Adult Education
Adult Education
Adult Education programs are a strong factor in community learning at Congregation Har Shalom. We value the continued growth of our congregants and the greater Jewish community, this value being directly reflected in the varied and flexible learning options offered directly through the synagogue and through community partners. Find your next great learning opportunity in in the catalog below and get signed up through our simple online registration process.
Classes
Minha, Torah Study, Ma’ariv Study Group
Every Shabbat, 15 minutes before candle-lighting time for the previous day
Since 1990, Har Shalom congregants have celebrated the end of Shabbat with a lay-led Minha-Torah Study, Ma’ariv, Havdalah Study Group. This 90-minute service includes 30 to 40 minutes of learning on the weekly Torah portion or the prayers and their meanings. Dr. Stan Siegel and other congregants and clergy members have led the teaching and discussion. Come discover this gem of learning at Har Shalom – twenty-six years in the making.
Shabbat Torah Study
Every Shabbat at 12:40 pm
Join lay-leaders for this popular, long-standing Torah discussion group. No Hebrew knowledge or previous Torah study is necessary; just an interest in looking at Torah text and discussing it with other members of the Har Shalom community.
Mishna Study with Hazzan Ozur Bass
Wednesdays at 10:30 am
Mishna Beytsa, also known as the Mishna for Yom Tov, discusses the minutae of the laws for the holidays, including Shavuot, Pesah, and Sukkot. Newcomers are always welcome, no RSVP necessary.
Tenth Chapter, Tractate Pesachim
Wednesdays at 8 pm
Explore the Talmud and its lessons with Rabbi Raskin. This perennial favorite has been around for over a decade. New students to Talmud Study always welcome! Explore the sources created by the Sages.
Adult Education Calendar
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 24 , 2021Hebrew Reading Crash Course with Rabbi Raskin
Sunday, Jan 24th 10:00a
This course assumes no prior knowledge of Hebrew reading and is free to all. Please email Leslie (leslie@harshalom.org) if you're interested. -
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 26 , 2021Torah Study Group
Tuesday, Jan 26th 8:00p to 9:00p
We Zoom-meet every Tuesday evening (8 pm) using the following static link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3372482453?pwd=Q0xxdnJuZjJPeVRtcnVNc2lWcTJ5Zz09 We are now studying the Book of Haggai the Prophet. -
Sunday ,
JanJanuary 31 , 2021Hebrew Reading Crash Course with Rabbi Raskin
Sunday, Jan 31st 10:00a
This course assumes no prior knowledge of Hebrew reading and is free to all. Please email Leslie (leslie@harshalom.org) if you're interested. -
Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 2 , 2021Torah Study Group
Tuesday, Feb 2nd 8:00p to 9:00p
We Zoom-meet every Tuesday evening (8 pm) using the following static link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3372482453?pwd=Q0xxdnJuZjJPeVRtcnVNc2lWcTJ5Zz09 We are now studying the Book of Haggai the Prophet. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 3 , 2021Unmasking Esther; Re-reading the Book of Esther with Adult Eyes
Wednesday, Feb 3rd 12:00p
Join Rabbi Raskin for this 3-part series leading up to Purim. -
Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 9 , 2021Torah Study Group
Tuesday, Feb 9th 8:00p to 9:00p
We Zoom-meet every Tuesday evening (8 pm) using the following static link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3372482453?pwd=Q0xxdnJuZjJPeVRtcnVNc2lWcTJ5Zz09 We are now studying the Book of Haggai the Prophet. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 10 , 2021Unmasking Esther; Re-reading the Book of Esther with Adult Eyes
Wednesday, Feb 10th 12:00p
Join Rabbi Raskin for this 3-part series leading up to Purim. -
Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 16 , 2021Torah Study Group
Tuesday, Feb 16th 8:00p to 9:00p
We Zoom-meet every Tuesday evening (8 pm) using the following static link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3372482453?pwd=Q0xxdnJuZjJPeVRtcnVNc2lWcTJ5Zz09 We are now studying the Book of Haggai the Prophet. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 17 , 2021Unmasking Esther; Re-reading the Book of Esther with Adult Eyes
Wednesday, Feb 17th 12:00p
Join Rabbi Raskin for this 3-part series leading up to Purim. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 17 , 2021Jesus and Judaism: Why the Connection Matters
Wednesday, Feb 17th 7:30p to 9:00p
Presented by the Haberman Institute for Jewish Studies with Dr. Amy-Jill Levine. -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 20 , 2021Morris and Lillian Cahan Weekend of Learning
Shabbat, Feb 20th 12:00p to Sunday, Feb 21st 11:00p
