Shabbat Morning Study

Join the Rabbi each Shabbat morning at 10:30 AM in our sanctuary for morning prayer. At the conclusion of the Torah service, the rabbi leads a discussion on the weekly portion, focusing on one or two verses from the Torah narrative. The rabbi offers one or two translations as well as some traditional commentary and welcomes input from all those attending.

Time: Saturday mornings beginning at 10:30 AM Location: CBI Sanctuary

Adult B’nai Mitzvah

This class, taught by Rabbi Bruce Greenbaum and Dr. Beryl Levinger, is perfect for those who never became a Bar or Bat Mitzvah. We will study Jewish history, ethics, traditions and values along with Hebrew and liturgy. At the end of this year of study students may opt to participate in a group Bar/Bat Mitzvah service.

Time: Every other Tuesday from 7:15-9:15 PM
Location: CBI Lounge

Israeli Folk Dancing

Israeli and International Folk Dancing a beginner’s class that meets weekly in the CBI social hall. Men and women of all ages are invited to learn traditional Israeli dances as well as dances from all around the world.

When: Monday evenings at 7:30 PM
Where: CBI Social Hall
Cost: $3.00 donation per class

Lunch with the Rabbi

Once a month, the rabbi welcomes congregants to join him at a local restaurant for a delicious lunch and discussion. The group has been meeting at Cafe Stravaganza. Topics include "Israel Today," "Jewish Teachings on War," "Jewish forms of Prejudice."

Time: Thursdays at 12 PM

Cost: $17.00 (meal charge)

Scholar-in-Residence Weekends

A scholar will be scheduled (approximately 2-3 times a year) to join us and to share their expertise with us. Weekends usually begin with a Shabbat dinner and the scholar speaking either before or during Shabbat services. Saturday mornings the scholar often offers a lesson/discussion prior to the Shabbat service. Saturday evenings we join together for Havdalah, a dessert buffet, and a third presentation by the visiting scholar. Sometimes the scholar will offer a fourth presentation on Sunday mornings as well.

Cost: Small varying fee for Sabbath dinner, otherwise free to CBI members; open to guests for a small fee.

Click here for upcoming Scholar-in-Residence Weekend information

Intermediate Hebrew

Rosemary Lande and Sam Levinger are teaching Hebrew II for CBI Adults who completed their studies with them last year, or have a basic understanding of Hebrew reading. Speak with Rosemary or Sam if you are interested in joining their course.

Time: Every other Tuesday from 7:00-8:30 PM Location: CBI Lounge

Jewish Book Group

The Jewish Book Group meets once a month to discuss selected books of interest. Books are ordered from Pilgrim’s Way bookstore in Carmel. Members of the group receive email notices about chosen titles and can request to participate in a group order. When the books are delivered, Pilgrim’s Way calls each member, who is responsible for picking up and paying for her or his own books.

Time: once a month at 7:30 PM

Location: Meetings are held at the homes of group members

Best Years

Are you a CBI senior? The Best Years program offers dynamic speakers, delicious lunches, trips to exciting and educational events...what could be better? Suggestions about future speakers, trips, programs and movies are welcome. Also let us know if you need a free ride to these events.

Visit our calendar page on the website or the Shofar for current offerings!