Week of Events
Sunday, May 3, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, May 4, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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May 5, 2026 –Soul Food: Torah That Nourishes, with Rabbi Felicia Sol
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May 5, 2026 –Mindfulness Prayer Practice Group
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May 5, 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, May 6, 2026
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May 6, 2026 –Ma Ahavti Toratekha: Torah in Rabbi Roly Matalon’s Honor with Rabbis Irwin Kula and Michael Paley
Ma Ahavti Toratekha: Torah in Rabbi Roly Matalon’s Honor with Rabbis Irwin Kula and Michael Paley
This week in our series honoring Rabbi Roly Matalon’s 40 years of leadership, we welcome Rabbis Irwin Kula and Michael Paley for a teaching titled Derekh Hakavod: Rabbi Matalon’s Way Toward Dignity—exploring Torah in the spirit of the depth, curiosity, and spiritual seriousness that have shaped Roly’s rabbinate.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026 –In the Mirror: Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Roly Matalon
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May 7, 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, May 8, 2026
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May 8, 2026 –Parashat Hashavua with Rabbinic Fellow Iliana Brodsky
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May 8, 2026 –Bim Bam
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.
Bim Bam
Bim Bam is a joyful gathering for children three and under to get ready for Shabbat through singing, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles and saying Kiddush.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
No events on this day.