Upcoming Programs

Rabbi Tamar Elad-Appelbaum

One of Israel's Most Inspiring Leaders and Elegant Thinkers

Shabbat of Friday-Saturday, December 1-2
Friday dinner at 7:00 pm, Friday December 1
Register for dinner by Friday, November 24 
Rabbi Elad-Appelbaum is the founder and spiritual leader of Kehilat Zion of Jerusalem and co-founder of the seminary for Israeli rabbis of Hamidrasha and the Hartman Institute. Rabbi Elad-Appelbaum's works to advance a Jewish spiritual and ethical renaissance.  In 2010 she was named by the Forward as one of the most influential religious leaders in Israel.  KI is honored to present her with our Third Commonwealth Prize for her historic leadership in helping to found 'Israeli Judaism'. Click here to hear a portion of a podcast Rabbi Elad-Appelbaum was featured on.

Rabbi Elad-Appelbaum will teach at Shabbat dinner on Friday, December 1. We will join Congregation Mishkan Tefila for the meal. Dinner will start at 7:00 pm and is $20 per person. The registration deadline is Friday, November 24. Please register online or call the KI office at 617-277-9155.

Join us for Games Kiddush

This Saturday November 18
12:30 - 2:30 pm in Epstein
A low-key extended Kiddush to enjoy games of all sorts. Families, young adults, seniors - all ages are welcome. Play with people you know, or meet someone new. Everything from checkers to "Spot It" to "Catan" and more. No experience necessary!
 

August in Israel

This Saturday, November 18
During Shabbat Kiddush, 12:00 pm in Epstein
& Home session Sunday night, November 19
To learn more about our plans to host KI and Campus-wide families and individuals in Israel this coming August (2018), please join us to learn more about the unique dimensions of what we’re planning on Shabbat Kiddush on November 18 and at a private home on Sunday night November 19.  For more details, contact the KI Office: info@congki.org or 617-277-9155. 
 

Women, Gender, and Sexuality in Talmud

This Sunday, November 19
9:30 - 10:15 am
RSVP online
This course will focus on select passages from the Talmud, and look at them to discover how ancient rabbis saw women and the power relationship between women and men.  We will meet a few well-known women in the texts, and consider both explicit and subversive messages about women and their rights and roles, as well.  All learning backgrounds are welcome. Course will be co-taught by Rabbi Talya Weisbard Shalem and Rabbi Lior Nevo.
 

Israeli Political Tradition & the Men Who Made It with Rabbi David Starr

Sundays, 10:30 - 11:15 am
This Sunday, November 19
Following Sundays, December 10 & 17
Register here: $18 per session
Examine the history and ideas of Israeli politics through the study of some of the country’s central political thinkers and leaders.

Kehillath Israel Preschool (KINS) Open House

Tuesday, November 28
7:00 pm
Use the preschool entrance
(Second door past the ramp on Williams St.)
KI Preschool cordially invites all parents and friends with toddler and preschool children to our fall Open House.

Hear about our full-day and half-day program options (8am-6pm), which includes wonderful enrichment programs! Come meet teachers, tour classrooms, and talk with current parents.

For more information please call the preschool office: (617) 731-9006, or email: preschool@congki.org. Kindly RSVP by November 20. Looking forward to welcoming you and your family.  “Preview” us at: www.kins.congki.org

KINS is a NAEYC Accredited early childhood program.
 

Kindergarten 101:
What to Expect While Looking Ahead

With Kehillath Israel Preschool (KINS)
Thursday, November 30
7:00 pm in the Library
KI Preschool cordially invites all parents and friends to an evening panel discussion on kindergarten readiness.

Panel representatives will include: Brookline Public Schools; Jewish Community Day School (JCDS); the Rashi School; and Solomon Schechter Day School (SSDS).

For more information call the preschool office: (617) 731-9006, or email: preschool@congki.org. Kindly RSVP by November 20. For details www.kins.congki.org

Cuddle Up Shabbat

Friday, December 8, 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Home-hosted event
RSVP to info@congki.org for the address
RSVP deadline Tuesday, December 5
Join us for a warm & friendly Friday night gathering for families! We'll welcome Shabbat together with song, stories, and movement. Afterwards, we'll gather for a kid-friendly & free dinner.

It will be hosted at a KI member’s home. RSVP to info@congki.org and the address will be sent closer to the event.  All are welcome!

Ongoing Classes

Tuesdays:

Hebrew Play

 

Tuesdays, 9:30 - 10:15 am in the Library
Each class builds interaction between parent and child through songs, dance, stories and games - all in Hebrew! We will create a fun space for you and your child. We will meet with more parents and experience together activities related to the seasons, holidays and events throughout the Hebrew calendar.​ Classes are for walkers to children age five years old. Click here for the full fall schedule or to register for class.

 

 

Thursdays:

Advanced Talmud

Topic: Maimonides Discussion of the Afterlife in Judaism

Thursdays, 11:00 am in the Library
This is an on-going class taught by Rabbi Joseph Schultz. New participants are welcome. If you would like to receive email class updates, please contact the main office.

 

Saturdays:

Shabbat Talmud Study Group

Our weekly Talmud study sessions meet Shabbat afternoons whenever two or more sign up to attend.  No knowledge of Hebrew or Aramaic needed.  Beginners welcome.  Advanced learners also welcome.  Contact Bruce Weinstock for information: brucewweinstock@gmail.com.