Torah Lishmah

Congregation Ner Shalom, 85 La Plaza, Cotati, CA 94931

This purchase supports a local non-profit
This purchase supports a local non-profit

Torah Lishmah means “learning for its own sake.”

The Torah Lishmah class* is an opportunity for young people past B.Mitzvah age to continue their Jewish learning on their own terms. Every month students will meet Reb Irwin at a convenient café or at his house. (Coffee is on him.) Together we will explore Jewish texts, history, mythology, philosophy – whatever the class decides they’d like to dive deeper into. This is learning for its own sake – not B.Mitzvah prep, not readying for a test. Learning for the pleasure and enrichment that only learning can provide.

*Torah Lishmah requires a minimum of 4 registrants, so encourage your Post-B.Mitzvah friends to register, too!

Key Program Date: Nitzanim Bagel Brunch + Open House: Sunday, August 23, 10:00 AM

Class Dates: Once per month, October 2026 - May 2027, Dates TBD

Where: Torah Lishmah meets once per month at Ner Shalom, Rabbi Irwin’s house, or a nearby coffee shop

Multiple Program Discounts

We understand that every family’s situation is unique, and we want to make our programs as accessible as possible. Multi-program discounts are available.

Families registering for 2 of more programs may use the code MULTI to receive $150 off their total registration. (Excluding B.Mitzvah Academy + Midweek Hebrew Combo)

To pay by check, please register online and use the discount code CHECK.

Then mail your payment to: Congregation Ner Shalom 85 La Plaza, Cotati, CA 94931

Safety Information

  • Staff is First Aid Certified
  • Employee Background Checks
  • Carries Liability Insurance

This information is provided by the organization and has not been independently verified by Enrichment.kids.

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Cancellation Policy

If you notify us at least 2 weeks in advance, we can process a full refund, deducting a 15% cancellation fee. Refunds will not be possible with less than 2 weeks' notice.

Location

mapCongregation Ner Shalom, 85 La Plaza, Cotati, CA 94931

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Ner Shalom’s Nitzanim Program is here to meet your family’s learning needs. We do that through family-wide experiential learning (usually in nature), Hebrew study, B.Mitzvah preparation, and Torah Lishmah, our post-B.Mitzvah Academy class. These program components complement and support each other. Under the leadership of Youth & Families Education Director, Mia Zimman, and with the involvement of Rabbi Irwin and a skilled faculty, we look forward to helping your family enrich your sense of Jewish values, connection, literacy, and practice.