Pardes invites you to The Orchard Sessions, a series of timely drop-in online learning opportunities led by our outstanding faculty  which will help you prepare for Passover and Shavuot. You can expect engaging discussions, deep Torah insights, and a warm, welcoming community of learners.

Spring 2025 | Tuesdays
12:00-1:00 PM ET | 9:00-10:00 AM PT | 7:00-8:00 PM* Israel Time(*Note: Due to daylight savings, the sessions on March 18th and 25th will begin at 6:00 PM Israel time. ) Live on Zoom

Pesah on All Fours (and One Three): Cups, Questions, Kids, and a Sandwich
March 18, 25; April 1, 8

Ordinary and/or Holy?: The Enigma of Hol HaMoed
April 15

Words of Wisdom: A Deep Dive into Selections from Mishnah Avot
April 22, 29; May 6, 13, 20, 27

Meet the Teacher: 

Rabbi Dr. William Friedman, a faculty member at Pardes North America, is the Senior Educator of Base Lincoln Park and a doctoral candidate in Ancient Judaism at Harvard. His teaching blends deep scholarship with accessible Jewish learning.

How it Works:

• Register once and receive access to all sessions

• Join any week—come when you can!

• You’ll receive a weekly reminder email with the Zoom link