Four Sessions
Tuesdays: September 24 and December 1, 2024 and February 4 and April 8, 2025
Fort Tryon Jewish Center
729 W 181st St.
New York, NY 10033.

The Fort Tryon Jewish Center in Washington Heights is partnering with JTS to launch an exciting new offering for teens in Upper Manhattan! 8th–12th graders are invited to join us for four sessions of dinner, schmoozing, and vibrant text study. Led by a JTS rabbinical students, we will discuss issues and challenges at the heart of Jewish life in New York City today. All levels are welcome, so whether you are a veteran learner or are curious to see more about what the Torah and Talmud have to say about our lives today, come on down!

Kosher pizza will be served.

Cost: $18 pay per session / $60 discounted rate to pay for all sessions in advance*
* Promo code discounts to FTJC members are available.

Session I: God is Slow to Anger and Filled With Mercy, but What About Us? The Pros and Cons of Staying Calm When You’re Triggered

Tuesday, September 24, 2024
6:30–7:45 p.m.

Session II: “Understanding Yourself Before You Debate!” Rabbi Elazar’s Guide to Being Yourself and Open to Others

Tuesday, December 9. 2024
6:30–7:45 p.m.

Session III: The Incredible Expanding Circle of the Jewish People: Jews Recognizing and Supporting the Marginalized in Their Communities

Tuesday, February 4, 2025
6:30–7:45 p.m.

Session IV: On the Fifth Day, God Created the Sea Creatures: What Magical Beings in the Torah Can Teach Us About Being New Yorkers

Tuesday, April 8, 2025
6:30–7:45 p.m.

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