Polish Jewry: A search for roots
2025-12-01 11:15 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | https://www.btcboca.org/event/polish-jewry-a-search-for-roots/2025-12-01/
Join Rabbi Howard Shub for a six-week course, Polish Jewry: A Search for Roots. For many American Jews, our roots trace back to Poland—yet how much do we truly know about the history and culture of Polish Jewry? Before the Shoah, Jews made up about ten percent of Poland’s population, with entire cities and shtetlach often half—or more—Jewish. Polish Jews flourished as professionals, artists, and community leaders. Though nearly 90% were lost in the Holocaust, today a growing number of Polish Jews are rediscovering their heritage. Join us on a journey through time to explore one of the most vibrant and influential Jewish communities in history.
VIRTUAL – ZOOM
Free for B’nai Torah Members, $36 for guests
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Sponsored by the Lilian, Philip and Gerry Cooperman Academy for Adult Jewish Learning

Hebrew Conversation for Beginners
2025-12-01 17:45 - 18:45, 2025-12-08 17:45 - 18:45 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Build conversation skills! Present tense review and intro to past tense, plus reading without vowels. Ideal for students that can read Hebrew and know some basic conversation.
Textbook: Modern Hebrew for Beginners – 2nd Ed.
Cost: $120 for B’nai Torah Members, $150 for guests
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In Commemoration of the Expulsion of Jews from Arab Countries - Dr. Abraham Hamaoui
2025-12-02 09:00 - 10:00 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Join us for a meaningful and thought-provoking session with Dr. Abraham Hamaoui, distinguished scholar of Jewish history, as he explores the complex and turbulent relationship between Jews and Arabs in the Middle East and North Africa—context that helps illuminate the events leading up to October 7 and 8, and what the future may hold.
This learning opportunity is offered in commemoration of the global Day to Mark the Departure and Expulsion of Jews from Arab Countries and Iran, honoring the nearly one million Jews who were persecuted, displaced, and expelled from their ancestral communities throughout the 20th century. Together, we will remember this painful chapter of Jewish history and deepen our understanding of its lasting impact on today’s world.
IN-PERSON
Free for B’nai Torah Members & Guests
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Everything About Israel Except Politics - Lunch & Learn
2025-12-02 12:00 - 13:00 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
On the heels of the recent World Zionist Congress, the issue of religious pluralism in Israel has come back into focus. Rabbi Hector Epelbaum with Zoom guest WZO Vice Chairman Yizhar Hess, the former CEO of the Conservative/Masorti Movement in Israel, we’ll discuss the history of the non-Orthodox movements in Israel and the challenges they face today.
IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL
Free for B’nai Torah Members, $18 Guests
(For Rabbi Epelbaum’s 3-part Lunch & Learn series)
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You are welcome to bring a dairy/parve lunch; coffee and tea are provided.

Dr. Yizhar Hess is Vice Chairman of the World Zionist Organization. He was elected to that role in 2020 as a representative of MERCAZ, the Zionist slate of the global Masorti/Conservative Movement. Dr. Hess, Vice Chairman, Mercaz Olami, was Executive Director of the Masorti Movement in Israel from 2007 – 2020 and represented the Masorti Movement in negotiations with the government regarding egalitarian prayer at the Kotel. He is co-editor of Questions About God, published by Ma’ariv. Dr. Hess, is a member of the Israeli Bar and earned a Ph.D. in Sociology and Education from Sussex University in England.

Hebrew Prayer
2025-12-02 13:15 - 14:15, 2025-12-09 13:15 - 14:15 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Improve your reading of vowelled Hebrew. Learn to read and deepen your fluency and understanding of Shabbat prayers. Ideal for students that can read the Hebrew alphabet.
Textbook: Prayerbook Hebrew for Adults & Ten Minute Hebrew Reader, Vol. II
Cost: $120 for B’nai Torah Members, $150 for guests
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Contributions of Jewish Song Writers to The Great American Songbook with Cantor Fishman
2025-12-02 14:30 - 16:00 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Join us for Contributions of Jewish Songwriters to The Great American Songbook to watch a captivating 60-minute documentary presented by Cantor Magda Fishman and Sol Moglen with a post-film Q&A. The film explores how Jewish songwriters have shaped mainstream American culture for more than a century, featuring unforgettable performances by Frank Sinatra, Tom Jones, Zero Mostel, the Andrews Sisters, Irving Berlin, Elvis Presley, and Louis Armstrong.
IN-PERSON – B’NAI TORAH CONGREGATION
Free for B’nai Torah Members & Guests
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Learn with Our Rabbis: Pirkei Avot
2025-12-03 09:15 - 10:30, 2025-12-10 09:15 - 10:30 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Join Rabbi Hector Epelbaum and learn about the Pirkei Avot. Ethical teachings of our Fathers to guide us through life followed by teachings of our Mothers. Come and find out.
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL
Free for B’nai Torah Members & Guests
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David & Bathsheba
2025-12-03 11:00 - 12:00 | https://www.btcboca.org/event/david-bathsheba/2025-12-03/
Join amazing storyteller Rabbi Jack Riemer as you revisit the story of David and Bathsheba that has fascinated readers of all generations. In this course, we will study the story as it appears in the Bible, how it was transformed in the Talmud, and how it was reinterpreted in current Israeli literature.
VIRTUAL – ZOOM
Free for B’nai Torah Members, $36 for guests
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Sponsored by the Lilian, Philip and Gerry Cooperman Academy for Adult Jewish Learning

