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The Jewish Academy, established in 1993, has educated thousands of Jewish adults with stimulating and inspiring courses and study groups on a broad spectrum of Jewish knowledge, history, Biblical and Talmudic studies, Kabbalistic teachings, and Jewish Philosophy. 

Wednesday, Jan.
22, 2025
11:15 am
The Academy – Center for Jewish Life
30347 Canwood St, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Winter Semester: Mysticism ExposedRepeating Event Available on Zoom

Struggle and Soul: A Divine Journey to Meaningful Living Known as the secrets of the Torah, the Kabbalah is an age-old body of knowledge exploring the inner dimensions of G-d, man and the universe. Utilizing the teachings of the Kabbalistic and Chassidic masters, this study group will lead you on a journey into the self […] ...

Wednesday, Jan.
22, 2025
12:30 pm
The Academy – Center for Jewish Life
30347 Canwood St, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Winter Semester: The Chosen PeopleWeekly Available on Zoom

G-d’s Ambassadors to the World Join us for our popular Lunch & Learn Study Group as we study the Book of Deuteronomy, Moses’ last will and testament to the Children of Israel and mission statement to each and every Jew of every generation. Also available on Zoom. Register below for both in-person and Zoom attendance […] ...

Wednesday, Jan.
22, 2025
8:00 pm
The Academy – Center for Jewish Life
30347 Canwood St, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Pathways to Inner JoyWeekly

A Jewish Guide to Happiness Rooted in Jewish wisdom, this course guides participants on a journey to discover lasting happiness and fulfillment. Drawing on teachings from the Torah, Talmud, and sacred mystical texts, this course explores the spiritual and ethical principles that cultivate inner joy. Participants will engage with time-honored practices such as gratitude, mindfulness, […] ...

Thursday, Jan.
23, 2025
8:00 pm
The Academy – Center for Jewish Life
30347 Canwood St, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Maximizing Your MarriageWeekly

What if your marriage could be extraordinary—but only if you dare to make it so? Too many couples settle for “good enough” when extraordinary is within reach. The love and connection that felt strong years ago won’t thrive without continuous care and investment. Great marriages don’t just happen—they’re created by those willing to put in […] ...

Wednesday, Apr.
30, 2025
11:15 am
Also available on Zoom

Spring Semester: Mysticism ExposedRepeating Event Available on Zoom

Kabbalah and Chasidism Known as the secrets of the Torah, the Kabbalah is an age-old body of knowledge exploring the inner dimensions of G-d, man and the universe. Utilizing the teachings of the Kabbalistic and Chassidic masters, this study group will lead you on a journey into the self and the world around you. Spring […] ...

Wednesday, Apr.
30, 2025
12:30 pm
Also available on Zoom

Spring Semester: The Chosen PeopleRepeating Event Available on Zoom

G-d’s Ambassadors to the World Join us for our popular Lunch & Learn Study Group as we study the Book of Deuteronomy, Moses’ last will and testament to the Children of Israel and mission statement to each and every Jew of every generation. Also available on Zoom. Register below for both in-person and Zoom attendance […] ...

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Tuesday, Jan.
21, 2025
7:45 pm
Also available on Zoom

Winter Semester: Torah StudiesWeekly Available on Zoom

A Weekly Journey Into the Soul of Torah Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking study group on the weekly Torah portion. Drawing from the wisdom of the Talmud, Kabbalah and Chassidic Masters, these sessions will focus on the relevance of the Torah’s teaching to our modern lives. Also available on Zoom. Register below for […] ...

Tuesday, Jan.
21, 2025
8:30 pm
Chabad of Simi Valley
4464 Alamo Street

Winter Semester: The Talmud – Simi ValleyWeekly

The Laboratory of Jewish Law This is an opportunity to dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of legal discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. ...

Wednesday, Jan.
22, 2025
8:15 am
Chabad of Agoura Hills
30347 Canwood St, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Winter Semester: The Talmud – Agoura HillsWeekly

The Laboratory of Jewish Law This is an opportunity to dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of legal discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. ...

