Ongoing Events

SUNDAY to FRIDAY

 

Daf Yomi
7:30 a.m., Congregation Sons of Israel

Meeting all year long, this class covers the gamut of Talmudic law, studying one page of the Talmud each day, and completing the Talmud over the course of seven and a half years. Basic Jewish background is recommended. 

 

SUNDAYS 

 

Jewish War Veterans Post 239 
2nd Sunday of the month, 10 a.m., JCC of the Lehigh Valley 

Veterans and their significant others are invited as the guest of the Ladies Auxiliary. Come and enjoy comradeship; we’ll even listen to your “war stories.” A brunch follows each meeting. Questions? Contact Commander Sheila Berg at  610-360-1267 or sh-berg1@hotmail.com.

 

Tefillin Club & Adult Hebrew School 
9:30 a.m. Tefillin; 10 to 11 a.m. Adult Hebrew, Chabad

Tefillin is for Jewish men and boys over the age of bar mitzvah, to learn about, and gain appreciation for, the rich and enriching Jewish practice – the mitzvah – of donning tefillin. Contact 610-351-6511.

 

Talmud Class for Beginners! 
10 to 11 a.m., Congregation Beth Avraham of Bethlehem-Easton

For information,contact Rabbi Yitzchok I. Yagod at 610-905-2166.

 

MONDAYS  

 

Friendship Circle
11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., JCC of the Lehigh Valley

Friendship Circle is a place for people to meet, make new friends and enjoy each other’s company. We welcome all adults over 50. Annual dues $30; paid up members are treated to two major programs with a catered luncheon. Regular weekly meetings and lunch – $6. First visit – NO CHARGE. Weather permitting. Contact Cynthia at 610-739-2755 for reservations.

 


J-ARTS: Adult Mosaics Class
Jan. 29 - March 5, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., JCC of the Lehigh Valley

In this class you will learn all the skills needed to create your own beautiful mosaics. Instructor Cindy Schneider will teach participants how to safely handle glass and how to use appropriate glass cutting tools. Whatever your art level, Cindy will support and encourage you to grow as an artist and designer. Get ready to have fun and enjoy this relaxing, creative, form of expression. All materials are included in this course. Price: $144; JCC members: $114.For more information or to register, please call 610-435-3571 or stop by the JCC Welcome Desk.

 

 

TUESDAYS 

 

Torah Study
12 p.m., at the home of Cindy Daniels, 3630 Corriere Rd., Apt. 100, Easton

Join Rabbi Melody of TCP to delve into the heart and soul of the Torah and how it applies to your life! No knowledge of Hebrew is necessary, nor is registration. Contact 610-253-2031 for information.

 

Pirkei Avot (The Ethics of the Fathers)
1:15 p.m., home of Cindy Daniels, 3630 Corriere Rd., Apt. 100, Easton

Join Rabbi Melody of TCP for this wonderful class. All welcome! Contact 610-253-2031 for information.

 

Yachad Torah Study Group
1:30 to 2:30 p.m., JCC of the Lehigh Valley

It doesn’t matter how much you know, it matters how much you want to know. Bring your curiosity to Yachad’s Torah study group and discover the wonders, adventures and meaning of the Torah. Moderated by lay leaders. Held in the front gallery at the JCC. Email barbart249@aol.com for information.

 

J-Days: Connection Corner at the J
Yiddish Club
1:30 to 3 p.m., JCC of the Lehigh Valley

Enjoy fun, fellowship, stories and more. Discuss topics like cooking, politics, humor, music and all kinds of entertainment in the Yiddish language. Join other adults to experience similar interests. This is a time to connect with others. The JCC will provide the space and light refreshments. Register for the year and participate in as many of the weekly activities as you would like. $5/season or register for a full year: $18/year. JCC members: free. Register with the JCC Welcome Desk or call 610-435-3571. Contact Amy Sams for more information about J-Days at 610-435-3571 ext. 182 or asams@lvjcc.org.

100,000 Miles/YR for KOSHER!
First Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m., Congregation Beth Avraham  

Open to all. Fascinating vignettes from a mashgiach who drives approximately 100,000 miles/year (yes, per year!) to keep the kosher supply chain intact. From rural Arkansas to frigid Nova Scotia, winter and summer, the demands are always there. Contact Rabbi Yitzchok I. Yagod, Kashruth Hotline (24/6), 610-905-2166, rabbiyagod1@gmail.com.

 

WEDNESDAYS  

 

101 Judaism Class
10 a.m., Temple Covenant of Peace

Join Rabbi Melody for the 101 Judaism Class. All welcome! Contact 610-253-2031 for information.

 

J-Days: Connection Corner at the J
Mah Jongg
1 to 3:30 p.m., JCC of the Lehigh Valley

Drop in for a friendly game of mahj and conversation. Join other adults to experience similar interests. This is a time to connect with others. The JCC will provide the space and light refreshments. Register for the year and participate in as many of the weekly activities as you would like. $5/season  or register for a full year: $18/year. JCC members: free. Register with the JCC Welcome Desk or call 610-435-3571. Contact Amy Sams for more information about J-Days at 610-435-3571 ext. 182 or asams@lvjcc.org.

