Weekly Learning Opportunities

Sichat Shabbat (9:00 am - 10:15 a.m. Saturday Mornings in the Library

  • March 01 - Jewish Mysticism, with Peter Pizor

  • March 08 - The Significance of Biblical Names, with Jim Appelbaum

  • March 15 - The History of Tel Aviv/Jaffa, with Jill Maidhof

  • March 29 - Health Care and Jewish Ethics, with Mickey Bowen

  • April 05 - The Importance Of Synagogue Life: It’s Not Just Praying, with Damien Timms


Upcoming Beits

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More Adult Learning Opportunities

Visit often to learn about upcoming Adult Education opportunities


Ongoing Opportunities….

Small Group Discussion with Jill Maidhof : Historical Snapshots: Israel
First Thursday of the month 7:00-8:00 p.m. (Limit 16)

Appreciate the richness and complexity of our Jewish homeland by “meeting” three members of the “Israeli Construction Crew,” visiting three historical sites and experiencing three critical moments in contemporary history. Selected “stops” on our journey will inspire discussion and storytelling. We will NOT be discussing the current political situation.


Interfaith Conversations
Next meeting: March 9, 10:30 a.m.
Location: Beth Torah

Whether you’re a new Jew, Jewish Adjacent, or in an interfaith family, this casual conversation group is an opportunity to ask questions, compare notes, and find community.

  • Open to the community – drop-ins welcome!

  • Questions about the group can be sent to Emily Albano at emily.v.albano@gmail.com.


Lunch & Schmooze with Damien (12:00-1:00 p.m. 2nd Thursday of the Month)
Location: Beth Torah Library
Next meeting: March 13


SALON - a Jewish Journey (7:00 p.m.-8:00p.m., 2nd Thursday of the Month)
Location: Beth Torah Library

A free, fun, and informal conversation group exploring Jewish topics affecting our lives today, facilitated by Jill Maidhof.
(For Questions & Registration, contact Jill: jill.maidhof@gmail.com)

  • March 20 - You Be the Judge: A Bintel Brief

All women in the Jewish community are warmly invited.
Attend as consistently as your life allows.
Add your voice to our conversations.


—> Questions about or ideas for Adult Ed at Beth Torah? Contact jill.maidhof@gmail.com

—> Did you miss the Robert Alter talk at the Kansas City Public Library? Watch here on the Library YouTube Channel.