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Adult Education
2025-26 calendar
In addition to these programs, our Brotherhood & Sisterhood also offer many lectures, book discussions & more. Check the events tab in the navigation bar to explore these options.
- Listening and Speaking from the Heart: Dialogue on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Wednesday, October 8 & 22, 6:00 PM. Limited to the first 40 registrants
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A (Broken) "Contract with God": The Book of Job and Modern Responses: Tuesdays: January 13, 20, 27 via Zoom with Rabbi Emerita Jaech and Professor David Sperling
- Is Dialogue Possible? The israeli Palestinian Conflict and the Question of Antitsemitism: A discussion with Dr. Ben Sax: Wednesday, March 25, 6:00 PM
- Community Shabbat Dinner featuring Merrill Zack – Chief Global Community Engagement Officer of HIAS: Friday, October 24, 6:15 PM. Dinner is for members only. You must be logged into your account to view the page and register.
- Brunch & Learn with Rabbi Visotzky: Sunday, April 19, 11:00 AM
Temple Israel of Northern Westchester offers a multitude of Adult Offerings throughout the year. Based on the congregations’ interests, each year our calendar may include having guest scholars and speakers address the congregation during Friday night services, weekday evenings or Sunday mornings, and multi-series classes on topics such as the history of Israel and exploring Israel through Israeli culture. Past guest speakers including human rights activist and philanthropist Elisha Wiesel and writer and editor Mark Oppenheimer. We also have a weekly Torah study group which is led by Rabbi Polish and other guest scholars. Our Temple Israel Brotherhood and Sisterhood also offer Adult Education offerings with diverse topics, ranging from Jewish themes in popular culture, a history of Jews at West Point and a conversation with a Jewish member of the New York Board of Regents.
To learn more about Adult Education, please contact our current Adult Education Chairs Ed Ginsberg or Dan Theodore.

Mon, December 1 2025
11 Kislev 5786
Temple israel Happenings
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Tuesday ,
DecDecember 2 , 2025
Social Justice Circle Meeting featuring Assemblywoman Dana Levenberg
Tuesday, Dec 2nd 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Our meeting will feature Assemblywoman Dana Levenberg of the 95th district. Dana is also a member of Temple Israel and founder of Open Arms for Refugees. -
Wednesday ,
DecDecember 3 , 2025
Brotherhood Holiday Dinner
Wednesday, Dec 3rd 7:30pm to 9:00pm
All men of Temple Israel are welcome to join Brotherhood for our Holiday Dinner. Enjoy a delicious meal at Taormina Trattoria Restaurant, 59 Hudson Ave Peekskill, NY (914)739-4007 in the company of old friends & new. Our Food Czar, Neal Freiman, has carefully selected a menu featuring the finest Italian food to be found. -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 7 , 2025
Artisan Holiday Gift Fair
Sunday, Dec 7th 11:00am to 4:00pm
Get ready to do your Hanukkah gift shopping and support Temple Israel at the same time! Come see original work from painters, photographers, jewelry makers, potters, textile artists, woodworkers, and more. Bring your friends--members and non-members-- and enjoy an array of beautiful one-of-a-kind gifts. Our wonderful and talented vendors have graciously agreed to donate 20% of their sales back to the Temple. Shop, have fun, and support the Temple at this exciting event! -
Tuesday ,
DecDecember 9 , 2025
Current Events
Tuesday, Dec 9th 10:30am to 12:00pm
On the second Tuesday of each month, from 10:30 -12:00, join us at the Temple for our lively discussion around issues of local, national and international news events. We cover everything from breaking news to issues around health and well being and more! If you can't come in person, contact Shari to receive a link to join us virtually.
Events
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Shabbat Day
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This week's Torah portion is Parashat Vayishlach
| Shabbat, Dec 6 |
Erev Hanukkah
| Sunday, Dec 14 |
