This family-friendly special Sukkot preparation event is open to kids of all ages—it’s a perfect way to celebrate the season and leave your mark on the BJ Sukkah! We will also serve pizza and have a special Sukkot story time!
We 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.
Whether you are well-versed in High Holy Day traditions and prayer or just beginning your exploration, Senior Rabbinic Fellow Joe Blumberg will guide us through the essential prayers and practices, helping us find personal meaning and intention for this sacred season.
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 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.
Engage in self-discovery and spiritual transformation as we reflect upon this past year and imagine what we will create together in 5786. Join folks in their 20s & 30s on a social and spiritual journey at BJ’s Aviv High Holy Day services.
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.
Engage in self-discovery and spiritual transformation as we reflect upon this past year and imagine what we will create together in 5786. Join folks in their 20s & 30s on a social and spiritual journey at BJ’s Aviv High Holy Day services.
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.
Transition from the spiritual heights of Yom Kippur at the BJ Community Break Fast. The Community Break Fast is sponsored by Helena Diamant Glass in honor of Rabbi J. Rolando Matalon and his 40 years of brilliant, visionary, and compassionate leadership.
End Yom Kippur with a sense of peace and renewal. Join us for a nourishing Break Fast filled with good food and great company with the Aviv 20s and 30s community.
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.
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.
Shabbat morning services at BJ — join us in person or online. All welcome.
We are excited to offer this lively service, featuring songs, stories, Torah reading, and more! This service is intended for families with children from birth through age 7.
Join us every Saturday morning for a lively and engaging Shabbat service designed for kids in grades 1-6, led by one of our music educators, Phoebe Eskovitz and Matt Arons. We look forward to seeing you there!
Bring your family (kids 6+) for a meaningful volunteer experience! Pack nourishing food bags, create heartfelt cards to brighten someone's day, and write postcards to local elected leaders. Share quality time together while making a real impact in our community.
Families will enjoy this spiritual and fun Sukkot service full of singing, movement, and learning.
Bring your own dairy/vegetarian meal and enjoy lunch or dinner in the beauty of the BJ rooftop sukkah.
We 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.