70 events found.
Likrat Shabbat (3rd-6th Grade)
Community House 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesKick off Shabbat with some Friday night learning, music, food, and community building. The evening will start with candle lighting, Shabbat-related activities, and services, followed by a delicious dinner.
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.
Community Oneg
Rooftop SukkahCome together in the BJ Sukkah after Kabbalat Shabbat to catch up with friends and meet new people over delicious nosh and some drinks!
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.
Shabbat Morning Services (2nd-6th Grade)
Reception Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us every Saturday morning for a lively Shabbat Service for kids in grades 2-6. Parents can stay or join the community in the Sanctuary. Services are led by Rabbis Deena Cowans, Becca Weintraub, and our music educator Yaira Spitzer Tilchin!
Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesChildren will sing, dance, learn, and move during this lively service, featuring songs, stories, Torah readings, and more! This service is intended for families with children in first grade and younger.
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.
Arvit and Havdalah
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin 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.
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.
Arvit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
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.
Arvit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
Connections Cocktail Hour
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome.
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.
Justice Beit Midrash with Rabbi Shai Held
ZoomTogether with the New York Jewish Coalition for Criminal Justice Reform, join us as we learn from Rabbi Shai Held of the Hadar Institute.
Shirah with Shira
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin our Hebrew immersion class for 3- and 4-year-olds with Shira Averbuch. Through music, stories, and movement, children will gain a sense of community rooted in Jewish tradition while gaining exposure to Israeli culture.
Mindful Prayer Havurah
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesWe invite you to join this havurah, led by Jonathan Silver, as we search for deeper kavannah (intention) in our prayers, ritual practice, and weekly Torah portion.
Arvit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
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.
Kabbalat Shabbat
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.
Shabbat Morning Services
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesShabbat morning services at BJ — join us in person or online. All welcome.
Shabbat Morning Services (2nd-6th Grade)
Reception Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us every Saturday morning for a lively Shabbat Service for kids in grades 2-6. Parents can stay or join the community in the Sanctuary. Services are led by Rabbis Deena Cowans, Becca Weintraub, and our music educator Yaira Spitzer Tilchin!
Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesChildren will sing, dance, learn, and move during this lively service, featuring songs, stories, Torah readings, and more! This service is intended for families with children in first grade and younger.
Arvit and Havdalah
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin 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)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesDevelop 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.
Arvit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
Shaharit (In Person and Online)
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. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading.
Arvit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
Connections Cocktail Hour
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome.
Shaharit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesDevelop 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.
Shirah with Shira
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin our Hebrew immersion class for 3- and 4-year-olds with Shira Averbuch. Through music, stories, and movement, children will gain a sense of community rooted in Jewish tradition while gaining exposure to Israeli culture.
Mindful Prayer Havurah
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesWe invite you to join this havurah, led by Jonathan Silver, as we search for deeper kavannah (intention) in our prayers, ritual practice, and weekly Torah portion.
Beyond the Ballot: Text Banking
Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan The Samuel Priest Rose Building, 334 Amsterdam Ave at 76th Street, New York, NY, United StatesTake action to strengthen our democracy at this one-time intergenerational text banking event.
Arvit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
Shaharit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesDevelop 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.
Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesStart your day with soulfulness and equanimity with this weekly mindfulness meditation practice, led by Rabbi Shuli Passow and informed by themes from the Torah portion.
Arvit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
Heading to the Polls: American Jewish Civics in a Post-October 7 World
Congregation Ansche Chesed 251 West 100th Street, New York, NYJoin Shalom Hartman Institute scholars Yehuda Kurtzer, Elana Stein Hain, and Tamara Mann Tweel for a three-part series exploring the implications of October 7 on American Jewish civic identity.
Shaharit (In Person and Online)
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. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading.
A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesDip into the world of daf yomi (daily Talmud study) with this weekly look at highlights from the past week’s pages. All are welcome—you do not need any prior experience studying Talmud.
Arvit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
Israeli Authors Discussion Group: Sayed Kashua
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesThe Israeli Authors Discussion Group takes us on a journey of rich and thought-provoking Israeli literature. This month, we’ll read Track Changes by author Sayed Kashua. The first session will be Thursday, October 31.
Shaharit (Rosh Hodesh—In Person and Online)
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.
Bim Bam
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesBim Bam gives children three and under a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles and saying Kiddush.
Kabbalat Shabbat
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.
Hitoreri
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel and Middle Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, United StatesHitoreri, our monthly Kabbalat Shabbat and dinner for teens, is a BJ teen tradition. Teens enjoy a mindfulness-style service led by a BJ rabbi, transitioning from the hectic week to Shabbat, followed by a delicious dinner and time to hang out.
Community Oneg
Frankel Hall 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesCome together after Kabbalat Shabbat to catch up with friends and meet new people over delicious nosh and some drinks.
Mindfulness Shabbat Morning Service
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin Rabbi Shuli Passow, Cantor David Mintz, and Rabbi Marc Margolius for a contemplative Shabbat morning service.
Shabbat Morning Services
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesShabbat morning services at BJ — join us in person or online. All welcome.
Shabbat Morning Services (2nd-6th Grade)
Reception Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us every Saturday morning for a lively Shabbat Service for kids in grades 2-6. Parents can stay or join the community in the Sanctuary. Services are led by Rabbis Deena Cowans, Becca Weintraub, and our music educator Yaira Spitzer Tilchin!
Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesChildren will sing, dance, learn, and move during this lively service, featuring songs, stories, Torah readings, and more! This service is intended for families with children in first grade and younger.
Beyond the Ballot: Havdalah for Democracy
Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan The Samuel Priest Rose Building, 334 Amsterdam Ave at 76th Street, New York, NY, United StatesBid farewell to Shabbat and prepare for the week ahead at this special family-friendly pre-election Havdalah service for all ages in the JCC lobby. The program will include a song circle and the opportunity to create a beautiful craft.
Arvit and Havdalah
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin 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)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesDevelop 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.
Arvit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).