Yiddish from Scratch
2025-12-03 13:30 - 14:30 | https://www.btcboca.org/event/yiddish-from-scratch/2025-12-03/
In this six-week course, we will learn the Yiddish alphabet, a bit of grammar, and a lot of vocabulary. Our new skills will allow us to create and use sentences and read basic Yiddish stories. We will be amazed by the richness of the Yiddish culture through songs, poetry, curses and folk tales (yes – in English translation). There will be ample opportunity for those in the class to share their stories with others.
Instructor: Chaya Kessler
VIRTUAL – ZOOM
Free for B’nai Torah Members, $54 for guests
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Hebrew Reading for Beginners
2025-12-03 17:45 - 18:45, 2025-12-10 17:45 - 18:45 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Being able to read the Hebrew alphabet doesn’t need to be a mystery. In 12 weekly sessions (with homework in between) you’ll master this skill. Designed for very beginners.
Textbook: Shalom Hebrew: Simple Steps to Reading Hebrew
Cost: $180 for B’nai Torah Members, $220 for guests

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Introduction to Judaism /Conversion Class
2025-12-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-10 18:00 - 20:00 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
An opportunity for those who are looking to convert to Judaism or are curious and want to explore Judaism. This is not just a course but an immersive experience where students will participate in field trips, Shabbats, holidays, social gatherings and learn with clergy and other special guests. Taught by Rabbi Evan Susman and Hebrew instructor Harvey Leven.
Please contact Rabbi Evan Susman at rabbi.susman@bnai-torah.org for more details.

Learn with Our Rabbis: Talmud
2025-12-04 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-12-11 09:30 - 10:30 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Join Rabbi Evan Susman and learn about the Talmud. A compilation of ancient teachings regarded as sacred and normative from the time it was compiled until modern times. Learn how these ancient texts are still relevant in our lives today.
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL
Free for B’nai Torah Members & Guests
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Hebrew Speakers’ Circle - חוג עברית
2025-12-04 10:45 - 12:15 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Non-native but proficient speakers meet to discuss articles, chat, and expand vocabulary in a relaxed setting. Meets twice a month.
Cost: $225 for B’nai Torah Members, $275 for guests
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Hebrew Conversation for Intermediate
2025-12-04 13:15 - 14:15, 2025-12-11 13:15 - 14:15 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Advance your modern Hebrew reading without vowels, master the past tense, and learn 150 new words. Ideal for those with a basic understanding of present tense verbs, who are able to read Hebrew comfortably.
Textbook: Modern Hebrew for Beginners – 2nd Ed.
Cost: $120 for B’nai Torah Members, $150 for guests
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Learn with Our Rabbis: Finding Ourselves in the Text
2025-12-05 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-12-12 09:00 - 10:00 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Join Rabbi Jack Moline and learn about Finding Ourselves in the Text. A close reading and free flowing conversation of Torah texts and what they evoke in our lives.
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL
Free for B’nai Torah Members & Guests
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A Conversation with the Chief Rabbi of Poland - Rabbi Michael Schudrich
2025-12-07 10:30 - 11:30 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Join us in a conversation with the Chief Rabbi of Poland: Rabbi Michael Schudrich. Rabbi Schudrich will share his unique and expert assessment and answer questions regarding the complexity of Jewish life in Poland.
IN-PERSON
Free for B’nai Torah Members & Guests
We apologize but this event is at capacity
Of Polish-Jewish ancestry, Rabbi Schudrich was born in New York City and lived in Patchogue, New York, where his father served as a pulpit rabbi. Schudrich received rabbinical ordination from the Jewish Theological Seminary of America and later, Orthodox smicha through Yeshiva University. He began working for the Ronald S. Lauder Foundation and resided in Warsaw from 1992 to 1998. He returned to Poland in 2000 as Rabbi of Warsaw and Łódź and in 2004 was appointed Chief Rabbi of Poland, a position he holds to this day. Schudrich has played a central role in the “Jewish Renaissance” in Poland.

