Event Series Evening Minyan

Pesah Evening Services (Eighth Day)

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

Join us throughout Pesah 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.

All-Night Vigil: Reading of Names

Congregation Ansche Chesed 251 West 100th Street, New York, NY

We invite you to take part in this powerful communal ritual led by the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, taking place in person at Congregation Ansche Chesed.

Event Series Evening Minyan

Leil Shavuot Tisch and Tikkun Leil Shavuot

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

Step into Shavuot with us as we come together for Arvit followed by a light dairy meal, singing, learning, and celebration with BJ’s spiritual leaders—all under the stars on our rooftop terrace.

Shavuot Morning Services (First Day)

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

Join 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.

Shavuot Community Picnic

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.

Event Series Evening Minyan

Arvit for Tisha Be’Av

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

Bring your flashlight and join us on the floor of the Sanctuary, as we transition into Tisha Be’Av with Arvit and the reading of Eikhah (Lamentations). 

Context and Culture: Community Lessons from a Tisha Be’Av Tale

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

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.

Event Series Evening Minyan

Minha for Tisha Be’Av

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

Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.

Event Series High Holy Days 101

High Holy Days 101

Join Rabbinic Fellow Alissa Platcow for an exploration of the foundational elements of the High Holy Days rituals and liturgy, readying ourselves to be fully present and prepared for this season.

A Spiritual Warmup with Aviv

Rooftop 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

This is a learning opportunity for Aviv, which is BJ's cohort for folks in their 20s/30s.

Family Mahzor Dedication

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

All are invited to celebrate the dedication of Mahzor Ledor: An Intergenerational Family Mahzor at the end of Shabbat morning services in the sanctuary.

Event Series High Holy Days 101

High Holy Days 101

Join Rabbinic Fellow Alissa Platcow for an exploration of the foundational elements of the High Holy Days rituals and liturgy, readying ourselves to be fully present and prepared for this season.

BJ Teens Elul Meet & Greet

Rooftop 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

Join the BJ Teens for a meet & greet! Say hi to old friends and meet new ones. 

Event Series Morning Minyan

Shaharit (In Person and Online)

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

Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading.