Jewish Life Classes & Events

Welcome to the Kurland Center for Lifelong Learning!

The varied classes, workshops and events offered by Lifelong Learning benefit the heart, mind and body. They range from probing looks at Jewish arts and culture (both contemporary and traditional) and spiritual exploration to ongoing free classes in Israeli folk dancing Torah study.

Call 415.444.8000 for tickets and to sign up for classes. For ongoing classes, drop in once or come every week!

Free Jewish Classes | Lifelong Learning Classes |
Ongoing Classes & Activities | Jewish Celebrations

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Free Jewish Classes

Tuesdays with Cantor David
Seniors are welcome to join Cantor David Margules for a monthly lunch, followed by a special musical presentation.

Coming back in the fall.

 

Torah with Soul
with Rabbi Michael Lezak
Join us Saturday mornings as we learn about Torah in a casual group setting. the 3rd Saturday of each month is Torah on the Trails as we partake in a light hike and lively discussion.

Every Saturday Morning @ 9:30-10:30*
(8:30am, 3rd Saturday of month*)
Rodef Sholom Inner Conference Room

* Note: on the 3rd Saturday of each month, weather permitting, Torah with Soul will become Torah on the Trails, leaving the parking lot promptly at 8:30am for a good hike and some good learning. If it's raining, we'll meet in the ICR at our normal time.

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Classes for Lifelong Learning!

Discover new ideas. Learn a new skill. Deepen your knowledge of Jewish culture. We are thrilled to bring you even more mind-enriching classes and programs as we celebrate the grand reopening of our new Kurland Center for Lifelong Learning this winter. Discover new ideas. Learn a new skill. Deepen your knowledge of Jewish culture. We are thrilled to bring you mind-enriching classes and programs in our Kurland Center for Lifelong Learning!

Judaism and Christianity
with Rabbi Henry Shreibman Phd, DD

To understand Judaism is to understand roots of Christianity. Explore the evolution of Jewish religious perspectives from the end of the 1st Temple Period (586 BCE) to beginnings of early Christianity. Study dynamic primary texts from the New Testament, Gnostic gospels, and Dead Sea Scrolls in translation. Survey the history, beliefs, rituals, symbols, motifs, and experience of this dynamic period. No knowledge of Hebrew, Judaism, Christianity assumed or required.
Dr. Henry Shreibman is a rabbi and faculty member at UC Davis & Dominican University.

Thursdays, 10:30am-12noon
Part 2: June 12-July 17 (6 classes)
$70 members/$85 public (per 6-week session)
$18 drop-in

 

Exploring Opera with James Sokol:
Intensive Rigoletto

With sumptuous orchestral music, gorgeous singing and well-crafted words, Rigoletto tells the heartbreaking story of a hunchback jester, his naïve daughter and a licentious duke. By discussing the libretto and comparing video clips of three different productions, you will journey through the splendor of this masterpiece - a terrific experience for the opera newcomer and longtime fan.

James Sokol worked at New York City Opera, San Francisco Opera and was Executive Director of Pocket Opera.

Thursdays, July 17-Aug. 21
1-3pm (6 classes)
$70 members/$85 public/$18 drop-in

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Ongoing Classes & Activites

Play Bingo!

Join us every Tuesday for a fun-filled evening of play and win cash prizes up to $1,199.
Food available for purchase.

Tuesdays,
5 pm (Doors Open)
6:30 pm ( Bingo)

All proceeds support JCC’s senior programs.

Israeli Folk Dancing

Fun for everyone with wonderful instructors!
Instructors: Ruth Gundelfinger & Rachel Kay

Thursdays:
Beginners 10-11 am
Intermediates: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
FREE (donations appreciated)

 

Keep Yiddish Alive

Join Yiddish speakers from novices to native speakers for this informal, ongoing group that meets monthly. Programs include learning and conversation, games, songs, field trips and films. It’s leibedik and heimish!

2nd Sunday of the month, 2-4 pm
July 13.
FREE (donations appreciated)

 

Women’s Circles
with Gaila Newburg

Connect with Shekhina - the Feminine Divine- through movement, guided meditation, writing and sharing.

3rd Wednesday of the month, 7:15-9:30 pm
July 16, August 20

Cost: $10 members/$15 public (per session)

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Jewish Celebrations