Shemini Atzeret Morning Service (with Yizkor)
Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, services at BJ are like no other. Join us as we celebrate the Shemini Atzeret Morning Service (with Yizkor).
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Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States
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Early Childhood Shemini Atzeret Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesFamilies will enjoy this spiritual holiday service full of singing, movement, and learning.
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Pre-Simhat Torah Happy Hour for 20s + 30s
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesCome together for happy hour and apps with other 20s + 30s, including those from Base UWS and Central Synagogue. Connect over drinks and meet a great crew to dance with all night long!
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Early Childhood Simhat Torah Evening Service (Age 6 and Under)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesFamilies will enjoy this spiritual and fun holiday service full of singing, movement, learning, and dancing with the Torah!
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Family Simhat Torah Ice Cream Party
Middle Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesGet ready to celebrate Simhat Torah with a sweet ice cream party! Enjoy treats while learning with Rabbi Deena, then join the BJ community in the Sanctuary for dancing and the first hakhafot. Stay until 10 PM or leave anytime.
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Erev Simhat Torah Celebration
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 as we celebrate the Simhat Torah Evening Service.
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Simhat Torah Morning Services
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 as we celebrate the Simhat Torah Morning Services.
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Early Childhood Simhat Torah Morning Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesFamilies will enjoy this spiritual and fun holiday service full of singing, movement, and learning.
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Family Volunteering at WSCAH
WSCAH Pantry (UWS) 263 West 86th Street, New York, United StatesBring your family (kids 6+) for a meaningful volunteer experience on the first night of Hanukkah! Pack nourishing food bags, create heartfelt cards to brighten someone's day, and write postcards to local elected leaders. Spread the light of Hanukkah by making a real impact in our community.
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Aviv Hanukkah Candlelighting
Location given after registrationJoin us for a Hanukkah candle lighting with the Aviv community! Feel free to bring your own hanukkiyah and candles if you’d like to light your own set. We're looking forward to celebrating with you! Location will be provided upon registration.
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Community Hanukkah Celebration
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for an all-ages celebration of the festival of lights, featuring a candle lighting led by our Kadima Beit Midrash students, festive singing, delicious holiday treats, and fun Hanukkah activities. All are welcome—come share the light with us!
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Light in the Darkness—A Hanukkah Bereavement Group
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesAt Hanukkah, we remember the loved ones who will be missing from our holiday gatherings this year. Join us for a virtual bereavement group, facilitated by BJ Social Worker Jane Blumenstein, LCSW. This event is for BJ members only.
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Teen Hanukkah Party
Sanders-Gardner Teen Lounge 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesCome celebrate Hanukkah with your fellow BJ teens! We will light candles, enjoy sufganiyot (donuts) and other festive treats, and compete in some exciting Hanukkah-themed competitions! We can't wait to celebrate the festival of lights as a teen community!
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Aviv Shabbat
Community House - 3rd Floor 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for Aviv’s Kabbalat Shabbat service and dinner on Shabbat Hanukkah with Minyan Marom! Unwind from the week and bring in the joy of Shabbat and Hanukkah with song and prayer. After services, connect over a delicious kosher dinner.
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Hanukkah Community Shabbat Dinner with Rabbi Felicia Sol
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesCome together with your BJ community to celebrate Shabbat Hanukkah at this community dinner. Enjoy good company, singing, and Hanukkah treats.
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Tu Bishvat Environmental Seder
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesCelebrate Tu Bishvat (the Jewish New Year for Trees) with the BJ Environmental Advocates. Explore the deep connection between Judaism and the environment. Together, we’ll explore our role in protecting our natural world and inspire action within our community.
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The Magnificent Resilience of Israeli Nature
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesHow is a tiny global biodiversity hotspot rebounding after war and wildfires? How can nature heal a traumatized nation? Learn about pioneering efforts and myths, and be inspired by how Israel is becoming a green beacon to the world.
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Pack the Joy!
Come pack mishloah manot with other BJ members—we’ll take care of the supplies, all you have to bring is the joy! After the packing, Rabbi Shuli Passow will give a short teaching about the foundations of mishloah manot.
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Early Childhood Megillah Reading and Purim Party (Age 6 and Under)
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesEarly Childhood Families will enjoy a festive erev Purim together! There will be arts and crafts, games, tattoos and face paint, delicious pizza and hamantaschen, and a kid-friendly reading of the Megillah!
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Aviv Purim Happy Hour
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesBefore the BJ Purim Spiel kicks off, gather for a pre-spiel happy hour with fellow 20s + 30s! Join friends from BJ and Base UWS to connect over drinks, mingle, and meet a great crew to celebrate with all night long.
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Community Megillah Reading
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesCome together to hear the the megillah in community, balancing the joy of the Purim and reflecting on its resonance in our time. This year, our megillah reading will take on a more contemplative tone, mindful of the upside-down and uncertain nature of the present moment.
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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!
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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 delicious dinner.
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Empty Chair at the Seder—A Pre-Pesah Bereavement Group
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesAs Pesah approaches, feelings of grief and loss may be heightened as memories of years past resurface. Join BJ/DOROT Social Worker Jane Blumenstein and fellow BJ members to draw support and comfort from one another and from our shared tradition.
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Inside the Passover Seder: Haggadah 201
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesDeepen your understanding of the Haggadah and seder through text, history, and key moments, with Senior Rabbinic Fellow Joe Blumberg. Gain practical tools to lead an engaging, meaningful Passover experience—whether it’s your first time or you’re looking to enrich your approach.