Meet Your Neighbor Mother’s Day Brunch
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin BJ and Knock Knock Give a Sock (KKGS) in building stronger communities by bringing neighbors together for Mother’s Day.
Join BJ and Knock Knock Give a Sock (KKGS) in building stronger communities by bringing neighbors together for Mother’s Day.
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.
Parents with children are invited to join us in welcoming Calle Schueler, our new Assistant Director of Family Life and Learning.
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.
Immediately following Shabbat services, join our gabbai, Mark Lehrman, in learning how to perform the grip/slide/hoist movements of hagbah.
At our members-only annual meeting, we will hear reports from our rabbis, executive director, board leaders, and treasurer about the accomplishments we achieved during our 2022-2023 fiscal year, and highlights of the year to come. Registration is required.
Experience a captivating journey through the music of Paul Simon, exploring and reimagining the depths of some of Simon’s most beloved songs. Musically produced by BJ Music Director Dan Nadel and narrated by author Seth Rogovoy, the concert will feature an all-star ensemble of musicians.
Join longtime BJ member Craig Rosenberg for an easy 5-mile hike in Westchester. Meet at the Bronxville Metro North station and walk along the Bronx River Parkway, where we’ll enjoy the lakes, streams, and general beauty of the area.
Join Rabbi Jessica Lenza, BJ’s Associate Director of Creative Development, for a catered Shabbat dinner with learning, song, and deeper community connections.
Join us in partnership with the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan for an intimate portrait of internationally acclaimed photographer Joan Roth, who used advocated for homeless women, documented leaders in the U.S. Women’s Movement, and illuminated the lives of Jewish women.
Join us for an in-depth conversation about diversity, human rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and Israeli democracy with representatives from IGY The Proud Youth Organization.
Mourn the Dobbs decision overturning Roe v. Wade with a yahrzeit candle lighting and discussion on the state of abortion, in partnership with the National Council of Jewish Women.
Celebrate Pride Shabbat by coming together for a festive Shabbat dinner filled with learning, song, and deepened connections. The dinner will also feature guest speakers from the Sephardi Mizrahi Q Network as well as other BJ community members.
Show your pride in the Jewish LGBTQ+ community by joining us for a festive brunch, followed by marching together as a group in the NYC Pride March.
While Israel is considered to be one of the most gay-friendly countries in the world, the struggle for LGBTQ+ rights is ongoing. Join Kobi to learn more about this part of Israeli history, and to discuss where the country is headed.
Did you know that if only 1% more of Americans donated blood, shortages would disappear! Save a life and donate this June at the BJ Blood Drive.
Join us in a special session with Kobi Cohen, our Israel Educator, where he will provide an update on the recent judicial overhaul in Israel and shed light on current polls.
Join Rabbi Shuli Passow to discuss the story of Kamtza and Bar Kamtza—cited as the reason the Temple was destroyed—in the context of Eikha Rabba, drawing out lessons for today’s world.