Red 8
How is a chaver (friend) related to a machberet (exercise book)? They both stick together through their three letter root ch/v/r. We will look at a few Hebrew roots to show you how Hebrew works so logically and relatively easily. The inspiration for this session comes partly from an interesting book bought at Limmud last year.
Red 9 (Boulevard)
“By the rivers of Babylon...let their babies’ heads be smashed…”...”A song of ascents in returning to Zion we were like dreamers…” We will look closely at each of these psalms, considering their grammatical ambiguities and confrontational outbursts along with some Rabbinic readings. We will see their invitation to hold onto dreams amidst pain.
Green 26
Come and join a Shabbat morning relaxing mindfulness session. Suitable for all levels of experience. Wear something comfortable!
Yiscah Smith Nechama Goldman Barash
Orange 10
A conversation on what many consider the most well known declaration of one's Jewish identity, belief and trust in the Almighty --- the Shema Yisrael. What is the power of the Shema that Jews throughout the past 3500 years continuously recite this verse? We will explore its power to restore Divine unity to a fragmented inner and outer world.
Red 3
The tale of love, and lack thereof, between Jacob, Leah and Rachel is one of the best known narratives in the book of Genesis. However, there are hidden textual details that once uncovered dramatically change the story. A close reading of Genesis will finally reveal the painful, and very human, origin of the Jewish people.
Red 4
Many animals act in ways that appear to be cooperative, or even altruistic. This behaviour has been the subject of much research by evolutionary biologists for more than 50 years. Can this scientific work help us to address human social problems? Come find out in this updated and Shabbat-friendly version of a talk originally presented in 2016.
Yellow 22
Caroline returns with a bag full of… Come to this session to find out what is in the bag this year. This session will have you playing games, singing songs, listening to stories, and possibly doing some acting. If you are looking for a fun session this is the one for you. Suitable for everyone but especially suitable for those with young children.
Shabbat and Hanukah Programming
Hilton Lobby
Enjoy a lovely Shabbat morning stroll around the lake and through other outdoor areas of the site. Take a breath of fresh air and appreciate our lovely surroundings. Meet in the lobby and bring your coats to wrap up warm - it's chilly out there!
Shabbat and Hanukah Programming
Orange 11
Limmud Festival is truly made by you - and our panels are no different! Come along to join this conversation led by Festival goers who may or may not have presented before! This mystery panel discusses what Shabbat means today and whether the meaning has changed for today's community.
Red 2
The poet and playwright Sholem Aleichem, was an active member of Hovevei Zion and became a fervent supporter of Herzl's political Zionism. He attended the Zionist Congresses, wrote about Herzl and corresponded with him. In this session we will discuss Sholem Aleichem's attitude to Herzl and political Zionism.
Orange 12
As a rabbi and past chair of two international inter-religious organizations, it is remarkable how much we can learn about our own Judaism through dialogue with the other. This session will share remarkable stories of prominent leaders with authentic takeaway messages.
Red 1
Come and join the Families Team to play a bunch of fun and silly games. Suitable for ages 6+.
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