Summer Learning Opportunities from the URJ
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In a world that feels increasingly fractured, now is the time to return to what grounds us. Join us for an upcoming program or class to explore Jewish life, traditions, values and identity in a space that celebrates your whole self. Our programs affirm people from all backgrounds and are LGBTQ+ friendly.
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START LEARNING THIS SUMMER
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Introduction to Judaism Online
Explore a modern take on Jewish life in our online class community!
Unlike our usual once-a-week classes, our summer cohort meets twice-a-week for twenty 90-minute sessions starting in June.
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Hebrew Reading Review
Review and refresh your Hebrew reading skills in this 90-minute online class. Whether you recently learned the aleph bet or learned long ago and are feeling a little rusty, our warm and supportive online space can help you gain a renewed sense of confidence.
June 8 at 8 PM ET
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Learn to Read Hebrew
Get started with the shapes and sounds of the Hebrew aleph-bet!
Ten weekly sessions start Monday, June 16
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GET READY FOR PRIDE MONTH
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Pride & Joy Live
Join us for a free, virtual celebration of LGBTQ+ Jewish life which will spotlight LGBTQ+ Jewish artists, musicians, storytellers, and drag performers while honoring intersecting Jewish and LGBTQ+ identities. All are welcome!
June 4 at 8 PM ET
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Six Ways to Support Trans and Nonbinary Grandkids
This new resource includes insights, language, and practical steps to help grandparents affirm their grandchildren’s identities.
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Discuss Parenting with Author S. Bear Bergman
S. Bear Bergman, author of “Special Topics in Being a Parent: A Queer and Tender Guide to Things I've Learned About Parenting, Mostly the Hard Way," will be joining us as we explore the intersections of parenting and Judaism in today’s complex world.
June 11 at 8 PM ET
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Judaism and LGBTQ+ Identity
Register for a free, one hour “study break” on Jewish social justice. This session is part of a monthly series from LAASOK, the liberal Beit Midrash, and is co-sponsored by the Union for Reform Judaism.
June 16 at 3 PM ET
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Queer Torah
What happens when we read Jewish texts through a trans lens? Join Joy Ladin for a welcoming, beginner-friendly session exploring gender and identity that’s open to all.
June 18 at 7 PM ET
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All programs except Hebrew will be auto-captioned on Zoom. Reach out to us at learning@urj.org with questions and accessibility requests. We are committed to reducing financial and other barriers to participation.
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Fri, June 13 2025 17 Sivan 5785
