Lussier Community Center
Lussier Community Center
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Lussier Community Center 55 S. Gammon Rd., Madison, WI 53717 USA Office: 608-535-9770 Email: director@yjpmadison.com Web: ChabadofMadison.com |
Current Courses
What Is? Rethinking Everything we Know About Our Universe -
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About the Course |
Imagine that you were able to rethink everything you knew about the universe, the laws of nature, your own consciousness, and the very idea of existence and reality. Imagine the new insights you will gain, the fresh perspective with which you will embark on the journey of life each morning. What is? does exactly that. Drawing on the wisdom of Chassidic teaching, the most basic building blocks of existence are reexamined from the bottom up, revolutionizing our understanding of life, reality, and our place in the world. |
Date | 6 Mondays, Apr 23rd - May 30th 2018 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Availability | Register Now |
Past Courses
The Kabbalah of You: A Guide to Unlocking Your Hidden Potential -
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Are you all you can be? How can you unleash the infinite power of your soul within? This course provides a mystical roadmap to living a life of happiness, fulfillment, and self-actualization by revealing how you can thrive and be more than just alive. |
Date | 6 Mondays, Nov 5th - Dec 10th 2012 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $59.00 +$20.00 book fee |
Multiple Signups Special | 10% off per student with minimum 2 signups |
Curious Tales of the Talmud: Finding Personal Meaning in the Legends of our Sages -
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Everyone loves a good story. Knowing this, the sages of the Talmud used stories to encode messages about life that are far too deep and profound to communicate directly. This course decodes some of these extraordinary Talmudic mysteries to uncover layer within layer of insight into the nature of life, the universe, G-d, and man. |
Date | 6 Mondays, Apr 22nd - May 27th 2013 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $79.00 |
Multiple Signups Special | $10 off per student with minimum 2 signups |
Life in the Balance: Jewish Perspectives on Everyday Medical Dilemmas -
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Modern medicine has brought us near miracles. It's also brought us some of the most difficult decisions we'll ever have to face. Are we obliged to prolong life even at the cost of terrible suffering? Should we legalize the sale of organs, such as kidneys, to save the lives of transplant patients? May a woman with a multiple-fetus pregnancy opt for fetal reduction, thus forfeiting the lives of some to possibly save others? When it seems that every available option is morally questionable, how do we decide? |
Date | 6 Wednesdays, Oct 30th - Dec 11th 2013 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Multiple Signups Special | $10 off per student with minimum 2 signups |
This class is approved for CEU credits. Click here to learn more. |
To Be a Jew in the Free World: Jewish Identity Through the Lens of Modern History -
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What was it like for our ancestors to say goodbye to the shtetl, to set out to discover new lives for themselves, along with all of the liberties the free world had to offer? At the dawn of the enlightenment, how did our parents adapt their Judaism to the developments of a modern age? And what can we learn from their struggles to connect deeply with our own Jewish identities? |
Date | 6 Mondays, Feb 3rd - Mar 10th 2014 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $60.00 +$20.00 book fee |
Multiple Signups Special | $10 off per student with minimum 2 signups |
This class is approved for CEU credits. Click here to learn more. |
Paradigm Shift: Transformational Life Teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe -
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Paradigm Shift is an elevator ride to the heights of what is possible. Synchronize yourself with the mission for which you were placed on earth, and learn to recognize the inherent goodness and perfection in yourself, in others, and in every circumstance of your life. Distilled into six succinct lessons, this empowering course offers a revolutionary outlook on life, culled from the wisdom of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory. This course is offered in commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the Rebbe’s passing. |
Date | 6 Mondays, May 12th - Jun 16th 2014 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Multiple Signups Special | 10% off per student with minimum 2 signups |
This class is approved for CEU credits. Click here to learn more. |
How Happiness Thinks -
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Since the dawn of time, man has been ever-fascinated by the workings of the human brain. Only recently, scientists have been discovering the underlying dynamics that shape and influence our frame of mind--new ways to cope with anxiety and stress, steps that we can take to crystallize our self-concept, and practical tools we can use to build the resilience and grit to ride through any challenge life throws our way. Surprisingly, Torah and the Talmud have for centuries advocated various approaches to achieving happiness; ideas that are only now being confirmed through scientific observation.How Happiness Thinks offers a Jewish roadmap to happier living. Every lesson contains poignant insights into how our minds operate with practical steps you can take to boost your happiness levels to places unimaginable. |
Date | 6 Mondays, Nov 3rd - Dec 8th 2014 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Multiple Signups Special | 10% off per student with minimum 2 signups |
The Art of Parenting -
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As parents, we worry about the well-being of our kids; about their future, and about our role in shaping it. In The Art of Parenting, we scale the challenges that face us as parents and explore timeless insights from Jewish wisdom to instill values, foster independence, and ensure the long-term success and emotional well-being of our children. |
Date | 6 Mondays, Jan 26th - Mar 2nd 2015 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Multiple Signups Special | 10% off per student with minimum 2 signups |
Judaism Decoded: The Origins and Evolution of Jewish Tradition -
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Just as science follows the scientific method, Jewish tradition has its own system to ensure its authenticity remains intact.
Judaism Decoded sheds light on the mysteries surrounding biblical interpretation. How do we know our interpretation is true? If it is true, why is it subject to differences of opinion? And with so many interpretations to choose from, how do we know which one reflects its original intent?
Discover the sheer elegance of the “source code” on which Torah law is built; enjoy the razor-sharp reasoning, intelligent debate, and compelling arguments of the Talmudic dialectic; and get a fascinating, behind-the-scenes glimpse of the most intellectually sophisticated religion in existence.
