Temple Beth Abraham’s Adult Education Committee creates a rich array of classes and events for adult learners. Events include two ongoing Book Clubs, weekly Mah Jongg and Canasta games, Torah study with Rabbi Holtz, and a Women’s Circle program.
The chair of our Adult Ed committee is Claire Zucker.
For more information about TBA’s Adult Education Programming or to join the Adult Education Committee, please e-mail: adulted@tba-ny.org
MAH JONGG
MONDAYS, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Meetings take place weekly at Temple Beth Abraham
This is a friendly, non-competitive (no betting) gathering.
Email adulted@tba-ny.org or call the temple office (914) 631-1770 for more information.
Free for Temple members; $3.00/session for guests.
WEDNESDAYS, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
This is a friendly, non-competitive (no betting) gathering.
Email adulted@tba-ny.org or call the temple office (914) 631-1770 for more information.
Free for Temple members; $5.00/session for guests.
TORAH STUDY
WEDNESDAYS, 10:00am-11:00am
Torah Study takes place in person in the Michael Karnes Conference Center at Temple Beth Abraham and on Zoom.
For Zoom links, please email info@tba-ny.org by the Tuesday prior at noon.
The class goes at its own pace through the Five Books of Moses (Torah), The Prophets (N’Vi’Im), and Writings (K’tuvim) (T-N-K or Tanakh) in English. You do not need to have previous knowledge of Torah, and you may join in at any point in the cycle.
There is no fee to attend.
SATURDAYS, during Conservative Services (In person and on Zoom)
Every week, we discuss the Parsha (Torah portion) that we read at services.
CANASTA
WEDNESDAYS, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Learn how to play the game!
Meetings take place weekly at Temple Beth Abraham
Initially this is an instructional class to learn to play the game. Those who need a refresher are also welcome to join us. In the future, we will organize weekly games for those who know how to play.
Email adulted@tba-ny.org or call the temple office (914) 631-1770 for more information.
MOVIE MAVENS
Movie Mavens meets monthly from September or October (depending upon the timing of the High Holydays) through May. We watch movies with Jewish themes. At the conclusion of the film, we have a moderated discussion.
Movie screenings alternate between in person and on Zoom each month
Next Movie Mavens: Saturday, November 16 at 7:00pm in person.
If you would like to suggest a movie for consideration for the 2024-2025 calendar, please email us at adulted@tba-ny.org
$5.00 per person suggested donation for guests. No charge for members.
BOOK CLUBS
Books & More – the Daytime Book club
Bi Monthly. On a Friday from 10:00am to 11:30am
NEXT MEETING: Friday, November 15
Kantika: A Novel by Elizabeth Graver
Inspired by the 20th-century migrations of her grandmother, Elizabeth Graver’s new novel, “Kantika,” depicts lives filled with music, ritual and hardship across continents and cultures.
Moderated by a congregant
$3.00 suggested donation per guest.
RSVP: (914) 631-1770 adulted@tba-ny.org
Books@Night – the Evening Book Club
Bi Monthly. Usually on a Wednesday from 7:00pm to 8:30pm
NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, November 13
My Promised Land: The Triumph and Tragedy of Israel by Ari Shavit
Shavit’s book covers Israel’s history from the founding of the Kibbutzim to the present. He analyzes the Jewish state’s response to the Arab Spring, its relationship with the West Bank, and its efforts to reach an accord with the Palestinians. Shavit also explores the threat of a nuclear Iran.
Moderated by a congregant
$3.00 suggested donation per guest.
RSVP: (914) 631-1770 adulted@tba-ny.org
ADULT ED LECTURES
Temple Beth Abraham’s Adult Education Committee presents:
FIVE GREAT AMERICAN COMPOSERS OF THE FIRST HALF OF THE 20th CENTURY: Kern, Berlin, Gershwin, Rodgers, & Arlen
with Marshall Zucker
Thursday, November 14 at 7:30pm on ZOOM
Click HERE to register
Join us as Marshall shares recordings and enlightens us with the history and backstories of these composers.
Marshall Zucker is a retired Principal and Teacher from the Elmont School District. He is currently a Hebrew School Educator on Long Island. He plays the vibraphone and performed with bands in his younger days. Now Marshall enjoys performing for his little granddaughter, Maddyn.
Optional: Bring your siddur (prayer book) to the Zoom to experience a unique surprise closing activity.
WOMEN’S CIRCLE
Women’s circle meets monthly on a Friday from September through June.
Next Meeting: Friday, November 22 (in person or on Zoom) at 5:45pm
Join us for a discussion led by Marla Peers, TBA Educator and chair of the Israel Committee: “Four (Hatikvah) Questions About Israel”
Please register at: bit.ly/TBAWomenNov2024
Bring a bag supper to enjoy or a nosh to share after Women’s Circle and before Shabbat Services.
There is no charge for this program.
Guests are welcome.
COOKING IN THE TBA KITCHEN WITH JANE RUBIN
OH FUDGE!
Join Jane Ruin in the TBA Kitchen on Tuesday, December 10 at 10:30am to make “Flypaper Fudge”
Space is limited to 8 people
Please register at: bit.ly/TBA-Fudge
We’ll make a basic gluten-free chocolate fudge recipe and then choose from a variety of additions to make a yummy treat!
All ingredients will be provided, including a carry-home container.
Please bring an apron if you use one.
There is no charge for this program.
Guests are welcome.
