USA 2024 | Director: Steven Pressman | English | 50 minutes Documentary In recent years, hundreds of Confederate monuments and memorials have been taken down throughout the United States, largely in response to the Black Lives Matter movement and related protests against the Civil War’s bitter legacy of slavery and racism. But who knew that...
Israel 2023 | Director: Adar Shafran | Hebrew with English subtitles | 104 minutes Comedy/Drama Omari, a young Eritrean refugee living in Israel is about to be deported. Managing to dodge the immigration authorities at the airport at the last moment, he runs straight into the hands of fans of the “Maccabi Netanya” soccer team,...
North American Premiere Israel/Italy 2024 | Director: Nir Bergman | Hebrew with English subtitles | 106 minutes Drama In an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community in Jerusalem, Bati has a seemingly perfect life. She is happily married to Lazer and the young couple have three children. But their world starts to crumble when Lazer is blackmailed, and...
This year, Judaism 201 will continue exploring commentaries on the Torah throughout the ages with Rabbi Russ. We will start with the great Maimonides and his contemporaries, and then, proceed backwards in time looking at the esteemed Rashi and some of the earliest Kabbalistic works. Come be a part of the journey and expand your...
Join us for an exciting Games Night at Beth Tzedec! This event is open to all ages and promises an evening filled with laughter, strategy, and friendly competition. Bring your favourite board games, card games, or any other tabletop games to share and enjoy with the community. Whether you’re a seasoned strategist, a casual gamer,...
Shabbat is not only a time for rest. It is also a time to expand one’s mind through learning Torah in community. Please join us for Seudah Shelishit as we explore the wonders of the Zohar, the central work in Kabbalah literature, and its attempt to uncover the hidden meanings behind the world of appearances. Sponsorships for...
Learn the language of our heritage and homeland from experienced Hebrew instructor Orly Shalev. On Sunday mornings from September through May, beginners and more experienced students are invited to join us and embark on a rewarding journey into the world of Hebrew! Beginners will join us from 9:30am to 10:15am to learn the Hebrew letters,...
This year, Judaism 201 will continue exploring commentaries on the Torah throughout the ages with Rabbi Russ. We will start with the great Maimonides and his contemporaries, and then, proceed backwards in time looking at the esteemed Rashi and some of the earliest Kabbalistic works. Come be a part of the journey and expand your...
Join Rabbi Cantor Russ this November as he leads us through an exploration of the Jewish prophets that arose after the exiles returned from Babylon. The books in the Tanach from this period contain some of the deepest insights found in any of the prophetic writings and are worth more detailed attention and study. Registration...
Designed for those interested in converting to Judaism – or anyone who could use a Judaism 101 refresher – our Keruv class covers a number of Jewish topics and incorporates lectures, group text-studies, discussions, and experiential activities. Our class meets online for two hours on Thursday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, with occasional field trips...
Make your Shabbat morning extra special with activities for families of all ages. Join us in singing, moving, sharing, and reflecting while we celebrate together. While registration is not required, it is appreciated.
Shabbat is not only a time for rest. It is also a time to expand one’s mind through learning Torah in community. Please join us for Seudah Shelishit as we explore the wonders of the Zohar, the central work in Kabbalah literature, and its attempt to uncover the hidden meanings behind the world of appearances. Sponsorships for...
Learn the language of our heritage and homeland from experienced Hebrew instructor Orly Shalev. On Sunday mornings from September through May, beginners and more experienced students are invited to join us and embark on a rewarding journey into the world of Hebrew! Beginners will join us from 9:30am to 10:15am to learn the Hebrew letters,...
This year, Judaism 201 will continue exploring commentaries on the Torah throughout the ages with Rabbi Russ. We will start with the great Maimonides and his contemporaries, and then, proceed backwards in time looking at the esteemed Rashi and some of the earliest Kabbalistic works. Come be a part of the journey and expand your...
NEW LOCATION! Join Us for Learning and Philosophy at Masala Art! On the last Wednesday of (nearly) every month, Beth Tzedec invites you to Masala Art for a night of engaging conversation and learning. Enjoy a drink and some food while delving into the Tanach from a philosophical perspective through the works of Leon Kass...
Designed for those interested in converting to Judaism – or anyone who could use a Judaism 101 refresher – our Keruv class covers a number of Jewish topics and incorporates lectures, group text-studies, discussions, and experiential activities. Our class meets online for two hours on Thursday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, with occasional field trips...
