Adult Learning for You

This year, we are excited to bring forward a program filled with options for study of Jewish practice and identity, history, and culture; a variety of book-reading groups, creative arts and crafts, Jewish movies, and group travel. We hope you will find one or more activities that will be both engaging and rewarding. We urge you to come and share, read and think together and deepen both your personal connections with others as well as with the Jewish tradition. 

Wishing all a shana tova and a meaningful year of learning and togetherness.

Cliff Wilcox, PhD
Director of Education and Operations

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Jewish Studies: Lecture of the Month

The Architecture of Hashem: Temple to Synagogue

Our lecture this month will consider such questions as how did synagogues emerge after destruction of the Second Temple? What rituals and architectural elements came to be preserved and what was invented new? In short, what can historical examination tell us regarding what elements in a synagogue have been deemed essential? Please join us for a fascinating lecture and discussion on a topic very close to home.

Our speaker Christine Maasdam holds a Master in Humanities and B.A. in cultural geography. Her art studies in the Courtauld Institute of Art in London.

RESCHEDULED DATE

Thursday, December 5, 2024, 7:00-8:15 pm, Zoom
$5 Temple Beth Torah Members; $8 Non-Members

Register on ShulCloud

If you prefer, you may register by calling the TBT Office at 805-647-4181

 

Short Story Discussion

Saturday, November 23, 12:30-1:30 p.m.,
TBT Library
Discussion led by Deborah Pollack

“Displaced Persons”
by Joan Leeganta  

An enlightened exploration of the variety of immigrants who make up the state of Israel. 

Copies of the story are available outside the TBT office or may be downloaded.  The text of the story is available here. 

Please bring a contribution to our dairy potluck lunch

 

Shabbat Book Discussion

Saturday, December 14, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
TBT Library
Led by Alan Kirschbaum

On the Move: A Life
by Oliver Sacks
 
Long before becoming the bestselling author of The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, Oliver Sacks was a small English boy fascinated by metals, chemical reactions, photography, and more. In this charming memoir, he shares his passion for science and the quirky, challenging childhood that nurtured it.
 
Please bring a contribution to our dairy potluck lunch. 

 

Qigong Classes

Led by Fredda Leiter
Tuesdays, 9:00-10:00 a.m., Meister Hall
Continuing

Qigong is a form of mind-body exercise. Qi means energy and gong means to cultivate.

Fredda has practiced Qigong and Taiichi since 2012, has trained in the discipline extensively and intensively, and has taught classes in person and on Zoom since 2015.

She has found that Qigong is a wonderful way to improve strength, flexibility, and balance, as well as enhancing breathing. The discipline helps students to feel grounded and keeps their minds active and sharp. It’s also a nice way to spend time with other people!

The goal is all gain and no pain. Your safety and comfort are important….and most important is to smile and have fun!

To participate, you must be able to stand for about 30 minutes; we will also be seated for part of the time. Please wear sneakers or other comfortable shoes and bring water.

There is a waiver to sign; you can find this online or in the TBT office. Please bring the signed form to the first class.

Looking forward to practicing with you!