Adult
Education & Engagement
At Temple Isaiah, we believe learning is a lifelong journey. Our Adult Education programs offer a chance to explore Jewish traditions, dive into meaningful conversations, and deepen your connection to our community. Whether you’re new to Jewish learning or have been studying for years, there’s something for everyone. Come join us for engaging classes, insightful discussions, and opportunities to grow—both spiritually and intellectually—in a warm and welcoming environment.
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 - 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 - 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Thu, Nov 14, 2024 - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tue, Nov 19, 2024 - 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Thu, Nov 21, 2024 - 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Sun, Nov 24, 2024 - 8:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Tue, Dec 03, 2024 - 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Wed, Dec 04, 2024 - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wed, Dec 04, 2024 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
A Conversation with Steve Oney, author of And the Dead Shall Rise: The Murder of Mary Phagan and the Lynching of Leo Frank. In 1913, 13-year-old Mary Phagan was found brutally murdered in the basement of the Atlanta pencil factory where she worked. The factory manager, a Jewish man named Leo Frank, was arrested, tried, and convicted in a trial that seized national headlines. When the governor commuted his death sentence, Frank was kidnapped and lynched by a group of prominent local citizens. This event shaped the development of the Anti-Defamation League and spurred the resurgence of the Ku Klux Klan. We will delve into the story with Steve Oney whose acclaimed account includes in depth detail and research, and a Dickensian pageant of characters.
Thu, Dec 05, 2024 - 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Reweaving Our Lives is a community within Temple Isaiah of people who are living with or have lived with cancer.
We invite those who are living with or have lived with cancer to attend a unique gathering with the loving spirit of Cacao.
Immerse yourself in Cacao’s powerful heart-opening, clarity-inducing and love-infusing power for a 2.5 hours ceremony guided by Ido Grinberg.
Cacao is an ancient plant medicine that has been used ceremonially for thousands of years in different cultures like the Mayans and the Oztecs.
This plant allay teaches us to unlock our hearts and open our minds while guiding us to remember the true beauty of our souls.
This spiritual experience will include drinking the sacred medicine of cacao, guided meditation, music, herbal healing, sound healing, Zen wisdom teaching and more.
For anyone Jewish,
Jew-ish or
Jew-curious.
Whether you want to learn more about Jewish culture, are considering converting to Judaism, or are eager to bring more Jewish into your life, the Miller Intro to Judaism Program is for you.
The Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is an 18-week course that provides fundamental knowledge, practical skills, and clarifying insights into Jewish culture. No matter your age or background, everyone is welcome to join Intro to Judaism and learn about the Torah and Judaism’s many rituals, values, and holidays. Each cohort will explore Judaism’s past, present, and future with guidance from a rabbi. Consider taking this Jewish class to find out more.
Learn more about what we cover in the course overview.
ChaiVillageLA, a program of Temple Isaiah and Temple Emanuel, has a full array of interesting, educational and fun events. All Temple adults are welcome to join in.
View all Current ChaiVillageLA Programming
Inspiring Jewish stories performed by The Braid! Laugh, cry, and cheer at the stories of descendants of Holocaust survivors, LGBTQ+ Jews, and the shockingly unexpected.
Learn More Here