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Adult Education

The Synagogue sponsors a variety of adult study programs, including Hebrew instruction, mini-courses and in-depth study on a wide range of topics.

Classes are held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM at Synagogue Emanu-El.

Ongoing Classes

Danish and D’rash: A sneak peek at the week’s Torah portion prior to Saturday morning services. Complete
with coffee and treats!
Saturdays, 9:00-9:30AM

Hazak: Best lunch deal in town. $3 gets you a full meal and an informative program. Geared to a senior population, but all ages are welcome!
2nd Tuesday of each month, 12 noon

Sisterhood Table: An informal class on various Judaic topics. Led by Ellen Miriam Brandwein, with special guest lessons by College of Charleston JSU Advisor Mimi Lewis.
Second Saturday of each month
About 1/2 hour after start of Kiddush

***NEW for 2011/2012!***

Haftarah: More Than Just “Half The Torah”: The weekly Haftarah (prophetic reading): great to listen to,
difficult to understand. Join Rabbi Rosenbaum to unlock the mysteries as we enter the world of Israel’s
prophets, judges and kings who helped create Judaism’s ethical core.
Thursdays, 9:15-10:00 am August 25th-May 31st @ the JCC (1645 Wallenberg Blvd.)

Businessperson’s Lunch and
Learn: Pack a lunch and meet us for some quick enlightenment at rotating locations throughout Charleston.
3rd Tuesday of the month, 12 noon

Emanu-El University

Tuesday Evenings, 7:00-8:30PM

Fall Semester Classes: August 30; September 6, 13, 20, 27; October 4, 11, 18, 25; November 1, 8, 15, 29; December 6, 13.

Spring Semester Classes: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; February 7, 14, 21, 28; March 13, 20, 27; April 3, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15.

Students have the choice of three classes, which take place concurrently:

Judaism 101: A thorough introduction to Judaism. Explore customs, rituals, and holidays. Appropriate for introductory learners, those looking for a
“refresher course”, and for those considering converting to Judaism. Taught by Alli Debrow.

The Personality of Major Biblical Figures: This class will consider a number of important people in the Tanakh, trying to understand them in the light of modern psychological theory. Taught by Robert Lovinger, PhD.

Adult B’nai Mitzvah: Learn trope (Torah/Haftarah cantillation) with Pam Coyle and the structure and content of Shabbat services with Rabbi Rosenbaum. You will help to lead it yourself at Synagogue Emanu-El! Participation pending, the Adult B’nai Mitzvah service will take place Saturday, May 19, 2012.