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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 for 2024-2025
Register for URJ Online Introduction to Hebrew

Upcoming Adult Education Events

TuesdayTue, 20 MayMay, 2025

Talmud Study

Tuesday, May 20th 8:30a to 9:30aJoin Rabbi Conover as she leads an hour-long conversation on a section of the Talmud.

WednesdayWed, 21 MayMay, 2025

Wednesday Morning Study Group

Wednesday, May 21st 10:00a to 11:30aJoin clergy each week for a 90-minute study session exploring Reform Judaism, current events, history, prayer, and other topics.

WednesdayWed, 21 MayMay, 2025

Bearing Witness: A Transgender Airman’s Journey of Service and Authenticity

Wednesday, May 21st 7:00p to 8:30pJoin for an inspiring conversation with Staff Sergeant Nicholas "Bear" Bade who has served with distinction in the U.S. Air Force for six years and is a dedicated Temple Sholom member. He will share his journey of serving authentically as a transgender individual. This special session offers a firsthand look at the challenges and resilience of living openly in the military while staying connected to faith and community.

TuesdayTue, 27 MayMay, 2025

Talmud Study

Tuesday, May 27th 8:30a to 9:30aJoin Rabbi Conover as she leads an hour-long conversation on a section of the Talmud.

WednesdayWed, 28 MayMay, 2025

Wednesday Morning Study Group

Wednesday, May 28th 10:00a to 11:30aJoin clergy each week for a 90-minute study session exploring Reform Judaism, current events, history, prayer, and other topics.

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!

TuesdayTue, 3 JunJune, 2025

Talmud Study

Tuesday, Jun 3rd 8:30a to 9:30aJoin Rabbi Conover as she leads an hour-long conversation on a section of the Talmud.

WednesdayWed, 4 JunJune, 2025

Wednesday Morning Study Group

Wednesday, Jun 4th 10:00a to 11:30aJoin clergy each week for a 90-minute study session exploring Reform Judaism, current events, history, prayer, and other topics.

MondayMon, 9 JunJune, 2025

Beyond the Evening: Exploring Robert Putnam’s Vision of Building Community

Monday, Jun 9th 6:45p to 8:45pDr. Robert Putnam’s recent visit to Temple Sholom inspired our community to think deeply about rebuilding social bonds in a polarized world. Join us for a follow-up gathering as we reflect on his message, discuss next steps, and explore new ways to strengthen connection and civic engagement within our congregation.

TuesdayTue, 10 JunJune, 2025

Talmud Study

Tuesday, Jun 10th 8:30a to 9:30aJoin Rabbi Conover as she leads an hour-long conversation on a section of the Talmud.

WednesdayWed, 11 JunJune, 2025

Wednesday Morning Study Group

Wednesday, Jun 11th 10:00a to 11:30aJoin clergy each week for a 90-minute study session exploring Reform Judaism, current events, history, prayer, and other topics.

TuesdayTue, 17 JunJune, 2025

Talmud Study

Tuesday, Jun 17th 8:30a to 9:30aJoin Rabbi Conover as she leads an hour-long conversation on a section of the Talmud.

WednesdayWed, 18 JunJune, 2025

Wednesday Morning Study Group

Wednesday, Jun 18th 10:00a to 11:30aJoin clergy each week for a 90-minute study session exploring Reform Judaism, current events, history, prayer, and other topics.

TuesdayTue, 24 JunJune, 2025

Talmud Study

Tuesday, Jun 24th 8:30a to 9:30aJoin Rabbi Conover as she leads an hour-long conversation on a section of the Talmud.

WednesdayWed, 25 JunJune, 2025

Wednesday Morning Study Group

Wednesday, Jun 25th 10:00a to 11:30aJoin clergy each week for a 90-minute study session exploring Reform Judaism, current events, history, prayer, and other topics.

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.

Tue, May 20 2025 22 Iyar 5785

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Chicago, IL 60657
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