Week of Events
Sunday, April 19, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, April 20, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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April 21, 2026 –Soul Food: Torah That Nourishes, with Rabbi Felicia Sol
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April 21, 2026 –Mindfulness Prayer Practice Group
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April 21, 2026 –Introduction to Judaism
Soul Food: Torah That Nourishes, with Rabbi Felicia Sol
Feed your soul on Tuesdays at lunchtime with Rabbi Felicia Sol. Each class offers Torah that nourishes, inspires, and challenges—bringing insight into how we find God, meaning, and wisdom in the rhythms of everyday life.
Mindfulness Prayer Practice Group
We invite you to join this group, led by Jonathan Silver, as we search for deeper kavannah (intention) in our prayers, ritual practice, and weekly Torah portion.
Introduction to Judaism
Curious about Judaism, considering conversion, or seeking deeper understanding? Join Rabbinic Fellow Joe Blumberg for a weekly in-person course exploring core concepts, theology, prayer, and practice—no experience necessary. Discover community, meaning, and your unique Jewish path.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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April 22, 2026 –Ma Ahavti Toratekha: Torah in Rabbi Roly Matalon’s Honor with Rabbi Marcelo Bronstein
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April 22, 2026 –Who Are “We?” Rethinking Jewish Identity, Community, & Belonging
Ma Ahavti Toratekha: Torah in Rabbi Roly Matalon’s Honor with Rabbi Marcelo Bronstein
This week in our series honoring Rabbi Roly Matalon’s 40 years of leadership, we welcome Rabbi Marcelo Bronstein for a teaching titled Ezer Kenegdo: A Helper Who Confronts—exploring Torah in the spirit of the depth, curiosity, and spiritual seriousness that have shaped Roly’s rabbinate.
Who Are “We?” Rethinking Jewish Identity, Community, & Belonging
Who gets to belong in Jewish life—and who decides? Join Senior Rabbinic Fellow Joe Blumberg to explore some surprising Jewish texts and fresh perspectives. Part of a new series with Aviv and Base UWS for those in their 20s and 30s.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
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April 23, 2026 –In the Mirror: Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Roly Matalon
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April 23, 2026 –A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
In the Mirror: Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Roly Matalon
We will continue our close reading of short stories about the lives, struggles, and concerns of the Talmudic rabbis; in order to uncover deeper layers of our own selves, and to become better equipped to wrestle with our human nature.
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.
Friday, April 24, 2026
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April 24, 2026 –Parashat Hashavua with Rabbinic Fellow Iliana Brodsky
Parashat Hashavua with Rabbinic Fellow Iliana Brodsky
Join BJ Rabbinic Fellow, Iliana Brodsky, for weekly parashah (torah portion) study following Friday morning minyan. We will study challenges in the text whether textual, moral, or theological.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
No events on this day.