Kol Ami — The Northern Virginia Reconstructionist Community

Adult Education

Engage in Dynamic Jewish Learning at Kol Ami

Kol Ami offers a diverse array of educational programs and social opportunities for adults. Whether you’re looking to explore Jewish history, engage in contemporary discussions, or connect with a welcoming learning community, there’s always something fascinating to discover!

Our Adult Education programming is open to both members and non-members, making it easy to dive into Jewish learning at any level of experience.

Lunchtime Learning with Rabbi Bruce Aft

Spend Mondays at lunch with Rabbi Bruce Aft and a lively group of folks from four congregations in Northern Virginia.  Drop in for an engaging discussion on contemporary Jewish topics.

Register here to be added to our class list and be notified of upcoming classes.

Adult Talmud Study

Ever wonder about the Talmud – the ancient Jewish compendium of law, philosophy, legends, rabbinic debates, and more? Kol Ami invites you to participate in an ongoing Talmud study group facilitated by an experienced Talmud hand, Jacob Kelter. The group’s wide-ranging discussions are friendly and welcoming, and our stance is pro-women and LGBT-affirmative. No prior Talmud/Jewish background needed!

Come find out what it’s all about! The group meets virtually on the last Tuesday of each month.

Leyning Class with Mike Jawer

Mike Jawer guides this group of Kol Amites in learning the ancient art of chanting from the Torah. The class will start in February 2025 and will continue until at least January 2026, when the group will show off their chops at a Shabbat morning service.

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