Adult Learning
Adult Learning
Havurah's Lifelong Learning Committee coordinates Havurah's Adult Education. The committee is co-chaired by Eve Berry and Richard Goldenberg.
Adult learning falls into three broad categories: Expressive (hands-on, experiential learning, like cooking or constructing ritual garments); Culture (classes in history and literature); and Spiritual Practice (prayer, Hebrew, Torah study). Members of the committee reach out and listen to the interests of the community, mindful to be responsive to changing needs and interests over time. The committee offers regularly scheduled foundational classes along with other creative learning opportunities. You can read the committee's charter and specific tasks here.
Havurah's adult learning opportunities are available to all members free of charge, though a materials fee may apply. See our online calendar for details. Non-members are welcome as space allows, though we ask that you consider making a donation to Havurah Shalom. Materials fees may also apply. Classes with participant limits will open to non-members one week before the start of class, if space is available.
If you're interested in a multi-year learning process focused on Torah and prayer, please see our Adult B'nei Mitzvah program by clicking here.
2024-2025 Classes
See the Limud Adult Learning Course Schedule 5785 (2024-2025). Additional Adult Learning (a.k.a. Lifelong Learning) courses may be added to Havurah's calendar.
To sign up for a particular class, visit the Havurah calendar and RSVP/register on the event page for a class starting/taking place on a given date.
Sun, January 18 2026
29 Tevet 5786
Need Help? If you are a Havurah member in need of help, log in to find resources here.
Upcoming Events
IP = In person only (normally at Havurah Shalom);
ZM = On Zoom/online only;
HYB = In person and online; and
ANN = In person at Havurah's Annex.
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Monday ,
JanJanuary 19 , 2026MLK Day Racial Justice, Teen, and Sanctuary Event
Monday, Jan 19th 12:00p to 2:30p
Join Havurah Teens on Martin Luther King, Jr Day to assemble support packages for families affected by ICE raids. We will also watch a movie about King's work with the Sanitation Workers' Union. A pizza lunch will be provided! This event is for Havurah Shalom teens. We look forward to seeing you! -
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JanJanuary 19 , 2026Havurahnik Mahjong Group
Monday, Jan 19th 1:00p to 4:00p
Just for Havurah members, our Mahjong Group is a fun, social activity that builds community, encouraging new friendships and cementing old ones. And while some of us may play elsewhere as well, we all agreed that restoring its place as an ongoing congregational activity will be a good fit for Havurah and those of us who play or want to learn the game. -
Monday ,
JanJanuary 19 , 2026(IP) MACG Leadership Retreat
Monday, Jan 19th 4:00p to 7:00p
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Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 20 , 2026(HYB) Finance Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Jan 20th 5:00p to 6:30p
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Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 20 , 2026(IP) Beginner Torah Trope
Tuesday, Jan 20th 7:00p to 8:30p
You, too, can learn how to chant the Torah. This beautiful, ancient system is a treat to learn, and inspiring to sing. Ken Lerner will teach you everything you need to connect with this heritage and become a proud “leyner,” or Torah chanter. -
Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 21 , 2026(IP) Sanctuary Meeting
Wednesday, Jan 21st 3:30p to 5:30p
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Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 21 , 2026(IP) Middle School
Wednesday, Jan 21st 6:30p to 8:30p
For grades 7 and 8. -
Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 21 , 2026(IP) High School
Wednesday, Jan 21st 6:30p to 8:30p
For grades 9-12. -
Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 21 , 2026(ZM) Reconstructionism and Zionism: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives
Wednesday, Jan 21st 7:00p to 8:30p
Guest presenter Rabbi Laurie Zimmerman will talk with us about Reconstructing Judaism's past, present, and future approaches to Zionism. -
Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 21 , 2026(IP) Adult B'nei Mitzvah
Wednesday, Jan 21st 7:00p to 8:15p
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