Tikkun Leil Shavuot: Troubling Jewish Texts and How to Understand Them
ZoomJoin Rabbi Josh Franklin (Jewish Center of the Hamptons) and Rabbi Daniel Geffen (Temple Adas Israel) for a night of learning. They will together explore the texts of our tradition that most people shy away from because they’re troubling, anachronistic, and offensive. We’ll make meaning out of troubling texts as opposed to simply rejecting them.
Mussar: A Practice of Shaping Our Holy Virtues
ZoomThe word “Mussar” translates into “correction” “instruction,” or “ethics;” but Mussar as a practice describes a movement of self betterment through the development of holy Jewish virtues. Come explore one value (middah) at a time with Rabbi Josh Franklin, as we unpack ideas such as humility (anavah), wisdom (chochmah), “generosity (n’divut), compassion (rachamim), and trust […]
Book Club: The Tenth Muse by Catherine Chung
ZoomJoin us for an opportunity to delve into an interesting book, expand your thinking on a new topic or just meet new friends. Whether you’re an avid reader or just want to follow along with the group, our book club welcomes you! The Tenth Muse by Catherine Chung From the days of her childhood in […]
Big Questions
Jewish Center of the Hamptons 44 Woods Lane, East Hampton, NY, United StatesJoin Rabbi Joshua Franklin and Very Reverend Denis C. Brunelle either in person or virtually for an interfaith discussion on questions of faith and religion. The sessions will explore “Why Religion Matters?;” “What is Spirituality?;” “Where are we going post-COVID?;” and “How do we navigate transition and change?” July 30 | Jewish Center of the […]
Conversations About Relationships and Community
Jewish Center of the Hamptons 44 Woods Lane, East Hampton, NY, United Stateswith Rabbi Josh Franklin and Beatty Cohan Join Rabbi Josh Franklin and Beatty Cohan for deep conversations about forging strong relationships and developing a sense of community. Participate either in person at the Jewish Center of the Hamptons (membership and proof of vaccination required for in person attendance), or through Zoom. Pre-registration required for in-person […]
Singing and Story with the Rabbi
Jewish Center of the Hamptons 44 Woods Lane, East Hampton, NY, United StatesJoin the clergy at the Jewish Center of the Hamptons for a singing and story session for toddlers. Read books, sing songs, play together on the playground, and meet other parents. PLEASE RSVP SO THAT WE KNOW YOU ARE COMING ALL ADULTS AND CHILDREN OVER 2 MUST WEAR A MASK Please email Rabbi Josh Franklin […]
Conversation with Ritchie Torres
Jewish Center of the Hamptons 44 Woods Lane, East Hampton, NY, United StatesJoin the conversation with Rep. Ritchie Torres, a self described Afro-Latino, LGBTQ, millennial, progressive and pro-Israel. Rabbi Josh Franklin and Rep. Torres will explore issues of Anti-Semitism, Israel, and the amazing story of New York City’s youngest elected official and the first openly LGBTQ person elected to office in the Bronx. Representative Ritchie Torres is […]
Shabbat on the Beach with Special Musical Guest Rabbi Or Zohar
Main Beach 104 Ocean Avenue, East Hampton, NY, United StatesJoin us at MAIN BEACH every Friday at 6:00pm Join special Shabbat guest Rabbi Or Zohar for a weekend of music and learning. Shabbat on the Beach fuses the experience of spending the summer at the beach with traditional Jewish Shabbat rituals. Find your spot in the sand and join our community in singing, dancing, […]
Torah Study with Rabbi Or Zohar
Jewish Center of the Hamptons 44 Woods Lane, East Hampton, NY, United StatesJoin special Shabbat guest Rabbi Or Zohar for a weekend of music and learning. Dive deep into the weekly Torah portion. Come for just one, or come for every one, each week we begin anew in our study of Torah through an array of perspective, commentaries, and opinion. About Rabbi Or Zohar Rabbi Or Zohar […]
Havdalah with Rabbi Or Zohar
Jewish Center of the Hamptons 44 Woods Lane, East Hampton, NY, United StatesJoin special Shabbat guest Rabbi Or Zohar for a weekend of music and learning. Havdalah rounds out the end of Shabbat with a ritual that brings together singing, reflecting, and enjoying each other’s company. If you have been to Havdalah before, you know this ritual is one of Judaism’s most meaningful, yet lesser known rituals. […]