B’nai Torah Congregation sets 2026-2027 author series lineup

B’nai Torah Congregation in Boca Raton has announced eight in-person author events running from October 2026 through April 2027, with one program at the Levis JCC. The series brings writers, rabbis and thinkers to discuss Jewish identity, history, culture, politics and personal journeys.

Why it matters: - B’nai Torah Congregation is using the series to draw authors and public thinkers into direct conversation with South Florida readers. - The lineup spans Jewish identity, spirituality, history, culture, politics and personal storytelling. - The events give audiences a recurring in-person forum for ideas shaping contemporary Jewish thought.

What happened: - B’nai Torah Congregation announced its 2026-2027 Author Series in Boca Raton. - The series is presented with Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center and the Jewish Book Council. - Eight events run from Oct. 26, 2026, through April 12, 2027. - Seven programs will be held at B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street in Boca Raton. - One program will take place at the Levis JCC. - Tickets are $18 per person. - Registration and event details are available at more information.

The details: - Judge Roy K. Altman opens the series on Oct. 26, 2026, at 7 p.m. with “Israel on Trial.” - Jonathan Kaufman follows on Nov. 18, 2026, at 2 p.m. with “When America Roared.” - Michael Kimmel appears on Dec. 16, 2026, at 7 p.m. with “Playmakers.” - Alyssa Rosenheck speaks on Jan. 14, 2027, at 2 p.m. with “White. Blonde. Jew.” - Mark Oppenheimer appears on Feb. 25, 2027, at 2 p.m. with “Judy Blume: A Life.” - Debra Green presents “Indigenous” on March 23, 2027, at 2 p.m. at the Levis JCC. - Karen Essex speaks on April 6, 2027, at 2 p.m. with “Run, Darling.” - Annelise Heinz closes the series on April 12, 2027, at 2 p.m. with “Mahjong.” - The featured books and talks cover Israel, the 1980s economy and culture, Jewish entrepreneurs in toys, extremism and identity, Judy Blume’s life, Indigenous identity and land, the Gabor sisters’ Jewish history, and mahjong’s role in American culture. - For more information, contact Elysa Stark at elysa.stark@bnai-torah.org or 561-392-8566.

Between the lines: - The series leans into a broad cultural lens rather than a single theme, which can widen its appeal beyond strictly religious audiences. - The mix of authors, journalists, academics and public intellectuals suggests the synagogue is positioning the program as both a community event and an ideas forum. - Holding nearly all events on campus, with one at the Levis JCC, keeps the schedule anchored in Boca Raton while extending reach through the partnership.

What's next: - B’nai Torah Congregation will begin the series on Oct. 26, 2026. - The final event is scheduled for April 12, 2027. - Organizers will continue to promote registration ahead of each program.