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Holidays
Family Service for Yom Kippur
Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan The Samuel Priest Rose Building, 334 Amsterdam Ave at 76th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for a family service on Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish year. This service is geared toward students in 2nd grade and older, and their families.
Seder Ha-Avodah
SPSA Sanctuary 263 West 86th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for Seder Ha-Avodah, a short and powerful service, as we move through the afternoon of Yom Kippur.
Yom Kippur Minha and Ne’ilah
Multiple LocationsJoin us for Minha and Ne’ilah services, the conclusion of Yom Kippur, held in person in multiple locations on the Upper West Side.
Aviv 20s and 30s Break Fast
Middle Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesEnd Yom Kippur with a sense of peace and renewal. Join us for a nourishing Break Fast filled with good food and great company with the Aviv 20s and 30s community.
7th-Grade Sukkot Dinner
Rooftop SukkahWe welcome 7th-grade families to kick off Sukkot with us over a festive dinner! All attendees should have a child registered for either the 7th-grade bundle or Haverim.
Sukkot Evening Service (First Night)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us as we celebrate the first night of Sukkot with uplifting melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition, calling us to renew our commitment to building a world of justice, dignity, and peace.
Sukkot Community Dinner
Rooftop SukkahCelebrate the first night of Sukkot with a community dinner in the Sukkah. Sukkot is referred to as z’man simhatenu—the time of joy—and we will tap into that spirit with good food, song, and connection.
Sukkot Morning Services (First Day)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us as we celebrate the first day of Sukkot with uplifting melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition, calling us to renew our commitment to building a world of justice, dignity, and peace.
Early Childhood Sukkot Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this spiritual and fun Sukkot service full of singing, movement, and learning.
Open Sukkah Hours
Rooftop SukkahBring your own dairy/vegetarian meal and enjoy it in the beauty of our rooftop sukkah.
Open Sukkah Hours
Rooftop SukkahBring your own dairy/vegetarian meal and enjoy it in the beauty of our rooftop sukkah.
Sukkot Evening Service (Second Night)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us as we celebrate the second night of Sukkot with uplifting melodies from across the Jewish world and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition, calling us to renew our commitment to building a world of justice, dignity, and peace.
Sukkot Morning Services (Second Day)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us as we celebrate the second day of Sukkot with uplifting melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition, calling us to renew our commitment to building a world of justice, dignity, and peace.
Early Childhood Sukkot Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this spiritual and fun Sukkot service full of singing, movement, and learning.
Open Sukkah Hours
Rooftop SukkahBring your own dairy/vegetarian meal and enjoy it in the beauty of our rooftop sukkah.
Erev Shabbat/Hol Hamo’ed Sukkot Service
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for Kabbalat Shabbat and Hol Hamo’ed Sukkot with uplifting melodies brought to life by our extraordinary musicians, deepened by the wisdom of our tradition, calling us to renew our commitment to building a world of justice, dignity, and peace.
Shabbat/Hol Hamo’ed Sukkot Morning Services
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesCelebrate Shabbat and Hol Hamo’ed Sukkot with uplifting melodies brought to life by our extraordinary musicians and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition, calling us to renew our commitment to building a world of justice, dignity, and peace.
Open Sukkah Hours
Rooftop SukkahBring your own dairy/vegetarian meal and enjoy it in the beauty of our rooftop sukkah.
Environmental Movie Night in the Sukkah
Rooftop 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesBring your own dinner and join the BJ Environmental Advocates for a showing of the provocative, informative documentary Food, Inc. 2 on the rooftop terrace of our Community House.
Open Sukkah Hours
Rooftop SukkahBring your own dairy/vegetarian meal and enjoy it in the beauty of our rooftop sukkah.
Shaharit: Hol Hamo’ed Sukkot (In-Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin BJ’s morning minyan throughout Hol Hamo'ed Sukkot.
Shaharit: Hol Hamo’ed Sukkot (In-Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin BJ’s morning minyan throughout Hol Hamo'ed Sukkot.
Open Sukkah Hours
Rooftop SukkahBring your own dairy/vegetarian meal and enjoy it in the beauty of our rooftop sukkah.
Open Sukkah Hours
Rooftop SukkahBring your own dairy/vegetarian meal and enjoy it in the beauty of our rooftop sukkah.
