The goal of the Adult Education Committee is to provide members of Beth El Temple Center with a wide range of adult learning opportunities. We respect that everyone approaches Jewish learning from a different perspective, and we strive to help everyone on their journey as adult learners. To that end, we offer a blend of traditional classroom study, speaker programs and special events to suit your needs, including Torah Study, Biblical and Modern Hebrew, films, monthly Table Talks and Shabbat study groups. Classes are taught by clergy, lay leaders and outside speakers/scholars who share their expertise and insights to inform, inspire and enrich our lives. We invite you to join us, try a program (or two!).  We welcome all participants who come to learn, regardless of ability to pay.

Coming up this fall are several exciting programs:

On Yom Kippur afternoon we will be hosting the Yom Kippur study Hour (at 1:30pm – after Yizkor).  This is a great chance to come together with fellow congregants to study a topic in Jewish ethics (topic will be announced shortly). You do not need to sign up in advance – just bring an open mind (an empty stomach!) and a willingness to learn together.

We are offering an Introductory Learning to Read Hebrew class through Ivrit la-Kol.  This wonderful beginners class will be held on Sunday mornings starting October 3rd.  If you have ever wanted to read Hebrew (not just in transliteration!) this is the class for you . You can get more information by clicking to see the brochure or by contacting  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Finally, Adult Ed and Social Action are collaborating to host a series of events focused on the topic "Peace in Israel."  We'll explore the topic from different perspectives through different medium (speakers. movies, books, etc.). More details will follow, but the year-long series will start with a Table Talk at BETC on Friday, October 8th. Come hear a thought-provoking discussion, share dinner with fellow congregants, and then join us for Shabbat services afterwards. A wonderful way to start the New Year!

For more information please contact Lisa Weissmann, Committee Chair at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it