NYC Budget Justice Teach-in with JFREJ

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

Learn about the NYC budget process and how we can organize for housing & immigration justice in our city! Hear from leaders at the Advocacy Institute & The People's Plan.

Aviv Pizza and Parashah with Moishe House UWS

Moishe House UWS

We're teaming up with Moishe House UWS for a delightful evening as Rabbi Sammy Kanter shares insights on the weekly Torah portion, accompanied by delicious pizza. It's an opportunity to nourish both your body and soul, connecting with community and enjoying a slice of meaningful conversation.

Event Series Tot Shabbat

Camp 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

Camp Shabbat: Family Programming

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

Come in your favorite camp t-shirt to celebrate Camp Shabbat! Join us for a family learning session and snacks and a special Jewish camp-themed Kabbalat Shabbat and Arvit (evening service) led by our students and supported by our very own Kadima band.

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.

Event Series Shabbat Model

CANCELED Shabbat Model (Saturday Morning)

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

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

Camp Shabbat: Kids & Parents Night Out

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

Bring your K-3 child(ren) to BJ for a family Havdalah service! Following the service, parents can enjoy an adult night out with dinner and wine! Your kids will be cared for by us and we will provide a camp-style dinner, BJ swag for a tie-dye activity, and other fun camp activities.

Narratives of Trauma and Recovery with Ayelet Gundar-Goshen

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

Award-winning Israeli author and clinical psychologist Ayelet Gundar-Goshen will discuss the impact of trauma on her literary work, as well as her therapeutic work in the context of October 7

Event Series Aviv Shabbat

Aviv Kabbalat Shabbat and Dinner

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

Join us as Aviv’s new Kabbalat Shabbat Service and Dinner returns! Come together with other folks in their 20s and 30s for a night of community, camaraderie, and celebration. After services, connect over a delicious kosher dinner from a local restaurant, featuring a dessert bar sponsored by USY Alumni.

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, plus an opportunity to learn about volunteer opportunities at BJ.

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.

Environmental Advocacy Meeting

Remote Access Only NY, United States

Join your fellow BJ members who are fighting climate change one bite at a time. We will hear from Noa Gordon-Guterman, the New York Organizer for Dayenu, about how we can be a part of the growing Jewish climate movement!

Make Mishloah Manot for Your College Kids

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

Gather with other Gesher parents and pack some mishloah manot (Purim baskets) to then send to your college student!

Songs of Toratah: Album Release Concert

Central Synagogue 123 E 55th Street, New York, NY, United States

Join us as we come together with Central Synagogue for the album release concert for Zimratah: Songs of Toratah – a collection of songs that celebrate the language of Toratah, placing women at the center of our sacred texts and opening up possibilities for gender diversity.

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.