BJ’s Israel Educator, Kobi Cohen, will lead us in a discussion of the book Can We Talk About Israel: A Guide for the Curious, Confused, and Conflicted by Daniel Sokatch. This event is for the Aviv 20s, 30s, and 40s community.
Join us for an info session about our Women’s Israel Trip on October 23-31. Rabbi Felicia Sol and Kobi Cohen, BJ’s Israel educator, will share the general program and answer any questions you may have.
Today, millions of people around the country are at risk of suffering from an addiction to or overdose from opioid use. BJ is proud to offer training to learn how to use Narcan and gain knowledge that can help save lives.
Join author and BJ member Lisa Honig Buksbaum for a reading from her debut memoir, SOARING into Strength: Love Transcends Pain. This conversation will explore ways to manage emotional and mental health in the midst of overwhelming obstacles.
Following Daniel Sokatch’s conversation with Rabbi Felicia Sol about his book Can We Talk About Israel: A Guide for the Curious, Confused, and Conflicted, we will continue the conversation with a community book talk.
Explore the texts and themes of Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Jonah Geffen, as part of this unique six-part series taught by alumni of the Marshall T. Meyer Rabbinic Fellowship.
Our selection for May, Victorious by Yishai Sarid, raises profound and timely questions about military service and its place in Israel’s national psyche.
Join Rabbi Roly Matalon for a Community Shabbat Dinner with special guests from a leadership trip with the Israeli American Council—filled with learning and dialogue; song, and enriched connections.
Prepare for the revelation of Torah on Shavuot with an evening of learning with Rabbi Roly Matalon in conversation with Rabbi Ed Feld, exploring the historical development of the Torah with teachings from Rabbi Feld’s new book, The Book of Revolutions.
Explore the texts and themes of Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Alex Braver, as part of this unique six-part series taught by alumni of the Marshall T. Meyer Rabbinic Fellowship.
Join us for a beautiful day in the park! Enjoy a community picnic following Shavuot morning services. Please bring your own food and drink, blankets/outdoor seating, and any paper goods you may need.
BJ is once again partnering with the Marlene Meyerson JCC of Manhattan for the 11th Annual Israel Film Festival, celebrating the best in new Israeli cinema.