Secular and cultural education for adults

At The City Congregation, we believe learning is a lifelong endeavor. We offer several adult education programs that explore a wide variety of subjects in Jewish culture and history from a secular humanistic perspective. You can attend every session or just show up for the ones that interest you.

Adult Perspectives on Secular and Cultural Judaism

Our free Adult Perspectives programs are usually led by Rabbi Tzemah Yoreh or a member of the congregation with an occasional panel discussion or guest speaker. They always conclude with a lively discussion.

Adult Perspectives meets twice a month on Sundays from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM at 15 West 86th Street (SAJ) in Manhattan. There is no charge and all are welcome to attend.

See the Adult Perspectives schedule

Most of our programming is directed at adults.

See our calendar

Jewish cultural programs on Shabbat

Our free Shabbat cultural presentations and discussions are held following Friday evening services. They usually feature notable guest speakers on subjects ranging from history and the arts to ethics and politics.

Shabbat services and cultural programs are held once or twice a month on Friday evenings at 7:30 PM in Manhattan. There is no charge and all are welcome to attend.

See the next Shabbat service dates

Introduction to Judaism Class

TCC is happy to offer an Introduction to Judaism course. This is an introduction to Jewish texts, practices, and liturgy through a Secular Humanist lens. We are excited to help facilitate this stage of your journey toward greater knowledge and appreciation of Jewish culture and traditions.

This course is open to all members and friends of TCC free of charge. It is for Jewish members as well as members currently adopting Judaism.

To join the class, email [email protected].

See the schedule for our Intro to Judaism Class

Intermarriage Seminar

Rabbi Yoreh meets with couples individually or as a group to explore issues and concerns that can be encountered in interfaith or intercultural marriages. Email Rabbi Yoreh at [email protected] if you’d like to participate in this program.