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SUMMARY:Intro to Judaism
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Judaism is a class for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism – interfaith couples\, those raising Jewish children\, spiritual seekers\, individuals considering conversion\, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. Taught by all three NVHC clergy\, this weekly cohort-based class gives a broad overview of Jewish life – holidays\, theology\, the Torah and other texts\, history\, antisemitism\, life cycle celebrations\, Israel\, and Jewish culture. This class will feature holiday celebrations with the greater NVHC community and community reflection sessions with learned lay leaders to help students integrate into community life. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/intro-to-judaism/2026-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T190000
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SUMMARY:Mussar for Living Well in Challenging Times
DESCRIPTION:Taught by: Cantor Caro \nTuesdays\, October 27\, November 17\, March 16\, April 13 \n7:00-8:30pm\, in person and online \nHow do we remain grounded\, hopeful\, and connected when the world feels uncertain? In these classes\, we will draw upon on the wisdom of our Jewish Mussar tradition—an understanding and practice of cultivating the qualities of soul and character that help us live with greater intention and integrity. Through the lens of those qualities\, we will explore how we can navigate difficult conversations\, respond to antisemitism with courage and resilience\, strengthen community\, and meet life’s complexities with compassion\, purpose\, and hope.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/mussar-for-living-well-in-challenging-times/2026-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261102T193000
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CREATED:20230921T133127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T140248Z
UID:667547-1793647800-1793651400@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Short Story Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Short Story Discussion Group\nFirst Monday of each month \n7:30-8:30pm\, on Zoom \nJoin us for a fourth year of monthly lay-led discussions of Jewish short stories. Four\nNVHC members have selected the stories and will take turns leading the discussions.\nEach session will stand on its own – you can attend whenever you have the time and\ninterest. We’ll meet on the first Monday of the month on Zoom at 7:30pm for 45 minutes\nto an hour. Participants will receive the story and meeting links in advance. To sign up\nfor this year’s discussion group\, email shortstories@nvhcreston.org. Even if you\nparticipated last year\, we’d like you to sign up again so that we can gauge interest in the\nprogram and ensure that we have the correct email address for you.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/short-story-discussion-group/2026-11-02/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260929T202414Z
CREATED:20260929T172437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T202414Z
UID:673862-1793730600-1793736000@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:A Concise History of the Jewish People
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Rabbi Michael Holzman\nTuesdays\, November 3\, December 1\, January 12\, January 26\, February 2\, February 16\n6:30-8:00pm\nIn Person \nWe’ll trace the history of the Jewish people in the following six sessions: \n\nFrom Creation to the Kings\nFrom Exile to the Maccabees\nThe Roman Era to the Talmud\nThe Early Medieval Period to Spain\nFrom Spain to Poland\nEnlightenment\, Emancipation\, and America
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/a-concise-history-of-the-jewish-people/2026-11-03/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T203000
DTSTAMP:20260812T020308Z
CREATED:20260618T173548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T020308Z
UID:672664-1793732400-1793737800@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Judaism
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Judaism is a class for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism – interfaith couples\, those raising Jewish children\, spiritual seekers\, individuals considering conversion\, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. Taught by all three NVHC clergy\, this weekly cohort-based class gives a broad overview of Jewish life – holidays\, theology\, the Torah and other texts\, history\, antisemitism\, life cycle celebrations\, Israel\, and Jewish culture. This class will feature holiday celebrations with the greater NVHC community and community reflection sessions with learned lay leaders to help students integrate into community life. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/intro-to-judaism/2026-11-03/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T203932Z
CREATED:20260929T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T203932Z
UID:673907-1794134700-1794139200@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Examining American Jewish History via Biography
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Andrew Stein\nSundays\, October 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; November 8\, 15; December 6\, 13; January 10\, 17 24\, 31; February 7\, 21\, 28; March 7\, 14; April 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; May 2\, 16\, 23\n10:45-12:00\nIn Person & Online \nOver the last few years\, we have explored American Jewish history topically and chronologically\, and with a systematic comparison of the US experience with that of several other large Jewish Diaspora communities (especially English-speaking ones) across a range of topics. In this course to mark the USA’s 250th birthday\, we will approach American Jewish history from a different angle—via biographical profiles of about 20-25 key figures since the origins of American Jewry in 1654. We will look at the lives and legacies of religious leaders\, statesmen and jurists\, philosophers\, poets\, writers and linguists\, journalists\, scientists\, military leaders\, and philanthropists to tease out some broad themes in the study of Jewish history in the United States.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/examining-american-jewish-history-via-biography/2026-11-08/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260812T020308Z
CREATED:20260618T173548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T020308Z
UID:672665-1794337200-1794342600@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Judaism
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Judaism is a class for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism – interfaith couples\, those raising Jewish children\, spiritual seekers\, individuals considering conversion\, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. Taught by all three NVHC clergy\, this weekly cohort-based class gives a broad overview of Jewish life – holidays\, theology\, the Torah and other texts\, history\, antisemitism\, life cycle celebrations\, Israel\, and Jewish culture. This class will feature holiday celebrations with the greater NVHC community and community reflection sessions with learned lay leaders to help students integrate into community life. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/intro-to-judaism/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260929T172915Z
CREATED:20260929T172915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T172915Z
UID:673872-1794337200-1794342600@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:The Midrash Says What?!