 

Hadassah Study Group
Every other Wednesday, 1:30 p.m., Temple Beth El

Allentown Hadassah presents a stimulating series of short story seminars. All are welcome to attend these free sessions in the Temple Beth El library. The group will be reading selections from anthologies available from Amazon.com. For dates and stories, contact Marilyn Claire, mjclaire@gmail.com, 610-972-7054.

 

Beth Avraham Torah Study
7 p.m., Congregation Beth Avraham 

Torah: It is the common heritage that binds all Jews together. Explore the ancient wisdom of Torah together. All are welcome. RSVP: Rabbi Yitzchok I. Yagod, 610-905-2166, rabbiyagod1@gmail.com. 

 

Torah Studies: A Weekly Journey into the Soul of Torah
7 p.m., Chabad of the Lehigh Valley

Torah Studies by JLI presents: Season Three 5778: A 12-part series. Cost is $36 for the complete series (textbook included). For more information contact 610-351-6511 or Rabbi@chabadlehighvalley.com.

 

Orthodox Jewish Living: 
What Is It & How?
8 p.m.

Contact Rabbi Yizchok I. Yagod, 610-905-2166, rabbiyagod1@gmail.com.

 

THURSDAYS

 

Chronic Conditions Group
2nd Thursday of the month, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., Jewish Family Service 

The group is open to anyone that is coping with living with a chronic condition and looking for others to share life issues and garner support. Co-led by Susan Sklaroff-VanHook and Rebecca Axelrod-Cooper. Call 610-821-8722 to learn more. There is no charge for the group.

 

Pro-text Con-text: Images of Israel in Sacred Literature
10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., Congregation Keneseth Israel

Join a welcoming group of KI members and their friends to discuss a variety of topics relevant to the Jewish lives we have--or want to have. No prerequisites except an open mind and a willingness to listen to each other. For more information or to get on the email list, contact shari@kilv.org or call 610-435-9074.

Torah on Tilghman 
12:15 p.m., Allentown Wegmans  

Cantor Ellen Sussman of Temple Shirat Shalom leads a lunch and learn on the Torah. RSVP to contactus@templeshiratshalom.com or 610-820-7666. 

 

J-Days: Connection Corner at the J
CANASTA AND CARDS
1 to 3:30 p.m., JCC of the Lehigh Valley

Beginners are welcome to join in this weekly drop-in game.Join other adults to experience similar interests. This is a time to connect with others. The JCC will provide the space and light refreshments. Register for the year and participate in as many of the weekly activities as you would like. $5/season  or register for a full year: $18/year. JCC members: free. Register with the JCC Welcome Desk or call 610-435-3571. Contact Amy Sams for more information about J-Days at 610-435-3571 ext. 182 or asams@lvjcc.org.

 

FRIDAYS

 

J-Days: Connection Corner at the J
COLORING KLATCH
1 to 3:30 p.m., JCC of the Lehigh Valley

Join in the adult coloring craze to relax and socialize! We will supply coloring templates, colored pencils, and a comfortable, relaxing environment. Join other adults to experience similar interests. This is a time to connect with others. The JCC will provide the space and light refreshments. Register for the year and participate in as many of the weekly activities as you would like. $5/season  or register for a full year: $18/year. JCC Members: Free. Register with the JCC Welcome Desk 610-435-3571. Contact Amy Sams for more information about J-Days at 610-435-3571 ext. 182 or asams@lvjcc.org.

 

J-ARTS: Adult Mosaics Class
Jan. 19-Feb. 23, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., JCC of the Lehigh Valley

In this class you will learn all the skills needed to create your own beautiful mosaics. Instructor Cindy Schneider will teach participants how to safely handle glass and how to use appropriate glass cutting tools. Whatever your art level, Cindy will support and encourage you to grow as an artist and designer. Get ready to have fun and enjoy this relaxing, creative, form of expression. All materials are included in this course. Price: $144, JCC Members: $114. Limited to 8 participants. Register by calling or stopping by the JCC Welcome Desk 610-435-3571 or online at www.lvjcc.org/onlineregistration. Questions? asams@lvjcc.org.

 

SHABBAT  

 

Beginner’s Gemara
8 a.m., Congregation Sons of Israel

Facilitated by Dr. Henry Grossbard, this is an excellent primer for developing the analytical tools necessary for in-depth study of the Talmud. 

 

Chavurat Torah Study
Each Shabbat following kiddush lunch, Temple Beth El

Taught by Shari Spark. No sign-up needed. Length of each class will vary. Enrich your Shabbat experience by studying the parashat hashavua, the weekly Torah portion.

 

Issues in Contemporary Halachah
12 p.m., Congregation Sons of Israel

Join Rabbi Wilensky as he takes Halachah from the weekly Torah portion and brings it to bear on some of the most pressing issues of our time.

 

CBS Wisdom of the Talmud
1 p.m., Congregation Brith Sholom

Join Rabbi Singer in a lively discussion about Jewish law, ethics, customs and history, as found in the pages of the Talmud. This year we are continuing to focus on the roots of the Sh’ma and Amidah, foundations of Jewish prayer, found in Masechet Brachot. Books are available for order. No previous Talmud study required.

 

Bnei Akiva    
5:45 p.m., Congregation Sons of Israel

An Israel-centered fun program for kids ages eight to 14. This program is free and open to the public. For information and to RSVP, call 610-433-6089.