Several classes about basic Jewish beliefs and practices are.being offered at Tampa synagogues. Jews, non-Jews, and interfaith couples who are interested in learning more about Judaism are welcome to attend.the classes listed below. Courses are free, yet some will require a fee for textbooks.
Class Title: Basic Judaism
Where: Congregation Schaarai Zedek
3303 West Swann Avenue
Tampa, FL 33609
813-876-2377
Dates: Wednesdays, September 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 11, 18
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Faculty: Rabbi Richard Birnholz, Rabbi Joel Simon, Cantor Riselle Bain
Class Title: In the Beginning: A Beginner’s Course in Judaism
Where: Congregation Rodeph Sholom
2713 Bayshore Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33629
813-837-1911
Dates: Wednesdays, September 2, 9, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11, December 2, 9, 16, January 6, 13, 27, February 3, 11 (Thursday), 17, 14, March 3, 10
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Faculty: Rabbi Marc Sack
Class Title: Introduction to Judaism
Where: Congregation Kol Ami
3919 Moran Road
Tampa, FL 33618
813-962-6338
Dates: Mondays, October 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16, 30, December 7, 14
Time: 6:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Faculty: Rabbi Robert Judd
For additional information about other adult education classes at these Tampa synagogues, go to
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