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Rabbi Ashley Barrett\nTuesdays\, October 13\, November 10\, December 8\, January 19\n7:00-8:30pm\nIn Person & Online \nAre you bothered by the little things in Torah that just don’t make sense? Ever wondered what happened to that one character we never hear from again? Torah says two different things that contradict each other; what do I do with that?! \nThe ancient Rabbis refused to live with those problems\, instead they got creative and came up with some answers. Those answers we call midrash: the rich tradition of Jewish interpretation that fills in the gaps of the biblical text and invites us to see familiar stories in entirely new ways. \nIn this class\, we’ll explore some of the most fascinating and surprising midrashim (plural for midrash).  Along the way\, we’ll ask a bigger question: What does it mean to be a Jewish reader of Torah? And even create our own midrashim. No prior knowledge necessary\, or skill at the fine art of midrash required.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/the-midrash-says-what/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T203932Z
CREATED:20260929T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T203932Z
UID:673908-1794739500-1794744000@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Examining American Jewish History via Biography
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Andrew Stein\nSundays\, October 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; November 8\, 15; December 6\, 13; January 10\, 17 24\, 31; February 7\, 21\, 28; March 7\, 14; April 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; May 2\, 16\, 23\n10:45-12:00\nIn Person & Online \nOver the last few years\, we have explored American Jewish history topically and chronologically\, and with a systematic comparison of the US experience with that of several other large Jewish Diaspora communities (especially English-speaking ones) across a range of topics. In this course to mark the USA’s 250th birthday\, we will approach American Jewish history from a different angle—via biographical profiles of about 20-25 key figures since the origins of American Jewry in 1654. We will look at the lives and legacies of religious leaders\, statesmen and jurists\, philosophers\, poets\, writers and linguists\, journalists\, scientists\, military leaders\, and philanthropists to tease out some broad themes in the study of Jewish history in the United States.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/examining-american-jewish-history-via-biography/2026-11-15/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260812T020308Z
CREATED:20260618T173548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T020308Z
UID:672666-1794942000-1794947400@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Judaism
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Judaism is a class for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism – interfaith couples\, those raising Jewish children\, spiritual seekers\, individuals considering conversion\, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. Taught by all three NVHC clergy\, this weekly cohort-based class gives a broad overview of Jewish life – holidays\, theology\, the Torah and other texts\, history\, antisemitism\, life cycle celebrations\, Israel\, and Jewish culture. This class will feature holiday celebrations with the greater NVHC community and community reflection sessions with learned lay leaders to help students integrate into community life. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/intro-to-judaism/2026-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260812T020801Z
CREATED:20260812T020801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T020801Z
UID:673098-1794942000-1794947400@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Mussar for Living Well in Challenging Times
DESCRIPTION:Taught by: Cantor Caro \nTuesdays\, October 27\, November 17\, March 16\, April 13 \n7:00-8:30pm\, in person and online \nHow do we remain grounded\, hopeful\, and connected when the world feels uncertain? In these classes\, we will draw upon on the wisdom of our Jewish Mussar tradition—an understanding and practice of cultivating the qualities of soul and character that help us live with greater intention and integrity. Through the lens of those qualities\, we will explore how we can navigate difficult conversations\, respond to antisemitism with courage and resilience\, strengthen community\, and meet life’s complexities with compassion\, purpose\, and hope.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/mussar-for-living-well-in-challenging-times/2026-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260929T202419Z
CREATED:20260929T172437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T202419Z
UID:673864-1796149800-1796155200@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:A Concise History of the Jewish People
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Rabbi Michael Holzman\nTuesdays\, November 3\, December 1\, January 12\, January 26\, February 2\, February 16\n6:30-8:00pm\nIn Person \nWe’ll trace the history of the Jewish people in the following six sessions: \n\nFrom Creation to the Kings\nFrom Exile to the Maccabees\nThe Roman Era to the Talmud\nThe Early Medieval Period to Spain\nFrom Spain to Poland\nEnlightenment\, Emancipation\, and America
