The Center for Adult Jewish Learning at Temple Israel of Boston is a hub for intellectual discovery, cultural exploration, and personal revelation for the Greater Boston Jewish community. Whether you are learning about Judaism for the first time, embarking on a new stage in your Jewish life, or a life-long learner looking to connect with local scholars, there is something for you. Join through a wide variety of classes, community events, and travel. Everyone is welcome here.
Classes
Learn and connect in small, multi-session classes facilitated by experienced educators and field experts. Open to all, our classes are designed to be accessible at any stage of your Jewish learning. We offer both short-term and ongoing classes, with weekday, evening, and weekend options available.
Classes cover a broad range of topics, based on 6 categories of learning:
- History
- Justice, Politics, and Contemporary Issues
- Bible, Rabbinics, and Philosophy
- Arts and Culture
- Spirituality
- Jewish Living
Classes Starting Soon
The TI Yeshiva: Learn to Read the Talmud with Rabbi Suzie Jacobson
Date
January 21, 2025
Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
Debate with the rabbis and consider new perspectives on aspects of Jewish law with the Babylonian Talmud in this weekly online class led by Rabbi Suz...
Introduction to Judaism: Winter 2024
Date
January 23, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session onsite course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens. Over the cou...
Occupied Words: What the Holocaust Did to Yiddish with Hannah Pollin-Galay
Date
January 23, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Join Associate Professor Hannah Pollin-Galay of Tel Aviv University for an eye-opening exploration of how language can bear witness to history’s da...
Authoritarianism in America: Impacts on Democracy and the Jewish Community
Date
January 23, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
What will authoritarianism look like in our time? What implications will it have for the Jewish community? Drs Dani Holtz & Craig Franson will chart ...
The TI Yeshiva: Learn to Read the Talmud with Rabbi Suzie Jacobson
Date
January 28, 2025
Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
Debate with the rabbis and consider new perspectives on aspects of Jewish law with the Babylonian Talmud in this weekly online class led by Rabbi Suz...
Authoritarianism in America: Impacts on Democracy and the Jewish Community
Date
January 30, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
What will authoritarianism look like in our time? What implications will it have for the Jewish community? Drs Dani Holtz & Craig Franson will chart ...
Introduction to Judaism: Winter 2024
Date
January 30, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session onsite course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens. Over the cou...
Tu B'Shvat 101
Date
February 3, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT
What is Tu B'Shvat? Why do we call it the new year for the trees? What do we eat and drink at a Tu B'Shvat Seder? Join us online on Monday, Februar...
The TI Yeshiva: Learn to Read the Talmud with Rabbi Suzie Jacobson
Date
February 4, 2025
Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
Debate with the rabbis and consider new perspectives on aspects of Jewish law with the Babylonian Talmud in this weekly online class led by Rabbi Suz...
Modern Midrash: Come Back to Genesis with Rabbi Elaine Zecher
Date
February 6, 2025
Time
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM EDT
Come back to Genesis to re-meet and re-create the lives of the characters through Modern and ancient Midrash We are starting all over aga...
Introduction to Judaism: Winter 2024
Date
February 6, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session onsite course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens. Over the cou...
Authoritarianism in America: Impacts on Democracy and the Jewish Community
Date
February 6, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
What will authoritarianism look like in our time? What implications will it have for the Jewish community? Drs Dani Holtz & Craig Franson will chart ...
The TI Yeshiva: Learn to Read the Talmud with Rabbi Suzie Jacobson
Date
February 11, 2025
Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
Debate with the rabbis and consider new perspectives on aspects of Jewish law with the Babylonian Talmud in this weekly online class led by Rabbi Suz...
A Taste of Judaism: February 2025
Date
February 11, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Explore traditional and modern Jewish sources in an accessible setting. Join us and discuss the ways Judaism can resonate in our daily lives. A Ta...
Authoritarianism in America: Impacts on Democracy and the Jewish Community
Date
February 13, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
What will authoritarianism look like in our time? What implications will it have for the Jewish community? Drs Dani Holtz & Craig Franson will chart ...
Introduction to Judaism: Winter 2024
Date
February 13, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session onsite course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens. Over the cou...
The TI Yeshiva: Learn to Read the Talmud with Rabbi Suzie Jacobson
Date
February 18, 2025
Time
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
Debate with the rabbis and consider new perspectives on aspects of Jewish law with the Babylonian Talmud in this weekly online class led by Rabbi Suz...
A Taste of Judaism: February 2025
Date
February 18, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Explore traditional and modern Jewish sources in an accessible setting. Join us and discuss the ways Judaism can resonate in our daily lives. A Ta...
Introduction to Judaism: Winter 2024
Date
February 20, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session onsite course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens. Over the cou...
Authoritarianism in America: Impacts on Democracy and the Jewish Community
Date
February 20, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
What will authoritarianism look like in our time? What implications will it have for the Jewish community? Drs Dani Holtz & Craig Franson will chart ...
Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC)
The Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) seeks to engage Temple Israel members with Israel in all its challenges, conflicts and complexities from a progressive perspective. In its organizing and educational activities, TIPIC aims to create safe spaces for Temple Israel members to explore and express perspectives on Israel/Palestine. All are welcome to attend TIPIC-hosted gatherings, which include monthly meetings with a speaker, current events conversations, and our book group. Upcoming gatherings are posted here.
