Scotch-Tasting Completes 2014-2015 Texts & Tasting Series
On Sunday, I held the fourth and final “Texts and Tasting” event of the 2014-2015 year. “Scotches & Second” featured Islay Scotches alongside learning about the second commandment. The Islay Scotches – Bruichladdich Scottish Barley, Kilchoman, Lagavulin 16, and Laphroaig 18 – were graciously sponsored by Rachel Tichauer at NewContinue Reading
Discussion at Moishe House on How Chickens Became Meat
Last week, I led a text-based discussion at the Orange County Moishe House with young adults. The topic under discussion was how did chicken become to be considered meat that was not to be boiled with milk (or consumed, etc.). This topic emerged out of a discussion held last monthContinue Reading
Speaking on Interfaith Panel at CSULB
Recently, I spoke on an interfaith panel at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB). Two-and-a-half weeks ago, I represented Judaism in discussing “Justice”, alongside representatives of the other Abrahamic faiths. While I pointed out that justice occurs hundreds of times in the Bible, I also made sure to highlight twoContinue Reading
Final “Torah on Tap” of the Academic Year with Beach Hillel
Last night, I led a Torah on Tap discussion for Beach Hillel on the centralmost chapter in the Torah. Taking place at The Nugget at California State University, Long Beach, we looked at chapter 19 in the book of Leviticus, which provided a rich discussion. The Torah on Tap seriesContinue Reading
Discussion on the Ten Commandments in Anaheim
The other night, I led a discussion on the Ten Commandments for young adults in Orange County. As part of my monthly “Beer, Bible, & Brewery” series with young adults (20s-30s), this event focussed on the Ten Commandments and their place within Judaism. The event took place at Noble AleContinue Reading
Initial Meeting of Hillel International’s Circles of Educational Excellence [Throwback Thursday]
In December, immediately prior to Hillel International’s General Assembly, I took part in the first meetings of the first cohort of Hillel International’s Circles of Educational Excellence. Beginning on Sunday night with some introductory activities, the group got going in earnest on Monday morning, continuing on through mid-afternoon. Consisting ofContinue Reading
Visiting Chapman, CSULB, & UCI Students During Passover
Last week during Passover, I visited a few different campuses to hang with students during lunchtime to enjoy some matzah with them. On Monday, I went to California State University, Long Beach to join up with Beach Hillel for their matzah gathering; on Tuesday, I went to Chapman University to joinContinue Reading
A Visit to the Moishe House of Orange County
Last night, I went to the Moishe House of Orange County to lead a discussion on “Is there More to Being Jewish than Just Holidays?” Although I have spoken at Moishe House of Orange County multiple times, this was my second time speaking at their new location (their third suchContinue Reading
Seder-Aid Event Prepares Young Adults for Passover Seder
Last week, I led a conversation for young adults to go over the Passover Seder(s) in order to mentally prepare for it. Taking place in Long Beach on the Sunday prior to the holiday, I led a relaxed conversation (over beer – something we would not be enjoying during theContinue Reading
“Beer, Bible & Brewery” Return Visit to The Bruery Features a Tour
Last night, as part of the monthly “Bible, Beer, and Brew” series, we visited The Bruery in Placentia. Having visited in the fall, this time, we had the opportunity to talk with The Bruery’s chief financial officer, Carl Katz, who led us on a tour of The Bruery. Katz led us onContinue Reading