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/a-concise-history-of-the-jewish-people/2026-12-01/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T203000
DTSTAMP:20260812T020309Z
CREATED:20260618T173548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T020309Z
UID:672667-1796151600-1796157000@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Judaism
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Judaism is a class for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism – interfaith couples\, those raising Jewish children\, spiritual seekers\, individuals considering conversion\, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. Taught by all three NVHC clergy\, this weekly cohort-based class gives a broad overview of Jewish life – holidays\, theology\, the Torah and other texts\, history\, antisemitism\, life cycle celebrations\, Israel\, and Jewish culture. This class will feature holiday celebrations with the greater NVHC community and community reflection sessions with learned lay leaders to help students integrate into community life. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/intro-to-judaism/2026-12-01/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T203932Z
CREATED:20260929T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T203932Z
UID:673909-1796553900-1796558400@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Examining American Jewish History via Biography
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Andrew Stein\nSundays\, October 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; November 8\, 15; December 6\, 13; January 10\, 17 24\, 31; February 7\, 21\, 28; March 7\, 14; April 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; May 2\, 16\, 23\n10:45-12:00\nIn Person & Online \nOver the last few years\, we have explored American Jewish history topically and chronologically\, and with a systematic comparison of the US experience with that of several other large Jewish Diaspora communities (especially English-speaking ones) across a range of topics. In this course to mark the USA’s 250th birthday\, we will approach American Jewish history from a different angle—via biographical profiles of about 20-25 key figures since the origins of American Jewry in 1654. We will look at the lives and legacies of religious leaders\, statesmen and jurists\, philosophers\, poets\, writers and linguists\, journalists\, scientists\, military leaders\, and philanthropists to tease out some broad themes in the study of Jewish history in the United States.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/examining-american-jewish-history-via-biography/2026-12-06/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T203000
DTSTAMP:20251027T140258Z
CREATED:20230921T133127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T140258Z
UID:667711-1796671800-1796675400@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Short Story Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Short Story Discussion Group\nFirst Monday of each month \n7:30-8:30pm\, on Zoom \nJoin us for a fourth year of monthly lay-led discussions of Jewish short stories. Four\nNVHC members have selected the stories and will take turns leading the discussions.\nEach session will stand on its own – you can attend whenever you have the time and\ninterest. We’ll meet on the first Monday of the month on Zoom at 7:30pm for 45 minutes\nto an hour. Participants will receive the story and meeting links in advance. To sign up\nfor this year’s discussion group\, email shortstories@nvhcreston.org. Even if you\nparticipated last year\, we’d like you to sign up again so that we can gauge interest in the\nprogram and ensure that we have the correct email address for you.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/short-story-discussion-group/2026-12-07/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260812T020309Z
CREATED:20260618T173548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T020309Z
UID:672668-1796756400-1796761800@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Judaism
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Judaism is a class for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism – interfaith couples\, those raising Jewish children\, spiritual seekers\, individuals considering conversion\, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. Taught by all three NVHC clergy\, this weekly cohort-based class gives a broad overview of Jewish life – holidays\, theology\, the Torah and other texts\, history\, antisemitism\, life cycle celebrations\, Israel\, and Jewish culture. This class will feature holiday celebrations with the greater NVHC community and community reflection sessions with learned lay leaders to help students integrate into community life. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/intro-to-judaism/2026-12-08/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260929T172915Z
CREATED:20260929T172915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T172915Z
UID:673873-1796756400-1796761800@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:The Midrash Says What?!
