The Well @ Romemu: Lifelong Learning
Lifelong learning efforts at romemu are led by master educator Rabbi Dianne Cohler-Esses.
She is this year’s recipient of a Covenant award. To learn more about her watch this film.
“The Rabbis taught: “Water stands for Torah, as it is said (Isaiah 55:1), ‘All those who are thirsty, come for water.’” – Babylonian Talmud, Bava Kama 82a
דורשי רשומות אמרו: אין מים אלא תורה שנאמר (ישעיהו נה:א) הוי כל צמא לכו למים – תלמוד בבלי, קמא פב
Registration is Now Open for Fall Courses
Scholars often compare the Torah to a well and its words to water—drawn from a deep place, this water can refresh and sustain all who seek it.
Torah study at Romemu is central to our spiritual journey. The Well, our program of educational offerings, provides learning opportunities for seekers at every level.
Regardless of your education or religious background, our programs welcome newcomers while also deepening the knowledge and practice of all Jewish learners, guiding participants toward living with holiness in challenging times.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Well?
The Well is our adult education program. At the Well, you will be able to connect to the deep and powerful teachings of the Torah, learning everything from Talmud, to spirituality, to Kabbalah, to in depth studies of Tanach.
Are there opportunities for financial aid?
All of our courses and retreats have sliding scale tuition. We also have scholarships and living stipends for individuals who need even more tuition assistance.
What kind of Hebrew skills and textual proficiency do I need to study?
The Well is open to students of every background and level from beginner to advanced. Some classes will be divided according to skill level in reading Jewish texts. However, for most courses, students must be familiar with reading (sounding out) Hebrew characters with vowels.
What if I need a refund?
What are you yearning to learn?
We’re dreaming up our next season of learning — and we want you to shape it.
Do you want to study Torah, Talmud, film, Hebrew, Kabbalah or art? Do you prefer studying in person, on Zoom, or over dinner with friends?
Take a few minutes to share your ideas in our Learning Survey, developed by Romemu member Jonah Bookman and our Lifelong Learning Committee as part of our strategic planning process.
Help us craft the next chapter of Jewish learning at Romemu.
Click here to take the survey (app. ten minutes to complete)