Lectures & Talks

We invite you to explore our diverse array of thought-provoking lectures, discussion groups, and featured speakers and look forward to learning alongside you.

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This dynamic program of public lectures brings world-renowned authors, scholars, political leaders, policy experts, and theologians to WHC to share their perspectives on timely issues or their research into Jewish culture and history.

Every year, we are pleased to present prominent writers of the nation’s newest works on topics of Jewish interest, often in cooperation with the Jewish Book Council.

 

 

Amram Scholar Series Schedule for 2024-2025

DateTimeAuthorBook TitleLocation
Sunday, September 22, 202410:30 AMAmir TibonThe Gates of GazaTemple
Sunday, October 27, 202410:30 AMSteven CookThe End of AmbitionTemple
Sunday, December 15, 202410:30 AM
Sunday, January 12, 202510:30 AMHasia DinerOpening DoorsTemple
Sunday, February 23, 202510:30 AMJohn RosoveFrom the West to the EastTemple
Sunday, March 09, 202510:30 AMAbigail Pogrebin / Dov LinzerIt Takes Two to TorahTemple
Sunday, April 27, 2025

Virtual Lectures & Author Talks

We’re also pleased to welcome a variety of authors to WHC throughout the programming year through our partnership with the Jewish Book Council. Often presented by one of our auxiliary groups (i.e. The Besters or Women of WHC) or our ECCs and Religious School, these lectures are a great way to continue lifelong learning and to connect.

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WWHC Literary Club & Brotherhood Lectures for 2024-2025

DateTimeAuthorBook TitleLocationGroup/Program
Tuesday, October 22, 202412:00 PMLisa BarrThe Goddess of WarsawZoomWWHC
Tuesday, November 19, 202412:00 PMSara GlassKissing Girls on ShabbatZoomWWHC
Monday, January 13, 20257:00 PMAdam NimoyThe Most HumanJBSCBrotherhood
Wednesday, February 05, 202512:00 PMJonathan SantloferThe Lost VanGoghZoomWWHC
Tuesday, March 18, 202512:00 PMMichelle CameronNapoleon's MirageZoomWWHC
Tuesday, April 22, 202512:00 PMRachel BeanlandThe House is on FireJBSCWWHC

Besters Book Club Lectures for 2023-2024

DateTimeAuthorBook TitleLocation
Friday, November 01, 202411:00 AMElizabeth SilverThe MajorityZoom
Friday, December 06, 202411:00 AMLauren GrodsteinWe Must Not Think of OurselvesZoom
Friday, March 07, 202511:00 AMKatherine FennellyFamily DeclassifiedZoom
Friday, April 04, 202511:00 AMSara Goodman ConfinoDon't Forget to WriteJBSC


Inside
the Issues

Founded by the EmptyNesters, Inside the Issues is a unique, in-depth discussion series on current issues in our world today, including anti-Semitism, immigration, healthcare, and politics.

Open to the entire Congregation, discussions are led by experts within our Congregation or friends of congregants who provide us with a real-world perspective based on their own experiences.

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Family Relations Forum

Addressing issues confronting 21st-century families.

Today’s families face new and growing challenges. Our programs and speakers strive to address these needs and provide information, education, guidance, and support.