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As seen in An American Pickle, Jewish pickling traditions trace back to Eastern Europe. Join us as we explore traditional and less traditional pickling flavors and vegetables, and bring home your very own jar of homemade pickles!
Do you want to learn about Judaism or increase your Jewish knowledge? Then the Introduction to Judaism course is for you. This course is perfect for interfaith couples, those raising Jewish children, spiritual seekers, individuals considering conversion, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. This 18-week course will give you a solid …
Explore the connection between street and contemporary art with Basquiat’s Boy and Dog in a Johnnypump and Banksy’s Banksquiat. Boy and Dog in Stop and Search. The exhibition also features 20 works by Basquiat and a screening of Downtown 81, showcasing the vibrant 1980s Manhattan art scene.
Interested in Krav Maga? Want to learn new techniques for self defense? We will be discussing the history and use of Krav Maga before learning techniques from an expert. You must RSVP—spots are limited.
Brooke Shields has spent a lifetime in the public eye. Growing up as a child actor and model, her every feature was scrutinized, her every decision judged. Today, Shields faces a different kind of scrutiny: that of being a “woman of a certain age.” And yet, at fifty-nine, she feels more comfortable in her skin …
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Do you ever feel like you could use a handbook for how to build a Jewish life? If you identify as Jewish and are exploring how to bring Judaism into your life as an adult for the first time, this 12-week series offers equal parts community-building and deep-dive into core lessons from our tradition to …
We will be hosting a special program with Israel Policy Forum on Israel and The Gulf Region. We look forward to co-hosting this program with IPF and welcoming community members for a constructive talk. More details to come! Stay tuned to our socials.
This five-week workshop meets Wednesdays, January 29, February 5, 19, and 26, and March 5 from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Additionally, attending Shabbat services on Friday, February 21 at 7:00 pm is a requirement of the course. This experiential introduction to Judaism course is designed for those looking to reconnect with Judaism, as well as …
We all feel it—the distractions and the addictive focus on the wrong things for too long. We stare in pity at the people in the restaurant, all on their phones, and then we feel the buzz in our pocket. Something has changed: for most of human history, the boundary between public and private has been …
This is a four-week discussion-based course designed for couples in their 20s and early 30s who do not yet have children. The workshop is held four to five times throughout the year. This cohort meets on Wednesdays, January 15, 22, and 29, and February 5 from 7:15 – 8:45 pm at Sixth & I. Rabbi …
Join us for a cozy bonfire night at our place, where the vibes are warm even in January! Grab a drink, snack on some treats, and relax to the sound of chill music under the winter sky. We’ll have marshmallows ready to roast and all the fixings for the perfect s’mores—sticky fingers guaranteed. Whether you’re …
Several years ago, the term “JewBarrassment” came on the scene to describe a negative feeling some experience when they make a ritual “mistake,” or don't know something relating to Jewish culture or observance. Whether you have heard of “JewBarrassment” or are new to the term, many of us can identify with the fear of not-knowing …
On “JewBarrassment”: Jewish Wisdom on Not-Knowing Read More »
