Week of Events
Shema Koleinu: Music of the High Holy Days
Shema Koleinu: Music of the High Holy Days
Join Hazzan Ari Priven as we prepare for the Yamim Nora'im by singing new and old melodies that you’ll hear throughout the High Holy Days at BJ.
Shirah with Shira
Shirah with Shira
Join us for a Hebrew immersion class geared toward 3 and 4 year olds. Children will gain a sense of community rooted in Jewish tradition while gaining exposure to Israeli culture.
Mindful Prayer Havurah
Mindful Prayer Havurah
We invite you to join this havurah, led by Jonathan Silver, as we search for deeper kavannah (intention) in our prayers, ritual practice, and weekly Torah portion.
Introduction to Judaism Winter 2023 – Winter 2024
Introduction to Judaism Winter 2023 – Winter 2024
Whether you are looking to deepen your understanding of Judaism, are considering conversion, or are sparked by curiosity to explore this rich tradition, this online class, taught by Associate Director of Creative Development, Rabbi Jessica Lenza, is for you.
Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Start your day with soulfulness and equanimity with this weekly mindfulness meditation practice, led by Rabbi Shuli Passow and informed by themes from the Torah portion.
Opening the Gates with the BJ Rabbis
Opening the Gates with the BJ Rabbis
Join the BJ rabbis to open the door to deeper engagement and meaning with the liturgy of the Yamim Nora’im (High Holy Days).
A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Dip into the world of daf yomi (daily Talmud study) with this weekly look at highlights from the past week’s pages. All are welcome—you do not need any prior experience studying Talmud.
Change Through Acceptance: the Hasidic Notion of Teshuvah
Change Through Acceptance: the Hasidic Notion of Teshuvah
Explore the Hasidic notion of change through the study of select texts in this three-session course at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan with Rabbi Michael Strassfeld. Discount for BJ members.
Bim Bam
Bim Bam
Bim Bam gives children 3 and under a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles and saying Kiddush.