Shaharit: Hol Hamo’ed Sukkot (In-Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin BJ’s morning minyan throughout Hol Hamo'ed Sukkot.
Aviv Sukkot Party
Rooftop Terrace 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin Aviv and Minyan Marom under the beautiful BJ rooftop sukkah for an evening of wine, snacks, and schmoozing as we embrace fall and get into the Sukkot spirit!
Hoshanah Rabbah Services and Brunch
Sanctuary & Rooftop Sukkah 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for Hoshanah Rabbah services, followed by a community brunch in the sukkah.
Shemini Atzeret Evening Services
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us as we enter into Shemini Atzeret with uplifting melodies brought to life by our extraordinary musicians and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition, calling us to renew our commitment to building a world of justice, dignity, and peace.
Shemini Atzeret Morning Services (With Yizkor)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us as we celebrate Shemini Atzeret with uplifting melodies brought to life by our extraordinary musicians and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition, calling us to renew our commitment to building a world of justice, dignity, and peace.
Early Childhood Shemini Atzeret Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this spiritual holiday service full of singing, movement, and learning.
Pre-Simhat Torah Dinner with Aviv
Frankel Hall 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesBefore we celebrate Simhat Torah like only BJ can, come together for a pre-holiday meal with other 20s + 30s! The food will be kosher dairy. Connect over dinner and meet a great crew to dance with all night!
Early Childhood Simhat Torah Evening Service (Age 6 and Under)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this spiritual and fun holiday service full of singing, movement, learning, and dancing with the Torah!
Teen Simhat Torah Party
Rooftop SukkahCelebrate Simhat Torah with our teen community before joining the larger BJ community for Hakafot!
Erev Simhat Torah Celebration
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesSimhat Torah at BJ is a celebration like no other! We will begin with Arvit, followed by all the singing and dancing you could ever ask for!
Simhat Torah Morning Services
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us on the morning of the Simhat Torah when we honor and celebrate with Kallat Torah, Beth Siegel, and Kallat Bereshit, Alice Tiven-Gottesman. Simhat Torah services will conclude with a community lunch open to all (no registration required).
Early Childhood Simhat Torah Morning Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this spiritual and fun holiday service full of singing, movement, and learning.
K-6 Hanukkah Bash
Frankel Hall 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesPrepare for Hanukkah with some fun holiday themed activities and music! There will be gift wrapping, holiday card making, delicious Hanukkah treats, and a holiday gift drive for local migrant families.
Light in the Darkness: A Hanukkah Bereavement Group
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesAs Hanukkah approaches, we remember loved ones who we will miss during our holiday gatherings this year. With that in mind, we invite you to join us for a virtual bereavement group, facilitated by BJ Social Worker Jane Blumenstein, LCSW.
Shaharit: Hanukkah (In Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesThroughout Hanukkah, Shaharit will be in person every morning (as well as online). Develop a daily Jewish practice, meet new people in an intimate setting, and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Shaharit: Hanukkah (In Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesThroughout Hanukkah, Shaharit will be in person every morning (as well as online). Develop a daily Jewish practice, meet new people in an intimate setting, and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Shaharit: Hanukkah (In Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesThroughout Hanukkah, Shaharit will be in person every morning (as well as online). Develop a daily Jewish practice, meet new people in an intimate setting, and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Shaharit: Hanukkah (In Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesThroughout Hanukkah, Shaharit will be in person every morning (as well as online). Develop a daily Jewish practice, meet new people in an intimate setting, and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Shaharit: Hanukkah (Rosh Hodesh—In Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesThroughout Hanukkah, Shaharit will be in person every morning (as well as online). Develop a daily Jewish practice, meet new people in an intimate setting, and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Shaharit: Hanukkah (Rosh Hodesh—In Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesThroughout Hanukkah, Shaharit will be in person every morning (as well as online). Develop a daily Jewish practice, meet new people in an intimate setting, and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Shaharit: Hanukkah (In Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesThroughout Hanukkah, Shaharit will be in person every morning (as well as online). Develop a daily Jewish practice, meet new people in an intimate setting, and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Tu Bishvat Family Seder
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesCelebrate the upcoming holiday of Tu Bishvat by joining us for a special seder led by the students of Kadima. We will celebrate nature, reflect on our connection to the Earth, and learn about the importance of caring for our planet.
