.

ScholarStream 5783, series August 2022-May 2023 on Zoom. We are excited to sponsor the Conservative Movement's ScholarStream learning opportunities throughout 5783. Scholarstream 5783 features seven series from August 2022 through May 2023. Check out all the fantastic classes throughout the year and register here. To register for free, enter the case-sensitive coupon code OlamTikvah5783 under Event Fees, then click Apply.

Short Story Series, Tuesdays, 11:00am-12:00pm on Zoom. This class meets semi-regularly on Zoom for lively literary discussions without committing to read a novel. See our upcoming dates and register here.

Upcoming Classes

Liturgical Innovations: Can We Change the Siddur? Wednesdays, February 22, March 1 & March 8, 7:30pm. Join Rabbi Bedo to take a closer look at liturgical changes that have happened in the siddur, such as the additions of prayer for a country/secular government, or adding the Imahot to the Amidah. This class will both look at historical examples, as well as consider what are the conditions, circumstances, and rules (halachot) that allow us to shift the liturgy? When, if at all, is it necessary to add or change traditional prayer? Register here.

Book Discussion: To Heal a Fractured World, Sunday, April 30, 6:30pm. Explore the balance of freedom and responsibility in our lives with Rabbi Kalender as we discuss Rabbi Jonathan Sacks book, To Heal a Fractured World. Register here.