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Rabbi Ashley Barrett\nTuesdays\, October 13\, November 10\, December 8\, January 19\n7:00-8:30pm\nIn Person & Online \nAre you bothered by the little things in Torah that just don’t make sense? Ever wondered what happened to that one character we never hear from again? Torah says two different things that contradict each other; what do I do with that?! \nThe ancient Rabbis refused to live with those problems\, instead they got creative and came up with some answers. Those answers we call midrash: the rich tradition of Jewish interpretation that fills in the gaps of the biblical text and invites us to see familiar stories in entirely new ways. \nIn this class\, we’ll explore some of the most fascinating and surprising midrashim (plural for midrash).  Along the way\, we’ll ask a bigger question: What does it mean to be a Jewish reader of Torah? And even create our own midrashim. No prior knowledge necessary\, or skill at the fine art of midrash required.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/the-midrash-says-what/2026-12-08/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T203932Z
CREATED:20260929T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T203932Z
UID:673910-1797158700-1797163200@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Examining American Jewish History via Biography
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Andrew Stein\nSundays\, October 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; November 8\, 15; December 6\, 13; January 10\, 17 24\, 31; February 7\, 21\, 28; March 7\, 14; April 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; May 2\, 16\, 23\n10:45-12:00\nIn Person & Online \nOver the last few years\, we have explored American Jewish history topically and chronologically\, and with a systematic comparison of the US experience with that of several other large Jewish Diaspora communities (especially English-speaking ones) across a range of topics. In this course to mark the USA’s 250th birthday\, we will approach American Jewish history from a different angle—via biographical profiles of about 20-25 key figures since the origins of American Jewry in 1654. We will look at the lives and legacies of religious leaders\, statesmen and jurists\, philosophers\, poets\, writers and linguists\, journalists\, scientists\, military leaders\, and philanthropists to tease out some broad themes in the study of Jewish history in the United States.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/examining-american-jewish-history-via-biography/2026-12-13/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T203000
DTSTAMP:20260812T020309Z
CREATED:20260618T173548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T020309Z
UID:672669-1797361200-1797366600@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Judaism
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Judaism is a class for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism – interfaith couples\, those raising Jewish children\, spiritual seekers\, individuals considering conversion\, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. Taught by all three NVHC clergy\, this weekly cohort-based class gives a broad overview of Jewish life – holidays\, theology\, the Torah and other texts\, history\, antisemitism\, life cycle celebrations\, Israel\, and Jewish culture. This class will feature holiday celebrations with the greater NVHC community and community reflection sessions with learned lay leaders to help students integrate into community life. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/intro-to-judaism/2026-12-15/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261222T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260929T202750Z
CREATED:20260929T202750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T202750Z
UID:673895-1797964200-1797969600@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:The Mishnah Continued
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Rabbi Michael Holzman\nOctober 6 – Mishnah Sukkot\nDecember 22 – Mishnah Taanit\nMarch 9 – Mishnah Megillah\nMarch 30 – Mishnah Pesachin\nJune 10 – Shavuot in the Mishnah\nTuesdays\, 6:30-8:00pm\nIn Person \nWe continue our exploration of this foundational text of Jewish law and ethics\, compiled by the earliest rabbis in the 2nd century. A work of clear\, concise Hebrew\, the Mishnah translates the general laws of the Torah into specific rules for Jewish practice (we will study in English). In five classes spread over the year\, we will look at Mishnah Sukkot\, Mishnah Ta’anit\, Mishnah Megillah\, Mishnah Pesachin\, and Shavuot in the Mishnah. No previous Hebrew\, Mishnah\, or Talmud experience required!
