Adult Education

Thursday Morning Class with Rabbi Sharff
Thursdays, 11 a.m. -(IP)(Z).
Rabbi Sharff will be teaching from the Zohar, a collection of mystical writings that explore the deeper spiritual meanings of the Torah and Jewish Tradition. This program is designed for learners of all backgrounds and levels of experience who are curious about Jewish mysticism and eager to explore the teachings of the Zohar.      

*Class is currently on break until August 7, 2025*

We do ask that you get a copy of Volume I of The Zohar: the Pritzker Edition (ISBN 0-8047-4747-4).  

Shabbat Morning Torah Study
Saturdays, 9:15 a.m.. - (IP)(Z)
Each Shabbat morning, one of our clergy will lead us in mining the weekly Torah portion for spiritual and ethical insights in a casual conversational format.

Upcoming Adult Education Opportunities: 

Torah Cantillation Class (IP)
Begins Thursday, July 17, 7 p.m. 
Ever wonder how Torah readers know what to chant—or how to chant it? In this engaging 8-week course, you'll learn the fundamentals of Ta'ameh Mikrah, the system of marks (often called “trope”) that guide both the musical phrasing and grammatical meaning of Torah text. Whether you're preparing for an adult B’nai Mitzvah, dreaming of reading Torah someday, or simply curious about how it all works, this class is for you. Open to all learners who can read Hebrew. No musical background is required—just a willingness to sing out loud, embrace the learning process, and maybe laugh at a squiggle or two along the way!
This class is free to attend, but please RSVP by July 10. 


The History of Antisemitism (IP)(Z)
Begins Wednesday, July 23, 7 p.m. 
The History of Antisemitism taught by Rabbi Sharff: Often described as the world's oldest hatred, or in the words of Dr. Deborah Lipstadt, "the world's oldest conspiracy theory." In this three-part series, we will be examining the origins and history of antisemitism. We will be exploring the questions of why it continues to exist, and how it continues to manifest through to modern times. This class will involve lectures, readings, and opportunities for questions.