Adult Education

To see our online and in-person opportunities, please visit our Services and Affiliate Groups, pages. For a complete list of events and services, visit our Events Calendar.

Continuing education is a vital part of Judaism and can deepen one's understanding of Jewish history, heritage, culture and traditions.

Kollels

Kollels (classes) on a variety of interesting topics and Jewish history seminars are held several times a year and usually take place over the course of several weeks. Some are offered for a nominal fee, others are free; all are open to the entire community.

Special Programs/Visiting Scholars/Holiday Programs

Throughout the year, CAI hosts visiting scholars who offer a variety of Judaic topics. Generally, the scholar-in-residence participates in a Shabbat service, followed by a Shabbat dinner, and his/her presentation. As part of the Shabbat morning service he/she may deliver the D’Var Torah and lead our Torah Study that afternoon. Some visiting scholars also lead family workshops. Portions of a scholar’s visit are https://caiaz.org/lifelong-learning/scholar-in-residence/ open to the community and may include a nominal fee.


Ongoing


Weekday Torah Study Group

Thursdays at 12:00 noon

See Calendar page for schedule. 

Led by Rabbi Metz, a lively and energetic text study with an in-depth look at the weekly portion. 

No charge to attend. Bring your Bible and your desire to learn together. 

 

Zoom  and other links are available in your e-mail.
Call (520) 745-5550 for more information or to be added to our email list 

or to pick up books for home use.




Read It & Meet Book Discussions

Monthly at 11:00am on Zoom

Watch your email for details and  links to join the discussion!

Book discussions are held once a month and are open to all. We discuss selected books by Jewish authors and/or with Jewish content, and share our experiences, reactions and ideas. Moderators facilitate each discussion.

 

DATE BOOK & AUTHOR
 Sunday, September 15 The Art Thief by Michael Finkel
 Sunday, November 17 The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride
 Sunday, January 19 The Little Liar by Mitch Albom
 Sunday, February 23  All the Broken Places by John Boyne
 Sunday, March 30  Kantika by Elizabeth Graver
 Sunday, April 27  The Wind Knows My Name by Isabel Allende