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Adult Learning

For 2,000 years, the synagogue, responsible for educating generations of Jewish students and families, has stood at the center of Jewish life and learning. For more than 150 years, since the earliest days of Reform Judaism in the United States, Rodef Shalom Congregation has been Pittsburgh's response to this historic chain of tradition.

Hear world-renowned speakers, check out our thought-provoking small study groups, or attend educational programs like concerts and films that are both are enriching and entertaining. We have educational opportunities for all ages.

The mission of the Lifelong Jewish Learning Program at Rodef Shalom is to passionately and actively facilitate all aspects of Jewish learning for the Rodef Shalom community and to help Rodef Shalom remain a local and national leader in Reform Jewish education, in concert with the goals of the Reform movement, through rabbinic-led, lay-led, and outside guest-led lectures and programs. We are here to promote Jewish Living through Jewish Learning.

Upcoming Events

  • Jun 04, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Enjoy extended hours on our opening day 10am-7pm! Starting at 6:00 PM, join us as the Garden is transformed by Tikkun Chant Circle through the exploration of sacred Hebrew phrases with simple, repetitive melodies and rhythms. Free Parking · Free Admission · Wheelchair Accessible
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    Jun 04, 12:30 PM – Jun 05, 2:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Come join our lovely, little Canasta Group. Beginners are welcome - we will have lessons. New and experienced are playing and ready for more people to join us!!
  • Mon 05 Jun
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    Jun 05, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    ALC1, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    A full list of Pittsburgh AA meetings is available at pghaa.org/meetings
  • Jun 06, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Beginners welcome! Lunch to follow. Bring lunch for yourself and a dessert to share.
  • Jun 07, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
    Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Join us for free, docent-led tours of the Biblical Botanical Garden! For groups of 8 or more, please contact biblicalgarden@rodefshalom.org to schedule a tour.
  • Jun 07, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Everyone is welcome to this informal game of mahj!
  • Thu 08 Jun
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    Jun 08, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Contact Sandie Brand if you have any questions.
  • Jun 09, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Rest and rejoice as we welcome Shabbat with beautiful music and meaningful prayer. We welcome interfaith families, the LGBTQIA+ community, visitors, and all generations… and we’re saving a seat for you too.
  • Jun 10, 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM
    Lippman Library & Online, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Enhance your understanding of the Torah in this informal discussion about Jewish tradition's central text.
  • Jun 10, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Rest and rejoice as we celebrate Shabbat with beautiful music and meaningful prayer. We welcome interfaith families, the LGBTQIA+ community, visitors, and all generations… and we’re saving a seat for you too.
  • Jun 10, 7:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    For 8th-12th graders with special musical guest Dan Nichols! Stay tuned for more information.
  • Jun 11, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Rendezvous in our garden for a FREE live performance with The Boilermaker Jazz Band. Join us for drinks and hors d'ouvres as they bring the swinging sounds of the jazz age back to life. Made possible by the generosity of the Goldstein Entertainment Endowment.
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    Jun 13, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Zoom
    All members are welcome to attend!
  • Jun 14, 7:00 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    RSVP for in-person attendance. Must be a member in good standing to attend.
  • Jun 20, 7:00 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Hairdressers, professional mourners, and magical healers find their spotlight as scholar Olivia Devorah Tucker explores how the Talmud - the conversations of the first generations of Rabbis - discusses the lives of women over 1500 years ago.
  • Jun 28, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM
    Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Young children and their grownups are invited to join Librarian Sam Siskind for a story in our garden followed by a crafty activity!
  • Jun 29, 2:00 PM
    Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Ethnobotanist Dr. John Greenberg will present how the study of how people use plants can help us better understand the Torah, from identifying the plants and other natural phenomena mentioned in the Tanach to using information about these plants to shed light on their use in prophetic metaphor.
  • October 2022 - May 2023
    Rodef Shalom, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    This cohort experience is designed for Rodef Shalom members up to age 35 who want to build Jewish practice skills, make connections, and grow relationships.
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