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About ALEINU
Winner of the URJ Congregation of Learners Award, CBI's Adult Learners Network programming is thriving. ALEINU courses, programs and special events include general and specific Jewish education, book discussions, Bible courses, notable speakers, and much more.
All are InvitedWe welcome people who are not Jewish to attend our classes and programs. In addition to the extensive selection of classes, we offer programs especially designed for interfaith couples and families. Most of our classes do not require CBI membership.
Enrollment and Cancellation Policies
Some classes and programs have limited enrollments. Register early to avoid disappointment. If enrollment is too low, an event or class may be canceled. To be notified of schedule changes or cancellations, you must be preregistered. Check Tidings, CBI's monthly newsletter, our weekly email newsletter, and here for updated information on ALEINU classes and programs.
Financial Assistance
We offer reduced fees or scholarships to assist in attending ALEINU classes.
For more information contact Program Director Bonnie Graff at 858-535-1111, ext. 3800.
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Every Saturday, 8:30 - 9:45 a.m.
Start your Shabbat morning with a lively Torah discussion led by one of our clergy members. Bagels and coffee served. No fee.
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Monthly Sundays mornings starting October 3, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Sunday, October 3: "Do You Have to Believe in God to be a (Good) Jew?"
Conversations will focus on contemporary issues viewed through a Jewish lens. There’s no homework and no preparation needed.
Future topics include Why did God choose Abraham? The Jewish people?, What’s wrong with Monotheism (The problem of zealotry), How do you fight a war ethically? (A look at the Israel’s Code of Ethics for soldiers), Jews: a People, a Religion, or Both, Can Israel be both Jewish and a democracy?
No fee, but please RSVP for planning purposes.
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Tuesday, October 5 through November 30 (8 sessions), 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Want to write but just don’t? Join us for a new writing group at CBI: “JustWrite!” We’ll practice various kinds of writing: creative, memoir, life lessons, journaling, and more. Sharing with the group is optional. Homework is optional. Fun is guaranteed, so is stretching your verbal abilities. Class size is limited. Register NOW!
Fee: $30. CBI members only.
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1st Wednesday of each month, October 6 through May 4, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
No fee; bring your own lunch
Study the week’s parashah (Torah portion) in a lively setting with commentary by sages ancient and modern. Participants are encouraged to come to each session of this monthly class, taught by CBI clergy, but drop-ins are also welcome.
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