As we prepare for the High Holy Days, join Rabbis Felicia Sol, Becca Weintraub, and Alex Braver as they explore the texts and ideas shaping their own journeys through Elul. Study together, reflect deeply, and prepare for the possibility of teshuvah and transformation.
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.
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.
Shabbat morning services at BJ — join us in person or online. All welcome.
Gather for a lively Shabbat morning service featuring songs, stories, Torah reading, and more, especially for families with children ages 6 and under.
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.
Dedicated in loving memory of Bob Owens by his family, we gather on the threshold of the High Holy Days for an evening of music, prayer, poetry, meditation, and reflection, opening our hearts through Selihot liturgy and soulful spiritual practices.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Calling all teens in grades 8-12! Kick off the new year with us on the rooftop terrace while we reconnect, learn about what’s ahead for the teen community this year, get to know each other, and enjoy some snacks!
We invite you to join this group, led by Jonathan Silver, as we search for deeper kavannah (intention) in our prayers, ritual practice, and weekly Torah portion.
Join this virtual training to become a Sacred Court Support volunteer, accompanying immigrant community members to court hearings and ICE check-ins. Volunteers with daytime availability and Haitian Creole, Fulani, French, Spanish, or Arabic skills are especially needed.
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.
Explore the prayers, practices, and themes of the High Holy Days with Senior Rabbinic Fellow Joe Blumberg. Using Rabbi Alan Lew's This Is Real and You Are Completely Unprepared, discover new meaning and prepare for the Days of Awe through learning and discussion.
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.
Start 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.
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.
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.
Dip 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.
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.
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.
Join us for Erev Rosh Hashanah services, held in person in the Sanctuary.
Join us for Rosh Hashanah morning services, held in person in multiple locations on the Upper West Side.
Join us for Rosh Hashanah Early Childhood services—for children ages 6 and under and their families—led by Rabbi Becca Weintraub and Shira Averbuch. Registration is required.
Join us for this engaging service for children 9 and under and their families—led by Rabbi Deena Cowans. Registration is required.
Join us for an uplifting service geared toward children 13 and under and their families—led by Rabbi Becca Weintraub and Rabbi Anne Ebersman. Registration is required.
Join us for Rosh Hashanah Second Evening services, held in person in the BJ Sanctuary.
Join us for Rosh Hashanah morning services, held in person in the SPSA Sanctuary.
On the second day of Rosh Hashanah, join us for a meditative, soul-stirring, and deeply powerful service, led by Rabbi Shuli Passow, Rabbi Marc Margolius, and Cantor Dave Mintz. Registration is required.
Join us for Rosh Hashanah Early Childhood services—for children ages six and under and their families—led by Rabbi Becca Weintraub and Shira Averbuch. Registration is required.
Join us for an engaging service geared toward children 13 and under and their families—led by Rabbi Becca Weintraub and Rabbi Deena Cowans. Registration is required.
Experience the ritual of Tashlikh, a symbolic casting away of the year’s hardships and misdeeds. Begin at the BJ Community House with reflection and preparation for the new year, then we’ll walk to the Hudson River for Tashlikh.
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 Rosh Hashanah together as a community.
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.
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.
Join us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome.
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.
We invite you to join this group, led by Jonathan Silver, as we search for deeper kavannah (intention) in our prayers, ritual practice, and weekly Torah portion.
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.
Explore the prayers, practices, and themes of the High Holy Days with Senior Rabbinic Fellow Joe Blumberg. Using Rabbi Alan Lew's This Is Real and You Are Completely Unprepared, discover new meaning and prepare for the Days of Awe through learning and discussion.
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.
Start 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.
Celebrate the season of renewal by delivering a festive Rosh Hashanah package to an older adult in Manhattan. Just one hour—and a friendly visit or phone call—can bring connection, joy, and companionship during the High Holy Days.
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.
As Yom Kippur approaches, BJ Social Worker Jane Blumenstein will lead a bereavement group for those who are experiencing the High Holy Days without a loved one. This event is for BJ members only. Please register in advance.
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.
Dip 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.
Have any questions about our upcoming Israel trip and what the teen track will look like? Join our Zoom Q&A! For those who can't attend, we will be sure to record the meeting.
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.
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.
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.
