Israel Update with Avi Ben-Hur
Classrooms Without Borders scholar Avi Ben-Hur presents analysis into the complex war in Israel as it unfold. 2 p.m. cwbpgh.org/event/israel-update-with-avi-ben-hur-12/?mc_cid=3e7160b202&mc_eid=300cbb162
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Melton – Ethics & Crossroads
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh virtually presents two Melton courses back-to-back, Ethics and Crossroads. In Ethis, learn how Jewish teachings shed light on Jewish issues. Crossroads will present an emphasis on reclaiming the richness of Jewish history. 7 p.m. $300 for this 25-session series (book included). jewishpgh.org/series/melton-ethics-crossroads
Rosh Chodesh Gathering
Women are invited to join Chabad of Squirrel Hill on Zoom for a Rosh Chodesh gathering and to hear words of wisdom on the month of Teves. 7:30 p.m. chabadpgh.com
Advanced Community Active Threat Training (CATT)
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh presents, Advanced Community Active Threat Training, a four-part course that will address: The mind of the active shooter predator vs. prey, situational awareness and survival mindset. Basic self-defense techniques. Weapons awareness and disarming techniques. Reality based training. 2 p.m. Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave. jewishpgh.org/event/advanced-catt
Online Parashah Study Groups
Join a lay-led Online Parashah Study Group to discuss the week's Torah portion. All classes meet online. No Hebrew knowledge is needed. The goal is to build community while deepening understanding of the text. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/online-parashah.
Torah 2
H. Arnold and Adrien B. Gefsky Community Scholar Rabbi Danny Schiff presents Torah 2. Understanding the Torah and what it asks of us is perhaps one of the most important things that a Jew can learn. In Torah 2, Schiff will explore the second half of Leviticus and all of Numbers and Deuteronomy. $225. Zoom. […]
Monday Talmud Study
Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's Monday Talmud Study. 9:15 a.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/mondaytalmud.
The Israeli Political System
Israeli politics is at the center of many critical Jewish conversations. But how does the Israeli political system really work? Over four sessions, Rabbi Danny Schiff will describe how the Knesset functions, how elections are handled, and how the courts, the laws and the demographics make Israel so politically unusual. Noon. $55. jewishpgh.org/series/the-israeli-political-system
Parashah Discussion: Life & Text
Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.
Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group
Join AgeWell for an Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group, geared towards anyone who has children, grandchildren, a spouse, siblings or parents. Family Dynamics is a fascinating topic and whether you have family harmony or strife, these discussions are going to be thought provoking and a help. Lead by Intergenerational Specialist/Presenter and Educator Audree Schall. Third […]
Squirrel Hill AARP December Meeting
Join the Squirrel Hill AARP for their holiday meeting and party. There will be bingo with prizes, a Sarris gift basket and special refreshments in addition to the meeting. 1 p.m. Rodef Shalom Congregation, Falk Library. For more information contact President Marcia Kramer at 412-656-5803.
United In Laughter
Join Shaare Torah and Poale Zedeck for United in Laughter, an evening of achdut and comedyto support United Hatzalah, featuring international Jewish comedy sensation Eli Lebowicz. $72. 5:30 p.m. Shaare Torah social hall, 2319 Murray Ave. shaaretorah.net/event/comedy2023
Online Parashah Study Groups
Join a lay-led Online Parashah Study Group to discuss the week's Torah portion. All classes meet online. No Hebrew knowledge is needed. The goal is to build community while deepening understanding of the text. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/online-parashah.
Torah 2
H. Arnold and Adrien B. Gefsky Community Scholar Rabbi Danny Schiff presents Torah 2. Understanding the Torah and what it asks of us is perhaps one of the most important things that a Jew can learn. In Torah 2, Schiff will explore the second half of Leviticus and all of Numbers and Deuteronomy. $225. Zoom. […]
Monday Talmud Study
Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's Monday Talmud Study. 9:15 a.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/mondaytalmud.