Upcoming TIPIC Events
Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) Speaker Series
Date
January 21, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Israel and Judaism Through a New Lens: How Young Adults Engage and Explore Legacy Please join the Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) ...
Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) Current Events Conversation
Date
February 4, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Please join the Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) on February 4th, at 7:00 pm for our next open conversation about what is happening in...
Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) Book Group
Date
February 18, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Join us onsite or online on Tuesday, February 18th, 7:00 pm—8:30 pm for the Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus Book Group. We will announce th...
Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) Speaker Series
Date
March 4, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Please join the Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) on Tuesday, March 4th at 7:00 p.m. online or onsite, for our next Speaker Series even...
Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) Current Events Conversation
Date
March 18, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Please join the Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) on March 18th, at 7:00 pm for our next open conversation about what is happening in I...
Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) Book Group
Date
April 1, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Join us onsite or online on Tuesday, April 1st, 7:00 pm—8:30 pm for the Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus Book Group. We will announce the bo...
Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) Speaker Series
Date
April 15, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Please join the Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) on Tuesday, April 15th at 7:00 p.m. online or onsite, for our next Speaker Series eve...
Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) Current Events Conversation
Date
April 29, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Please join the Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) on April 29th, at 7:00 pm for our next open conversation about what is happening in I...
Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) Book Group
Date
May 13, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Join us onsite or online on Tuesday, May 13th, 7:00 pm—8:30 pm for the Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus Book Group. We will announce the boo...
Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) Speaker Series
Date
May 27, 2025
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Please join the Temple Israel Progressive Israel Caucus (TIPIC) on Tuesday, May 27th at 7:00 p.m. online or onsite, for our next Speaker Series event...
Community Events
Gather together to hear from renowned authors, activists, artists, clergy, and more as they share their stories, ask big questions, and guide us to find deeper meaning, understand our shared history, and incubate ideas for a new generation. All community events are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted.
Upcoming Community Events
Bereavement Group
Date
January 28, 2025
Time
5:15 PM - 6:10 PM EDT
Temple Israel holds a monthly bereavement group for all those who are currently struggling with a loss. This discussion group, facilitated by Rabbi ...
Jewish Arts Festival
Date
February 23, 2025
Time
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM EDT
Join Us at the Jewish Arts Festival – A Celebration of Culture, Creativity, and Community! Discover a world of vibrant artistry, delicious flavo...
Bereavement Group
Date
February 25, 2025
Time
5:15 PM - 6:10 PM EDT
Temple Israel holds a monthly bereavement group for all those who are currently struggling with a loss. This discussion group, facilitated by Rabbi ...
Both Sides Now: The Music and Lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen
Date
March 2, 2025
Time
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM EDT
With these words, we are drawn into the world of Both Sides Now , a theatrical concert that explores the music and lives of long-time friends and on...
Bereavement Group
Date
March 25, 2025
Time
5:15 PM - 6:10 PM EDT
Temple Israel holds a monthly bereavement group for all those who are currently struggling with a loss. This discussion group, facilitated by Rabbi ...
Bereavement Group
Date
April 29, 2025
Time
5:15 PM - 6:10 PM EDT
Temple Israel holds a monthly bereavement group for all those who are currently struggling with a loss. This discussion group, facilitated by Rabbi ...
Bereavement Group
Date
May 27, 2025
Time
5:15 PM - 6:10 PM EDT
Temple Israel holds a monthly bereavement group for all those who are currently struggling with a loss. This discussion group, facilitated by Rabbi ...
Tikkun Zoom Shavuot: 25 Hours of Online Learning
Date
June 1, 2025
Time
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
Online learning sessions will start at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 1st and run through 6:00 p.m. on Monday, June 2nd. On Shavuot we go big, celebr...
Bereavement Group
Date
June 24, 2025
Time
5:15 PM - 6:10 PM EDT
Temple Israel holds a monthly bereavement group for all those who are currently struggling with a loss. This discussion group, facilitated by Rabbi ...
Bereavement Group
Date
July 29, 2025
Time
5:15 PM - 6:10 PM EDT
Temple Israel holds a monthly bereavement group for all those who are currently struggling with a loss. This discussion group, facilitated by Rabbi ...
Bereavement Group
Date
August 26, 2025
Time
5:15 PM - 6:10 PM EDT
Temple Israel holds a monthly bereavement group for all those who are currently struggling with a loss. This discussion group, facilitated by Rabbi ...
Bereavement Group
Date
September 30, 2025
Time
5:15 PM - 6:10 PM EDT
Temple Israel holds a monthly bereavement group for all those who are currently struggling with a loss. This discussion group, facilitated by Rabbi ...
Bereavement Group
Date
October 28, 2025
Time
5:15 PM - 6:10 PM EDT
Temple Israel holds a monthly bereavement group for all those who are currently struggling with a loss. This discussion group, facilitated by Rabbi ...
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Travel
Explore new places and build relationships through meaningful travel experiences, both near and far. Our education-focused trips are led by Temple Israel clergy and local experts, providing historical and cultural context as we connect with the broader Jewish world.