Examine ethical wills written by rabbis and other important Jewish leaders through the centuries to learn about their lives, personalities and the value of ethical wills. 10 a.m. Thursdays Feb. 20-March 26 Cost: $72 for the series or $20 per class. Register: evjcc.org/open-beit-midrash

A hypnotic Purim celebration featuring Bob Faith, master stage hypnotist Thursday, March 12 | 11 a.m. Cost: $20, which includes a festive holiday meal. (This event is included in the Open Beit Midrash Feb. 20-March 26 Speaker & Film Series.) Registration required by March 8: evjcc.org/purim