Event Series Morning Minyan

Shaharit: Hanukkah (In Person and Online)

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

Throughout 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 States

Celebrate 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 States

Celebrate 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 States

Celebrate 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 States

Get 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.

BJ Theater Company Presents: One Short Day in the City of Shushan

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

Don'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 States

Wear 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 States

Kick 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.

Event Series Parent Learning: Pesah

Parent Learning: Pesah

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

As 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!). 

Event Series Parent Learning: Pesah

Parent Learning: Pesah

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

As 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!). 

Event Series Morning Minyan

Shaharit and Rosh Hodesh Breakfast

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. This Rosh Hodesh, join us in person or on Zoom, for a beautiful service featuring Hallel and Torah reading.

Event Series Parent Learning: Pesah

Parent Learning: Pesah

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

As 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 States

Join 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.

HaLailah Hazeh: Melodies of the Seder

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

Learn 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 States

Get 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 States

Join 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.

Event Series Morning Minyan

Shaharit followed by Ta’anit Bekhorot Siyyum

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

Join 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.

Event Series Morning Minyan

Pesah Morning Services (First Day)

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

Passionately 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.

Community Seder

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

Let 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.

Event Series Morning Minyan

Pesah Morning Services (Second Day)

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

Passionately 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.