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/the-mishnah-continued/2026-12-22/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270104T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270104T203000
DTSTAMP:20251027T140259Z
CREATED:20230921T133127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T140259Z
UID:667800-1799091000-1799094600@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Short Story Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Short Story Discussion Group\nFirst Monday of each month \n7:30-8:30pm\, on Zoom \nJoin us for a fourth year of monthly lay-led discussions of Jewish short stories. Four\nNVHC members have selected the stories and will take turns leading the discussions.\nEach session will stand on its own – you can attend whenever you have the time and\ninterest. We’ll meet on the first Monday of the month on Zoom at 7:30pm for 45 minutes\nto an hour. Participants will receive the story and meeting links in advance. To sign up\nfor this year’s discussion group\, email shortstories@nvhcreston.org. Even if you\nparticipated last year\, we’d like you to sign up again so that we can gauge interest in the\nprogram and ensure that we have the correct email address for you.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/short-story-discussion-group/2027-01-04/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270105T203000
DTSTAMP:20260812T020309Z
CREATED:20260618T173548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T020309Z
UID:672670-1799175600-1799181000@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Judaism
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Judaism is a class for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism – interfaith couples\, those raising Jewish children\, spiritual seekers\, individuals considering conversion\, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. Taught by all three NVHC clergy\, this weekly cohort-based class gives a broad overview of Jewish life – holidays\, theology\, the Torah and other texts\, history\, antisemitism\, life cycle celebrations\, Israel\, and Jewish culture. This class will feature holiday celebrations with the greater NVHC community and community reflection sessions with learned lay leaders to help students integrate into community life. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/intro-to-judaism/2027-01-05/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270110T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T203932Z
CREATED:20260929T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T203932Z
UID:673911-1799577900-1799582400@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Examining American Jewish History via Biography
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Andrew Stein\nSundays\, October 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; November 8\, 15; December 6\, 13; January 10\, 17 24\, 31; February 7\, 21\, 28; March 7\, 14; April 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; May 2\, 16\, 23\n10:45-12:00\nIn Person & Online \nOver the last few years\, we have explored American Jewish history topically and chronologically\, and with a systematic comparison of the US experience with that of several other large Jewish Diaspora communities (especially English-speaking ones) across a range of topics. In this course to mark the USA’s 250th birthday\, we will approach American Jewish history from a different angle—via biographical profiles of about 20-25 key figures since the origins of American Jewry in 1654. We will look at the lives and legacies of religious leaders\, statesmen and jurists\, philosophers\, poets\, writers and linguists\, journalists\, scientists\, military leaders\, and philanthropists to tease out some broad themes in the study of Jewish history in the United States.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/examining-american-jewish-history-via-biography/2027-01-10/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260929T202424Z
CREATED:20260929T172437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T202424Z
UID:673865-1799778600-1799784000@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:A Concise History of the Jewish People
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Rabbi Michael Holzman\nTuesdays\, November 3\, December 1\, January 12\, January 26\, February 2\, February 16\n6:30-8:00pm\nIn Person \nWe’ll trace the history of the Jewish people in the following six sessions: \n\nFrom Creation to the Kings\nFrom Exile to the Maccabees\nThe Roman Era to the Talmud\nThe Early Medieval Period to Spain\nFrom Spain to Poland\nEnlightenment\, Emancipation\, and America
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/a-concise-history-of-the-jewish-people/2027-01-12/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260812T020309Z
CREATED:20260618T173548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T020309Z
UID:672671-1799780400-1799785800@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Judaism
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Judaism is a class for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism – interfaith couples\, those raising Jewish children\, spiritual seekers\, individuals considering conversion\, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. Taught by all three NVHC clergy\, this weekly cohort-based class gives a broad overview of Jewish life – holidays\, theology\, the Torah and other texts\, history\, antisemitism\, life cycle celebrations\, Israel\, and Jewish culture. This class will feature holiday celebrations with the greater NVHC community and community reflection sessions with learned lay leaders to help students integrate into community life. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/intro-to-judaism/2027-01-12/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270117T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T203932Z
CREATED:20260929T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T203932Z
UID:673912-1800182700-1800187200@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Examining American Jewish History via Biography
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Andrew Stein\nSundays\, October 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; November 8\, 15; December 6\, 13; January 10\, 17 24\, 31; February 7\, 21\, 28; March 7\, 14; April 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; May 2\, 16\, 23\n10:45-12:00\nIn Person & Online \nOver the last few years\, we have explored American Jewish history topically and chronologically\, and with a systematic comparison of the US experience with that of several other large Jewish Diaspora communities (especially English-speaking ones) across a range of topics. In this course to mark the USA’s 250th birthday\, we will approach American Jewish history from a different angle—via biographical profiles of about 20-25 key figures since the origins of American Jewry in 1654. We will look at the lives and legacies of religious leaders\, statesmen and jurists\, philosophers\, poets\, writers and linguists\, journalists\, scientists\, military leaders\, and philanthropists to tease out some broad themes in the study of Jewish history in the United States.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/examining-american-jewish-history-via-biography/2027-01-17/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260929T172915Z
CREATED:20260929T172915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T172915Z
UID:673874-1800385200-1800390600@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:The Midrash Says What?!
