Event Series Building Resiliency in Later Life

Building Resiliency in Later Life

Remote Access Only NY, United States

The “Building Resiliency” series is a transformative six-part support group specially designed to explore the profound aspects of life and well-being for older adults. Each session delves into different themes, encouraging participants to reflect, share, and connect on a deeper level.

Joachim Prinz: I Shall Not Be Silent—Film Screening and Discussion

Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States

After being expelled from Nazi Germany for his outspokenness, Rabbi Joachim Prinz immigrated to America and became a leader in the civil rights movement. The documentary remembers him as ahead of his time in his positions on civil rights and peace in the Middle East. This is a Shira Palmer Sherman Memorial Event.

CANCELED Aviv Goes to Broadway: Water for Elephants

Imperial Theatre 249 W 45th St, New York, NY, United States

Join Aviv as we hit Broadway to see Water for Elephants at the Imperial Theatre, followed by a talkback with the cast just for Aviv!

Event Series Shabbat Model

Shabbat Model (Friday Night)

Reception Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

We’re excited that our Shabbat Model program embraces BJ’s celebration of Shabbat, modeling authentic experiences of Jewish life. All BJ families are welcome at Shabbat Model—please note the programming is designed with our third through sixth grade students in mind.

Event Series Shabbat Model

Shabbat Model (Saturday Morning)

Reception Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

We’re excited that our Shabbat Model program embraces BJ’s celebration of Shabbat, modeling authentic experiences of Jewish life. All BJ families are welcome at Shabbat Model—please note the programming is designed with our third through sixth grade students in mind.

Inside BJ’s 300-Year-Old Torah

Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States

Jeffrey Ohrenstein, Chairman of Memorial Scroll Trust, will explain how BJ's historic Torah, older than the United States, was one of 1564 scrolls rescued from the Holocaust. This event will include a Q&A and an opportunity to view the scroll up close.

DOROT Passover Package Delivery

DOROT 171 W. 85th Street, New York, NY, United States

Volunteer to deliver a Passover package and share a visit or friendly phone call with an older adult.

Memorial Scrolls Trust Gathering

Temple Emanu-El 1 East 65th Street, New York, NY, United States

Come together for this commemorative service for the Czech scrolls from the Memorial Scrolls Trust (MST) that are being cared for in the New York metropolitan area.

Event Series Building Resiliency in Later Life

Building Resiliency in Later Life

Remote Access Only NY, United States

The “Building Resiliency” series is a transformative six-part support group specially designed to explore the profound aspects of life and well-being for older adults. Each session delves into different themes, encouraging participants to reflect, share, and connect on a deeper level.

How To Lead a Child-Friendly Seder

Zoom

Come share your favorite child-friendly traditions and learn new ways to liven up your seder in this interactive Zoom workshop with Rabbis Rebecca Weintraub and Deena Cowans.

Ija Mia: A Night of Sephardic and Ottoman Music

Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States

Join East of the River, led by Nina Stern and Daphna Mor, to celebrate the release of their album, Ija Mia.

Event Series Tot Shabbat

Tot Shabbat

Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States

Families will enjoy a kid-friendly Kabbalat Shabbat service filled with singing and dancing. Services will be followed by a dinner complete with Shabbat blessings and songs.

Event Series Shabbat Model

Shabbat Model (Friday Night)

Reception Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

We’re excited that our Shabbat Model program embraces BJ’s celebration of Shabbat, modeling authentic experiences of Jewish life. All BJ families are welcome at Shabbat Model—please note the programming is designed with our third through sixth grade students in mind.

Event Series Community Oneg

Community Oneg

Middle Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

This winter and spring we are piloting a Community Oneg program. Come together after Kabbalat Shabbat to catch up with friends and meet new people over a little nibble and a beverage. 

Event Series Shabbat Model

Stepping into Mitzvot: 5th Grade B-Mitzvah Program

Frankel Hall 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States

Calling all fifth grade students and parents! Join us for a special Shabbat morning gathering for the B-Mitzvah cohort. We’ll come together with Rabbi Rebecca Weintraub and BJ’s Family Life & Learning staff to explore what it means to become a B-Mitzvah.

Event Series Shabbat Model

Shabbat Model (Saturday Morning)

Reception Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

We’re excited that our Shabbat Model program embraces BJ’s celebration of Shabbat, modeling authentic experiences of Jewish life. All BJ families are welcome at Shabbat Model—please note the programming is designed with our third through sixth grade students in mind.

Empty Chair at the Seder—A Pre-Pesah Bereavement Group

Zoom

As Pesah approaches, feelings of grief and loss may be heightened as memories of years past resurface. BJ members, join members of our community to draw support and comfort one another and from our shared tradition.

Melodies of the Pesah Seder

Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States

Learn new melodies, review old favorites—take part in this musical preparation for your seder, with Hazzan Ari Priven.

Event Series Building Resiliency in Later Life

Building Resiliency in Later Life

Remote Access Only NY, United States

The “Building Resiliency” series is a transformative six-part support group specially designed to explore the profound aspects of life and well-being for older adults. Each session delves into different themes, encouraging participants to reflect, share, and connect on a deeper level.

Teen Matzah Houses for Pesah

Sanders-Gardner Teen Lounge 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

BJ members, celebrate Pesah with fellow BJ teens and build a "gingermatzah" house!