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Upcoming Programs and Events
Upcoming Programs and Events
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Thursday ,
DecDecember 5 , 2024Basic Judaism: 5 Week Crash Course- Thursdays at 8pm on Zoom
Thursday, Dec 5th 8:00p to 9:00p
Learn about Judaism with in a free course over five Thursdays, starting November 14th, at 8:00 PM. Register now in order to get the zoom link! (11/14, 11/21, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19) This crash course on Judaism is designed to provide an overview of the history of Judaism, its beliefs, practices, and cultural traditions. The course is open to individuals of all backgrounds -- no prior knowledge required. This five-week course will cover topics such as Jewish prayer, Shabbat, customs, and the role of Judaism in the relationships. The course will be taught by Rabbi Hyim Shafner, who will use a variety of teaching methods to engage learners and facilitate an interactive learning experience. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about Judaism and its rich cultural heritage. Register now to secure your spot and to receive free course materials. This course is sponsored by NJOP. -
Friday ,
DecDecember 6 , 2024
Friday, Dec 6th 5:30p to 8:00p
Elissa Felder is the Coordinator for Core’s Communities of Practice (www.CoreTorah.org).Core is an international organization that aims to create warm and inspiring Jewish communities by nourishing and networking frum women. She is the author of "From One Life to the Next Life: The Sacred Passage After Death" which details her personal journey through grief, and explores Jewish teachings about death and the afterlife. Her powerful memoir is filled with Jewish teachings about birth, death, and the afterlife, offering a comforting guide through darkness. -
Saturday ,
DecDecember 7 , 2024Scholar in Residence - Elissa Felder
Shabbat, Dec 7th 11:00a to 12:00p
Former Kesherite, Elissa Felder joins us for Shabbat. She will discuss Jewish teachings about life and death, about our mourning practices and the beliefs they are predicated on, about the Chevra Kadisha and the way Jews take care of fellow Jews after death; about lessons learned after the loss of a baby son (34 years ago). -
Saturday ,
DecDecember 7 , 2024
Shabbat, Dec 7th 4:20p to 5:30p
Daniel Taub is an international lawyer and diplomat. He served as the Israeli Ambassador to the United Kingdom (2011- 2015) and as Director of Strategy and Planning of the Yad Hanadiv (Rothschild) foundation (2015-2021) . He has held a wide variety of legal and diplomatic posts. He was extensively involved in the Israeli-Palestinian peace process and led the Israeli side of the Culture of Peace track of negotiations. He was also a member of Israel's negotiation team in the Israel-Syrian negotiations. He has represented Israel at many international legal and diplomatic forums and conferences and writes and lectures widely on international law and negotiation theory. Taub was educated at University College, Oxford; University College, London; and Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government. He lives in Jerusalem with his wife and six children. -
Monday ,
DecDecember 9 , 2024
Monday, Dec 9th 7:20p to 8:20p
Join our Yoetzet and community Scholar, Rachel, for a series of classes on controversies in Jewish history! -
Thursday ,
DecDecember 12 , 2024Basic Judaism: 5 Week Crash Course- Thursdays at 8pm on Zoom
Thursday, Dec 12th 8:00p to 9:00p
Learn about Judaism with in a free course over five Thursdays, starting November 14th, at 8:00 PM. Register now in order to get the zoom link! (11/14, 11/21, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19) This crash course on Judaism is designed to provide an overview of the history of Judaism, its beliefs, practices, and cultural traditions. The course is open to individuals of all backgrounds -- no prior knowledge required. This five-week course will cover topics such as Jewish prayer, Shabbat, customs, and the role of Judaism in the relationships. The course will be taught by Rabbi Hyim Shafner, who will use a variety of teaching methods to engage learners and facilitate an interactive learning experience. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about Judaism and its rich cultural heritage. Register now to secure your spot and to receive free course materials. This course is sponsored by NJOP. -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 15 , 2024Kid and Family Hanukkah Celebration: Featuring a Mad Scientist show
Sunday, Dec 15th 12:00p to 2:00p
Join us for an afternoon of laughter, learning, and lunch! Arrive at 12 to grab food and the Mad Scientist show will start at 12:30. After the show, we will have Hanukkah themed coloring pages and schmoozing. -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 15 , 2024
Sunday, Dec 15th 7:30p to 9:30p
This is a part of our Voice of Kesher Lecture series. There will be a lecture followed by wine, dessert, and schmoozing. -
Monday ,
DecDecember 16 , 2024
Monday, Dec 16th 7:20p to 8:20p
Join our Yoetzet and community Scholar, Rachel, for a series of classes on controversies in Jewish history! -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 18 , 2024
Wednesday, Dec 18th 7:15p to 9:30p
Do you know your Ben Yehuda pizza from your Nuthouse pizza? Your Bartenura from your Sarah Bee? Come find out at Kesher's first Blind Taste Test Night!
For a full list, including daily davening times and classes please see our Calendar page.
Thu, December 5 2024
4 Kislev 5785
Today's Calendar
: 7:05am |
: 7:00pm |
: 8:00pm |
Tomorrow's Calendar
: 7:15am |
Candle Lighting : 4:27pm |
: 4:30pm |
Scholar in Residence Shabbat and Friday night Dinner with Author and Kesher Alumna Elissa Felder - Embracing the Holy: My Personal Journey to Chevra Kadisha. : 5:30pm |
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Upcoming Shabbat Times
Friday Night
Candle Lighting : 4:27pm |
: 4:30pm |
Scholar in Residence Shabbat and Friday night Dinner with Author and Kesher Alumna Elissa Felder - Embracing the Holy: My Personal Journey to Chevra Kadisha. : 5:30pm |
Shabbat Day
: 7:30am |
: 9:00am |
: 11:00am |
: 4:00pm |
Seudah Shelishit with Ambassador Daniel Taub and Sargent Amichai Taub : 4:20pm |
Havdalah : 5:30pm |
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