In recent days, we have seen an escalation of the conflicts happening on college campuses throughout the country, including in our own neighborhood. For many of us, these events are stirring strong and often conflicting emotions. On Shabbat afternoon, Rabbis Roly Matalon and Felicia Sol will facilitate a space for discussion on this sensitive and highly charged topic.
Part of our Israel at 76 series, meet Ronen Koehler of Brothers and Sisters in Arms and Lee Hoffman Agiv from Bonot Alternativa—organizations at the forefront of the pro-democracy movement. This series is generously sponsored by Helena Diamant Glass.
Experience Shabbat in community with other families, and enjoy 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!
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.
Combatants for Peace and The Parents Circle Families Forum are again co-hosting the Joint Memorial Day Ceremony, an annual event that brings Israelis and Palestinians together to unite in shared grief and to build hope. The event will be livestreamed from Israel, or join the in-person satellite event at CBE in Brooklyn.
Part of our Israel at 76 series, meet Avi Dabush, executive director of Rabbis for Human Rights and a survivor of the October 7 attack on Kibbutz Nirim. This series is generously sponsored by Helena Diamant Glass.
Join the next meeting of a new working group that is identifying ways for our community to learn, support one another, and take action in response to the rising antisemitism in our country.
Join four up-and-coming changemakers from Arab society in Israel with rich experiences in civil society, journalism, arts and culture, and tech. Hear their visions and engage in discussion to get beyond the headlines. The Israel @ 76 series is generously sponsored by Helena Diamant Glass.
Join us for an uplifting evening filled with the spirit of resilience and joy of Yiddish music with an extraordinary ensemble led by BJ’s own music director, Dan Nadel!
Experience the magic of Shabbat in the city that never sleeps! Every month, Aviv hosts a special Shabbat dinner event designed especially for those in their 20s and 30s.
Join GOLDBERG, BJ’s teen band, for their second annual end-of-year concert at the historic Bitter End on Bleeker Street. The members of GOLDBERG have been working hard to prepare and are excited to share their passion and music with you!
At our members-only annual meeting, we will hear reports from our rabbis, interim executive director, board leaders, and treasurer about the accomplishments of our 2023-2024 fiscal year and highlights of the year to come.
Are you curious about urban agriculture and sustainability? Join the BJ Environmental Advocates for a tour of the Javits Convention Center’s rooftop farm, orchard, and sustainable facilities.
Come hang out in Hippo Playground and celebrate Shavuot by eating some ice cream! All families with kids ages 0-7 are welcome.
Following the Shavuot Evening Service, join us for a light dairy meal, singing, and celebration with BJ’s spiritual leaders—all under the stars on our rooftop terrace. Then at 10:15 PM, continue with all-night learning sessions with the BJ Rabbis.
Come together after Kabbalat Shabbat to catch up with friends and meet new people over a little nibble and a beverage.
While eyes are on Gaza, join us as Rabbi Arik Ascherman illuminates poignant parallels between the experiences of West Bank Palestinians today and of Japanese Americans post-Pearl Harbor. Rabbi Ascherman led Rabbis for Human rights for 21 years and founded Torat Tzedek.
Join us for Aviv’s Kabbalat Shabbat service and dinner! 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.
Rabbi Chaim Seidler-Feller will share his understanding of how we've arrived at this moment of an outpouring of anti-Jewish/Israel venom on campus and what can be done to reintroduce civility and mutual respect.
Join fellow BJ members who are in the LGBTQ+ community for a Shabbat afternoon Pride celebration picnic. Bring chairs, blankets, and a dairy/vegetarian snack to share. This is open to queer BJ members and their families. All ages are welcome.
Enjoy good food, connect with friends and meet new people, and celebrate Shabbat in community, at this monthly Shabbat dinner.
Come together after Kabbalat Shabbat to catch up with friends and meet new people over a little nibble and a beverage.
Call fellow BJ members to mobilize support for a city bill to end harmful shelter evictions. We’ll explain how to make calls, give you a script and contact information, and support you in making calls in real time.
Award-winning artist Tobi Kahn will give us a guided tour of his current exhibition, which features 48 crafted works on Jewish ritual and tradition.
The three weeks between 17th of Tammuz and Tisha Be’Av, called bein hametzarim, is a mourning period. This year, we've faced many challenges. Join Rabbis Sammy Kanter and Shuli Passow in a three-part series for respectful community discussion about these topics.
