"As we live, so we learn"
Yiddish Proverb

Adult learning at Temple Beth Am takes many forms. Every fall and spring, a variety of courses are offered through our Continuing Education Committee. Rabbi Miller and Cantor Schechtman each teach Adult Education classes on a myriad of Jewish subjects, and guest instructors are brought in to teach in their area of specialization.

We also have beginner and intermediate Hebrew classes for adults, which can lead to Bar/Bat Torah (adult bar/bat mitzvah). Most of our adult education requires no prerequisite training, and our adult students range from those who have little or no formal Jewish education to those who are interested in expanding their level of knowledge.

Subjects have included Bible Study, "Putting God on the Guest List", Judaism and Animal Rights, Introduction to Judaism, Jewish Music, The Changing Roles of Women in Judaism, Yoga in the Jewish Context, Hebrew, and many, many others. We also sponsor a number of trips to places of Jewish interest.

The Sabbath morning Minyan Service, held in the Library, meets every Saturday at 9:00am is a warm, welcoming atmosphere of friendship and Shabbat, and this participatory service (no Hebrew required) is a wonderful opportunity for discussing and examining aspects of the liturgy and their contemporary relevance, to participate in leading part of the worship service and to learn from one another. Study concludes with a Kiddush by 10:15am.

Rabbi Miller, Cantor Schechtman and members of the congregation alternate leading this group. Everyone is welcome.

ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS
Our continuing education programs provide opportunities for learning and study for those who consider the pursuit of knowledge to be a lifelong venture. Conducted in an atmosphere of sharing and mutual support, they serve to further Jewish education while encouraging active involvement in our Temple community.

REGISTRATION
To reserve your place in any of our programs, simply complete the registration form and return it to the Temple with your check. Please note that class size is limited. Register early to guarantee yourself a seat. Registration closes one week before a class begins. Courses will not be held if there is insufficient enrollment. For more information, please contact our Continuing Education Chairperson, Allan Alter.