Give us 2 hours a week; we’ll give you 3000 years.

FlorenceMelton Adult Mini-School–The Florence Melton Adult Mini-School, in conjunction with the Partnership for Jewish Life and Learning, is a comprehensive, pluralistic program of adult Jewish learning offered throughout the world. Developed at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, the Melton curriculum offers adults a well-rounded, in-depth study of Judaism in a user-friendly format. Explore Jewish texts from Biblical through contemporary sources in an intellectually stimulating, non-denominational environment.

Melton’s Approach to Jewish Learning

• University-caliber faculty and curriculum
• Designed for busy adults
• Learning for pleasure; no pressure
• No prerequisites, homework or exams
• Relates ancient wisdom to modern life
• Dynamic faculty of rabbis and educators encourages dialogue
• Unique non-denominational approach

Classes at Or Chadash:

Rhythms of Jewish Living; Purposes of Jewish Living

Rhythms of Jewish Living examines the Jewish calendar, holidays and life-cycle events. Students explore ideas, beliefs and practices that define Jewish life. Purposes of Jewish Living explores Jewish thoughts and beliefs. Essential Jewish theological concepts are presented through in-depth examination of the Bible, Talmud and other sacred texts.

Monday evenings (7:15-9:15 PM)
Congregation Or Chadash (Damascus, MD)
October 11 – May 16, 2010 (15 sessions).
Tuition: $325 + $50 materials fee

The teachers have been excellent, the learning environment has surpassed my expectations and the whole experience has reinforced my deep Jewish pride. I now have a renewed desire to pursue the continuing journey of learning. - Carole Forman

Invariably, the adult learners in my Melton classes become a family; interpreting texts and rituals, sharing personal stories, and pledging to continue together towards lifelong Jewish learning and living. – Avi West

Saturday Morning Torah Study
10:00 -11:00 am. (8:30-9:30 when a bar or bat mitzvah is scheduled.)

Torah study with Rabbi Kobey and other interested congregants is a marvelous opportunity to learn in greater depth what the Torah has to say to 21st century American Jews. Knowledge of Hebrew is not necessary. The only qualifications you need for this hour are a genuine interest, and the ability to ask questions.