All CBI Adult Education programs require registration. Some programs are virtual only. Check Chai Lights, our bi-monthly Bulletin and Adult Education emails for registration information and links. To receive Adult Education emails, please contact Rabbi Rosenbaum at hrosenbaum@cbict.org. Most programs are free of charge. You are encouraged to make a donation to Congregation Beth Israel’s adult education fund to make continued offerings possible and we thank you for your consideration. CLICK HERE to support our program.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS:
Wednesday, August 26 at 8:30pm
“Demystifying the Jewish Calendar”
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Is Rosh HaShanah “early” this year? Can Passover fall during the summer? The Jewish calendar can seem mysterious. Rabbi Phil Goldwasser will explain how the Jewish calendar is built, how months and years are organized, and why the dates of holidays and Torah readings shift from year to year. He will explore the relationship between the calendar’s rules and real-life observance, addressing not just what happens on the calendar, but why it happens. Participants will gain an understanding of how the Jewish calendar’s structure and calculations create the familiar rhythm of Jewish life.
Rabbi Philip Goldwasser holds a BA in Judaic Studies from Rutgers University, an MA from the Jewish Theological Seminary of America, and rabbinic ordination from Mesifta Adath Wolkowisk. As a post-denominational rabbi, Rabbi Goldwasser is committed to making Jewish education accessible to everyone, regardless of background or affiliation. Rabbi Phil currently serves as the Director of Operations of the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America. You can learn more about Rabbi Phil on his website (https://rabbiphil.net), where you can also read his weekly blog on the Torah portion and his responses to “ask Rabbi Phil.”
S.A.G.E. Programs at CBI
SEPTEMBER 8 at 11am
JFACT – The Jewish Federation Association of CT with Tara Cook-Littman
We welcome new Executive Director of JFACT Tara Cook-Littman who will discuss the important roles JFACT plays in uniting Connecticut’s seven Jewish Federations. Key priorities include coalition building to strengthen Jewish communities, combat antisemitism, advance shared public policy priorities, and deepen the enduring relationship between the United States and Israel.
Second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 11:00am *In person at CBI unless otherwise specified*
These programs are for everyone, regardless of age! Visit our calendar for information on upcoming speakers or subscribe to our weekly e-newsletter Chai Lights. Most programs are followed by a light buffet lunch at $12 per person. For more information, contact Barb Lavine (wslavine@comcast.net) or Kay Weiss (steven.k.weiss@gmail.com).
