Kehillat Limmud is NVHC’s religious school program for Pre-K-7th grade students, which also encompasses Punims, our program for children ages 0-3. Click here for more information on Punims (ages 0-3). Click here for more information on Kehillat Limmud (grades Pre-K-7). Click here for more information on Tamid (grades 8-12). Please note that Punims (ages 0-4) and Bonim (Pre-K […]
3rd-5th grade KL families are invited to join us for a fun afternoon at Cox Farms! More information forthcoming.
Short Story Discussion Group First Monday of each month 7:30-8:30pm, on Zoom Join us for a third year of monthly lay-led discussions of Jewish short stories. Four NVHC members have selected the stories and will take turns leading the discussions. Each session will stand on its own - you can attend whenever you have the […]
Tamid is our religious school program for students in grades 8-12! Click here to learn more. Tamid takes place on Tuesday nights from 6:15-8:00 pm. There is an optional dinner each week from 5:45-6:15 pm, with catering from a variety of restaurants and cuisines. Tamid rotates between a few different themes and types of programming: Jewish studies, […]
Foundations for a Thoughtful Judaism: Peoplehood Taught by: Rabbi Holzman Tuesdays, October 3, November 7, December 12, January 2, March 5, April 2 6:30-8:00pm, on Zoom The Shalom Hartman Institute of North America has prepared a superb curriculum of texts exploring the varied elements of a complex idea: Jewish peoplehood. What is this idea? Are […]
Join us every Friday at 7:00pm to welcome Shabbat! Our Shabbat services are joyous, musical, spiritual, and welcoming. And make sure you stick around afterwards for oneg Shabbat (“joy of Shabbat”) for sweet treats and great conversations! All services are in person and streamed on YouTube.
Please join us for a special Shabbat morning journey through the penultimate verses of the Torah. Using ritual, prayer, and study of these passages we will reflect upon the life of Moses, whose passing at the end of Torah remind us of the enduring value of zachor – remembering. Our journey will honor our deceased […]
Jewish Historians, History, and Histography Andrew Stein October 8, 15, 22, November 5, 12 December 3, 10, January 7, 14, 21, February 4, 11, March 3, 10, 17, 24 9:30-10:45, on Zoom This course will take a broad view of Jewish history, how it was envisioned over the centuries, and how over about the last […]
Kehillat Limmud is NVHC’s religious school program for Pre-K-7th grade students, which also encompasses Punims, our program for children ages 0-3. Click here for more information on Punims (ages 0-3). Click here for more information on Kehillat Limmud (grades Pre-K-7). Click here for more information on Tamid (grades 8-12). Please note that Punims (ages 0-4) and Bonim (Pre-K […]
On Simchat Torah we find so much joy in the magic of turning the scroll back to the beginning once again! Join us for our congregational celebration. We will come together to celebrate this exciting moment by dancing with the scrolls and unrolling the Torah for all to see. We will also mark the ritual […]
Intermediate Modern Hebrew Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 1-2 Mondays, 12 weeks beginning October 9, 7-8pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew 1 or equivalent. Knowledge of the Aleph-Bet and beginning proficiency with reading Hebrew. Class participants will have the opportunity to hone their Hebrew reading skills using a modern Hebrew textbook, learning Hebrew […]
Tamid is our religious school program for students in grades 8-12! Click here to learn more. Tamid takes place on Tuesday nights from 6:15-8:00 pm. There is an optional dinner each week from 5:45-6:15 pm, with catering from a variety of restaurants and cuisines. Tamid rotates between a few different themes and types of programming: Jewish studies, […]
Advanced Modern Hebrew Textbook: Brandeis Modern Hebrew Tuesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 10, 7-8pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Intermediate Hebrew II, Prayer Hebrew II, or equivalent. Comfort with reading Hebrew fluently and intermediate knowledge of Hebrew grammar. In this course you will continue to expand your vocabulary, advanced grammar, adjectives, and verb tenses. The textbook reflects […]
Hasidic Wisdom - It's Not Just Which Fur Hat Taught by: Cantor Caro Wednesdays, October 11, November 8, December 13, January 24, February 28, March 27, April 10 12:00 - 1:00pm, Hybrid Hasidism was the response to an overly intellectual Judaism in the 17th century in Eastern Europe. The Hasidic masters applied their insights of […]
Hebrew Poetry Textbook: Provided by NVHC Wednesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 11, 6:30-7:30pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Comfort with reading Hebrew and basic knowledge of Hebrew grammar. Hebrew is more than just the grammar; it is a culture, a people and a history. Part of every language is its poetry and songs. In this course you […]
Beginning Modern Hebrew Textbook: Hebrew Alfon Primer Wednesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 11, 7:30-8:30pm $136/members, $160/non-members You’re about to start learning Hebrew and immersing yourself in this unique language and culture. Our beginners course will give you a strong foundation in Hebrew. We start by learning the use and sound of all the Hebrew letters […]
Intermediate Modern Conversational Hebrew for Teens Textbook: Let's Talk Thursdays, 12 weeks beginning October 21, 7:00-8:00pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew 1 or equivalent. Knowledge of the Aleph-Bet and beginning proficiency with reading Hebrew. Class participants will have the opportunity to hone their Hebrew reading and communication skills using a modern Hebrew textbook, Let’s Talk. […]
Clergy Class: Jewish Prayer: Shabbat Liturgy Taught by: Rabbi Holzman, Cantor Caro, and Rabbi Barrett Fridays, October 13, November 3, December 8, January 5, February 2, March 1, April 5 6:30-6:50pm, in person only Prayer has sustained the Jewish People since its earliest days. It is in our DNA as Jews to connect to each […]
Join us every Friday at 7:00pm to welcome Shabbat! Our Shabbat services are joyous, musical, spiritual, and welcoming. And make sure you stick around afterwards for oneg Shabbat (“joy of Shabbat”) for sweet treats and great conversations! All services are in person and streamed on YouTube.
