Education
We offer a variety of Adult Education as well as monthly meditation and chanting sessions. We offer Children's Education programs for Pre-K, elementary and middle school students in Hebrew and religious education, as well as Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation.
We have a beautiful community of dancers from
all different social circles, who have created a
space of joy, laughter, and mutual support.
So join us for this round! Drop-ins are welcome at any time!
This 8 week session will meet on Monday nights,February 2-March 23 from 6-7:15pm from 6-7:15pm. Requested donation of minimum $8 per class or $60 up front for all eight which pays the drummers. Call, text or email if you have questions. 505-967-8208.
Join student rabbi Josie for an introduction to Torah Chanting covering the basics of Torah Trope, the musical system used for chanting from the Torah. If you are new to chanting Torah or are looking for a refresher, this class is for you!
Have you always wanted to be able to read Hebrew? Did you learn the alef bet in Hebrew school but find yourself in need of an alphabet refresh? This six session learn the alef bet class is for you! Join student rabbi Josie for a six session exploration of the Hebrew alphabet, students will learn Hebrew letters and vowels, and build confidence in sounding out Hebrew words!
Students should purchase Aleph Isn't Tough: An Introduction to Hebrew for Adults prior to the first class.
In this course, we will trace the history of ideas that have shaped contemporary Jewish relationships to the land between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea
Wednesdays 6:30p - 8:30p January 28 through April 29 (no class 2/11 & 4/1)
Suggested tuition: $200 for non members / $54 for members
Link to Register for From Zion to Zionism: A Critical Examination of Jewish Relationship to Land
The mitzvah - instruction - to mark the Jewish month with the new moon is the first mitzvah given to the Israelites in the Torah as they depart from Egypt. This ancient custom of gathering to mark the new Jewish month offers a chance for reflection and insight. Join student rabbi Josie to begin the new months of Shevat, Adar, and Nisan in song, conversation, and guided reflection.
Self-led group delves into the entire Bible, book by book, discussing literal, ethical, and spiritual meaning of the great writings of our ancestors. For more information, and to request zoom link, please email: NSTorahGroup@gmail.com
Calling all Nahalat Shalom teens! Join student rabbi Josie for a six session exploration on Jewish ethics and activism through a study of Pirkei Avot - the ethics of our ancestors - and an exploration of historical Jewish activists for social change.
The Nahalat Shalom Community Klezmer Band & Rikud dancers meet for regular Sunday rehearsals.
All levels of dancers are always welcome - no experience is necessary.
Sheet music is provided as well as instruction from band director and klezmer musician Beth Cohen. All ages and levels of musicians & singers are welcome, but you must know the basics of your instrument/ voice to be in the band.
If you are interested in joining the band, please CONTACT band director Cantor Beth Cohen at cohenedmunds@netzero.net BEFORE attending a rehearsal.
We have a beautiful community of dancers from
all different social circles, who have created a
space of joy, laughter, and mutual support.
So join us for this round! Drop-ins are welcome at any time!
This 8 week session will meet on Monday nights,February 2-March 23 from 6-7:15pm from 6-7:15pm. Requested donation of minimum $8 per class or $60 up front for all eight which pays the drummers. Call, text or email if you have questions. 505-967-8208.
Join student rabbi Josie for an introduction to Torah Chanting covering the basics of Torah Trope, the musical system used for chanting from the Torah. If you are new to chanting Torah or are looking for a refresher, this class is for you!
Have you always wanted to be able to read Hebrew? Did you learn the alef bet in Hebrew school but find yourself in need of an alphabet refresh? This six session learn the alef bet class is for you! Join student rabbi Josie for a six session exploration of the Hebrew alphabet, students will learn Hebrew letters and vowels, and build confidence in sounding out Hebrew words!
Students should purchase Aleph Isn't Tough: An Introduction to Hebrew for Adults prior to the first class.
In this course, we will trace the history of ideas that have shaped contemporary Jewish relationships to the land between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea
Wednesdays 6:30p - 8:30p January 28 through April 29 (no class 2/11 & 4/1)
Suggested tuition: $200 for non members / $54 for members
Link to Register for From Zion to Zionism: A Critical Examination of Jewish Relationship to Land
Self-led group delves into the entire Bible, book by book, discussing literal, ethical, and spiritual meaning of the great writings of our ancestors. For more information, and to request zoom link, please email: NSTorahGroup@gmail.com
The Beit Midrash or House of Learning is the place where Jews gather to study, to chat, to pray, and to dive into the wealth of Jewish tradition. Grab a hevruta - study partner - or find one when you arrive! Student rabbi Josie will be hanging out in the beit midrash to help guide your self-directed learning. Is there a question you’ve always wanted to know the Jewish answer to? Have you always wanted to study a daf - page - of Talmud? Want to explore the week’s torah portion? Come and learn!
The Nahalat Shalom Community Klezmer Band & Rikud dancers meet for regular Sunday rehearsals.
All levels of dancers are always welcome - no experience is necessary.
Sheet music is provided as well as instruction from band director and klezmer musician Beth Cohen. All ages and levels of musicians & singers are welcome, but you must know the basics of your instrument/ voice to be in the band.
If you are interested in joining the band, please CONTACT band director Cantor Beth Cohen at cohenedmunds@netzero.net BEFORE attending a rehearsal.
We have a beautiful community of dancers from
all different social circles, who have created a
space of joy, laughter, and mutual support.
So join us for this round! Drop-ins are welcome at any time!
This 8 week session will meet on Monday nights,February 2-March 23 from 6-7:15pm from 6-7:15pm. Requested donation of minimum $8 per class or $60 up front for all eight which pays the drummers. Call, text or email if you have questions. 505-967-8208.
The class will be on hiatus for the month of January while Becky is in Guinea, West Africa on a dance and drum trip. Next session starts Mon Feb. 2.
Join student rabbi Josie for an introduction to Torah Chanting covering the basics of Torah Trope, the musical system used for chanting from the Torah. If you are new to chanting Torah or are looking for a refresher, this class is for you!
Have you always wanted to be able to read Hebrew? Did you learn the alef bet in Hebrew school but find yourself in need of an alphabet refresh? This six session learn the alef bet class is for you! Join student rabbi Josie for a six session exploration of the Hebrew alphabet, students will learn Hebrew letters and vowels, and build confidence in sounding out Hebrew words!
Students should purchase Aleph Isn't Tough: An Introduction to Hebrew for Adults prior to the first class.