Events

Short Story Discussion Group

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Short Story Discussion Group

First Monday of each month

7:30-8:30pm, on Zoom

Join us for a fourth 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 time and
interest. We’ll meet on the first Monday of the month on Zoom at 7:30pm for 45 minutes
to an hour. Participants will receive the story and meeting links in advance. To sign up
for this year’s discussion group, email shortstories@nvhcreston.org. Even if you
participated last year, we’d like you to sign up again so that we can gauge interest in the
program and ensure that we have the correct email address for you.

Beginning Prayer Hebrew (for Adults)

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No prior knowledge needed!

Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm

In person at NVHC

Text: Aleph Isn’t Tough (optional text: Mishkan Tefilah: Shabbat, non-transliterated)

Taught by Elizabeth Lacher

Dates: 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3 (the class on June 3 will be at 7:15pm), 6/10

Start 2026 off strong by learning something new! In this beginner’s class, you’ll learn the Hebrew aleph bet, vowels, basic reading rules, and prayer vocabulary. You’ll become comfortable reading key prayers from our Shabbat liturgy and for holidays, and you’ll learn the meaning and context for specific prayers. Whether you want to follow along better at services, are going to Israel, or just want to start learning another language, this class is for you!

Beginning Prayer Hebrew (for Adults)

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No prior knowledge needed!

Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm

In person at NVHC

Text: Aleph Isn’t Tough (optional text: Mishkan Tefilah: Shabbat, non-transliterated)

Taught by Elizabeth Lacher

Dates: 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3 (the class on June 3 will be at 7:15pm), 6/10

Start 2026 off strong by learning something new! In this beginner’s class, you’ll learn the Hebrew aleph bet, vowels, basic reading rules, and prayer vocabulary. You’ll become comfortable reading key prayers from our Shabbat liturgy and for holidays, and you’ll learn the meaning and context for specific prayers. Whether you want to follow along better at services, are going to Israel, or just want to start learning another language, this class is for you!

Beginning Prayer Hebrew (for Adults)

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No prior knowledge needed!

Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm

In person at NVHC

Text: Aleph Isn’t Tough (optional text: Mishkan Tefilah: Shabbat, non-transliterated)

Taught by Elizabeth Lacher

Dates: 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3 (the class on June 3 will be at 7:15pm), 6/10

Start 2026 off strong by learning something new! In this beginner’s class, you’ll learn the Hebrew aleph bet, vowels, basic reading rules, and prayer vocabulary. You’ll become comfortable reading key prayers from our Shabbat liturgy and for holidays, and you’ll learn the meaning and context for specific prayers. Whether you want to follow along better at services, are going to Israel, or just want to start learning another language, this class is for you!

Judaism Is About Love

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Taught by: Rabbi Holzman
Thursdays, September 4*, October 16, November 20, December 11, January 29, February 19, April 23, May 7, June 4
12:00-1:00pm, online only

Please note: The May 21 class is cancelled.

This lunch ‘n learn is named after Shai Held’s recent, masterful volume of Jewish thinking, Judaism Is About Love: Recovering the Heart of Jewish Life. Together we will seek to understand how Held’s ideas manifest in our lives and contemporary Jewish practice. Independent purchase of the book is required, and e-book copies should be paginated like the print edition. (No handouts will be provided.)

*The September 4 session will include a review of the book so far.

To conclude the Judaism is About Love series, we’ll gather for a special summary session. Rabbi Holzman will review the entire book, highlight key ideas and themes, and take questions.

This final session is open to the entire community! Please register. We hope you’ll join us!

Click here to register.

Short Story Discussion Group

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Short Story Discussion Group

First Monday of each month

7:30-8:30pm, on Zoom

Join us for a fourth 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 time and
interest. We’ll meet on the first Monday of the month on Zoom at 7:30pm for 45 minutes
to an hour. Participants will receive the story and meeting links in advance. To sign up
for this year’s discussion group, email shortstories@nvhcreston.org. Even if you
participated last year, we’d like you to sign up again so that we can gauge interest in the
program and ensure that we have the correct email address for you.

Short Story Discussion Group

in

Short Story Discussion Group

First Monday of each month

7:30-8:30pm, on Zoom

Join us for a fourth 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 time and
interest. We’ll meet on the first Monday of the month on Zoom at 7:30pm for 45 minutes
to an hour. Participants will receive the story and meeting links in advance. To sign up
for this year’s discussion group, email shortstories@nvhcreston.org. Even if you
participated last year, we’d like you to sign up again so that we can gauge interest in the
program and ensure that we have the correct email address for you.

Short Story Discussion Group

in

Short Story Discussion Group

First Monday of each month

7:30-8:30pm, on Zoom

Join us for a fourth 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 time and
interest. We’ll meet on the first Monday of the month on Zoom at 7:30pm for 45 minutes
to an hour. Participants will receive the story and meeting links in advance. To sign up
for this year’s discussion group, email shortstories@nvhcreston.org. Even if you
participated last year, we’d like you to sign up again so that we can gauge interest in the
program and ensure that we have the correct email address for you.

Introduction to Israel and Zionism: History, Politics, Culture

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Taught by: Rabbi Holzman

Thursday – April 30
Wednesday – May 20
Tuesdays – June 9
6:30-8:00pm, in person and online

This will be a broad survey meant to level-set knowledge for our travelers and provide a foundation for deeper study in the future.

Short Story Discussion Group

in

Short Story Discussion Group

First Monday of each month

7:30-8:30pm, on Zoom

Join us for a fourth 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 time and
interest. We’ll meet on the first Monday of the month on Zoom at 7:30pm for 45 minutes
to an hour. Participants will receive the story and meeting links in advance. To sign up
for this year’s discussion group, email shortstories@nvhcreston.org. Even if you
participated last year, we’d like you to sign up again so that we can gauge interest in the
program and ensure that we have the correct email address for you.