Shabbat morning services at BJ — join us in person or online. All welcome.
Kick off the school year with a light breakfast and some pre-service socializing. This brunch is for families with children from birth through 6th grade, creating space to connect, catch up, and start the year in community.
Gather for a lively Shabbat morning service featuring songs, stories, Torah reading, and more, especially for families with children ages 6 and under.
Join us Saturday mornings for a lively and engaging Shabbat service designed for kids in grades 1–6. Drop-off is optional—parents are welcome to stay for the family-friendly service or join the larger community in the Sanctuary. This week’s service is for 6th graders.
On Shabbat Shuvah, join BJ member Jonathan Silver for a guided mindfulness practice reflecting on return, renewal, and the spiritual work of the Ten Days of Awe.
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.
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.
Join us for an uplifting Kol Nidre service, geared toward children 13 and under and their families—led by Rabbi Becca Weintraub and Rabbi Deena Cowans.
Join us for Kol Nidre, held in person in multiple locations on the Upper West Side.
Join us for Yom Kippur morning services, held in person in multiple locations on the Upper West Side.
Join us for Yom Kippur Early Childhood services—for children ages 6 and under and their families—led by Rabbi Becca Weintraub and Shira Averbuch.
Join us for this engaging service for children 9 and under and their families—led by Rabbi Deena Cowans. Registration is required.
Join us for an uplifting service geared toward children 13 and under and their families—led by Rabbi Becca Weintraub.
Join us for Seder Ha-Avodah, a short and powerful service, as we move through the afternoon of Yom Kippur.
Join us for Minha and Ne’ilah services, the conclusion of Yom Kippur, held in person in multiple locations on the Upper West Side.
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.
Help make the BJ Sukkah sparkle! Join us for creative crafts and sukkah decorating, with activities for ages 10 and under from 4:30–6:00 PM and more advanced art projects for ages 11+ from 6:00–7:30 PM. Pizza (and wine for adults) will be served!
We invite you to join this group, led by Jonathan Silver, as we search for deeper kavannah (intention) in our prayers, ritual practice, and weekly Torah portion.
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.
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.
Start 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.
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.
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.
Dip 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.
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.
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.
Families enjoy a kid-friendly Erev Sukkot and Shabbat service filled with singing and dancing. We will sing and pray in the Sukkah and then enjoy dinner in Frankel Hall.
Join us in the BJ Sukkah! The evening will consist of a community gathering in the sukkah, followed by a Shabbat dinner together. This event is for BJ member families with children in Kindergarten–6th grade.
Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, services at BJ are like no other. Join us as we celebrate Erev Shabbat and the Sukkot Evening Service.
Hitoreri is our monthly teen-only Kabbalat Shabbat & dinner, and a favorite BJ teen tradition. Teens participate in a Kabbalat Shabbat service led by their own classmates followed by Shabbat dinner and time for the teens to catch up and hang out.
Celebrate Shabbat and the first night of Sukkot at a community dinner where joy, connection, and song all come together for a beautiful evening.
Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, services at BJ are like no other. Join us as we celebrate Shabbat and Sukkot Morning Services.
Families will enjoy this spiritual and fun Sukkot service full of singing, movement, and learning.
Join us Saturday mornings for a lively and engaging Shabbat and Sukkot service designed for kids in grades 1–6. Drop-off is optional—parents are welcome to stay for the family-friendly service or join the larger community in the Sanctuary.
Join Aviv’s 20s & 30s book club to read and talk about The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon. We’ll come together to connect, share ideas, and dig into what the book brings up for us.
Bring a dairy or vegetarian meal and enjoy open hours in the BJ Sukkah.
Step into the sukkah with Aviv for a rooftop happy hour with snacks! Celebrate Sukkot with fellow 20s + 30s, and feel free to stay after for our community-wide Sukkah Open Hours.
Bring a dairy or vegetarian meal and enjoy open hours in the BJ Sukkah.
Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, services at BJ are like no other. Join us as we celebrate the Sukkot Evening Service.
Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, services at BJ are like no other. Join us as we celebrate Sukkot Morning Services.
Families will enjoy this spiritual and fun Sukkot service full of singing, movement, and learning.
Bring a dairy or vegetarian meal and enjoy open hours in the BJ Sukkah.
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 the second day of Sukkot together as a community.
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.