On Jewish & Israeli Humor with Yair Nitzani
What sets Jewish humor apart from other styles of humor, and what connects Israeli humor to Jewish humor? Who are the pioneers of Israeli humor, and what makes Israel humor
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Learning Opportunities
Lunchtime Torah (Zoom)
Join Rabbi Zeff each week online via Zoom for study of the Torah portion and how the ancient rabbis understood it, based on Rabbi Reuven Hammer's A Year with the
Pirkei Avot Study (via Zoom)
Pirkei Avot is a rich collection of rabbinic sayings from the era of the Mishnah (around 0-200 CE). There is a tradition that, each Shabbat between Passover and Shavuot, we
Shavuot Fundamentals: Centre City Group Study w/ Rabbi Richman
Join the Germantown Jewish Centre City Group and Rabbi Richman for an exploration of "Shavuot Fundamentals," the underlying textual, historical, and traditional roots of the approaching holiday. To access via
Preparing for Shavuot with the Zohar
The Zohar, the heart of Kabbalah, is the source of the Tikkun Leil Shavuot, the all-night study session before we receive the Torah on Shavuot. In preparation for understanding what
Deciding to Save Refugees: American Universities’ Dilemma during the Nazi Era
The United States’ role in saving Europe’s intellectual elite from the Nazis is often told as a tale of triumph, which in many ways it was. America welcomed Albert Einstein
Virtual Art Beit Midrash (online or dial-in only via Zoom)
Online, Monday and Thursday mornings from 8:30-9:30 AM via Zoom. Song, learning, and creative practice all in one! Newspapers, magazines, anything from your recycling bin, or any art supplies you
Tikkun Leyl Shavuot: Connecting in a Fractured World
No matter where we find ourselves physically, the holiday of Shavuot connects us to each other and to our ancestors as we commemorate and relive revelation of Torah. This year,
Shavuot Day 1 Service
Rabbi Zeff will be leading the Shavuot Day 1 service from the Charry Sanctuary. If your practice allows, please tune in! To join with smartphone, computer, or tablet: Use this Zoom
Shabbat & Shavuot Day 2 Service with Yizkor & Memorial Plaque Dedication
Rabbi Zeff will be leading the Shavuot Day 2 service with Yizkor from the Charry Sanctuary this week, along with a Memorial Plaque Dedication. If your practice allows, please tune