Thursday, Jan.
23, 2025
12:30 pm
Only available on Zoom

Winter Semester: Tanya IIRepeating Event Only on Zoom

The Gateway to Understanding G-d’s Unity The Book of Tanya, authored by the legendary Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, first “Rebbe” of the Chabad dynasty, is the basic and fundamental guide to Chassidic philosophy. It captures the deepest – most abstract and profound – mystical concepts of Torah and translates them into a tangible, comprehensive […] ...

Sunday, Jan.
26, 2025
10:15 am
Chabad of Simi Valley
4464 Alamo Street

Winter Semester: The Book of TanyaWeekly

The Bible of Chassidism The Book of Tanya, authored by the legendary Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, first “Rebbe” of the Chabad dynasty, is the basic and fundamental guide to Chassidic philosophy. It captures the deepest – most abstract and profound – mystical concepts of Torah and translates them into a tangible, comprehensive and inspirational […] ...

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 […] ...

Monday, Jan.
27, 2025
8:15 pm
Chabad of Thousand Oaks
1515 El Monte Drive

Winter Semester: The Talmud – Thousand OaksWeekly

The Laboratory of Jewish Law This is an opportunity to dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of legal discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. ...

Sunday, Apr.
27, 2025
10:15 am
Chabad of Simi Valley
4464 Alamo Street

Spring Semester: The Book of TanyaWeekly

The Bible of Chassidism The Book of Tanya, authored by the legendary Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, first “Rebbe” of the Chabad dynasty, is the basic and fundamental guide to Chassidic philosophy. It captures the deepest – most abstract and profound – mystical concepts of Torah and translates them into a tangible, comprehensive and inspirational […] ...

Monday, Apr.
28, 2025
8:15 pm
Chabad of Thousand Oaks
1515 El Monte Drive

Spring Semester: The Talmud – Thousand OaksWeekly

The Laboratory of Jewish Law This is an opportunity to dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of legal discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. ...

Tuesday, Apr.
29, 2025
7:45 pm
Also available on Zoom

Spring Semester: Torah StudiesWeekly Available on Zoom

A Weekly Journey Into the Soul of Torah Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking study group on the weekly Torah portion. Drawing from the wisdom of the Talmud, Kabbalah and Chassidic Masters, these sessions will focus on the relevance of the Torah’s teaching to our modern lives. Also available on Zoom. Register below for […] ...

Tuesday, Apr.
29, 2025
8:30 pm
Chabad of Simi Valley
4464 Alamo Street

Spring Semester: The Talmud – Simi ValleyWeekly

The Laboratory of Jewish Law This is an opportunity to dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of legal discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. ...

Wednesday, Apr.
30, 2025
8:15 am
Chabad of Agoura Hills
30347 Canwood St, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Spring Semester: The Talmud – Agoura HillsWeekly

The Laboratory of Jewish Law This is an opportunity to dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of legal discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. ...

Wednesday, Apr.
30, 2025
8:00 pm
The Academy – Center for Jewish Life
30347 Canwood St, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Biblical StoriesWeekly

Lessons from the Prophets We will delve into some of history’s most dramatic stories and inspiring figures. These thrilling tales, set during our nation’s formative years when our ancestors strived to establish a civilization amid hostile neighbors, capture the essence of the human condition. Through the actions of kings and prophets, these stories offer timeless […] ...

Thursday, May.
1, 2025
12:30 pm
Only available on Zoom

Spring Semester: Tanya IIWeekly Only on Zoom

The Gateway to Understanding G-d’s Unity The Book of Tanya, authored by the legendary Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, first “Rebbe” of the Chabad dynasty, is the basic and fundamental guide to Chassidic philosophy. It captures the deepest – most abstract and profound – mystical concepts of Torah and translates them into a tangible, comprehensive […] ...

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