Israel Processing Space for Teens

Rabbi Becca and the Family Life and Learning team are holding a virtual processing space for teens to talk, share, and ask questions about everything going on in Israel.

Empty Shabbat Table UWS

West 81st Street West 81st Street between Columbus Avenue and Central Park, New York

There will be an empty Shabbat table installation on the Upper West Side to call attention to the 220 captives who are being held hostage by Hamas, and who will not be with their families for yet another Shabbat.

The Crooked Timber of Democracy: A Conversation with Dr. Dahlia Scheindlin

Kane Street Synagogue 236 Kane Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States

Come to an evening of learning with Dr. Dahlia Scheindlin, public opinion researcher and political advisor. Dahlia will speak about her new book, The Crooked Timber of Democracy in Israel: Promise Unfulfilled, a timely and important exploration of democracy in times of upheaval.

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.

Havdalah Service & Benefit Concert at Romemu

Romemu 176 West 105th Street, New York, United States

Join us at Romemu for havdalah and a benefit concert in support of the families of those kidnapped on October 7. All proceeds will be donated to the Hostages and Missing Families Forum.

Stand United for Israel Vigil and Rally

Central Park West

Join us for a powerful vigil and rally as we hear from elected officials, community leaders, and others who will stand united with us.

Arabs and Jews Choosing a Shared Future

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

Join Sally Abed and Alon-Lee Green, co-directors of Standing Together, who will share about their work with a group of dedicated Jews and Arabs who are devoted to creating a society capable of achieving peace, equality, and social justice for all.

Event Series Aviv Shabbat

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 Aviv Shabbat

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.

Jewish Comics Experience

Center for Jewish History 15 W 16th St, New York, United States

Join the 5th, 6th, and 7th graders of BJ for a Jewish Comics Experience (JewCE) at the Center for Jewish History! Together, we'll attend the first-ever Jewish Comic Convention, which focuses on Jewish content in comics and pop culture through the ages.

March for Israel in Washington, D.C.

Washington, DC DC, United States

Participate in a national March for Israel rally in Washington, D.C., supporting Israel and the release of the hostages. The march is organized by the Jewish Federations of North America and the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations.

Help Shape BJ’s Climate Action Agenda

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

Help set the agenda for a year of activism for climate change. The BJ Environmental Advocates are eager to hear ideas from all BJ members concerned about and looking to act on climate issues.

BJ Volunteer Day at WSCAH

SPSA Sanctuary 263 West 86th Street, New York, NY, United States

Want to make a tangible impact on the lives of fellow New Yorkers this Holiday season? Join us as BJ teams up with the West Side Campaign Against Hunger (WSCAH) to serve food with compassion and dignity. 

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.

Storytime and Schmooze with PJ Library

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

BJ and PJ are teaming up for some storytime fun! Kids will listen to a reading of a PJ Library book and engage in some activities while adults are able to schmooze and enjoy a light breakfast.

Interfaith Day of Service in Support of NYC’s Migrants

Temple Shaaray Tefila 250 E 79th St, New York, NY, United States

Join BJ and other faith-based groups around the city to support migrants during a day of education, service, and mobilization. 

Heartwarming Pre-Thanksgiving Meal with Migrant Families

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

This Thanksgiving season, we come together as a community to share the warmth of the holidays with those who need it most. Join us for a special pre-Thanksgiving meal, bringing together BJ members and migrant families from one of the local shelters.

4th Grade B-Mitzvah Orientation

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

Parents of children in fourth grade, or whose birth dates fall between September 2014 and December 2015, are invited to an informational meeting that will detail each step of the B-Mitzvah planning process, including date applications.

3rd and 4th Grade Pizza and Basketball

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

Join fellow 3rd- and 4th-graders after Kadima for a pizza dinner and basketball tournament! Don't love basketball? That's okay! You're welcome to come, eat, and schmooze (or play other games).

Event Series End of Life Conversations

From Fear to Action: Reframing Dementia

Remote Access Only NY, United States

Through Rabbi Dayle Friedman's teachings, we’ll explore the realities of dementia, the concept of advanced directives for joy, and, of course, how to have conversations now to clarify your own and/or understand the wishes of others in preparation.