Co-sponsored by Friends of Jewish Heritage in Poland and B’nai Torah Congregation.

Polish Jewry: A search for roots
2025-12-08 11:15 - 12:30 | https://www.btcboca.org/event/polish-jewry-a-search-for-roots/2025-12-08/

The Life and Works of Naomi Shemer The First Lady of Israeli Song - Lunch & Learn
2025-12-09 12:00 - 13:00 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
For the 2nd part of Rabbi Epelbaum’s Lunch and Learn series, Special Guest Cantor Magda Fishman will present the life and work of Naomi Shemer, often called the First Lady of Israeli Song. One of Israel’s most influential composers and lyricists, Shemer created some of the country’s most beloved songs, including Jerusalem of Gold, Lu Yehi, and Al Kol Ele. Her music blends biblical and traditional Jewish themes with modern Israeli life, capturing everyday experiences, national milestones, and shared hopes. Clear, melodic, and deeply resonant, Shemer’s songs have become part of Israel’s cultural fabric and continue to be sung by people of all ages.
IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL
Free for B’nai Torah Members, $18 Guests
(For Rabbi Epelbaum’s 3-part Lunch & Learn series)
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You are welcome to bring a dairy/parve lunch; coffee and tea are provided.

Naomi Shemer was born on July 13, 1930, in Kvutzat Kinneret, a kibbutz on the Sea of Galilee founded by her parents, where she began playing piano as a child and leading community singing. After studying music in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, she served in the cultural troupe of Nahal (an IDF youth-organization), and soon after wrote songs for army revues and the popular musical revue “Five‑Five,” launching her career as a composer. Over the decades she composed hundreds of songs, both for adults and children, shaping modern Hebrew song, with her 1967 composition Yerushalayim Shel Zahav (Jerusalem of Gold) becoming Israel’s most beloved and iconic song. She was awarded the Israel Prize in 1983 and continued composing until she passed away on June 26, 2004; her music remains a foundational part of Israeli cultural identity.

The 83 Club
2025-12-10 10:30 - 11:30 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
According to Psalm 90:10, “The span of your life is 70 years, or given the strength, 80 years.” It has become customary to celebrate your 82/83rd year with your second (or first) B’nai Mitzvah. It’s a time for a new beginning and your B’nai Torah family wants to celebrate with you.
Be part of one B’nai Torah’s newest clubs, The Eight Three Club and, together we will get ready for the big day on Shabbat, March 21, 2026.
For more information, please contact Penina Bredoff at penina.bredoff@bnai-torah.org.
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David & Bathsheba
2025-12-10 11:00 - 12:00 | https://www.btcboca.org/event/david-bathsheba/2025-12-10/

Mussar: A Four-Part Course in The Jewish Way to Self-Improvement
2025-12-10 13:30 - 14:30 | https://www.btcboca.org/event/mussar-a-four-part-course-in-the-jewish-way-to-self-improvement/2025-12-10/
Join Helen Shub to explore your spiritual journey through the Jewish practice of Mussar—a practical yet deeply spiritual approach to aligning who we aspire to be with how we live each day. This course will focus on four core traits: Enthusiasm, Kindness/Compassion, Honor, and Truth. Drawing on classical and modern Jewish texts (and even some insights from Peanuts and I Love Lucy), we’ll see how Judaism places ethical living at the heart of a meaningful life. Participants will gain practical exercises to build self-awareness and integrate Mussar into daily practice.
VIRTUAL – ZOOM
Free for B’nai Torah Members, $36 for guests
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Book Talk: A Great Miracle Happened Here: A Rabbi’s Musings from Akiva to Zionism
2025-12-11 11:00 - 12:30 | B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Join Rabbi Dr. Leon Weissberg, who was born in a displaced persons camp to Holocaust survivors, as he discusses his memoir. A renowned educator and Holocaust specialist, he has guided over 2,500 teens and adults on the March of the Living to Poland and Israel. At 74, he became an Orthodox rabbi. His story and reflections on divine providence, Israel, Shabbat, and kashrut shine as a source of light and hope in a challenging world.
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL
Free for B’nai Torah Members & Guests
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Sponsored by the Lilian, Philip and Gerry Cooperman Academy for Adult Jewish Learning
