Temple Bat Yam offers two regular adult learning opportunities. One takes place every other week, and one takes place monthly at the Temple Building.
Torah Study at the Lake
Every other Thursdays 12-1pm – Bring Your Own Lunch
A lively discussion on the weekly Torah portion facilitated by Rabbi Evon Yakar and Devorah Cohen.
TJC Beit Midrash “Study Hall”
Tahoe Jewish Community (TJC), a project of North Tahoe Hebrew Congregation and Temple Bat Yam, is excited to engage with adult (post-B Mitzvah age) learners for a year of learning. We’ll embark on a journey beginning with what motivates us in our individual Jewish journeys and continue through the year focused on various aspects of Shabbat. As Ahad Ha’am once quipped, “More than the Jewish people have kept Shabbat, Shabbat has kept the Jewish people.” In our exploration of Shabbat, we’ll examine the historical roots from the Bible, the Rabbinic literature and practice surrounding Shabbat, have the opportunity to become Shabbat leaders, and more. When sessions occur on Tuesdays/Thursdays they will be 630-8pm. Feel free to join for each session throughout the year, or pick and choose the topics of interest.
**Depending on weather, realities, accessibility and schedules some of these sessions will be virtual (zoom), some multiple-access (both in person and zoom), or some only in person. Please take note of this AND watch calendar/weekly e-newsletters for any changes/updates.
Tentative Calendar Dates (Please confirm any date changes on the Main Temple Calendar)
June 25th: Why be Jewish?
July 18th: The Four Mitzvot of Shabbat
August 22nd: Tefilah, Learner’s Minyan part 1
September 19th: Ma’aseh Breshit/Story of Creation, Part 1
November 21st: Shamor and Zachor
December 12th: Kavod and Oneg
January 24th: Tefilah, Learner’s Minyan part 2, Friday Co-leading Shabbat
February 13th: Ma’aseh Breshit/Story of Creation, Part 2
March 20th: Shabbat Poetry
April 3rd: Shabbat HaGadol, Passover and the concept of Shabbat Kedusha
May 9th: Learner’s Minyan Part 3, Friday as part of Shabbat
June 2nd: Why be Jewish?
There is no fee for these classes or meetings and membership in TBY is not required, but always welcome! Donations to the General Fund of the Temple support Rabbi Evon’s presence in our community and are encouraged for participation in our classes.