New York / New Jersey / Pennsylvania

May 22, 2012 | 1st Sivan 5772

Introduction to Judaism
A course for anyone interested in exploring Judaism—interfaith couples, those considering conversion and Jews looking for adult-level basics—to the fundamentals of Jewish thought and practice. Topics include Jewish holidays and life cycle events, theology and prayer, Israel, history and Hebrew.

Upcoming Classes: New York City, Long Island & Westchester

Please email Caitlin Bromberg at the URJ with any questions or for more information.

Manhattan classes

Temple Israel of the City of New York 112 East 75th St. New York, NY 10021 January 12 - May 17, 2012 Thursday evenings, 6:30 - 8:45 PM Instructor: Rabbi Andrew Bossov and the clergy of Temple Israel REGISTER ONLINE: (This class currently has a waiting list. Please email cbromberg@urj.org to be placed on the list. You will be informed by January 9, 2012 if there is room to register.)	East End Temple 245 East 17th Street New York, NY 10003 March 14 – June 27, 2012 Wednesday evenings, 6:30 - 8:45 PM Instructor: Rabbi Emily Losben REGISTER ONLINE:
Union for Reform Judaism headquarters 633 Third Avenue, 6th Floor New York, NY 10021 May 3 - August 30, 2012 Thursday evenings, 6:30 - 8:45 PM Instructor: Rabbi Leana Morrit REGISTER ONLINE: (Registration deadline is Friday, April 27, 2012. Late registration will be accepted on a space-available basis by calling 212.650.4293 or email cbromberg@urj.org.)	Union for Reform Judaism headquarters 633 Third Avenue, 6th Floor New York, NY 10021 July 12 - November 8, 2012 Thursday evenings, 6:30 - 8:45 PM Instructor: Cantor Caitlin Bromberg REGISTER ONLINE: (Registration deadline is Monday, July 2, 2012. Late registration will be accepted on a space-available basis by calling 212.650.4293 or email cbromberg@urj.org.)

Long Island classes

Central Synagogue of Nassau County
430 DeMott Ave.
Rockville Centre, NY 11510
February 16 - May 31, 2012
Thursday evenings, 7:30 - 9:30 PM
Instructor: Student Rabbi Peter Levy

$450 per person or couple
$375 for member of URJ congregation

TO REGISTER or for more information, call 516.766.4300.

Westchester classes

Larchmont Temple
75 Larchmont Ave.
Larchmont, NY 10538
October 26, 2011 - February 22, 2012
Wednesday evenings, 7:15 - 9:30 PM
Instructor: Rabbi Marc Disick

REGISTER ONLINE:

Please be sure to read the following before registering:

Sponsoring Rabbi:

To supplement the class experience, we strongly suggest that you work with a sponsoring rabbi/cantor from a local Reform synagogue. We have established a program to help you connect with a rabbi or cantor in your area who will sponsor you for the duration of the course. If you are converting to Judaism please note that we require you that you meet with a sponsoring rabbi/cantor. The sponsoring rabbi/cantor form can be found below. You can still register for an upcoming class even if you have not yet met with your sponsoring rabbi/cantor. If you need help finding a sponsoring rabbi please contact Caitlin Bromberg, and she will be happy to recommend someone near where you live.

Download the Sponsoring Rabbi Form

If you are taking the class with a significant other, when registering online:

Please make sure the name of the student who wants to receive the completion certificate is the first person's name you type on the registration page.
After you have completed the information for the primary student, please make sure you click "Add Guest" on the third page and then enter your partner's information, as well.

Register for Manhattan and Long Island Classes

Upcoming Classes: Pennsylvania & Southern New Jersey

To register for any of the following classes, please select from the menu below. If you have any questions, please email Laurel Klein.

Classes currently running in Maple Glen and on the Main Line in the Philadelphia area

Class shared between three locations: Main Line Reform Temple-Beth Elohim Wynnewood, PA February 7 - March 6, 2012 Temple Sholom in Broomall Broomall, PA March 13 - April 17, 2012 Beth David Reform Congregation Gladwyne, PA April 24 - May 29, 2012 Tuesday evenings, 7:00 - 9:00 PM Instructor: Rabbi Beth Janus REGISTER ONLINE:	Temple Judea of Bucks County Doylestown, PA December 6, 2011 - March 27, 2012 Tuesday evenings, 7:30 - 9:30 PM Instructors: Leah Gilboa Hill, MS, Certified Chaplain, Para-Rabbi and Rabbi Ilene Bogosian REGISTER ONLINE:
Congregation Rodeph Shalom Philadelphia, PA January 24 - June 5, 2012 Tuesday evenings, 6:00 - 8:00 PM (Students should bring dinner) Instructors: Rabbi William Kuhn, Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman REGISTER ONLINE:	Congregation Kol Ami Elkins Park, PA March 5 - May 21, 2012 Monday evenings, 7:00 - 9:00 PM Instructor: Rabbi Howard Bogot REGISTER ONLINE:
Temple Emanuel Cherry Hill, NJ January 11 - May 16, 2012 Wednesday evenings, 7:00 - 8:30 PM Instructor: Rabbi Jerome David REGISTER ONLINE:

Upcoming Classes: New Jersey & West Hudson Valley, NY

Please call or email Rabbi Rachel Hertzman for more information or to register for any of the following classes at rhertzman@urj.org or 212-452-6557.

The course is scheduled for 16 weeks. The registration fee for an individual or a couple is $400. There is a reduced fee of $375 for members of URJ congregations. Download the registration form

Temple Sinai of Bergen County Tenafly, NJ Class begins October 26, 2011 Wednesday evenings, 7:30 - 9:30 PM REGISTER ONLINE:	Temple Beth Jacob Newburgh, NY Class begins November 2, 2011 Wednesday evenings, 7:00 - 9:00 PM REGISTER ONLINE:
Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center Monroe Township, NJ Class begins November 8, 2011 Tuesday evenings, 7:00 - 9:00 PM REGISTER ONLINE:	Temple Beth-El Jersey City, NJ Class begins February 27, 2012 Monday evenings, 7:30 - 9:30 PM REGISTER ONLINE:
Temple Emanu-El Edison, NJ Class begins July 9, 2012 Monday and Thursday evenings, 7:30 - 9:30 PM Summer intensive course REGISTER ONLINE: