Encompassing learning, prayer and other innovative experiences, our Center represents the multiple spiritual dimensions of Jewish living and tradition. Our Center is a place to call home, inside and outside walls, because of the many different paths that inspire us to build community, with a Lev Shalem (a full heart). Browse recordings of past classes and lectures |
Upcoming Programs & Events
Adath in Palm Springs
February 7-10 | Palm Springs, CA | RSVP If you or a loved one lives in Palm Springs, Rabbi Weininger will be coming to visit our Adath snowbirds. There will be a SPA (Soulful Prayer at Adath) musical service on Friday, February 7 at the home of Barb and Andy Fishman in Mission Hills. Please contact Talor Blustin at [email protected] for more information. |
Erev Shabbat Happy Hour & Nosh
Friday, January 24 | 5:00 - 5:45 PM | Adath Foyer Join us for nosh and a beverage as we catch up with friends, meet new people and get ready to celebrate Shabbat. Happy hours are always buzzing with great conversations, people sharing their stories with one another and lots of laughter! New to Adath or considering joining? Happy hours are a great opportunity for you to meet new people and celebrate Shabbat with our community. Look for Anna Simon, Director of Membership, at happy hours so she can introduce you to people or reach out to her in advance at [email protected] or 952-215-3911 to let her know that you plan on attending. Other Fridays: March 28, May 30 |
Adath Jeshurun Trip to Argentina
April 27 - May 7 Rabbi Harold Kravitz and Cindy Reich invite you to join them on the Adath Jeshurun trip to Argentina from April 27 to May 7, 2025. Arranged through Makor Travel Journeys, you will learn about the Jewish story in Argentina, get a taste of Argentine culture, arts, and cuisine, and dive into Argentina’s diverse heritage while being immersed in the country’s astonishing beauty. Learn more about costs, accommodations, see the itinerary, and register for the trip. If you need assistance booking flights or additional plans before/after this tour, please reach out to Sherry Brown at [email protected]. |
Soul Sisters: A Feminist Beit Midrash - A Mini Series
Thursdays | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Zoom | RSVP In this Zoom exclusive series for Spring Semester, Hazzan Dulkin will bring to light the stories of Daughters of the Tanakh: The daughters of Zelophad, Yiftach’s Daughter, Dinah and Pharoah’s Daughter. This class is open to all students regardless of text study experience. We begin with the stories of the Tanakh, putting the women in the spotlight, using both classic and contemporary commentary to center the experience of biblical women. Thursdays: January 30, February 27, March 27, April 24 |
Adult Torah Reading
Saturdays starting January 18 | 10:00 AM | Adult Lounge Want to be able to chant Torah when your child becomes B’nai Mitzvah? Or any other time? Learn to read Torah with Todd Werner and Barry Baines. Email Paula Hance, Clergy Assistant & Education Coordinator at [email protected] to reserve your spot. |
Tuesday Torah Study is Back!
Tuesdays | 12:00 - 1:00 PM | Zoom Dive into the weekly Torah portion with Adath Clergy. Learn about the parsha (portion), discuss its stories, and navigate its lessons. |
See the Calendar for full event schedule.
Classes & Study Groups
adult haftarah refresher
beginning torah reading for adults
With Todd Werner • Free
Interested in learning to read Torah? Contact Rabbi Seid at [email protected]. |
downtown study group
With Rabbi Harold Kravitz & Riv Ellen Prell
Interested? Contact Rabbi Sammy Seid at [email protected]. |
Hebrew classes
Biblical Hebrew 1.0 (Beginning) or Biblical Hebrew 1.5 (Intermediate)
With Lon Rosenfield • Registration Closed Interested in future Hebrew learning? Reach out to Rabbi Seid at [email protected] for upcoming opportunities. |
Intro to Judaism
Open to Jews, people of other faiths or no faith, and those considering conversion. The rabbis of Adath Jeshurun, Beth El and Sharei Chesed Synagogues jointly offer this class. Every participant interested in the path to conversion must have a sponsoring rabbi to meet with initially. Course includes an optional add-on Hebrew reading class for an additional fee.
Questions? Contact Rabbi Seid at [email protected]. |
mussar
With Ofer Geller, Hope Melton, Barbara Rubin Greenberg and Heidi Schneider • Days/dates & times vary, click here for class and registration information.
Dive into Mussar practice! Enrich your life by listening to your inner middot (soul traits). You'll explore a spiritual path of contemplative exercises and text study to help create personal transformations and deepen your connection with yourself, community, and God. |
soul sisters - a Feminist Beit Midrash
Soul Sisters: A Feminist Beit Midrash - A Mini Series
Thursdays | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Zoom | RSVP In this Zoom exclusive series for Spring Semester, Hazzan Dulkin will bring to light the stories of Daughters of the Tanakh: The daughters of Zelophad, Yiftach’s Daughter, Dinah and Pharoah’s Daughter. This class is open to all students regardless of text study experience. We begin with the stories of the Tanakh, putting the women in the spotlight, using both classic and contemporary commentary to center the experience of biblical women. Thursdays: January 30, February 27, March 27, April 24 |
Weekly torah study
Tuesdays | 12:00 - 1:00 PM | Zoom
Dive into the weekly Torah portion with Adath Clergy. Learn about the parsha (portion), discuss its stories, and navigate its lessons. |
Finding Meaning in Shabbat Prayer with Lon Rosenfield
Thursdays starting December 5 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM | Zoom | RSVP This course will discuss interpretation, significance, origins, and artistry of Shabbat prayers and their “choreography.” Occasionally we will step back from the Siddur to see how we live our prayers with ritual: we’ll examine a Torah scroll, mezuzah, tefillin and tallit for example. The course is designed to make you feel comfortable with the liturgy and to experience Shabbat prayer on a new level. Cost: $50 Dates: Thursdays 12/5/24 - 6/12/25 |
Social Groups
Makom
Powered by young adults, Makom is everybody friendly. Makom, the Hebrew word for space, reanimates ancient Jewish wisdom for today. We're in the land of 10,000 lakes with 10,000 ways to create young Jewish community. Come as you are and ride the waves with us. If you have an idea, let's make it happen. Join our Facebook group Want to join our Makom email list to hear about future events? Click here to email us. |
Atid
Powered by adults, Atid is everybody friendly. Atid is Adath's 50+ group...it's like summer camp, for grown-ups! Atid, the Hebrew word for future, is for anyone who's looking for opportunities for deeper engagement through gatherings and events that take advantage of all the Twin Cities has to offer, as well as social, spiritual and educational opportunities at Adath. Join our Facebook group |