Arts and Social Justice
Join fellow 20s and 30s for a series exploring the intersection of Social Justice and Art. Each session stands alone so you are invited to join us for some or all of them.
25 events found.
Israeli Politics Discussion Group
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesBJ members are invited to participate in a discussion group focused on Israeli politics. Together, we'll explore how Israeli politics work, what the checks and balances are, who pulls the strings, and what the costs are.
“In the Mirror” Zoom Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Roly Matalon
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesEngage with short stories about the lives, struggles, and concerns of the Talmudic rabbis, and uncover deeper layers of our own selves. No knowledge of Hebrew is required.
Dan Nadel and Guests: Evening Music and Conversation
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin BJ Music Director Dan Nadel on Thursday evenings for an experience of beautiful, rejuvenating music and conversation with a variety of special guest musicians, just before transitioning into Arvit (the evening service).
Congregational Collaboration: Navigating Antisemitism in Our World Today
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesDr. Rachel Fish will share with us how antisemitism manifests today, both in real life and online, and how this particular form of hatred has entered mainstream discourse in politics, media, and social justice conversations.
Bim Bam In-Person Winter & Spring Series
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesBim Bam gives children under three a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles, saying Kiddush, and giving tzedakah. This program is entirely in Hebrew.
Aviv Havdalah with Abby Stein
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin Aviv for our first Havdalah of 2022 with incredible guest speaker Abby Stein on her experience as a Trans woman growing up in and eventually leaving the Hasidic community in Brooklyn, the intersection of LGBTQ and Judaism, and more.
Hai School Musi-Spiel Rehearsals
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesCalling all K-8th grade actors, dancers, singes, and aspiring performers to join us for what promises to be our biggest, best Purim Spiel yet! This year's show is Hai School Musi-Spiel, based on Disney's beloved High School Musical.
BJ Theater Company Purim Shpiel Rehearsals
Location given upon registrationIt’s time for the BJ Theater Company’s annual Purim Shpiel. Each year, we produce a splashy, spectacular Shpiel with a fun-filled theme. This show is open to age 5-eighth graders, and no previous theater experience is necessary.
BJ Theater Company Purim Shpiel Rehearsals
Location given upon registrationIt’s time for the BJ Theater Company’s annual Purim Shpiel. Each year, we produce a splashy, spectacular Shpiel with a fun-filled theme. This show is open to age 5-eighth graders, and no previous theater experience is necessary.
Climate & the Environment: Cultivating a New World
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us for a panel discussion to learn about innovative solutions to our society’s entrenched challenges and how our community can engage more deeply with the issue of climate change.
Connections Cocktail Hour
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome.
“Soul Food: A Taste of the World to Come” Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Felicia Sol
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesIn this year of shemita (sabbatical year), we will study rabbinic and hassidic texts on Shabbat, opening up a doorway to the 25 hour taste of the world to come. No previous textual experience necessary.
Shirah with Shira: Winter-Spring 2022
Frankel Hall 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for a Hebrew immersion class geared toward children 3 and 4-years-old. Children will gain a sense of community rooted in Jewish tradition while gaining exposure to Israeli culture.
Torah for Our Time with Rabbi Alex Braver
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin Rabbi Alex Braver for the first installment of Torah for our Time, exploring Jewish mindfulness and mysticism.
Ivrit Live (Virtual Hebrew Lessons)
Come join other BJ members in learning Ivrit (Hebrew) live and online. Our Hebrew course provides a comprehensive Hebrew-learning experience focusing on the skills needed for conversation. Whether you are a beginner or an intermediate student, we have a class for you!
Let’s Talk About Prayer with Rabbi Roly Matalon
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesFormal Jewish prayer is challenging for most of us. How do we awaken the soul and allow our prayers to flow rather than pray by rote? Join Rabbi Roly Matalon for this three-part series exploring relevant questions about prayer.
“In the Mirror” Zoom Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Roly Matalon
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesEngage with short stories about the lives, struggles, and concerns of the Talmudic rabbis, and uncover deeper layers of our own selves. No knowledge of Hebrew is required.
Dan Nadel and Guests: Evening Music and Conversation
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin BJ Music Director Dan Nadel on Thursday evenings for an experience of beautiful, rejuvenating music and conversation with a variety of special guest musicians, just before transitioning into Arvit (the evening service).
Bim Bam In-Person Winter & Spring Series
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesBim Bam gives children under three a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles, saying Kiddush, and giving tzedakah. This program is entirely in Hebrew.
Family Havdalah on 88th and West End Avenue
Family Life & Learning Facebook LiveJoin us for Family Havdalah the first Saturday of each month as we bid farewell to our sacred day and transition to a week of hope.
Youth Group Ice Skating
Wollman Rink 830 5th Ave, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for a night of ice skating at Wollman Rink! This event is open to 5th-6th graders.
Hai School Musi-Spiel Rehearsals
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesCalling all K-8th grade actors, dancers, singes, and aspiring performers to join us for what promises to be our biggest, best Purim Spiel yet! This year's show is Hai School Musi-Spiel, based on Disney's beloved High School Musical.
BJ Theater Company Purim Shpiel Rehearsals
Location given upon registrationIt’s time for the BJ Theater Company’s annual Purim Shpiel. Each year, we produce a splashy, spectacular Shpiel with a fun-filled theme. This show is open to age 5-eighth graders, and no previous theater experience is necessary.
BJ Theater Company Purim Shpiel Rehearsals
Location given upon registrationIt’s time for the BJ Theater Company’s annual Purim Shpiel. Each year, we produce a splashy, spectacular Shpiel with a fun-filled theme. This show is open to age 5-eighth graders, and no previous theater experience is necessary.