Join us in person for a Shabbat morning full of soul-filled sustenance - bagels and coffee for the body, Torah study for the soul, and conversation for the mind!
Jewish Historians, History, and Histography Andrew Stein October 8, 15, 22, November 5, 12 December 3, 10, January 7, 14, 21, February 4, 11, March 3, 10, 17, 24 9:30-10:45, on Zoom This course will take a broad view of Jewish history, how it was envisioned over the centuries, and how over about the last […]
Kehillat Limmud is NVHC’s religious school program for Pre-K-7th grade students, which also encompasses Punims, our program for children ages 0-3. Click here for more information on Punims (ages 0-3). Click here for more information on Kehillat Limmud (grades Pre-K-7). Click here for more information on Tamid (grades 8-12). Please note that Punims (ages 0-4) and Bonim (Pre-K […]
Punims is our religious school group for children ages 0-4 and their families! Punims meets on select Sundays (below) for music, social time, snack, and learning. Click here to learn more! September 10 October 15 November 12 December 10 January 14 February 11 March 10 March 24 April 14 May 19
Intermediate Modern Hebrew Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 1-2 Mondays, 12 weeks beginning October 9, 7-8pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew 1 or equivalent. Knowledge of the Aleph-Bet and beginning proficiency with reading Hebrew. Class participants will have the opportunity to hone their Hebrew reading skills using a modern Hebrew textbook, learning Hebrew […]
Tamid is our religious school program for students in grades 8-12! Click here to learn more. Tamid takes place on Tuesday nights from 6:15-8:00 pm. There is an optional dinner each week from 5:45-6:15 pm, with catering from a variety of restaurants and cuisines. Tamid rotates between a few different themes and types of programming: Jewish studies, […]
Creating Meaningful Rituals for Unique Life Moments Taught by: Rabbi Holzman, Cantor Caro, and Rabbi Barrett Tuesdays, October 17, November 21, December 5, January 23, February tbd, March 26, April 9 6:30-8:00pm, in person and online Sacred moments are not just the ones designated by calendar and community. We know that there are many unique […]
Advanced Modern Hebrew Textbook: Brandeis Modern Hebrew Tuesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 10, 7-8pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Intermediate Hebrew II, Prayer Hebrew II, or equivalent. Comfort with reading Hebrew fluently and intermediate knowledge of Hebrew grammar. In this course you will continue to expand your vocabulary, advanced grammar, adjectives, and verb tenses. The textbook reflects […]
Hebrew Poetry Textbook: Provided by NVHC Wednesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 11, 6:30-7:30pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Comfort with reading Hebrew and basic knowledge of Hebrew grammar. Hebrew is more than just the grammar; it is a culture, a people and a history. Part of every language is its poetry and songs. In this course you […]
The Book Of Joshua: Life in the Promised Land Taught by: Rabbi Barrett Thursdays, October 19, November 9, November 30, December 14, January 11, February 15, March 7 6:30-8:00pm, in person and online The Book of Joshua recounts what happens to the Israelites after Torah concludes. Moses dies and the people enter the Land of […]
Intermediate Modern Conversational Hebrew for Teens Textbook: Let's Talk Thursdays, 12 weeks beginning October 21, 7:00-8:00pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew 1 or equivalent. Knowledge of the Aleph-Bet and beginning proficiency with reading Hebrew. Class participants will have the opportunity to hone their Hebrew reading and communication skills using a modern Hebrew textbook, Let’s Talk. […]
The Silver Line, NVHC’s 55+ group (no one is asking), will host its next Kugel Cafe dinner, Friday, October 20th at 5:30 pm. Join us for an evening of delicious food, good conversation and friendship. Our menu includes –grilled teriyaki salmon with mango relish, rice confetti, salad with strawberries, candied pecans and gorgonzola cheese, rolls, […]
Join us every Friday at 7:00pm to welcome Shabbat! Our Shabbat services are joyous, musical, spiritual, and welcoming. And make sure you stick around afterwards for oneg Shabbat (“joy of Shabbat”) for sweet treats and great conversations! All services are in person and streamed on YouTube.
