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Hillsiders Presents – Tel Gezer: At the Crossroads of Ancient History of the Land
December 6, 2021
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Join seasoned tour guide, Yoram Preminger for a virtual presentation of Israel…Tel Gezer is an archeological site located between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. What made Tel Gezer play such an important role in the land in ancient times? The Canaanites, King Solomon, The Maccabees, among others, controlled it. We’ll visit and explore remnants from those three periods. This will help us paint a picture of life and culture in Gezer in those times. We’ll see how some of the findings…
The Rest is Commentary – Now Go and Learn It
December 6, 2021
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The Weekly Torah Portion through the Lens of Classic Interpretation. In person at Beth Jacob or virtually on Zoom. Taught by Rabbi Adam Rubin zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89245456129
Torah and Mindfulness through the Lens of Hasidic Masters
December 7, 2021
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Join us for lively discussion, rich text study, and compelling analysis. As we come to each Torah portion each year, we find new inspiration, new meanings, and new connections with the text. We use materials that enable us to access the depth and richness of Hasidic spirituality presented in contemporary terms. Our texts (in English) are the comments of a Hasidic master on the Torah portion, and its extension based in mindfulness practice and Jewish spirituality. Time: Tuesdays, 8:30 – 9:45…
Audition – Janet Langhart Cohen’s Anne & Emmett
December 7, 2021
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DATE: Tuesday, December 7, 2021 TIME: 4:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. LOCATION: YPC – 641 Fairview Avenue N, St Paul, MN 55104 SHOW RUNS: February 11 – 27, 2022 Appointment Only. Call 612-623-9180 or online – youthperformanceco.org/auditions Please prepare a one minute dramatic monologue Please bring headshot or photo and resume’ Non-stipend positions. CASTING: Anne Frank (Young Jewish girl – look 15 years old) Emmett Till (Young Black boy – look 14 years old) Otto Frank (Anne’s…
Early Childhood Jewish Family Education
December 7, 2021
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Join this in-person parent/child infant and toddler class for connection, reflection, and support from your Adath community. This hour-long class will provide discussion around child development, parenting and more with a licensed parenting educator from Hopkins Public Schools’ Early Childhood programs. All siblings are welcome and on-site childcare will be provided. Located at Adath. 5:00 pm dairy/vegetarian dinner for the children 5:30-6:30 pm class – on-site childcare provided Cost: $70 – if cost is a barrier, please contact Jenifer Robins…
Grief Support Group
December 8, 2021
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Jewish Family Service of St. Paul, in partnership with Sholom Home, facilitates a grief support group.
Beyond Torah Study
December 9, 2021
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Have you ever wondered what is contained in the rest of the Tanach, our Hebrew Bible? Our weekly “Beyond Torah Study” session focuses on what comes after the Five Books of Moses.. Join fellow Bet Shalom members to study the rest of the story together. This community of learners studies Biblical themes, history, content, and context. No experience is necessary, and you are welcome to join the group at any time. Join us in via Zoom. If you would like…
Torah Study
December 9, 2021
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Join our clergy and fellow members of Bet Shalom to discuss this week’s Torah portion! All are welcome and encouraged to participate. No experience is necessary. Join us via Zoom. If you would like the Zoom link or have questions, email [email protected]
Pirkei Avot: Ancient Rabbinic Wisdom for Today’s World
December 10, 2021
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The imperative to live life from your true self, as the image and likeness of God, flowers in the words of the early Rabbis (250 BCE–250 CE), who captured God’s call to be holy in Pirke Avot, a collection of pithy sayings on how best to live an ethical life. Come study this ancient work with much to say to our lives today. Location: Online via Zoom Meeting ID: 829 9714 3476 Passcode: 267311 Teacher: Sara Lynn Newberger Drop in; no experience…
Or Emet to host Humanistic Shabbat service, program featuring Lea Kalisch
December 11, 2021
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Join Or Emet for a shabbat service and program featuring professional Yiddish theater performer Lea Kalisch, also known as the shtreimel (fur hat) girl. She creates multicultural, multilingual art that blends Yiddishkayt with Latino flavor and New York swag. She believes that each of us can embrace multiple cultures and disparate passions. Kalisch, quoting her beloved Yiddish, says “Men ken nisht tantsn af zvey khasenes mit eyn tukhes!” which translates to “You can’t dance at two weddings with one butt,”…