Tu Bishvat Environmental Seder
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesCelebrate Tu Bishvat with the BJ Environmental Advocates. Join us for a delicious meal while we explore the deep connection between Judaism and the environment, our role in protecting our natural world, and inspire action within our community.
Purim Carnival
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesCelebrate Purim at B’nai Jeshurun’s Purim Carnival! There will be glorious games, incredible inflatables, crazy costumes, awesome activities, and scrumptious snacks.
Purim Around the World Potluck
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesGet ready for Purim with a global twist! The Purim Around the World Potluck will showcase the rich and diverse culinary traditions of Jewish communities worldwide, from Persia and North Africa to Eastern Europe, India, Israel, and beyond.
Early Childhood Megillah Reading (Age 6 and Under)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this spiritual and fun Purim evening where we will hear a kid-friendly reading of the Megillah!
BJ Theater Company Presents: One Short Day in the City of Shushan
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesDon't miss BJ Theater Company's One Short Day in the City of Shushan! Inspired by Wicked and the world of Oz, this swankified retelling of the Purim story will have you laughing, cheering, and maybe even singing along.
Community Megillah Reading and Afterparty
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesWear your favorite costume or mask, enjoy the megillah reading and BJ community performances, then party like it's 356 BCE at our community Megillah Reading and afterparty!
Aviv Purim Afterparty
Reception Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesKick off Purim with a festive happy hour before the Megillah reading! Join other 20s & 30s for drinks, hamantaschen, and great company as we get into the holiday spirit.
Shaharit and Megillah Reading
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesKeep the party going and join us for Shaharit and an encore reading of the Megillah. Costume finery is encouraged!
Parent Learning: Pesah
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesAs we gear up for Pesah, refresh and deepen your knowledge with this three-part series, specifically geared towards anyone who will be welcoming children to their seder (or who is looking to bring some child-like wonder to their seder!).
Parent Learning: Pesah
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesAs we gear up for Pesah, refresh and deepen your knowledge with this three-part series, specifically geared towards anyone who will be welcoming children to their seder (or who is looking to bring some child-like wonder to their seder!).
Shaharit and Rosh Hodesh Breakfast
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesDevelop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. This Rosh Hodesh, join us in person or on Zoom, for a beautiful service featuring Hallel and Torah reading.
Parent Learning: Pesah
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesAs we gear up for Pesah, refresh and deepen your knowledge with this three-part series, specifically geared towards anyone who will be welcoming children to their seder (or who is looking to bring some child-like wonder to their seder!).
Empty Chair at the Seder—A Pre-Pesah Bereavement Group
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin members of our community to draw support and comfort one another and from our shared tradition. This session will be led by BJ/DOROT Social Worker, Jane Blumenstein, LCSW. This group is for current BJ members only.
The Grand Symbols of the Pesah Seder and the Meaning of the Moment
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin Rabbis Roly Matalon, Felicia Sol, and Becca Weintraub to explore the deeper meaning of the seder plate symbols and how they can offer strength amid the current assault on so many liberties.
HaLailah Hazeh: Melodies of the Seder
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesLearn new melodies, review old favorites. Take part in this musical preparation for your seder, with Hazzan Ari Priven.
Pre-Passover Family Experience
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesGet ready for Pesah with an engaging and interactive experience led by Rabbi Deena and Rabbi Becca! This is an opportunity for families to dive into the story of Pesah, explore meaningful prayers, and engage with the traditions of the holiday.
Let My People Host: The Ultimate Guide to An Epic Seder
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin Rabbi Jessica Lenza for a special workshop for Aviv 20s + 30s, where you're learn all the tricks for creating a Passover experience no one will forget.
Shaharit followed by Ta’anit Bekhorot Siyyum
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for morning minyan, followed by a special learning session with Rabbinic Fellows Anina Dassa and Joe Blumberg—enabling all those who are fasting for Ta’anit Bekhorot to break their fast early. Join us for a meaningful morning of learning and prayer.
Pesah Morning Services (First Day)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesPassionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, services at BJ are like no other. Join us this first day of Pesah, for soul-stirring prayer, infused with melodies from across the Jewish world.
Early Childhood Pesah Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this spiritual and fun Pesah service full of singing, movement, learning, and to hear the Passover story!
