Light in the Darkness: A Hanukkah Bereavement Group

Remote Access Only NY, United States

As Hanukkah approaches, we remember loved ones who we will miss during our holiday gatherings this year. With that in mind, we invite BJ members to join us for a virtual bereavement group, facilitated by BJ Social Worker Jane Blumenstein, LCSW.

Meeting This Moment: A Conversation with Donniel Hartman

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

Join Donniel Hartman for a conversation with Rabbis Felicia Sol and Roly Matalon about the critical questions of this moment, the obligations of Jewish Peoplehood, and the moral considerations related to fighting a just war.

Blood Drive

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

When just one pint of blood from a single donor can save up to three lives, every one of us can choose to be someone’s hero. ​​Save a life by donating at the BJ Blood Drive.

Hanukkah Treats From Around the World

Remote Access Only NY, United States

Among North American Jewry, the latke is one of the most iconic Hanukkah foods. This Zoom cookalong led by BJ member Allaya Fleischer will teach us to elevate our latke game.

Wandering Jews of Astoria Happy Hour with Aviv

American Brass 2-01 50th Ave, Long Island City, NY, United States

Come to a learning happy hour where we'll meet for drinks and/or food and learn with Rabbi Sammy Kanter, who will lead teachings related to Hanukkah (which starts the next day, on Thursday night, December 7). 

BJ Community Shabbaton

Sanctuary & Community House 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

Join us for a Shabbaton infused with transformative prayer, soul-stirring music, inspiring Torah, communal meals that are both lively and intimate, and a renewed connection to our values, to God, and to our growing BJ community.

Event Series Aviv Shabbat Dinner

Aviv Shabbat Dinner

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

Experience the magic of Shabbat in the city that never sleeps! Every second Friday of the month, Aviv hosts a special Shabbat dinner event designed especially for those in their 20s and 30s.

Event Series Hakhanah LaTefillah

Hakhanah LaTefillah

Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

On alternating weeks, join Rabbi Roly Matalon to prepare the soul and open the heart for Shabbat morning prayers through the singing of piyutim and brief reflections.

Visioning Israel’s Future: A Conversation with Yair Golan

Community House - 3rd Floor 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

Join us with Yair Golan, Israeli politician and senior military officer, who's leading a movement to rebuild Israel’s civil society. Yair will share his vision for a secure, egalitarian, and democratic Jewish state for all its people and for Jews everywhere. 

Teen Hanukkah Party

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

Celebrate Hanukkah with hot chocolate, sufganiyot, and candle lighting!

A Time To Build

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

Join us for a special justice-oriented Hanukkah event, part of Dayenu’s “A Time to Build” campaign. Representatives of the BJ teens will light one of the Hanukkah candles and speak on their chosen climate issue. All are welcome!

20s & 30s Annual Hanukkah Party

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan The Samuel Priest Rose Building, 334 Amsterdam Ave at 76th Street, New York, NY, United States

Celebrate the festival of lights as we come together with 20s and 30s from the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, Masa Israel Journey, Moishe House Upper West Side, and Trybal Gatherings at the JCC's annual Hanukkah party!

Joey Weisenberg and the Hadar Ensemble in Concert

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

Gather in song and celebration with Joey Weisenberg and the Hadar Ensemble! Get your tickets and come together in community in the BJ Sanctuary or watch the concert  from home online.

Event Series Hakhanah LaTefillah

Hakhanah LaTefillah

Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

On alternating weeks, join Rabbi Roly Matalon to prepare the soul and open the heart for Shabbat morning prayers through the singing of piyutim and brief reflections.