Temple AdathIsrael’s “Mini University” is now enrolling for classes beginning September 2008! Classes emphasize discussion or hands-on activity, with short readings to be done in class. No prior knowledge of the subject matter is necessary—just a willingness to participate in a subject that interests you!
You may take as many Mini U. courses as you like. The one time registration fee of $18.00 covers all courses offered in the 2008-2009 academic year (though some courses may charge additional fees for class materials). Enrollment is open to the entire Jewish community. Here are the courses for the Fall 2008 term:
“Just One Voice: A Legacy of Action from Holocaust Rescuers and Resistors” with Mixon Ware (Wednesdays, 7-9 pm September 17, 24, October. 1)
Can just one voice make a difference? In Denmark, the voices of a few committed people helped save thousands of Danish Jews from Nazi concentration camps. Through images from the Danish Museum of Resistance in Copenhagen and the Occupation Museum in Arhus, Denmark, we will explore the rescue of the Danish Jews and see how one tiny country made a big difference in the lives of many. We will view and discuss an award-winning documentary, "Unlikely Heroes: A Salute to Personal Acts of Resistance against Evil," from the Simon Wiesenthal Center, and we will use what we have learned from the heroes of history to find our own voice. From stories of valor and victory, we will look to the present and ask how we can make a difference today. Participants will exchange concerns, ideas, and resources as we share dialogue about the fight for human rights and human dignity in our world today. "Never again" must be an action, not just a slogan.
“Living Well” with Lauren Howard (Sundays 12:30- 2 pm, October 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16)
This course will provide a basic overview of Human Anatomy and Physiology to be presented in an everyday, useful way. We will discuss the mind/body connection and how various daily activities and environmental factors affect our physiology. We will also discuss easy ways to reduce stress and improve our overall health and well being each day. Class sub-topics will include: how our bodies work; getting closer to God through prayer and meditation; Jewish history of health and wellness; what am I putting in my body?; moving more for health; and effective alternatives for pain relief and pain management. This class is appropriate and encouraged for all ages regardless of the students’ ability to move comfortably and/or freely. The amount of physical activity done in class will be minimal and done primarily for demonstration purposes.
Enrollment limit:18
“Lamb Cookery” With Eden Myers (Classes scheduled for one evening per week during the weeks of November 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8, 15; exact dates and time TBA)
This course will explore various aspects of lamb cookery. The first week will provide an overview of lamb, including cuts of meat, the lamb production cycle, and general cooking methods. In weeks 2-5 we will prepare a different recipe each class, including fancy dishes, convenient weeknight dinners, crockpot dishes, and ethnic dishes. The final class might include a trip to a farm or butcher’s shop
From Eden: “I raise and market grassfed hair sheep lamb in central Kentucky. So we eat a lot of lamb at our house, which has allowed me to become as comfortable cooking lamb as I am with its production and marketing. I have found many people are unfamiliar with lamb, or are inexperienced with meat cookery in general- but once they try it they like it, so then, of course, they want to know how to cook it. It's not hard, but lamb is a bit different and won't taste its best if that's not taken into account. Many people who think they don't like lamb have simply had poorly prepared lamb!”
Enrollment limit: 10; additional cost of $55 (more if class decides to make a crown roast or leg of lamb).
Courses to be offered in the Winter 2009 Term include:
“Environmental Issues in Kentucky and Beyond” with Diana Clewett (January and February)
“The Story of Masada” with Sam Kad (April and May)
To enroll for Fall Courses, or if you have any questions, please contact Ken Slepyan at kslepyan@transy.edu or call at (859) 226-9145. You may enroll at any time, but the sooner the better to guarantee your place! Please make checks out to “Temple Adath Israel” and write on the memo line “Mini U.”
Views expressed by Mini U instructors are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Temple Adath Israel
