Oddities

Purim Players

How can playing pretend be a sacred act? How can roleplaying games enrich our understanding of Jewish identity and culture? These fictional scenarios to give participants permission to boldly imagine what it means to be Jewish. No prior experience required.

The Horror of Holiness

What is fear of God (yirat Elohim) really about? This structured discussion explores human encounters with the divine through the lens of horror. Leaving aside easy answers, participants grapple with ancient stories via modern horror in order to better understand the nature of holiness.

The House of Dinah Sapphic Torah Study

Where can queer women be hiding in the Torah? This immersive study reclaims space for queer women in the defining narrative of the Jewish people. Open to all who want to explore sacred text in more inclusive ways.