Temple Beth David's free Sunday-morning programs combine socializing with presentations on diverse topics. Enjoy a bagel and coffee while learning from the extraordinary expertise of our members and others.

Nosh & 'Drash Sundays:
Sep. 25 9:00 am (Rosen) Nov. 6 9:00 am (Beit Simcha)
Oct. 16 11:15 am (Rosen) Nov. 20 11:15 am (Beit Simcha)

Join Rabbi Kummer on September 10 - Saturday 2:00 - 6:30 pm for More Great Stories of the Talmud! Jump back into exploring the Talmud during an afternoon with some of the most classic Jewish stories. Rabbi Kummer taught a well-received series last spring and now will again share her fascination with aggadah and the many compelling rulings and teachings derived from them. Participants gain Jewish literacy learning some of these foundational stories and rulings. Snack break included, ending in potluck supper with guests and spouses invited. No prior experience or Hebrew required. (Part of the ongoing Talmud Study Seminar) $40 Fee

NEW - Beginning Hebrew with congregant, Debby Elk

First Class Oct 23, 30, Nov 6, 13, Dec 11, 18, Jan 8, 22, 29, Feb 10 Sundays 9:00 am

This series teaches the alphabet - aleph-bet - and how to read simple Hebrew.

Exact dates and times to be determined by the class ,Prayerbook Hebrew may follow. Fee.

Join us to learn about the latest Reform prayerbook, Mishkan Tefillah, as we consider its adoption by Temple Beth David. Twor programs are co-sponsored by Brotherhood, Religious Practices and Adult Education.

“New Prayerbooks: Why Then? Why Now?" - A consideration of the philosophical and practical motivations for liturgical change. Brotherhood Breakfast, October 23rd at 9:00 am.

“Mishkan Tefillah: What's the Same? What's New?" - A look at specific aspects of the new siddur. October 30 at 9:00 am

TBD will be the site of two very special Hebrew College classes this coming year.

Beginning in late October on Sunday mornings, Ikkarim (Values) is a 10 week journey for parents of children from birth to age 12 to explore core values that can strengthen your family and to learn with expert instructors who understand your concerns as parents.
Past participants have said, "Ikkarim enabled me to slow down and think about how I want to raise my child"
and
“Our discussions afforded me a view into other parents' lives - I wasn't alone in searching for answers to my kid's questions."

Beginning in January, Parenting Your Jewish Teen...Through a Jewish Lens,will be offered on Wednesday evenings. The practical and emotional challenges of raising a teen in today's world often seem overwhelming. This eight-session program enables parents to address these challenges with an expert facilitator and empowers parents of teens to embrace their changing roles, navigate murky waters and enjoy (!) their adolescents' journey to adulthood. We are excited to be one of only 5 sites for this class.

Participants are welcome from all backgrounds, faith traditions and family structures.

Ikkarim - provided by Hebrew College, Sundays: 9:15-10:45 am, First Class Oct 23, 30; Nov 13, 20; Dec 18; Jan 8, 22, 29; Feb 5, 12

A 10-week inspirational journey through Jewish sources of wisdom for parents of newborns to 12-year olds.

Tuition $145 per person; $240 per couple. Free on-site babysitting.

Parenting Your Jewish Teen classes will take place on Wednesday evenings, beginning in January/February, time to be determined. Tuition is $155 per person; $275 per couple.

For more information or to register contact Elisha Gechter at 617-559-8733 or egechter@hebrewcollege.edu.

November 20 - Sunday 9:00 am This class follows the series Rabbi Wildstein taught last year on Issues and Jewish Perspectives concerning Death. No pre-requisites.

Limud Institute is an offering of three different three session courses offered on Sunday mornings. Dates coming soon!

Me'ah is a two-year intensive adult Jewish learning program of Hebrew College and Combined Jewish Philanthropies' Commission on Jewish Learning & Engagement. The course offers a unique opportunity to embark on a journey of Jewish learning in the company of peers, guided by some of the finest teachers and scholars in the field of Jewish studies.

Temple Beth David's Adult Education Committee and the Meah Gimel Task Force is delighted to report that we have a full Me'ah Class for 5771-5772 (2010-2012). We have dubbed this class "Meah Gimel" in recognition of the fact that this is the third time our congregation has offered this marvelous program.  The class consists mostly of congregants who are taking Meah for the first time, along with congregants who were members of Meah Aleph or Bet, and also some folks who are not members but are glad to take the course at Temple Beth David.