Conference FAQs
Q. When and where is the 2009 LimmudLA Conference?
A. The 2009 LimmudLA Conference will be held Presidents' Weekend, February 13-16, 2009, at the Hilton Orange County / Costa Mesa in Costa Mesa, California. Learn more about the conference venue...
Q. How does the LimmudLA conference differ from other Jewish retreats?
A. LimmudLA's conference is designed to break down and transcend the barriers that exist in Jewish communal life. Our conference is not geared toward, or organized by, any individual segment of our Jewish community, but is transdenominational, multigenerational, and committed to an openness to Jewish exploration. Browse the 2008 Conference Program and see a LimmudLA conference in action.
Q. What types of programming are available at the conference?
A. Participants can expect the broadest variety of opportunities to learn and explore Jewish texts, arts, practice, culture, beliefs, and philosophy from traditional to progressive and everything in between. Learn more about the conference program...
Q. What types of sessions are featured at the conference?
A. Sessions led by our volunteer presenters are divided into seven Session Tracks, offering opportunities for learning in areas including participatory Torah study, spiritual exploration, Jewish civilization lectures, painting, acting, and singing. Learn more about the conference program...
Q. What type of programs will be available for children?
A. The LimmudLA Annual Conference offers many programs for children and youth, including learning sessions, sports activities, fun games, nature hikes, and arts and crafts. Designed to complement the adult sessions, programming for the younger set will allow children to make new friends and experience a unique Limmud environment – all under the supervision of seasoned Youth Directors. Learn more about children’s programming...
Q. What is LimmudLA’s policy about Shabbat and Kashrut?
A. Shabbat is a time for learning, relaxation, and celebration within the community. At LimmudLA, Shabbat is observed in public places, our food is under the supervision of the Rabbinical Council of California (RCC), and there is an eruv (a designation that we are within a single, “private†area) for those who would not carry things on Shabbat without one being present. Our range of programming reflects the many different ways that Jewish people choose to celebrate Shabbat. In addition to programmed sessions, participants have the opportunity to attend a range of of prayer services, practice yoga or meditation, or spend time with friends and family.
