“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!

Quick Links

Register for Intro to Judaism Classes for 5785 Spring Cohort (Feb 3, 2025) Registration is Closed! Next class will begin in Nov. 2025
Wednesday Morning Study Group Schedule
Register for URJ Online Introduction to Hebrew

Upcoming Adult Education Events

SundaySun, 30 MarMarch, 2025

Adult Ed Short Stories with Cliff Scott-Rudnick

Sunday, Mar 30th 1:00p to 2:00pJoin Cliff Scott-Rudnick and other adult learners to dive into various short story collections.

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MondayMon, 31 MarMarch, 2025

Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Mar 31st 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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SundaySun, 6 AprApril, 2025

Sunday Scholar Series: Rabbi Shoshanah Conover

Sunday, Apr 6th 9:30a to 10:30aExplore the complexities of modern Jewish life with Rabbi Shoshanah Conover, Senior Rabbi of Temple Sholom of Chicago. In this engaging class, delve into pressing ethical dilemmas and discover how Jewish texts and traditions can guide us toward a more compassionate and inclusive world. Through lively discussions and experiential learning, deepen your understanding of Jewish values and their relevance in today’s society. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with others and transform your perspective on the world around you.

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MondayMon, 7 AprApril, 2025

Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Apr 7th 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, 7 AprApril, 2025

Adult Education Monday Night Film

Monday, Apr 7th 7:00p to 9:00pJoin other adults on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month to watch and discuss popular films!

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MondayMon, 21 AprApril, 2025

Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Apr 21st 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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TuesdayTue, 22 AprApril, 2025

Learning More About The Growing Threat from Iran with Elliott Abrams

Tuesday, Apr 22nd 7:00p to 9:00pThis event is a part of our Israel-Speaker Series for 5785. As an expert in the field of foreign relations, Elliot Abrams, in conversation with Rabbi Conover, will discuss the growing threat from Iran in the Israel/Gaza war and how Iran’s involvement might impact the future of the region. This will be followed by discussion groups facilitated by clergy and staff.

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SundaySun, 27 AprApril, 2025

Sunday Scholar Series: Rabbi Shoshanah Conover

Sunday, Apr 27th 9:30a to 10:30aExplore the complexities of modern Jewish life with Rabbi Shoshanah Conover, Senior Rabbi of Temple Sholom of Chicago. In this engaging class, delve into pressing ethical dilemmas and discover how Jewish texts and traditions can guide us toward a more compassionate and inclusive world. Through lively discussions and experiential learning, deepen your understanding of Jewish values and their relevance in today’s society. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with others and transform your perspective on the world around you.

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MondayMon, 28 AprApril, 2025

Introduction to Judaism

Monday, Apr 28th 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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SundaySun, 4 MayMay, 2025

Sunday Scholar Series: Rabbi Shoshanah Conover

Sunday, May 4th 9:30a to 10:30aExplore the complexities of modern Jewish life with Rabbi Shoshanah Conover, Senior Rabbi of Temple Sholom of Chicago. In this engaging class, delve into pressing ethical dilemmas and discover how Jewish texts and traditions can guide us toward a more compassionate and inclusive world. Through lively discussions and experiential learning, deepen your understanding of Jewish values and their relevance in today’s society. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with others and transform your perspective on the world around you.

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MondayMon, 5 MayMay, 2025

Adult Education Monday Night Film

Monday, May 5th 7:00p to 9:00pJoin other adults on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month to watch and discuss popular films!

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MondayMon, 19 MayMay, 2025

Adult Education Monday Night Film

Monday, May 19th 7:00p to 9:00pJoin other adults on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month to watch and discuss popular films!

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MondayMon, 2 JunJune, 2025

Adult Education Monday Night Film

Monday, Jun 2nd 7:00p to 9:00pJoin other adults on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month to watch and discuss popular films!

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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

Adult Education

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

Adult Education at Temple Sholom

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

Last year’s class topics included the following series:

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