Community Seder
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesLet us come together in song, ritual, and celebration as we journey through the BJ Community Seder, led by Rabbinic Fellow Anina Dassa and enhanced by our team of musicians.
Pesah Morning Services (Second Day)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesPassionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, services at BJ are like no other. Join us this second day of Pesah, for soul-stirring prayer, infused with melodies from across the Jewish world.
Early Childhood Pesah Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this spiritual and fun Pesah service full of singing, movement, learning, and to hear the Passover story!
Arvit and Havdalah
Join us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service), as we maintain a collective spiritual practice while supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. We will conclude with havdalah and end Shabbat together as a community.
Shaharit Hol Hamo-ed Pesah
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin BJ’s morning minyan throughout Hol Hamoed Pesah, for a robust prayer experience including Hallel, Torah Reading, and Musaf.
Shaharit Hol Hamo-ed Pesah
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin BJ’s morning minyan throughout Hol Hamoed Pesah, for a robust prayer experience including Hallel, Torah Reading, and Musaf.
Shaharit Hol Hamo-ed Pesah
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin BJ’s morning minyan throughout Hol Hamoed Pesah, for a robust prayer experience including Hallel, Torah Reading, and Musaf.
Shaharit Hol Hamo-ed Pesah
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin BJ’s morning minyan throughout Hol Hamoed Pesah, for a robust prayer experience including Hallel, Torah Reading, and Musaf.
Erev Shabbat/Pesah Service
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us on Friday nights for a joyful Kabbalat Shabbat service infused with uplifting melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition.
Early Childhood Pesah Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this spiritual and fun Pesah service full of singing, movement, learning, and to hear the Passover story!
Pesah Evening Service (8th Day)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for the evening service on the eighth day of Pesah.
Pesah Morning Services with Yizkor (Eighth Day)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesPassionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, services at BJ are like no other. Join us this eighth day of Pesah, for soul-stirring prayer, infused with melodies from across the Jewish world.
Early Childhood Pesah Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this spiritual and fun Pesah service full of singing, movement, learning, and to hear the Passover story!
Arvit and Havdalah
Join us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service), as we maintain a collective spiritual practice while supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. We will conclude with havdalah and end the holiday together as a community.
Yom Hazikaron to Yom Ha’atzma-ut
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesWe will mark the transition from Yom Hazikaron (Israel's Memorial Day) to Yom Ha’atzma-ut (Israel’s Independence Day) with poetry and song, and we will focus on the hostages that remain in Gaza. Our gathering will begin with Minha and conclude with Arvit.
The Gift of Bikkurim
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin Rabbi Naamah Kelman after Shaharit for a teaching about the gift of bikkurim (first fruits) to learn how our Shavuot rituals change and renew over generations.
Early Childhood Erev Shavuot Ice Cream Picnic
Hippo Playground W. 91st St. Riverside Dr., New York, NY, United StatesCome hang out in Hippo Playground and celebrate Shavuot by eating some ice cream! All families with kids ages 0-7 are welcome.
Shavuot Evening Service (First Day)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for the Shavuot Evening Service, as we kick off our all-night celebration.
Leil Shavuot Dinner
Rooftop Terrace 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesFollowing 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 11:00 PM, continue with all-night learning sessions with the BJ rabbis and rabbinic fellows.
Tikkun Leil Shavuot with the BJ Rabbis and Rabbinic Fellows
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesStep into Shavuot with us and spend the night learning with the BJ rabbis. All are welcome!
Sunrise Shaharit
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesAs night transitions into morning, join us on the rooftop terrace for a special sunrise Shaharit.
Shavuot Morning Services (First Day)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us on the first day of Shavuot, for soul-stirring prayer, infused with melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians, and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition.
Early Childhood Shavuot Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this spiritual and fun Shavuot service full of singing, movement, learning, and some flower decorating.
Shavuot Community Picnic
Riverside Park at 91st StreetJoin 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.
Shavuot Evening Service (Second Day)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for the Shavuot Evening Service, as the holiday continues.
Shavuot Morning Services (Second Day)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us on the second day of Shavuot, for soul-stirring prayer, infused with melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians, and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition.
Early Childhood Shavuot Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this spiritual and fun Shavuot service full of singing, movement, learning, and some flower decorating.