Jewish Academy

Lectures & Films

The Jewish Academy has hosted hundreds of lectures over the years delivered by world renowned speakers and scholars from all over the globe.

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Lectures & Films

The Jewish Academy has hosted hundreds of lectures over the years delivered by world renowned speakers and scholars from all over the globe. Jewish and Israel themed documentaries and film premiers have also been a part of this very popular program.

Monday, Jan.
27, 2025
8:00 pm
The Academy – Center for Jewish Life
30347 Canwood St, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

With Honor and DignityRepeating Event

Join us for a 3-Part Lecture Series: The Jewish Approach to Death, Burial & Mourning Death is a subject most painful to discuss yet it is critically important that we seek guidance and wisdom from the Torah and our great sages concerning the many questions that arise during this most difficult period of time. How […] ...

Friday, Feb.
7, 2025
6:00 pm
The Academy – Center for Jewish Life
30347 Canwood St, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Scholar-In-Residence Weekend

Delightful, Inspiring, and Traditional Shabbat Dinner and Lecture In Honor of The 10th of Shevat The tenth day of the Hebrew month of Shevat, marks the yahrzeit of the sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Y. Schneersohn, and the date on which his son-in-law, the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson formally assumed leadership of the movement. […] ...

Monday, Feb.
24, 2025
8:00 pm
The Academy – Center for Jewish Life
30347 Canwood St, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

A Gang Member’s Journey from Prison to Judaism

The Story of Dr. Yehuda Pryce Omar Pryce got involved with Los Angeles gangs when he was young, working as a mercenary for the gangs, trafficking drugs, ammunition, and more. His criminal activities eventually led him to California’s notorious Pelican Bay State Prison. After sixteen years in prison, he found hope and redemption in Judaism. […] ...

Monday, Mar.
17, 2025
8:00 pm
Also available on Zoom

The AI Revolution Available on Zoom

Why Robots and Machines Will Never Displace Humans Rabbi Moshe Bryski has served as the Executive Director of Chabad of the Conejo for the past forty-one years. His lectures and classes are filled with emotion, inspiration and optimism and have galvanized audiences around the world. Also available on Zoom. Register below for both in-person and […] ...

Sunday, Jun.
1, 2025
11:00 pm
The Academy – Center for Jewish Life
30347 Canwood St, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Shavuot Late-Night Talks

A Night of Learning and Inspiration for Men and Women 6 Fascinating Talks – 6 Speakers – 60 Minutes Following the late-night talks, there will be optional study sessions going deep into the night. Sushi, baked goods, fresh fruit and a nosh buffet will be served. ...

Sunday, Jun.
29, 2025
6:30 pm
Agoura Hills Event Center
29900 Ladyface Court

One People, One Heart

An Evening of Unity and Inspiration Celebrating the Teachings and Vision of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson ...

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Agoura Hills, CA 91301