Earth Day 2025: Celebrating Innovation and Action

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

Join us on Earth Day to view three segments of the documentary series, 50 States of Sustainability. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion and audience conversation on how we can all exercise agency to achieve a sustainable planet.

Yom HaShoah Commemoration and Film Screening: As If it Were Yesterday

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

Mark Yom HaShoah in sacred community, as we gather for prayer, ritual, and music in the presence of BJ’s Shoah Megillah—inscribed with the names of BJ family members who perished in the Holocaust.

All-Night Vigil: Reading of Names

West Side Sephardic Synagogue 120 West 76th Street, New York, NY, United States

For 26 years, the Upper West Side has gathered to honor the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust. Join us for this powerful ritual at West Side Sephardic Synagogue. The BJ community’s time slot will be 11:00-11:30 PM.

Event Series Bim Bam: Spring 2025

Bim Bam

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

Bim Bam gives children three and under a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles and saying Kiddush.

Event Series Likrat Shabbat

Likrat Shabbat (4th-5th Grade)

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

Kick off Shabbat with some Friday night learning, music, food, and community building. The evening will start with candle lighting, Shabbat-related activities, and services, followed by a delicious dinner.

Event Series Aviv Shabbat

Aviv Shabbat

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

Come together with other folks in their 20s and 30s and bring in the joy of Shabbat with song and prayer as we create spirited—and spiritual—Shabbat vibes together. After services, connect over a delicious kosher dinner. 

A Return to A Zionism for the Future with Rabbi Chaim Seidler-Feller

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

Rabbi Chaim Seidler-Feller explores Zionism’s redemptive possibilities through some of the movement's transformative writings, reviving its humanistic spirit. Together, we will reimagine a values-driven Zionism and envision a more inclusive, principled Jewish future.

Midnight Run

The BJ Teen Midnight Run will take place on Saturday April 26 after Shabbat. We will gather at BJ at 7:30 PM for dinner, Havdalah, and learning before heading out to deliver donations.

Zakhor – The Commandment of Memory

Congregation Rodeph Sholom 7 West 83rd Street, New York, NY, United States

Join Pardes and Congregation Rodeph Sholom for an afternoon of profound learning, dynamic conversation, and community reflection as we explore the sacred duty of remembrance with Pardes faculty member Nechama Goldman Barash, Rabbi Leon Morris, and moderator Elaine Hochberg.

Event Series Multifaith Mondays

Multifaith Mondays

Columbus Circle West 59th St and Central Prk South, New York, NY, United States

This weekly vigil, organized by the Interfaith Center of New York, brings together members of faith communities across the city for connection, song, and spirit during the challenges of our political reality. Come for a weekly dose of inspiration! 

Pikuah Nefesh: Community in Action for Nan Rubin

Park Avenue Synagogue 50 East 87th Street, New York, NY, United States

Nan Rubin, sister of BJ members Carol Smokler and Amy Foster, urgently needs a kidney transplant due to polycystic kidney disease. Come to Park Avenue Synagogue to meet Nan and hear Dr. Josh Sturm, director of outreach at Renewal, speak about the organ donation process.

20th Israeli-Palestinian Joint Memorial Day Ceremony

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

This year marks the 20th Israeli-Palestinian Joint Memorial Day Ceremony, organized by Combatants for Peace and The Parents Circle-Families Forum. BJ is hosting the New York Satellite event, gathering in person to view the live broadcast of this powerful ceremony.

Event Series Parent Learning

Parent Learning: Israel

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

This series will help parents brush up on Israeli history and culture, while also processing our own feelings and how to talk to our children about the beautiful and complex country.

Spiritual Courage and the Climate Crisis

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

Join us for this interactive workshop led by Dayenu as we face the climate crisis. Guided by Jewish wisdom and music, we will envision the world we want and take the next step together toward building a just and livable future.

Event Series Bim Bam: Spring 2025

Bim Bam

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

Bim Bam gives children three and under a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles and saying Kiddush.

6th Grade Retreat

Berkshire Hills Eisenberg Camp 159 Empire Road, Copake, NY, United States

Attention all 6th graders! Join us for an exciting retreat at Berkshire Hills Eisenberg Camp. This weekend will be packed with adventure, celebration, and bonding as we come together to celebrate Shabbat, enjoy the beauty of nature, and create lasting memories.

Early Childhood Retreat

Berkshire Hills Eisenberg Camp 159 Empire Road, Copake, NY, United States

Experience Shabbat in community with other families by enjoying a weekend of learning, fun-filled activities, and time in nature. This weekend is a great opportunity to connect with old friends and meet new families!

Event Series Community Oneg

Community Oneg

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

Come together after Kabbalat Shabbat to catch up with friends and meet new people over delicious nosh and some drinks.

Sacred Service: The Beauty and Meaning of Tahara

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

Learn about the spiritual impact of the sacred tahara ritual, ask questions, and explore ways to get involved in this powerful Jewish tradition.

GOLDBERG: Live at Chelsea Table & Stage

Chelsea Table & Stage 152 W 26th St, New York, NY, United States

Get ready for BJ’s teen band to rock your socks off at their annual concert and fundraiser! GOLDBERG has been hard at work all year crafting the perfect setlist and preparing for this performance. You won’t want to miss it!

Event Series Multifaith Mondays

Multifaith Mondays

Columbus Circle West 59th St and Central Prk South, New York, NY, United States

This weekly vigil, organized by the Interfaith Center of New York, brings together members of faith communities across the city for connection, song, and spirit during the challenges of our political reality. Come for a weekly dose of inspiration! 

Book Talk with ACLU President Deborah Archer

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

Join Central Synagogue’s Rabbi Hilly Haber for a powerful conversation with Deborah Archer, president of the American Civil Liberties Union, about her new book, Dividing Lines: How Transportation Infrastructure Reinforces Racial Inequality.

Event Series Parent Learning

Parent Learning: Israel

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

This series will help parents brush up on Israeli history and culture, while also processing our own feelings and how to talk to our children about the beautiful and complex country.