If you’ve binged Netflix’s “Nobody Wants This” with the rest of the Jewish community, you may be inspired to lean into your heritage and learn a bit more about Judaism. (Or, if you’re not Jewish, perhaps Kristen Bell’s character has made you curious about what Judaism could mean for you.)
Either way, the Torah says that learning is a mitzvah — educating yourself and growing as a person are important parts of that message. And local Chabads and congregations take this to heart.
Whether you want conversion classes that you can take from your couch, or to delve deeper into the Torah, or to immerse yourself in a community of Jewish women, here are some local offerings you’ll want to explore.
CONVERSION FROM THE COUCH
You don’t have to be Jewish for this class. In fact, you don’t even have to be in South Florida. B’nai Torah Congregation in Boca Raton recently launched a virtual conversion course that you can take from anywhere. Led by Rabbi Evan Susman, the live Zoom classes allow students to engage with the instructor and other classmates, while learning about Jewish history, theology, Hebrew prayers, ethics and more. While conversion is in the name, the class is not just for those looking to convert. Interfaith partners wanting to learn more about Judaism or even Jews hoping to reconnect with the religion are welcome to join as well.
WHEN: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays
WHERE: B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton
COST: $1,000 fee includes one-year membership to B’nai Torah
HOW TO SIGN UP: btcboca.org/convert-to-judaism-online (rolling admissions)
A PLACE FOR JEWISH WOMEN
Led by Rebbetzin Dinie Ciment, the Rosh Chodesh Society at Chabad Lubavitch of Greater Boynton Beach focuses on how Judaism can improve your daily life. Whether you are hoping for a better night’s sleep, increased communication with your partner, or an overall higher sense of happiness, this class aims to help you get there. Each week covers a different topic, paired with refreshments made by Ciment herself.
WHEN: One session per month on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m., through May 13, 2026
WHERE: Chabad Lubavitch of Greater Boynton Beach, 10655 El Clair Ranch Road, Boynton Beach
Cost: $120 for full course and student book; $18 per session
HOW TO SIGN UP: chabadboynton.com
CONTINUING JEWISH EDUCATION
The Levis JCC Phyllis & Harvey Sandler Center in Boca Raton hosts weekly Jewish learning classes on a variety of topics, available in person and virtually. On Tuesdays, for example, the focus is women’s issues (relationships, family dynamics, finances). On Wednesdays, Rabbi Eli Rabovsky explores traditions and heritage.
WHEN: Ongoing weekly classes
WHERE: Levis JCC Phyllis & Harvey Sandler Center, 21050 95th Ave. S., Boca Raton
COST: $10 a person, with discounts for members
HOW TO SIGN UP: levisjcc.org/culture/programs_classes
DIVE INTO JEWISH HISTORY
Temple Emanu-El of Palm Beach is hosting an adult education series on Judaism and Jewish history. Starting Dec. 3, lecturer Esther Zaretsky will present “Courtroom Trials in Jewish History,” to be followed by a discussion of the laws of kashrut by Rabbi Joel Levinson.
WHEN: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., the first three Wednesdays of every month, from December through March
WHERE: Temple Emanu-El of Palm Beach, 190 N. County Road
COST: Free
HOW TO SIGN UP: 561-832-0804; tepb.org/education
IN-DEPTH TORAH TEACHINGS
Palm Beach Synagogue offers three different classes for Torah teachings. One explores the weekly Torah portion, while another provides insight into how the Torah commandments apply to our lives. The newest session, taught by Rabbi Leibel Shmotkin from 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturdays, is a beginner-friendly class to help synagogue newcomers feel more comfortable with the prayers and order of services.
WHEN: Ongoing weekly classes
WHERE: Palm Beach Synagogue, 120 N. County Road
COST: Free and open to the Jewish community
HOW TO SIGN UP: No registration required, but you can go to palmbeachsynagogue.org/study or call 561-838-9002 for more details