Join us in person for a Shabbat morning full of soul-filled sustenance - bagels and coffee for the body, Torah study for the soul, and conversation for the mind!
Jewish Historians, History, and Histography Andrew Stein October 8, 15, 22, November 5, 12 December 3, 10, January 7, 14, 21, February 4, 11, March 3, 10, 17, 24 9:30-10:45, on Zoom This course will take a broad view of Jewish history, how it was envisioned over the centuries, and how over about the last […]
Kehillat Limmud is NVHC’s religious school program for Pre-K-7th grade students, which also encompasses Punims, our program for children ages 0-3. Click here for more information on Punims (ages 0-3). Click here for more information on Kehillat Limmud (grades Pre-K-7). Click here for more information on Tamid (grades 8-12). Please note that Punims (ages 0-4) and Bonim (Pre-K […]
Intermediate Modern Hebrew Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 1-2 Mondays, 12 weeks beginning October 9, 7-8pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew 1 or equivalent. Knowledge of the Aleph-Bet and beginning proficiency with reading Hebrew. Class participants will have the opportunity to hone their Hebrew reading skills using a modern Hebrew textbook, learning Hebrew […]
Tamid is our religious school program for students in grades 8-12! Click here to learn more. Tamid takes place on Tuesday nights from 6:15-8:00 pm. There is an optional dinner each week from 5:45-6:15 pm, with catering from a variety of restaurants and cuisines. Tamid rotates between a few different themes and types of programming: Jewish studies, […]
Democracy, Israel, and Zionism Taught by: Rabbi Holzman Tuesdays, October 24, November 28, December 19, January 9, March 19, April 16 6:30-8:00pm, in person, online by request Zionism is the idea that Jews must have a state in our ancestral homeland. That simple statement has been controversial since its inception. For many of us, liberal […]
Advanced Modern Hebrew Textbook: Brandeis Modern Hebrew Tuesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 10, 7-8pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Intermediate Hebrew II, Prayer Hebrew II, or equivalent. Comfort with reading Hebrew fluently and intermediate knowledge of Hebrew grammar. In this course you will continue to expand your vocabulary, advanced grammar, adjectives, and verb tenses. The textbook reflects […]
Hebrew Poetry Textbook: Provided by NVHC Wednesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 11, 6:30-7:30pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Comfort with reading Hebrew and basic knowledge of Hebrew grammar. Hebrew is more than just the grammar; it is a culture, a people and a history. Part of every language is its poetry and songs. In this course you […]
Intermediate Modern Conversational Hebrew for Teens Textbook: Let's Talk Thursdays, 12 weeks beginning October 21, 7:00-8:00pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew 1 or equivalent. Knowledge of the Aleph-Bet and beginning proficiency with reading Hebrew. Class participants will have the opportunity to hone their Hebrew reading and communication skills using a modern Hebrew textbook, Let’s Talk. […]
Join us every Friday at 7:00pm to welcome Shabbat! Our Shabbat services are joyous, musical, spiritual, and welcoming. And make sure you stick around afterwards for oneg Shabbat (“joy of Shabbat”) for sweet treats and great conversations! All services are in person and streamed on YouTube.
Join us in person for a Shabbat morning full of soul-filled sustenance - bagels and coffee for the body, Torah study for the soul, and conversation for the mind!
Jewish Historians, History, and Histography Andrew Stein October 8, 15, 22, November 5, 12 December 3, 10, January 7, 14, 21, February 4, 11, March 3, 10, 17, 24 9:30-10:45, on Zoom This course will take a broad view of Jewish history, how it was envisioned over the centuries, and how over about the last […]
Intermediate Modern Hebrew Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 1-2 Mondays, 12 weeks beginning October 9, 7-8pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew 1 or equivalent. Knowledge of the Aleph-Bet and beginning proficiency with reading Hebrew. Class participants will have the opportunity to hone their Hebrew reading skills using a modern Hebrew textbook, learning Hebrew […]
Advanced Modern Hebrew Textbook: Brandeis Modern Hebrew Tuesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 10, 7-8pm $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Intermediate Hebrew II, Prayer Hebrew II, or equivalent. Comfort with reading Hebrew fluently and intermediate knowledge of Hebrew grammar. In this course you will continue to expand your vocabulary, advanced grammar, adjectives, and verb tenses. The textbook reflects […]
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