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Rabbi Ashley Barrett\nTuesdays\, October 13\, November 10\, December 8\, January 19\n7:00-8:30pm\nIn Person & Online \nAre you bothered by the little things in Torah that just don’t make sense? Ever wondered what happened to that one character we never hear from again? Torah says two different things that contradict each other; what do I do with that?! \nThe ancient Rabbis refused to live with those problems\, instead they got creative and came up with some answers. Those answers we call midrash: the rich tradition of Jewish interpretation that fills in the gaps of the biblical text and invites us to see familiar stories in entirely new ways. \nIn this class\, we’ll explore some of the most fascinating and surprising midrashim (plural for midrash).  Along the way\, we’ll ask a bigger question: What does it mean to be a Jewish reader of Torah? And even create our own midrashim. No prior knowledge necessary\, or skill at the fine art of midrash required.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/the-midrash-says-what/2027-01-19/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270124T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T203932Z
CREATED:20260929T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T203932Z
UID:673913-1800787500-1800792000@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Examining American Jewish History via Biography
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Andrew Stein\nSundays\, October 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; November 8\, 15; December 6\, 13; January 10\, 17 24\, 31; February 7\, 21\, 28; March 7\, 14; April 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; May 2\, 16\, 23\n10:45-12:00\nIn Person & Online \nOver the last few years\, we have explored American Jewish history topically and chronologically\, and with a systematic comparison of the US experience with that of several other large Jewish Diaspora communities (especially English-speaking ones) across a range of topics. In this course to mark the USA’s 250th birthday\, we will approach American Jewish history from a different angle—via biographical profiles of about 20-25 key figures since the origins of American Jewry in 1654. We will look at the lives and legacies of religious leaders\, statesmen and jurists\, philosophers\, poets\, writers and linguists\, journalists\, scientists\, military leaders\, and philanthropists to tease out some broad themes in the study of Jewish history in the United States.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/examining-american-jewish-history-via-biography/2027-01-24/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260929T202438Z
CREATED:20260929T172437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T202438Z
UID:673868-1800988200-1800993600@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:A Concise History of the Jewish People
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Rabbi Michael Holzman\nTuesdays\, November 3\, December 1\, January 12\, January 26\, February 2\, February 16\n6:30-8:00pm\nIn Person \nWe’ll trace the history of the Jewish people in the following six sessions: \n\nFrom Creation to the Kings\nFrom Exile to the Maccabees\nThe Roman Era to the Talmud\nThe Early Medieval Period to Spain\nFrom Spain to Poland\nEnlightenment\, Emancipation\, and America
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/a-concise-history-of-the-jewish-people/2027-01-26/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270131T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T203932Z
CREATED:20260929T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T203932Z
UID:673914-1801392300-1801396800@www.nvhcreston.org
SUMMARY:Examining American Jewish History via Biography
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Andrew Stein\nSundays\, October 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; November 8\, 15; December 6\, 13; January 10\, 17 24\, 31; February 7\, 21\, 28; March 7\, 14; April 4\, 11\, 18\, 25; May 2\, 16\, 23\n10:45-12:00\nIn Person & Online \nOver the last few years\, we have explored American Jewish history topically and chronologically\, and with a systematic comparison of the US experience with that of several other large Jewish Diaspora communities (especially English-speaking ones) across a range of topics. In this course to mark the USA’s 250th birthday\, we will approach American Jewish history from a different angle—via biographical profiles of about 20-25 key figures since the origins of American Jewry in 1654. We will look at the lives and legacies of religious leaders\, statesmen and jurists\, philosophers\, poets\, writers and linguists\, journalists\, scientists\, military leaders\, and philanthropists to tease out some broad themes in the study of Jewish history in the United States.
URL:https://www.nvhcreston.org/calendars/examining-american-jewish-history-via-biography/2027-01-31/
CATEGORIES:Lifelong Learning
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