We are excited to announce this year's Morris and Lillian Cahan Scholar: Dr. Mijal Bitton, Shalom Hartman Institute Fellow, and scholar of Mizrahi, Sephardic, and Syrian Jewry. Join us for virtual offerings on Saturday, February 20 (evening) and Sunday, February 21. More information coming soon! -
Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 23 , 2021Torah Study Group
Tuesday, Feb 23rd 8:00p to 9:00p
We Zoom-meet every Tuesday evening (8 pm) using the following static link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3372482453?pwd=Q0xxdnJuZjJPeVRtcnVNc2lWcTJ5Zz09 We are now studying the Book of Haggai the Prophet. -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 2 , 2021Torah Study Group
Tuesday, Mar 2nd 8:00p to 9:00p
We Zoom-meet every Tuesday evening (8 pm) using the following static link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3372482453?pwd=Q0xxdnJuZjJPeVRtcnVNc2lWcTJ5Zz09 We are now studying the Book of Haggai the Prophet. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 7 , 2021Pre-Passover Adult Education Series with The Conservative Yeshiva
Sunday, Mar 7th 10:30a to 12:00p
Har Shalom & The Conservative Yeshiva present a Pre-Passover Adult Education Series with Dr. Joshua Kulp and Ilana Kurshan -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 9 , 2021Torah Study Group
Tuesday, Mar 9th 8:00p to 9:00p
We Zoom-meet every Tuesday evening (8 pm) using the following static link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3372482453?pwd=Q0xxdnJuZjJPeVRtcnVNc2lWcTJ5Zz09 We are now studying the Book of Haggai the Prophet. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 14 , 2021Pre-Passover Adult Education Series with The Conservative Yeshiva
Sunday, Mar 14th 10:30a to 12:00p
Har Shalom & The Conservative Yeshiva present a Pre-Passover Adult Education Series with Dr. Joshua Kulp and Ilana Kurshan -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 16 , 2021Torah Study Group
Tuesday, Mar 16th 8:00p to 9:00p
We Zoom-meet every Tuesday evening (8 pm) using the following static link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3372482453?pwd=Q0xxdnJuZjJPeVRtcnVNc2lWcTJ5Zz09 We are now studying the Book of Haggai the Prophet. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 21 , 2021Pre-Passover Adult Education Series with The Conservative Yeshiva
Sunday, Mar 21st 9:30a to 11:00a
Har Shalom & The Conservative Yeshiva present a Pre-Passover Adult Education Series with Dr. Joshua Kulp and Ilana Kurshan -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 23 , 2021Torah Study Group
Tuesday, Mar 23rd 8:00p to 9:00p
We Zoom-meet every Tuesday evening (8 pm) using the following static link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3372482453?pwd=Q0xxdnJuZjJPeVRtcnVNc2lWcTJ5Zz09 We are now studying the Book of Haggai the Prophet. -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 30 , 2021Torah Study Group
Tuesday, Mar 30th 8:00p to 9:00p
We Zoom-meet every Tuesday evening (8 pm) using the following static link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3372482453?pwd=Q0xxdnJuZjJPeVRtcnVNc2lWcTJ5Zz09 We are now studying the Book of Haggai the Prophet. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 2 , 2021JTS Evening of Learning
Sunday, May 2nd 6:30p
Study sessions will explore a range of subjects including racism and reparations, Abraham Joshua Heschel’s teachings on racial justice, and race and reproductive justice. We will also have the opportunity to hear about the important work that is being done at JTS to address racial justice.
Wed, January 20 2021
7 Shevat 5781
Virtual & In-Person Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Saturdays at 9:30 AM
Connect via Zoom, watch the Live Stream Here, or sign up to attend in-person.
Download Siddur Sim Shalom Here, and choose "Siddur Sim Shalom: Shabbat Morning."
Traditional Sunday Evening Minyan with David Marcus
Sundays at 7:30 PM
Prayers will be shared on the screen. Kaddish will be recited if there are 10 people on Zoom.
Connect via Zoom here.
Morning Minyan
8:00 AM, Monday – Friday; 9:00 AM, Sunday
Kaddish will be recited if there are 10 people on Zoom.
* Download Siddur Sim Shalom Here, and choose "Siddur Sim Shalom: Shaharit for Weekdays"
Connect via Zoom here.
Contemplative Practice Based On The Evening Service
7:30 PM, Monday – Thursday
Tune into Facebook Live on the Har Shalom Facebook Page OR Zoom.
Kaddish will be recited if there are 10 people on Zoom.
The Hazzan will lead us in chants, nigunim, and traditional melodies to guide us in prayerful connections and spiritual engagement.
Friday Evening Kabbalat Shabbat
6:00 PM on Friday evenings (from November 6th - March 12th)
Bring your Siddur, use this one online, or just bring your soul and desire to connect virtually via Zoom.
We’ll provide the melodies and the ruach!
We are a connected community. Want to chat with current congregants? Send Carly an email and she will pair you up with someone!