Israel Programming | Winter 2026 

Israeli Folk Dancing
Weekly instruction followed by open dancing.
No partner necessary.
Instructor: Marla Cohen
Tue | 7:00-9:00pm | Ongoing
Free and open to all
For more information, twinkletoesmarla@aol.com or 860-490-8336

Engage. Learn. Connect.

Winter Learning Series with Our Community Rabbis – Free & Open to All

What They Didn’t Teach You in Hebrew School
Tuesdays | 9:00am | Mandell JCC
Led by Rabbi Yitzchok Adler, Beth David Synagogue, West Hartford

Think you know the basics? Think again. Join Rabbi Yitzchok Adler for an engaging weekly class that explores the stories, ideas, and big questions that go beyond what you learned in Hebrew school—offering fresh insight into Jewish life, history, and tradition.
Register www.mandelljcc.org/tix

 
Wisdom of Our Ancestors: A Study of Pirke Avot
Wednesdays | 10:00am | Mandell JCC
Led by Rabbi Fliegel and Rabbi Pincus, Congregation Beth Israel

Join Rabbi Fliegel or Rabbi Pincus for a thoughtful, hour-long discussion exploring Pirke Avot—some of the wisest and most enduring teachings in Jewish tradition. No prior knowledge needed—just a willingness to learn, reflect, and engage in open conversation.
“Find a teacher to challenge your answers. Acquire a friend to challenge your questions. Allow everyone the room to doubt: the ability to challenge opinions—even your own.”
– Pirke Avot 1:6 (Trans. Rabbi Rami Shapiro)
Register www.mandelljcc.org/tix

Weekly Torah Study
Thursdays | 1:00pm | Mandell JCC
Led by Rabbi Tuvia Brander, 
Young Israel of West Hartford

Are you interested in learning the weekly parsha Torah portion, understanding the important lessons from them in a group setting? Rabbi Tuvia Brander from Young Israel of West Hartford will lead these engaging weekly sessions, offering insight and discussion for all participants.
Register www.mandelljcc.org/tix

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Israel programming is funded in part by the Jewish Federation’s annual campaign.