Ongoing Adult Education
At TAE, we offer an impressive array of short- and long-term classes for adults in our community. We encourage you to find at least one class that will support your personal growth and deepen your Jewish learning this year.
– The Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning
Our Relationship with Israel: Questioning, Reflecting, Choosing
What place should Israel have in our Jewish lives today? Join Rabbi Diamond for a nine-session adult learning course exploring the complex and evolving relationship between Israel and world Jewry. Through teachings from Rabbi Dr. Donniel Hartman and other scholars of the Shalom Hartman Institute, we’ll consider how we can remain connected to Israel while making space for love, pride, disagreement, disappointment, and uncertainty and develop a deeper Jewish framework for understanding what Israel means to each of us today.
Wednesdays, 7:00–9:00 PM | October 2026–June 2027
Classes take place at Temple Adat Elohim.
Next class: November 18, 2026.
Learn more about the classes and how to register >>
Engaging with Israel with Uri Feinberg Series
So many questions about Israel. Where can we find thoughtful, informed answers? Join longtime guide and educator Uri Feinberg for a powerful learning video series exploring Israel’s history, our connection to the land, and the issues shaping Israel today.
Learn more about Insights on Israel >>
Talmud Study
Saturday Mornings
8:00–8:45 AM, Youth Lounge or Zoom
Talmud Study continues on Shabbat mornings at 8:00 AM, led by Rabbi Diamond or volunteers Rabbi Lisa Bock or Dr. Ken Elman. We take our time studying the text and engaging in thoughtful and interesting discussions. Knowledge of Hebrew is not required, and everyone is welcome.
Participants are also welcome to stay for Torah Study at 8:45 AM.
TAE Torah Study
Saturday Mornings
8:45–9:30 AM, Youth Lounge or Zoom
Explore Torah text through engaging discussion, interpretation, and commentary with fellow Torah Study participants. Deepen your understanding of our Jewish roots, traditions, and values.
Learn more about Saturday Torah Study >>
Community Torah Study
Monday Evenings
7:00 PM via Zoom
Join Rabbi Michael Lotker for very interesting discussions based on a variety of texts.
For more information, click here to contact Rabbi Lotker.
Women’s Torah Study
Thursday Mornings
10:30 AM with Dr. Ken Elman on Zoom
Join Women’s Torah Study for meaningful Jewish learning, conversation, and exploration of Torah with Dr. Ken Elman.
Join Women’s Torah Study on Zoom >> (password: Torah)
Adult B’nei Mitzvah
Adult B’nei Mitzvah is a modern Jewish ritual and learning experience for adults who did not become Bar or Bat Mitzvah at age 13.
At Temple Adat Elohim, the Adult B’nei Mitzvah program is an 18-month group study experience focused on Hebrew, liturgy, and foundational Jewish knowledge. Classes are taught by TAE clergy, staff, and special guests. The program culminates in a Shabbat service featuring Torah readings and participant reflections.
Learn more about the Adult B’nei Mitzvah program >>
Questions? Contact Rabbi Diamond >>
Other Adult Education Opportunities
Explore additional Jewish learning opportunities, classes, and organizations available throughout our community.
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