B'nai Torah Congregation Announces Author Series for 2026-2027
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BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, September 28, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- B’nai Torah Congregation, the largest conservative synagogue in the Southeastern United States, has announced its 2026-2027 Author Series, which will feature eight in-person events starting on October 26, 2026, and continuing through April 12, 2027. The series, presented in partnership with the Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center and the Jewish Book Council, will take place at B’nai Torah Congregation, located at 6261 SW 18th Street in Boca Raton, with the exception of one program that will be held at the Levis JCC.
The series aims to bring acclaimed writers, rabbis, and thinkers to B’nai Torah’s campus to discuss their newest works and the ideas behind them. Covering a range of topics from Jewish identity, spirituality, and history to culture, politics, and personal journeys, the series offers audiences the opportunity to engage directly with voices shaping contemporary Jewish thought and conversation.
The first event in the series, scheduled for October 26, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., will feature Judge Roy K. Altman discussing his book, “Israel on Trial.” This event will examine the history, evidence, and law surrounding Israel.
On November 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., Jonathan Kaufman will present “When America Roared,” exploring how the 1980s saved, then broke, the country and led us to today. Michael Kimmel will follow on December 16, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., with his book “Playmakers,” which delves into the Jewish entrepreneurs who created the toy industry in America.
Alyssa Rosenheck will speak on January 14, 2027, at 2:00 p.m., about her book, “White. Blonde. Jew.” This work calls for an end to extremism, encourages speaking up, and aims to reclaim the center. Mark Oppenheimer will present “Judy Blume: A Life” on February 25, 2027, at 2:00 p.m., providing insights into the life of the renowned author.
On March 23, 2027, at 2:00 p.m., Debra Green will discuss her novel, “Indigenous,” which explores identity, heritage, and land. The final event, held on April 6, 2027, at 2:00 p.m., will feature Karen Essex discussing “Run, Darling,” which uncovers the hidden Jewish history behind Zsa Zsa and Eva Gabor. The series will conclude on April 12, 2027, at 2:00 p.m., with Annelise Heinz’s talk on “Mahjong,” exploring the Chinese game and its role in the making of modern American culture.
B’nai Torah Congregation, with over 1,300 membership families, is a modern, egalitarian synagogue that offers diverse services, programs of worship, learning, tzedakah, social action, and social activities. The synagogue is a vibrant center for arts, culture, and learning, home to several schools of Jewish education and numerous volunteer opportunities.