On Sunday, Mar. 21, we welcome Sheldon Low, a new face in Jewish rock, in a concert presented with students in the Temple B’nai Abraham Religious School. As a complement to some Yiddish songs that will be part of the concert, Alan Pierce and Saul Axelrod will hold a discussion on the golden age of Yiddish Radio. To contrast with the concert and the radio, we will again hold a session on Jewish meditation. Join us for this special Community Learning Day!
About TBA’s Community Learning Day
The Community Learning Days are designed to bring all generations of our congregation and the greater North Shore Jewish Community together to enjoy educational programming. The program is free and open to the public. Generally, our Community Learning Days feature one or more special guests complemented by individuals from our community who share their expertise, skill, interest or talent.
This program is generously sponsored by the Alan Kaplan Memorial Enrichment Fund.
March 21 Featured Guests
Sheldon Low, Singer/Songwriter/Jewish Educator
On Sunday, March 21, we are excited to have Sheldon Low, the newest face in Jewish music, who performs rock concerts, ‘Light Up Shabbat’ services, and Artist-in-Residency weekends in Jewish communities throughout the United States. Low has an undeniable appeal to youth and family audiences, not only as a musician, singer/songwriter, and entertainer, but most importantly, as a Jewish educator and role model.
Alan Pierce and Saul Axelrod, Yiddish Radio Project
Saul Axelrod, our resident Yiddish expert, and TBA member Alan Pierce, President of the Jewish Historical Society of the North Shore, will take us back to the Golden Age of Yiddish radio with a discussion of the rich treasure trove of shows that have been recovered and restored. You will hear delightful commercials as well as excerpts from Rabbi Rubin’s Court of the Air (a Yiddish Judge Wapner) and songs from the Bagelman Sisters (or the Barry Sisters as we know them today).
History of Jewish Meditation
Rabbi Joel Hoffman, the Executive Director of Nishmat Hayyim, will present an introduction to yoga, Jewish meditation, and Kabbalah — all in 45 minutes! It is a sampler class around the theme of happiness and what we want in our lives. The meditation will combine some “hitbodedut” — silent meditation — and some “hitbonenut” contemplation.
Schedule of Learning Activities
(Schedule is subject to change)
Detailed descriptions of each of the sessions can be found below the schedule. If you want to reserve a space in any of the sessions, or you have a question, please leave a comment.
| 8:45-9:00 | 9:00-9:45 | 9:45-10:30 | 10:15-11:00 | 11:00-12:00 | |
| Foyer | Continental Breakfast and Welcome everyone |
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| Chapel | Choir Age 7 to adult |
Sunday Minyan |
History of Jewish Meditation
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| Sanctuary |
Yiddish Radio Project |
School Minyan all grades |
Concert Prep with Sheldon Low |
Concert with Sheldon Low | |
| Library | Passover Workshop Gr. 2 to 4 with Lauren Goldman |
Holiday Workshop (preschool) Craft and Music under age 6 with Rebecca Guilmet |
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| 1st Floor Classroom |
Ulpan Hebrew |
Holiday Workshop (preschool) Craft and Music under age 6 with Rebecca Guilmet |
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| Classroom 1 | Games in Hebrew Gr. 2 and up with Atid |
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| Classroom 3 | The Art of Torah Gr. 1 with Phil Blue |
The Art of Torah Gr. 2 and up with Phil Blue |
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| Classroom 4 | Israeli Dancing Kindergarten with Lynn Rubenstein |
Session Descriptions
Sheldon Low, Singer/Songwriter/Jewish Educator
On Sunday, March 21, we are excited to have Sheldon Low, the newest face in Jewish music, lead Temple B’nai Abraham children as singers and musicians in a rock concert of their own.
History of Jewish Meditation
Join us as we again welcome an expert from Nishmat Hayyim: Breath of Life Jewish Meditation Collaborative of New England describe the history of Jewish meditation.
Alan Pierce and Saul Axelrod, Yiddish Radio Project
Saul Axelrod, our resident Yiddish expert, and TBA member Alan Pierce, President of the Jewish Historical Society of the North Shore, will take us back to the Golden Age of Yiddish radio with a discussion of the rich treasure trove of shows that have been recovered and restored. You will hear delightful commercials as well as excerpts from Rabbi Rubin’s Court of the Air (a Yiddish Judge Wapner) and songs from the Bagelman Sisters (or the Barry Sisters as we know them today).
The Art of Torah
The Temple B’nai Abraham personal Torah is almost complete! Help finish it up by drawing a parashah! A separate lesson is planned for the first graders.
Choir
Do you like to harmonize when we pray? Marcy Yellin continues her work developing a TBA choir. No previous experience required. As always, newcomers welcome!
Concert Prep with Sheldon Low
During this time slot, Sheldon Low will work with the children musicians involved with his concert.
Games in Hebrew
The teens in the Atid program have planned to entertain the kids with a variety of games in Hebrew. Play Shimon Omer, Twister, and some other Hebrew games.
Holiday Workshop (preschool) Craft and Music
Join Rebecca Guilmet as she exposes the littlest ones to Passover and its traditions.
Israeli Dancing
Lynn Rubenstein leads the kindergarten class and their families in a festive demonstration of Israeli dancing.
Passover Workshop
Favored teacher Lauren Goldman will share Passover traditions with the second through fourth graders.
Ulpan Hebrew
Miriam Blue and Naomi Shiloh teach the group current Hebrew phrases and expressions so you too can chat with Israelis in their native tongue, at least a little bit! Hebrew speakers of all levels are welcome.
