Adult Education
@ B'nai Torah
We are delighted to share with you the Adult Education programs at B’nai Torah Congregation, presented by the Lillian, Philip, and Gerry Cooperman Academy for Adult Jewish Learning. This year’s offerings include a rich variety of classes, scholars-in-residence, author series events, Women’s League and Men’s Club programs, and so much more, each designed to bring our community together in meaningful learning and connection.
Special Learning Programs
B’nai Torah’s Special Programs bring together stories, history, music, and culture that inspire and connect us as a community. From personal journeys and thought-provoking book talks to films, lectures, and cultural events, these gatherings open doors to learning and reflection. With topics that honor heritage, explore contemporary issues, and celebrate Jewish life in its many forms, participants are invited to engage with meaningful experiences that uplift both mind and spirit.
Lunch & Learn
Lunch & Learn is a weekly opportunity to study and share community over an hour of engaging teaching with our Rabbis and guest educators. Held each Tuesday at noon, these sessions explore a wide range of themes—from Jewish law and spiritual practices to heritage, contemporary Israel, and questions of faith. Participants are welcome to bring lunch and enjoy learning that is both accessible and enriching, offering wisdom to carry into daily life.
Daily Multi-Session Classes
B’nai Torah’s multi-session classes invite learners to dive more deeply into Jewish learning through ongoing study and conversation. Covering subjects such as Hebrew at all levels, Talmud, Midrash, Mussar, Jewish history, culture, and interfaith study, these courses provide opportunities for growth and connection over time. Whether discovering the richness of Yiddish, exploring biblical stories, or engaging with the teachings of great sages, participants gain tools for understanding, reflection, and meaningful Jewish living.
Author Series
B’nai Torah’s Author Series welcomes acclaimed writers, rabbis, and thinkers to share their newest works and the ideas behind them. Covering topics from Jewish identity and spirituality to history, politics, and personal journeys, each event offers a chance to engage directly with voices shaping contemporary Jewish thought. These conversations inspire reflection, dialogue, and connection—inviting our community to explore literature as a pathway into deeper understanding of Jewish life today.
Learn Hebrew @ B'nai Torah
Our Hebrew program offers opportunities for learners at every level to build skills, confidence, and connection to Jewish life. From mastering the alphabet and learning to read, to practicing conversation, exploring prayer fluency, or joining a Hebrew speakers’ circle, classes are designed to be supportive, engaging, and practical. Whether you are just beginning or looking to expand your knowledge, Hebrew study at B’nai Torah opens doors to language, tradition, and community.
Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning Classes
The Florence Melton School at B’nai Torah offers adults a rich and meaningful way to deepen Jewish understanding through academically grounded, pluralistic study that connects tradition with modern life. With classes online and hybrid, over six to twenty weeks, learners explore topics like the Arab–Israeli conflict, biblical texts, modern Jewish identity, antisemitism, Zionism, and more. Taught by experienced instructors, Melton classes are interactive, intellectually engaging, and designed to make Jewish texts and ideas accessible and relevant. Tuition applies, with scholarships available.
Class Information & Registration
Most Lillian, Philip, and Gerry Cooperman Academy for Adult Jewish Learning classes are free and open to the community. We kindly ask that you consider a donation to support Adult Education so we can continue offering the high-quality learning you value. Non-members are welcome to join at a nominal fee.
Advance online registration is required for each class. This helps our teachers
prepare, ensures proper room assignments, and lets us know if you’ll attend in person or online. We offer hybrid learning when possible, but please note that hybrid classes are not recorded.
We look forward to learning together in the year ahead!