BJ Teens Elul Meet & Greet

Rooftop 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

Join the BJ Teens for a meet & greet! Say hi to old friends and meet new ones. 

Prayers for Democracy and Human Rights

Various

Help us form a BJ contingent at a Shaharit service outside the UN and to pray for democracy and the human rights of both Israelis and Palestinians. Following the service, we will join the larger demonstration coinciding with Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech.

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.

Yom Kippur Meditation for Teens

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

Join the BJ Teens for an in-person Yom Kippur Meditation.

A Sukkot Conversation on Shelter, Housing, and Community

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

What does it mean to celebrate Sukkot when so many in our community are unhoused? At this program hosted by the Marlene Meyerson JCC, we will wrestle with how we can be a welcoming and compassionate community in the midst of a housing crisis.

Sukkot Community Shabbat Dinner

Rooftop Sukkah

Celebrate Shabbat and the first night of Sukkot with a community dinner. BJ will provide wine and the main dish; please bring a dairy/vegetarian side dish, salad, or dessert to share.

Exploring Food, Sukkot, and the Climate Crisis in NYC

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

After Kiddush in the sukkah, join us for a thoughtful conversation exploring the crucial connections between the food choices we make every day and the impact on climate change.

Event Series Open Sukkah Hours

Open Sukkah Hours

Rooftop Sukkah

Join us in our sukkah on the BJ rooftop terrace! Bring your dairy/vegetarian meal and meet with friends in the sukkah at select times throughout Sukkot.

Early Childhood Sukkot Party

Rooftop Sukkah

Join us in the sukkah before Early Childhood services for a Sukkot-themed party!

Event Series Open Sukkah Hours

Open Sukkah Hours

Rooftop Sukkah

Join us in our sukkah on the BJ rooftop terrace! Bring your dairy/vegetarian meal and meet with friends in the sukkah at select times throughout Sukkot.

Event Series Open Sukkah Hours

Open Sukkah Hours

Rooftop Sukkah

Join us in the BJ Rooftop Terrace Sukkah! Bring your dairy/vegetarian meal and meet with friends in the sukkah at select times throughout Sukkot. Open to all!

Dinner with New Neighbors in the Sukkah

Rooftop 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

Join families living in the nearby migrant and refugee shelter for a communal meal and gathering in the sukkah. BJ members of all ages are welcome—there will be fun activities for children! Please bring a dessert that can be shared.

Pizza in the Sukkah

Rooftop 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

All 5th and 6th graders are invited to join us for pizza in the sukkah after Kadima ends.

Event Series Open Sukkah Hours

Open Sukkah Hours

Rooftop Sukkah

Join us in the BJ Rooftop Terrace Sukkah! Bring your dairy/vegetarian meal and meet with friends in the sukkah at select times throughout Sukkot. Open to all!

Connections Dinner in the Sukkah

Rooftop Sukkah

Bring your own dairy/vegetarian meal and enjoy an evening of camaraderie in the sukkah with Connections, BJ’s social group for 55+.

Event Series Open Sukkah Hours

Open Sukkah Hours

Rooftop Sukkah

Join us in the BJ Rooftop Terrace Sukkah! Bring your dairy/vegetarian meal and meet with friends in the sukkah at select times throughout Sukkot. Open to all!

Event Series Open Sukkah Hours

Open Sukkah Hours

Rooftop Sukkah

Join us in the BJ Rooftop Terrace Sukkah! Bring your dairy/vegetarian meal and meet with friends in the sukkah at select times throughout Sukkot. Open to all!

Sukkot Concert with Late Night Thoughts

Rooftop 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

Join us in the Sukkah for a night of joyful music with Late Night Thoughts! LNT is the folk-pop duo from BJ’s own Michael Harlow (Teen Educator and Music Educator) together with Brian Rauch.

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.

Candy Torah Making

Rooftop Sukkah

Join us after Shabbat morning services to prepare for Simhat Torah with other K-2nd graders by creating your own Torah out of the best material there is…candy!

Simhat Torah Party for Teens

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

Join the BJ Teens for Simhat Torah! Come to the teen lounge for snacks and a hangout before services.

UJA Federation Vigil and Rally

Dag-Hammarskjold Plaza

Our partners at UJA-Federation will hold a rally near the UN at Dag-Hammarskjold Plaza. Enter on 2nd Avenue and 47th Street. Doors open @ 4:30 PM. Backpacks strictly prohibited.

Pre-Minha-Arvit Zoom Gathering 

Remote Access Only NY, United States

Before Minha-Arvit begins, Rabbi Felicia Sol will hold a gathering for those who want to come together online in a supportive space. This will take place on the same Zoom link as Minha-Arvit which will follow the gathering at 6:30 PM. 

Aviv 20s & 30s Shabbat Dinner

Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th 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 exclusively for those in their 20s and 30s.

Shabbat Sha-Board Games

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

Come one come all! Come show off your competitive side at Shabbat Sha-Board Games. At this special gathering for 3rd-6th graders, join our games tournament following Community Kiddush.

Rally to Demand Release of Hostages

Times Square 44th Street, New York, NY, United States

Join us to demand Hamas release the hostages so we can bring them home.

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.

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.