Session 1  (7:30 - 8:20 PM)

MEMORY AND AGING

with DR. RACHEL ASPLER

While some changes in memory are common as we age, current research shows that there are ways to maintain and promote cognitive health.

WHAT IS THE POWER OF JEWISH RITUAL AS REPRESENTED IN RECENT SHOWS? PART 1 

with PROFESSOR NAFTALI COHN

Each class will address the question of what is the power of Jewish ritual as represented in recent shows and films?

WHAT DO JEWS BELIEVE?

with RABBI ADAM SCHEIER

There are so many ideas and preconceived notions about what Jews believe? But what really does Judaism have to say on this matter?

Session 2 (8:40 - 9:30 PM)

TURNING AN IDEA INTO AN ART VERNISSAGE

with SHEILA NEMTIN

Come and hear how artist Sheila Nemtin’s desire to make the weekly Torah portion relevant and interesting began her journey through the entire bible.

JUDAH THE PRINCE

with RABBI MARK FISHMAN

Rabbi Fishman discusses the Mishna which the basis of Jewish Law. But who were the leaders who created it? Explore the lives of some of the most fascinating people and how they shaped our lives today.

OUR COMMUNITY

with YAIR SZLAK & RABBI POUPKO

An up close and personal conversation with Rabbi Reuben Poupko and Federation CJA CEO Yair Szlak.