• Zionism: Borders and Boundaries

    Location given after registration

    Aviv (20s + 30s): In this second session of Who Are “We”?, join Rabbinic Fellow Iliana Brodsky for a conversation on Zionism in 2026, exploring shifting communal boundaries and how we stay connected across political and ideological difference.

  • Shaharit

    Morning Minyan
    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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.

  • Minha (Online)

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only NY, United States

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

  • Shaharit

    Morning Minyan
    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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.

  • Likrat Shabbat (6th Grade Celebration Shabbat)

    Likrat Shabbat
    Reception Room and Middle Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

    Kick off Shabbat with some Friday night learning, music, food and community building. The evening will consist of Shabbat-related activities for children and adults, services, and dinner. This event is for BJ member families with children in 6th grade only. 

  • Kabbalat Shabbat

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

    Join 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.

  • Aviv Shabbat

    Aviv Shabbat
    Community House 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

    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.

  • Hakhanah LaTefillah

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

    On alternating weeks, join Rabbi Roly Matalon to prepare the soul and open the heart for Shabbat morning prayers through the singing of piyutim and brief reflections.

  • Arvit and Havdalah

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only NY, United States

    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 (Rosh Hodesh)

    Morning Minyan
    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.

  • 6th-Grade Day Trip to American Dream

    6th-graders are invited to join us on a day trip to American Dream Mall in New Jersey! Spend the day doing an interactive escape room experience, enjoying the largest indoor waterpark in America, and celebrating the school year as a 6th-grade community!

  • Mother’s (Earth) Day

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

    Celebrate a belated Mother’s Day and Earth Day for families with children ages 3–6. Spend time outdoors on our terrace, gardening and enjoying a light brunch. We will also prep for Shavuot by making some flower decorations!

  • Minha (Online)

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only NY, United States

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

  • Shaharit

    Morning Minyan
    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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.

  • Minha (Online)

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only NY, United States

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

  • Shaharit

    Morning Minyan
    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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.

  • Minha (Online)

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only NY, United States

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

  • Introduction to Judaism

    Introduction to Judaism: Fall 2025-Spring 2026
    Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

    Curious about Judaism, considering conversion, or seeking deeper understanding? Join Rabbinic Fellow Joe Blumberg for a weekly in-person course exploring core concepts, theology, prayer, and practice—no experience necessary. Discover community, meaning, and your unique Jewish path.

  • Shaharit

    Morning Minyan
    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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.

  • Criminal Justice Cohort (2025–2026)

    Criminal Justice Cohort (2025–2026)
    Middle Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

    Join a small cohort exploring Jewish values, learning about criminal justice reform in New York, engaging in advocacy, and offering spiritual support at Rikers Island, led by Rabbi Shuli Passow and Kiana Davis throughout the 2025–2026 program year.

  • Minha (Online)

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only NY, United States

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

  • Ma Ahavti Toratekha: Torah in Rabbi Roly Matalon’s Honor with Rabbi Arthur Green

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

    In the final week of this seven-week series honoring Rabbi Roly Matalon’s 40 years of leadership, we welcome Rabbi Arthur Green for a special teaching—exploring Torah in the spirit of the depth, curiosity, and spiritual seriousness that have shaped Roly’s rabbinate.

  • Shaharit

    Morning Minyan
    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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.

  • Teen Shavuot

    Sanders-Gardner Teen Lounge 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

    Come celebrate Shavuot with the BJ Teen Program! We will gather in the Teen Lounge for a pizza dinner, dairy desserts, games, Torah, and more, as we welcome in this special holiday together as a teen community.

  • Tikkun Leil Shavuot

    Tikkun Leil Shavuot
    Sanctuary & Chapel

    Step into Shavuot with us and begin the night learning with Rabbi Chaim Seidler-Feller, followed by all-night learning with the BJ rabbis and fellows. All are welcome!

  • Shavuot Morning Services (First Day)

    Morning Minyan
    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

    Shavuot Community Picnic
    Riverside Park at 91st Street

    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.

  • Arvit and Havdalah

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only NY, United States

    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 (Online)

    Morning Minyan
    Remote Access Only 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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.

  • Minha (Online)

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only 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.

  • Shaharit (National Holiday—In Person and Online)

    Morning Minyan
    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.

  • Minha (Online)

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only 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.

  • Shaharit

    Morning Minyan
    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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.

  • Introduction to Mindfulness

    Introduction to Mindfulness
    Remote Access Only NY, United States

    Explore mindfulness practices including breath, body, thoughts, emotions, lovingkindness, and gratitude in this welcoming introductory class led by BJ member Jonathan Silver. Open to beginners and longtime practitioners alike, with time for practice and questions.

  • Minha (Online)

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only 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.

  • Introduction to Judaism

    Introduction to Judaism: Fall 2025-Spring 2026
    Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

    Curious about Judaism, considering conversion, or seeking deeper understanding? Join Rabbinic Fellow Joe Blumberg for a weekly in-person course exploring core concepts, theology, prayer, and practice—no experience necessary. Discover community, meaning, and your unique Jewish path.

  • Shaharit

    Morning Minyan
    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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.

  • Minha (Online)

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only 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.

  • Shaharit

    Morning Minyan
    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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.

  • Minha (Online)

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only 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.

  • Shaharit

    Morning Minyan
    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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.

  • Kabbalat Shabbat

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

    Join 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.

  • Community Oneg

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

    Come together after Kabbalat Shabbat to catch up with friends and meet new people over delicious nosh and some drinks.

  • Aviv Book Club

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

    Join Aviv’s 20s & 30s book club to read and talk about The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker. We’ll come together to connect, share ideas, and dig into what the book brings up for us.

  • Shabbat Minha

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

    Join us in person or online for the afternoon prayer service of Shabbat.

  • Arvit and Havdalah

    Evening Minyan
    Remote Access Only NY, United States

    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.