The History, Power, and Poetry of Our Shabbat Evening Service Liturgy

The History, Power, and Poetry of Our Shabbat Evening Service Liturgy Led by Rabbi Jennifer Frenkel Three Wednesdays, March 11, 18 & 25, 10:30-11:45 am (Hybrid) In this 3-session class, we will take a look at the prayers we recite each Friday evening and learn what they meant in their historical context, the power and […]

More Books They Never Taught Us

More Books They Never Taught Us  Led by Rabbi Richard Address Three Wednesdays, February 11, 18 & 25, 10:30-11:45 am (Zoom only) Feb. 11: Joshua and Judges: Moses dies, Joshua rises, and chaos ensues Feb. 18: Proverbs: Ancient wisdom and modern application Feb. 25: The Book of Esther: Why is this book for Purim and […]

The Torah of Belonging

The Torah of Belonging Led by Rabbi Ariel Milan-Polisar Three Wednesdays, January 14, 21 & 28, 10:30-11:45 am (Hybrid) Join Rabbi Milan-Polisar to explore her learnings thus far from the 18Doors Rukin Rabbinic Fellowship. One of the biggest challenges that faces the Jewish world today is how we decide who belongs in our spaces, on […]

Some “Isms” That Transformed Judaism

Some “Isms” That Transformed Judaism Led by Rabbi Richard Address Three Wednesdays, December 3, 10 & 17, 10:30-11:45 am Dec. 3: Pharisaism and the Birth of Rabbinic Judaism Dec. 10: Hasidism and the Foundations for Modern Orthodoxy Dec. 17: Zionism: Has the “Dream” Died? This series is offered at no cost for congregants and $10 […]

Holy Light

Holy Light: Introduction to the Major Ideas in Jewish Mysticism Led by Rabbi Jennifer Frenkel Three Wednesdays, November 5, 12 & 19, 10:30-11:45 am (Hybrid) Kabbalah, the spiritual heart of Jewish thought, explores the nature of God, the universe, and our inner world. Together, we’ll uncover the historical origins of Kabbalah, explore the sefirot (divine […]

But Doctor, What Guidance Can My Judaism Give Me?

But Doctor, What Guidance Can My Judaism Give Me? Led by Rabbi Richard Address Three Wednesdays, October 15, 22 & 29, 10:30-11:45 am (Hybrid) A series of discussions on how Jewish texts can relate to, guide, and support medical decisions. We will examine actual cases from some of our physicians and then examine the richness […]

Tot Shabbat Family Dinner & Service

Tot Family Dinner 5:15 pm Tot Shabbat Service 6:00 pm Join us for a pizza and salad dinner (5:15 pm), a child-friendly Shabbat service (6:00 pm), and a yummy Oneg. $18 per family for dinner. Kindly register for dinner by the Wednesday prior to each scheduled Tot Shabbat evening. Open to the community. Kol Ami […]

Club K’ton (Grades K-2): Sukkahtopia

Come join your friends for a day of fun at Sukkahtopia! You will be able to eat lunch in the sukkah, make your own edible sukkah, and so much more. Youth Group Members $10 Non-Members $12 Please register by October 8 so we can adequately prepare. For more information, please contact Youth Advisor, Kammy Heffernan […]

First Thursdays: The Role of Music in Jewish Ritual

First Thursdays: The Role of Music in Jewish Ritual, with Ira S. Miller, PhD This lecture looks at the role that music has played in Jewish worship through the ages and how it enhances the ritual experience. Going back to around 40,000 BCE, bone flutes, along with rhythmic drumming and vocalizations were likely used to […]

Red Cross Blood Drive

Kindness is in your blood. To schedule an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org (Sponsor Code: Kol Ami CH) or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Walk-ins are also welcome. While the actual donation takes only about 10 minutes, please allow an hour of time for the entire process. Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 […]