The Jewish Community Scholars Program began in 2001 in Orange County California to provide high level adult Jewish education. Technology has given CSP a global reach with partner synagogues in Israel, Europe and all of North America. As a partner synagogue, Temple Israel members have access to CJP’s vast array of live presentations from top notch scholars. CSP also has an extensive archive of past programs on You Tube.
Sunday, August 31st, from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. (PT) and 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. (ET) live on Zoom from Even Yehuda, Israel
“Jewish Underground Militias in Pre State Israel” led by Professor Paul Liptz
Step into the stunning lakeside city of Ohrid, North Macedonia, on this live-stream walking tour that blends natural beauty, ancient history, and rich Jewish heritage. As we explore its cobbled streets, medieval churches, and Ottoman-era architecture, we’ll also uncover the little-known story of Ohrid’s historic Jewish community. From hidden landmarks to stories of resilience, discover how Jewish life once thrived in this Balkan crossroads, and how its legacy still echoes through the city today. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Tuesday, September 2nd, from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. (PT) and 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. (ET) live on Zoom from New York
“Leading with Purpose: A Conversation with Rabbi Rick Jacobs”
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Rabbi Rick Jacobs, president of the Union for Reform Judaism, as he reflects on his journey from Tustin, California, to leading a movement representing over two million Jews across North America. Drawing from decades of spiritual leadership, social activism, and global engagement, Rabbi Jacobs will share insights on the challenges and opportunities facing contemporary Jewish life.
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Thursdays, September 4th,, 11th, 18th & 25th from 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. (PT) and 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. (ET) live on Zoom from New York City
“From Pickles to Prada: 150 Years on the Lower East Side” led by Dr. Sharon Keller
Join us for a four-part series exploring over 150 years of transformation in one of New York’s most iconic neighborhoods—the Lower East Side. Once a bustling enclave of pushcarts, pickled herring, and Yiddish theatre, this historic district has reinvented itself as a vibrant hub of boutique fashion, fusion cuisine, and cultural evolution. Through evocative images, rich stories, and sharp commentary, we’ll examine the changing landscape of entertainment, food, shopping, and social norms. Part 1 – Spotlight on the LES: Stages, Shtick, and Stardom, Part 2 – “I’ll Have What She’s Having!” Food Then and Now, Part 3 – Where Did You Buy Your Camp Clothes? From Pushcarts to Prada, and Part 4 – “They Were Good to Their Mothers,” But Were They? The Seamy Side of Life on the LES. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
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