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Adult Education at Ohev Shalom

About the Rubinger Adult Learning Institute

Congregation Ohev Shalom is proud to offer a variety of adult learning opportunities designed to bring life to your Judaism and meaning to your life. 

On the occasion of the congregation’s 100th anniversary celebration in 2018, the Rubinger Adult Learning Institute was named in honor of our esteemed Rabbi Emeritus Aaron D. Rubinger, whose passion for teaching Jewish theology, history, literature, and culture has engaged and inspired COS members since the beginning of his tenure in 1990, and continues today.
 

Happening NOW in Adult Education...

 
 

Judy Jacobs Book Talk

COS is proud to be hosting a book talk by Judy Jacobs, author of 
Jutka: A Holocaust Survivor’s Account of Lives Destroyed and Family Rebuilt.
 
Join us to hear the story of her family's life in Hungary, followed by their harrowing experiences in the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp.  Judy will also talk about the challenges of building a new life after the war's end.  
The evening will  include a Dessert Reception, followed by Judy's Talk and a Book Signing opportunity. There is no fee for this event, but as always, donations to support additional Adult Education programs are always appreciated. 
 

Bible Stories You Thought You Knew

You've read these stories before, and you think you know what they are all about.... but do you know what the Sages had to say about these stories?? Join us for Bible Stories You Thought You Knew for a very different perspective on the stories from the Hebrew Bible.  BSYTYK next session is January 11, 2025
 

Wheel of Learning

The COS Wheel of Learning offers a new and interesting Adult Education learning opportunity every month!  Sessions are led by a variety of knowledgeable volunteers, educators, and clergy members.   Because the Wheel of Learning is hosted at the homes of COS congregants, this program requires an RSVP and  is limited to COS Members only.  Next session:  Tuesday, January 21st
 

Exploring Prayer: A Deep Dive into the Siddur!

Whether you are new to Jewish prayer, or you want to gain a deeper understanding of the  prayers we recite during the Shabbat morning service, join us for "Exploring Prayer: A Deep Dive into the Siddur!"
 Learn with us monthly on Saturday mornings at 9:45am.  On Summer Hiatus. 
 

Upcoming Adult Education and Engagement Events:

All Events
  • Tuesday ,
    JanJanuary  21 , 2025
     
     
    Wheel of Learning
    Tuesday, Jan 21st 7:00p to 9:00p
    RSVPs are required. This event is limited to COS Members. The location information will be emailed to you prior to the event.

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  • Thursday ,
    FebFebruary  13 , 2025
     
     
    Wheel of Learning
    Thursday, Feb 13th 7:00p to 9:00p
    RSVPs are required. This event is limited to COS Members. The location information will be emailed to you prior to the event.

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  • Saturday ,
    FebFebruary  15 , 2025
     
     
    Bible Stories You Thought You Knew
    Shabbat, Feb 15th 12:00p to 1:00p
    Join us and learn during Kiddush lunch!

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  • Saturday ,
    FebFebruary  22 , 2025
     
     
    Simcha Shabbat
    Shabbat, Feb 22nd (All day)

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  • Saturday ,
    FebFebruary  22 , 2025
     
     
    Ohev Shalom Annual Gala
    Motzei Shabbat, Feb 22nd 7:30p to 11:00p

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  • Sunday ,
    MarMarch  2 , 2025
     
     
    Havurah Kick Off Event
    Sunday, Mar 2nd 10:00a to 12:00p

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  • Sunday ,
    MarMarch  2 , 2025
     
     
    Judy Jacobs Book Talk
    Sunday, Mar 2nd 7:00p to 8:30p
    COS is proud to be hosting a book talk by Judy Jacobs, author of Jutka: A Holocaust Survivor’s Account of Lives Destroyed and Family Rebuilt. Join us to hear the story of her family's life in Hungary, followed by their harrowing experiences in the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp. Judy will also talk about the challenges of building a new life after the war's end. The evening will include a Dessert Reception, followed by Judy's Talk and a Book Signing opportunity. There is no fee for this event, but as always, donations to support additional Adult Education programs are always appreciated.

    MORE INFO

  • Tuesday ,
    MarMarch  11 , 2025
     
     
    Kugel Konnection
    Tuesday, Mar 11th 7:00p to 9:00p

    MORE INFO

  • Saturday ,
    MarMarch  15 , 2025
     
     
    Bible Stories You Thought You Knew
    Shabbat, Mar 15th 12:00p to 1:00p
    Join us and learn during Kiddush lunch!

    MORE INFO

  • Monday ,
    MarMarch  17 , 2025
     
     
    Community Event: Rabbi Balter
    Monday, Mar 17th 6:00p to 8:00p

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Learn With JTS: 2024 High Holiday Webinars

Exciting High Holiday online sessions led by a distinguished group of JTS Alumni, Free of charge!
 
 
 
Class Schedule: 
 
  • September  16th --   Repentance and the Mystical "Rope": The Divine-Human Relationship in Jewish Thought with Dr Shira Billet  
  • September 23rd -- Shemini Atzeret, Rain and Resurrection  with Rabbi Mychal Springer
  • September 30th --  Book Talk:  Seeking the Hiding God: A Personal Theological Essay with Dr Arnold Eisen 
 

JTS Podcast: The Evolution of Torah

Join Rabbi Marcus Modechai Schwartz for an introduction to the history and evolution of Torah in 2 seasons of short form podcasts  (10 - 20 minutes per episode).  Subscribe to the podcast or listen on the website. Click Here.

JTS Podcast: Both/And: 250 Years of Conservative Judaism in 80 Minutes

Learn how Conservative Judaism became what it is today in this accessible mini-series adaptation of Chancellor Emeritus  Arnold Eisen’s semester-long course for JTS students.  Subscribe to the podcast or listen on the website. Click Here.

Mon, January 13 2025 13 Tevet 5785