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Adult Education

“Who is wise? The person who learns from everyone.” (Psalm 119:99)

 

Adult Education at Temple Sholom 

Our congregation values Torah and comprehensive Jewish learning, and we offer a robust catalog of adult education opportunities throughout the week in the spirit of lifelong learning. Taught by our clergy and community members, available topics include Hebrew, Talmud, modern and ancient Jewish history, Jewish text, short stories, spirituality and more. Register for Adult Education Classes on our calendar pages!

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Upcoming Adult Education Events

WednesdayWed, 10 SepSeptember, 2025

 
 
Men's Collective

Wednesday, Sep 10th 5:00p to 6:15pThe Men's Collective is a safe, supportive space where men can openly explore their lived experiences, share insights, and engage in honest dialogue about the journey of modern masculinity in the context of Reform Judaism. This small group of up to 15 participants will meet to discuss topics ranging from navigating relationships and parenthood to leadership, building community, and living with purpose.

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WednesdayWed, 29 OctOctober, 2025

 
 
Men's Collective

Wednesday, Oct 29th 5:00p to 6:15pThe Men's Collective is a safe, supportive space where men can openly explore their lived experiences, share insights, and engage in honest dialogue about the journey of modern masculinity in the context of Reform Judaism. This small group of up to 15 participants will meet to discuss topics ranging from navigating relationships and parenthood to leadership, building community, and living with purpose.

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MondayMon, 3 NovNovember, 2025

 
 
Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Nov 3rd 6:45p to 8:45pIntroduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Discover what could be meaningful to you in liberal Judaism.

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MondayMon, 10 NovNovember, 2025

 
 
Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Nov 10th 6:45p to 8:45pIntroduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Discover what could be meaningful to you in liberal Judaism.

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MondayMon, 17 NovNovember, 2025

 
 
Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Nov 17th 6:45p to 8:45pIntroduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Discover what could be meaningful to you in liberal Judaism.

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WednesdayWed, 19 NovNovember, 2025

 
 
Men's Collective

Wednesday, Nov 19th 5:00p to 6:15pThe Men's Collective is a safe, supportive space where men can openly explore their lived experiences, share insights, and engage in honest dialogue about the journey of modern masculinity in the context of Reform Judaism. This small group of up to 15 participants will meet to discuss topics ranging from navigating relationships and parenthood to leadership, building community, and living with purpose.

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MondayMon, 24 NovNovember, 2025

 
 
Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Nov 24th 6:45p to 8:45pIntroduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Discover what could be meaningful to you in liberal Judaism.

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MondayMon, 1 DecDecember, 2025

 
 
Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Dec 1st 6:45p to 8:45pIntroduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Discover what could be meaningful to you in liberal Judaism.

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MondayMon, 8 DecDecember, 2025

 
 
Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Dec 8th 6:45p to 8:45pIntroduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Discover what could be meaningful to you in liberal Judaism.

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WednesdayWed, 10 DecDecember, 2025

 
 
Men's Collective

Wednesday, Dec 10th 5:00p to 6:15pThe Men's Collective is a safe, supportive space where men can openly explore their lived experiences, share insights, and engage in honest dialogue about the journey of modern masculinity in the context of Reform Judaism. This small group of up to 15 participants will meet to discuss topics ranging from navigating relationships and parenthood to leadership, building community, and living with purpose.

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MondayMon, 15 DecDecember, 2025

 
 
Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Dec 15th 6:45p to 8:45pIntroduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Discover what could be meaningful to you in liberal Judaism.

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MondayMon, 5 JanJanuary, 2026

 
 
Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Jan 5th 6:45p to 8:45pIntroduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Discover what could be meaningful to you in liberal Judaism.

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MondayMon, 12 JanJanuary, 2026

 
 
Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Jan 12th 6:45p to 8:45pIntroduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Discover what could be meaningful to you in liberal Judaism.

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MondayMon, 26 JanJanuary, 2026

 
 
Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Jan 26th 6:45p to 8:45pIntroduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Discover what could be meaningful to you in liberal Judaism.

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MondayMon, 2 FebFebruary, 2026

 
 
Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Feb 2nd 6:45p to 8:45pIntroduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Discover what could be meaningful to you in liberal Judaism.

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In addition to a variety of Sunday class options featuring our clergy and guest speaker series, we also offer:

  • Monday evening Introduction to Judaism and A Taste of Judaism classes 
  • Monday evening bi-monthly film screenings & discussion 
  • Tuesday morning weekly Talmud study with our rabbis  
  • Wednesday morning weekly discussion group with our clergy/education team
  • Wednesday evening Shakespere discussion
  • Wednesday evening parallel classes for parents during Midweek Hebrew 
  • Friday evening Shabbat guest speakers
  • Shabbat morning Torah study minyan with clergy 
  • Sunday morning parallel classes for parents during Religious School
  • Sunday afternoon short stories discussion

 

Last year’s class topics included the following series: 

  • Hartman Hot Topics with Rabbi Conover - Fall & Spring Sundays, 9:30-10:30 AM
  • Prayer & Liturgy 101 with Cantor Ben-David - Winter Sundays, 11 AM - 12 PM
  • Eating Jewishly with Rabbi Gellman - Winter Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 PM
  • Israel 101 with Rabbi Singer - Seasonal Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 PM
  • Short Stories with Cliff Scott-Rudnick - Sundays, 2-3 PM
  • Shakespeare Discussion with Mitchell Brown - Wednesdays, 6:30-8 PM 
  • Intro to Biblical Hebrew with Mitchell Brown - Sundays, 10:30-11:30 AM

Questions? Contact Rabbi Gellman at rabbigellman@sholomchicago.org.

Sat, August 30 2025 6 Elul 5785