Congregation Beth Israel

Congregation Beth Israel

Home to the Jewish Community of Lebanon, Pennsylvania

Adult Education

We are committed to teaching Judaism as relevant to our modern lives and enlightened by our ancient texts. It is our hope that ongoing learning by our adult members will not only foster Jewish literacy, but also nurture a lifelong commitment to the Jewish community.

Please contact the office for more information

Upcoming Learning

03 Aug

Torah Discussion with a Schmear

August 3, 2024    
10:45 am - 12:00 pm
Join us to discuss Parshat Hashavuah over brunch after our Shabbat in 60. - Hybrid - link distributed to members by email.
12 Aug

Lunch & Learn - The Way of Solomon

August 12, 2024    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Explore Kohelet-Ecclesiastes guided by Rami Shapiro's The Way of Solomon. Bring a dairy or pareve lunch and join us the second Monday of the month. Please [...]
07 Sep

Torah Discussion with a Schmear

September 7, 2024    
10:45 am - 12:00 pm
Join us to discuss Parshat Hashavuah over brunch after our Shabbat in 60. - Hybrid - link distributed to members by email.
09 Sep

Lunch and Learn - Stories of Music

September 9, 2024    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join us to explore various aspects of Jewish music and the role of music in our lives with lessons curated by the Lowell Milken Center [...]
05 Oct

Torah Discussion with a Schmear

October 5, 2024    
10:45 am - 12:00 pm
Join us to discuss Parshat Hashavuah over brunch after our Shabbat in 60. - Hybrid - link distributed to members by email.
14 Oct

Lunch and Learn - Stories of Music

October 14, 2024    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join us to explore various aspects of Jewish music and the role of music in our lives with lessons curated by the Lowell Milken Center [...]
02 Nov

Torah Discussion with a Schmear

November 2, 2024    
10:45 am - 12:00 pm
Join us to discuss Parshat Hashavuah over brunch after our Shabbat in 60. - Hybrid - link distributed to members by email.
07 Dec

Torah Discussion with a Schmear

December 7, 2024    
10:45 am - 12:00 pm
Join us to discuss Parshat Hashavuah over brunch after our Shabbat in 60. - Hybrid - link distributed to members by email.

 

 

Past Classes

19 Mar

Penn State University Jewish Studies Program Lecture Series

March 19, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
For more information see the flyer from Central PA Small Congregations 2024-03-19 Bettina Brandt flyer Here is the registration link. Once registered, you will receive [...]
14 Apr

Shepherd - The Story of a Hero Dog

April 14, 2024    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
1930 the Nuremberg Laws are passed forbidding Jews to own pets. Kaleb, a German Shepherd is separated from his Jewish family and beloved 10 year [...]
13 May

Lunch & Learn - The Way of Solomon

May 13, 2024    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Explore Kohelet-Ecclesiastes guided by Rami Shapiro's The Way of Solomon. Bring a dairy or pareve lunch and join us the second Monday of the month. Please [...]
02 Jun

JCLP Israel Series Programs -- The New Generation Gap: How Jews View Israel

June 2, 2024    
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Registration is required https://e12j.short.gy/ZQBJXM Also screening in Sisterhood Hall - Let's have a watch party.
10 Jun

Lunch & Learn - The Way of Solomon

June 10, 2024    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Explore Kohelet-Ecclesiastes guided by Rami Shapiro's The Way of Solomon. Bring a dairy or pareve lunch and join us the second Monday of the month. Please [...]
Tikkun Leil Shavuot

Tikkun Leil Shavuot

June 11, 2024    
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Screening of Nazi Town, USA followed by discussion and dairy treats! Sisterhood Hall
06 Jul

Torah Discussion with a Schmear

July 6, 2024    
10:45 am - 12:00 pm
Join us to discuss Parshat Hashavuah over brunch after our Shabbat in 60. - Hybrid - link distributed to members by email.