iEngage: Together and Apart Class
2025-06-04 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-06-18 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
A series from the Shalom Hartman Institute of Israel
Today we face new challenges to our unity including nationalism, antisemitism, dual loyalty, and identity politics. The curriculum examines the forces dividing the Jewish people today and it imagines new conceptual frameworks that can help sustain and grow the story of our people for a new millennium.
This is a 17 session, virtual class on Zoom.
Instructor: Rabbi Cohen
Wednesdays, Starting September 18
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Fee: $180

Weekly Torah Study
2025-06-05 12:30 - 13:30
WEEKLY TORAH STUDY
Take your lunch break every Thursday and study the Torah portion with Rabbi Klein! We’ll dive into the weekly text in search of connection to our Jewish past, present, and future. No prior study or Hebrew knowledge required, all are welcome.
Hybrid: Come in person for a bagel nosh or zoom in to join the conversation.
Facilitator: Rabbi Klein
Thursdays from Sept. 12, 2024 – June 5, 2025
12:30 pm
More info here

iEngage: Together and Apart
2025-09-03 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-09-10 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-09-17 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-10-15 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-11-05 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-11-12 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-11-19 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-03 10:30 - 12:00 and 2 more dates
A series from the Shalom Hartman Institute of Israel
Today we face new challenges to our unity including nationalism, antisemitism, dual loyalty, and identity politics. We will explore what it means to be a member of the Jewish people, the core values that animate Jewish peoplehood, and the contemporary challenges to Jewish unity.
Select Wednesdays, September 3 – December 17
10:30am-12pm
On ZOOM
Instructor: Rabbi Cohen
Fee: $100 members; $125 non-members
Contact Tracy Horwitz for more information.

Meditation
2025-09-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-21 10:00 - 11:00
Life today can be fast-paced and demanding, but meditation offers a powerful path to peace and balance. Join us to reduce anxiety, enhance focus, and cultivate a deeper sense of ease and resilience in everyday life.
Starts September 16!
First and Third Tuesdays of the month, 10am
Facilitator: Anne Sussman, a certified meditation and mindfulness instructor
Contact Tracy Horwitz for more information.

Sweet New Year Cooking Class
2025-09-17 19:00 - 21:00
Come join us for a fun and delicious cooking class to celebrate Rosh Hashanah! Spend time sharing your memories with your TSTI family while learning to make: sweet noodle kugel with apples and raisins, roasted tzimmes salad with tahini sauce, apple and honey galettes served with Moroccan mint tea.
Wednesday, September 17
7pm, in the TSTI Kitchen
Instructor: Tsipi Kaplan
Members only. Open to the first 15 people only.
$36
Contact Tracy Horwitz for details.

Hot Take with Rabbi Cohen
2025-10-28 19:00 - 20:00

Understanding the Current Moment: Insights from the ADL
2025-10-30 19:00 - 20:00
Understanding the Current Moment: Insights from the ADL
with Kenny Jacobson of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and Rabbi Cohen
Join us for an important and timely conversation with Kenny Jacobson of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and Rabbi Cohen. Together, they will share their perspectives on the evolving situation in the Middle East, the rise of antisemitism, both in the U.S. and abroad, and how the ADL is responding to new and amplified challenges in the wake of October 7, 2023 and the release of the hostages on October 13, 2025.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insight from two respected voices at the forefront of advocacy and education during these complex times.
Thursday, October 30
7:00 pm
on Zoom
Register here to get the Zoom link.

Jewish Meditation
2025-12-02 10:00 - 11:00

Chanukah Cooking Class
2025-12-03 19:00 - 21:00

Women Heroism in the Hanukkah Tradition — Reshaping Jewish Narrative
2025-12-15 19:00 - 20:30
Hanukkah is a story of light and miracles, but it is equally defined by the potent narratives of female bravery.
This dynamic lecture will unveil the stories of Judith, Hannah (the Hasmonean Daughter), and Miriam/Hannah with her Seven Sons—women who operated at the brink, where the destiny of the nation met the intense pressure of “female honor.” We’ll examine how each presented a different model of heroism—from Kiddush Hashem (Sanctification of God’s Name) to resistance against forced assimilation—and how these ancient tales utilize “Feminine Power” to change fate.
How do these stories shape the broader Jewish narrative, and what does true heroism mean for our identity today?
Monday, December 15, 7 p.m.
Facilitators: Rabbi Michal Ken-Tor & Yarden Van Spier
at Temple Sharey Tefilo-Israel
Co-sponsored with Congregation Beth El, Oheb Shalom, Temple B’nai Jeshurun, Temple Sinai
Register Here

Challah Baking
2026-01-22 19:00 - 21:00
Tu B’Shevat Challah Baking

A hands-on challah making class where you’ll learn the art and tradition behind this beloved braided bread.
Thursday, January 22, 7 p.m.
Instructor: Cantor Rebecca Moses
$36/person

Mah Jongg Night
2026-01-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-02 19:00 - 21:00
A night filled with laughter, teamwork, and friendly competition! All levels welcome.
Mondays: January 26 & February 2
7 – 9 p.m.
Members: Free; Non-member: $18

Meditation
2026-02-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-17 10:00 - 11:00

Adult Purim Cooking Class
2026-02-25 19:00 - 21:00

Summer Torah Study (Zoom)
2026-06-11 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-06-18 12:30 - 13:30
