Jewish Education and Learning for Adults

Shabbat Classes

Torah Study
Classes meet in the Library during Musaf (after the sermon) and last approximately 45 minutes.
Every Shabbat we offer Torah study classes during Musaf. Our classes are taught by many wonderful teachers including Rabbi Dollin, Rabbi Gruenwald, Steve Uslan, Martin Sicker, and David Richman.

More Classes

	Caring for Aging Parents: First Tuesdays of the Month, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1, at 7 pm Topics: How to talk to your parents about difficult subjects, Elder Law Protection and contending with financial stress and security, Chronic Illness: Parkinson's, Diabetes, Alzheimer's, Depression/Anxiety, Death and Dying: Funeral Pre-planning and Jewish rituals and beliefs. Please see our website for a complete list of dates, lecturers, and topics covered. No charge.
	Lecture Series on Jewish Theatre Jewish Theater Today: Beyond Fiddler On the Roof Wednesday, October 6 at 7 pm THEATRE OR, a non-profit professional theater company that recently moved to Denver from North Carolina, produces plays with Jewish perspective and universal appeal, with a concentration on the development and production of American premieres of Israeli plays. Diane Gilboa is the Producing Artistic Director and co-founder of North Carolina's Triangle-based Theatre Or now relocated to Denver. For Theatre Or, she produced The Chosen which was named as one of the 10 best productions of 2004 by local press. Discussion of "The Chosen" Wednesday, October 13 at 7 pm In anticipation of Theater Or's award winning production of "The Chosen," opening October 14, we will hold a discussion of this classic novel. Co-sponsored by the HEA Brotherhood.
	Wednesday Lunch and Learn Weekly Short Story & Monthly Novel Discussion Discussions led by Abbey Kapelovitz, Ph.D. Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. in the Library Lunch - 11:30 am, $6, or bring a dairy sack lunch Discussion at 12 noon, no charge >> Contact Naomi Kirshner to obtain this week's reading
	Fall Adult Education on Sundays October 3, 10, 17, Nov 7, 14, 21, Dec 5, 12 10 - 11 am Where it All Began: The Bible with Rabbi Dollin A rapid overview of the books of the Bible which includes the Torah (Five Books of Moses), the Prophets (Joshua, Judges... Ezekiel and the 12 Minor Prophets) and the Writings (Psalms, Proverbs, etc). This class is open to all and required for adult bar/bat mitzvah students. 11 - 12 noon "What do Jews Believe?" with Rabbi Gruenwald Each week we will cover a different topic. Participants may miss a week and still be able to follow the discussions in the classes. Topics: Oct 3: God Oct 10: Human Destiny Oct 17: Good and Evil Nov 7: The Chosen People Nov 14: Revelation and the Meaning of Torah Nov 21: Mitzvot and Ethical Behavior Dec 5: Prayer Dec 12: The Messiah >> No charge. Advanced registration preferred for materials and preparation. Please register with Naomi Kirshner or call 303-758-9400 x213
	Wednesdays Evening Lecture Series October 20 and 27, 7:30 pm at the HEA Subtle Wisdom of the Torah - Learning How to Study Jewish Texts, with Cantor Martin Goldstein An exciting journey into the world of biblical interpretation and the etymology of ancient Hebrew. No charge. >> RSVP to Naomi Kirshner
	Talmud Study with David Richman September 26 at 9 am This class will be focus on studying Perek Chelek, the world to come.
	Cooking Classes: Whatcha Got Cookin? More classes coming in October 2010! A series of cooking classes is beginning at the HEA. These classes cover a variety of cooking topics, from techniques and stock items, to learning to cook with local seasonal vegetables. Each class will also include a discussion of halacha (Jewish law), Jewish philosophy or Jewish ethics as they relate to the topic being covered!  Each class will include take-home information, light initial refreshments, and samples of cooked items when appropriate. Cost: $15/person, maximum 20 people. >> RSVP to Naomi Kirshner
	Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah Class Begins this Fall - This Fall we will be beginning an adult bar/bat mitzvah class. This class is a 2-year course of study. The first year participants take Hebrew (unless they are able to read well enough to prepare without it), and Rabbi Dollin’s  Sunday morning Adult Education classes. - In 2011/2012 participants will continue with Hebrew if needed, and work with Rabbi Dollin to prepare for the group bar/bat mitzvah, to be celebrated at morning services on March 17, 2012. We must have at least 12 people to move forward with the class: >> If you are interested or even considering participating, please contact Naomi Kirshner.
	Hebew Reading for the Beginner Sunday, 9:00 a.m. (beginning Oct. 3) OR Wednesday, 6:50 p.m. (beginning Oct. 6) Designed for the novice, this 8-week class provides an opportunity to learn to read Hebrew with accuracy and ease. Students will work in small groups and with the instructor to ensure plenty of practice time. At the conclusion of the class, students will feel comfortable following along during services. This class may also be used as a stepping stone to Prayer Book reading and/or Hebrew conversation. (Two 1 hour classes are being offered.) Reading From the Siddur Sunday Mornings Beginning October 3 (8 weeks) 11:00 a.m. (1 hour class) This class is designed for the student who has successfully completed a beginning Hebrew class and wishes to transition into the prayer book. It will also benefit those students who want to sharpen their reading skills for prayers during the Shabbat service. Ample class time will be provided for review of all rules, questions, and reading practice. At the completion, students should feel comfortable following along and reading directly from the prayer book. COST: $65 (8 weeks); $8 or $3 approximately for the texts (depending on class) - available at first class INSTRUCTOR: Judi Marcus holds a MA in Education. She has successfully taught this class for more than 20 years in the Denver area. To register or to receive further information about this class, please contact Judi Marcus. Registration must be completed before Friday September 24th! Class size is limited to 10 students.
	Living Room Learning with Rabbi Gruenwald Learn with your friends in your own living room! Provide at least 10 friends, a comfortable room, and refreshments, and Rabbi Gruenwald will lead a dynamic, fun, and interesting Jewish learning experience -- right in your own home! >> Schedule by calling or emailing Joyce Perlmutter at 303-758-9400 x 202     Questions? Email Rabbi Gruenwald
	Kabbalah Experience Learning Kabbalah Experience provides an open, safe and non-judgmental environment for students to learn the teachings of Kabbalah in order to become more spiritually aware, express more fully their creativity and deepen their compassion for themselves and others. While Jewish in its origin and language, the Kabbalah Experience curriculum has a universal spiritual message. The adult centered method of learning appeals to people who learn best when their own thinking process is encouraged and engaged. >> For more information http://www.kabbalahexperience.com
	CORE Training-Chevrutah Offerings in Religious Education Have you ever wanted to learn the bedtime shema? How to keep kosher? How to say the mourner's Kaddish? Or just about anything else about Judaism? We can help! Contact Naomi and she will put you in touch with a knowledgeable member who will teach you what you want to know on your own mutually agreed upon times, places, and numbers of meetings. It's a convenient way to learn what you've always wanted to know (or perhaps learned in kindergarten but have forgotten). Email Naomi Kirshner or call 303-758-9400 x213