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Judaism 101 🙋
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueAre you curious about Judaism and eager to learn the basics? Join Judaism 101 with Rabbi Dalia Samansky to expand your knowledge! Designed for those who are new to Judaism or interested in joining the fold, this introductory class covers Jewish holidays, rituals, theology, sacred texts and more — all in an inclusive and welcoming […]
Beyond the Brisket: Engage Your Family in the Seder 🖥
Spice up your Seder beyond just the brisket! Join Rabbis Samantha Natov and Rena Rifkin on Zoom as they guide you through the Haggadah, helping you spark meaningful conversations that will keep your family and guests fully captivated at the Passover table. RSVP This event is sponsored by the Membership Committee of Stephen Wise Free […]
‘Thou Shalt Not Remain Silent’ Part III: From Shtetl to Post-Jewish Town 🖥
Over a thousand shtetls, once bustling with Jewish life, dotted Eastern Europe's landscape. Today, not a single Jew remains... Join Barbara Kirshenblatt-Gimblett and Dr. Natalia Romik to learn about a new front in the fight against antisemitism in modern Poland, as they discuss how once-vibrant Jewish communities are remembered and contested today. How do the […]
Adult Hebrew Class (Level A) 🙋
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueThe language of the ancient Israelites, Hebrew ceased to be spoken between 200–400 CE, in the aftermath of the Third Jewish Revolt against the Roman Empire — but its use continued in Jewish literature and liturgy for centuries. Much like the miracle of the modern state of Israel, Hebrew is one of the only true […]
Lunch and Learn: Making the Seder Meaningful 🙋
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueIn the Passover Haggadah, we are told to “see ourselves in the Exodus from Egypt." Join Rabbi Neal Borovitz as we engage with some of the classic passages of the Haggadah, focusing on the themes of enslavement and liberation, and examine how they speak to the challenges facing us as Jews today. In this two-session […]
Why Israel? A Foundations Course for ECC and Religious School Parents and Grandparents 🙋
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueWhen it comes to Israel, it seems like everyone has a passionate opinion — but not everyone has the historical, theological and geopolitical context to backup their arguments and positions... And with anti-Israel rhetoric and activity on the rise — in our streets, in our workplaces and in our children's classrooms — it's more important […]