Upcoming Programs

Jewish Learning Summit

This Sunday, October 22
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
At KI: Library & Downstairs Classrooms
RSVP online to help us get a headcount
Do you love learning at the Community Tikkun Leil Shavuot in Brookline and wish we could recreate it at other times during the year?  Are you interested in Jewish learning, but aren't sure what's available to you?  Have you always wanted to go to a class, but the timing hasn't worked?  The Jewish Learning Summit will give you a chance to preview new class offerings for the Fall, get a taste of existing classes offered on the campus, and mingle with friends over good learning (and of course some nosh)!
 

Torah Godly Play with Rabbi Michelle Shire

Sunday, October 22 at KI
RSVP online - limited spots!
Educator session: 9:30-10:15 am
Family session: 12:00-12:30 am
We are thrilled to offer two sessions of Torah Godly Play with Rabbi Michael Shire--one for families with young children & one for educators who are interested in learning the teaching techniques used in this special educational tool. These sessions will be capped at 10 participants each, so RSVP now to reserve your spot (1st come, 1st served)! 

Torah Godly Play is a method for teaching Torah stories that is designed to nurture the spiritual development of children including their capacity to wonder, imagine and connect. For more information about Torah Godly Play, see their website.
 

Good Eats: Israel Edition
For Teens Grades 9-12

Sunday, Oct 22
10:30 am - 12:30 pm in Epstein Kitchen
RSVP to Jessica Woolf at teens@congki.org
Come learn about the history of Israeli cuisine and how to make some favorites like Israeli salad, limonana, and kadorei shokolade! This event is open to all teens in grades 9-12.
 

Me'ah Classic: Brookline

Thursday, November 2
Following Thursdays at 7:00-9:45 pm
Register online by this Thursday, October 19
- Two people are needed in order to run this class!
$700 per student per year
Taught by Dr. Lori Hope Lefkowitz
Me'ah is a renowned learning program offered in partnership with Hebrew College and taught by top faculty in the Boston area. It is a two-year journey of Adult Learning, comprised of 100 hours of class time (Me'ah is Hebrew for the number 100) through the narrative of the Jewish people from ancient times to present. Participants delve into core texts and delve deeply into the history of four key eras-biblical, rabbinic, medieval and modern- to build a foundation of knowledge and greater meaning.
 

Jazz Concert

Thursday, October 26, 7:30 pm in Epstein
Tickets at www.centermakor.org
Leonid Ptashka has been nicknamed "the destroyer of the piano." Yaacov and Alexandra Mayman are a saxophone and drummer pair. Yaacov has been nicknamed "The Golden Saxophone of New York."

Inspo:Expo
KI to host Brookline Action Fair

Sunday, October 29
1:00 - 4:00 pm here at KI
More than ever, actions count. Join Inspo:Expo! “Inspo” means “something or someone that serves as inspiration or motivation.” Brookline people are this very definition, and KI people are known for taking initiative. Interested in doing something to help the world but don’t know where to start? Ready to engage in the New Year to make our community and our world a little better? Come to this Brookline Action Fair to connect with your neighbors who are making a difference. Have a project or an idea to share? Sign up for a table to spread the word! Learn about local social action projects that need your help. Get inspired. Volunteer. Take a stand. For more information and to reserve a table, please email Hadassah Margolis at inspoexpo.brookline@gmail.com.
 

IAC National Conference

November 3-6 in Washington, D.C.
Register online
Among the largest Israel centered gatherings in the Jewish world, the IAC National Conference features change makers across a range of fields from business, innovation, politics and education. Thousands of Jewish and Israeli-Americans take part in critical dialogues, exclusive networking opportunities, and inspiring community building sessions at the event which shapes our communal conversation, year after year. 

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.

 

Baby-Parent Pilates

 

Tuesdays, 11:00 - 11:45 am in the Library
RSVP to gonirubel@gmail.com
This Pilates class is suitable for the joint work of parent and baby (from zero to crawling). The lessons will focus on strengthening the core muscles, correct breathing, flexible mobility and listening to the body. Babies can take an active part in the class while interacting and listening to their emotional and developmental needs.
 
*Please have a yoga mat and a blanket on which the baby could lie down/play. $170 for 11 weeks or $20 for drop-in.
 

 

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.