• Shirah with Shira

    Shirah with Shira (2025-2026)
    Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

    Join our Hebrew immersion class for 3- and 4-year-olds with Shira Averbuch. Through music, stories, and movement, children and caregivers build community, explore Jewish traditions, and experience Israeli culture in a fun, engaging environment.

  • 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.

  • Spring Terrace Gardening Kickoff

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

    If you love plants, gardening, fresh air, and community, join our garden committee kickoff to learn more about BJ’s terrace living wall garden, help plant some herbs, and discover how you can get involved!

  • 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 Dr. Nathaniel Berman

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

    This week in our series honoring Rabbi Roly Matalon’s 40 years of leadership, we welcome Dr. Nathaniel Berman for a teaching titled Exploring the Divine Palaces, Gathering the Human Melodies: Teachings Inspired by a Hevruta-ship with Roly Matalon.

  • 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!