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Date | 6 Mondays, Apr 27th - Jun 8th 2015 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Multiple Signups Special | 10% off per student with minimum 2 signups |
Journey of the Soul: An Exploration of Life, Death, and What Lies Beyond -
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Journey of the Soul explores the mysteries surrounding the spiritual dimension of our existence—our destiny that continues even after we’ve shed our earth-bound body suit. We examine the transition of the soul into the hereafter, the kinds of legacies that are valued even after we’ve forsaken this earthly existence, and the accompanying emotional journey and rituals that help the soul and those closest to it prepare for its new reality. |
Date | 6 Mondays, Nov 2nd - Dec 7th 2015 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Multiple Signups Special | 10% off per student with minimum 2 signups |
The Jewish Course of Why -
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Give your Judaism the intellection you know it deserves. Prepare to tackle the quizzical, queer, and seemingly-unanswerable questions about Jewish belief and practice. Ever wondered why there are so many Jews in Hollywood? Why Jews eat gefilte fish and cholent and wish each other mazal tov and l’chaim? Why the Bible sanctions slavery and animal sacrifices? What is the cause of antisemitism? What does Judaism say about Christianity? About the role of women in Jewish life? You will also gain insight into mysterious Jewish practices, strange biblical narratives, and enigmas of Jewish identity. |
Date | 6 Mondays, Feb 8th - Mar 14th 2016 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Multiple Signups Special | 10% off per student with minimum 2 signups |
Strength and Struggle: Lessons in Character from the Stories of Our Prophets -
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In Strength and Struggle we unlock the secrets of great character by exploring some of the most dramatic narratives and inspiring personalities in all of history. Set in the midst of our nation’s formative years, an era in which our ancestors fought to carve out a civilization among hostile neighbors, these thrilling tales of judges, kings, and prophets reach into the essence of the human condition. Their heroes and antiheroes teach us eternal lessons of struggle and triumph, courage and humility, hope and resilience. |
Date | 6 Mondays, May 9th - Jun 27th 2016 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Multiple Signups Special | 10% off per student with minimum 2 signups |
How Success Thinks: Jewish Secrets for Leading a Productive Life -
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Whether it’s at home, in the office, or in your personal life, everyone craves success. This course provides uniquely Jewish ways of thinking to help you develop a growth mindset, identify and cultivate your signature strengths, deal with your weaknesses, and overcome the obstacles to your success. |
Date | 6 Mondays, Nov 14th - Dec 19th 2016 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
The Dilemma : Modern Dilemmas. Talmudic Debates. Your Solutions. -
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Accredited for Continuing Legal Education (in most states) Apply mind-bending, brain-twisting, hair-splitting Talmudic reasoning to solve real-life modern dilemmas—situations that actually happened yet seem impossible to solve. What do you do when your gut tells you one thing, and your brain tells you another? Prepare for a mental expedition to mind-wrestle with situations that force us to choose between two reasonable truths. Analyze, discuss, and debate Talmudic texts with live interactive polling for an authentic taste of original, dynamic Talmud study. |
Date | 6 Mondays, Jan 23rd - Mar 6th 2017 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Early Bird Special | 10% off before 12/31/2016 |
Multiple Signups Special | $10 off per student with minimum 2 signups |
Survival of a Nation: Exploring Israel Through the Lens of the Six-Day War -
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Experience an inspiring and thrilling account of what was then considered the most improbable and astonishing victory in all of military history. Drawing on ideas of great Jewish writers and thinkers from throughout the ages, Survival of a Nation presents the Six-Day War as you’ve never experienced it before. Its six sessions confront the impossible yet important questions of our time with affectionate and fervent patriotism, while also remaining realistic, and morally anchored. |
Date | 6 Mondays, May 1st - Jun 12th 2017 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Early Bird Special | $10 off before 04/02/2017 |
Multiple Signups Special | $10 off per student with minimum 2 signups |
Great Debates in Jewish History -
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Debate is not only encouraged within Judaism but resides at the very heart of our history and theology. Great Debates in Jewish History explores six fundamental conflicts that pitted the greatest Jewish minds against each other—six instances of divergent perspectives, including several that are still debated today. Discover stirring and surprising accounts that span two millennia of Jewish disputation, reflecting the panorama of Jewish history and its monumental political, ethical, and spiritual challenges. Encounter the gripping narratives of six fascinating eras, the intellectual tension and points of view they unearth, and the light they shed on the most fundamental of Jewish beliefs. |
Date | 6 Mondays, Oct 30th - Dec 11th 2017 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Early Bird Special | 15% off before 09/30/2017 |
Communication: Its Art and Soul -
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Can you express yourself effectively in 140 characters or less? Should you? The rise of the internet, mobile phones, and social media has completely changed the way we relate, interact, and communicate with one another—and it’s high time we reclaim this lost art. In Jewish philosophy, communication is more than just a tool: it is who we are. Humans are defined as communicative beings with a communicative soul, and aligning ourselves with this soul is our raison d’être. In Communication: Its Art and Soul, we contrast Jewish thought with scientific discovery to unearth the essence of communication and how to utilize its powers to better ourselves, our relationships, and all of society |
Date | 6 Mondays, Jan 22nd - Feb 26th 2018 |
Time | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Fee | $80.00 |
Early Bird Special | 15% off before 01/01/2018 |
Multiple Signups Special | 10% off per student with minimum 2 signups |
Newsroom
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Chabad plans '50 Years Since the Six Day War' coursestljewishlight.com
Posted Saturday, May 20th, 2017 -
Rohr Jewish Learning Institute to explore Six-Day Warclevelandjewishnews.com
Posted Thursday, May 4th, 2017 -
NJ Institute Explores Israel Through the Lens of the ?67 Warjewishvoiceny.com
Posted Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017 -
Chabad courses worldwide examine Israel?s Six-Day Warjweekly.com
Posted Tuesday, May 2nd, 2017 - More news >