Events
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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.
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Community Oneg
Reception Room 270 West 89th 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.
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Mindfulness Shabbat Morning Service
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin Rabbi Shuli Passow, Cantor David Mintz, Rabbi Marc Margolius, and Jon Silver for a contemplative Shabbat morning service on the second Shabbat of each month.
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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.
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Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesGather for a lively Shabbat morning service featuring songs, stories, Torah reading, and more, especially for families with children ages 6 and under.
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Elementary School Shabbat Morning Services: 6th Grade
Reception Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin 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.
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Aviv Book Club: Rubicon
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin Aviv’s 20s & 30s book club to read and talk about Rubicon by Tom Holland. We’ll come together to connect, share ideas, and dig into what the book brings up for us.
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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.
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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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
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Arvit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
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Shaharit
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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
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Interfaith Social Justice Book Club
St. Paul and St. Andrew (SPSA) 263 West 86th Street, New York, United StatesDive into powerful literature alongside community members from BJ and SPSA. Throughout the year, we'll gather discuss compelling fiction and nonfiction works that explore timely social justice themes and inspire meaningful conversation. Join us as we read, reflect, and learn together.
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Arvit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
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Connections Cocktail Hour
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome.
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Shaharit
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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
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Soul Food: Torah on Prayer and Faith with a Radical Twist
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin Rabbi Felicia Sol for a lunchtime exploration of prayer and faith through Jewish tradition, asking what we seek in prayer and how faith can shape our lives, with Torah that nourishes, challenges, and inspires.
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Shirah with Shira
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin Shira Averbuch for a joyful Hebrew immersion class for children ages 3–4 and their parents or caregivers. Through music, stories, movement, and play, children build early Hebrew language skills, connect with Israeli culture, and experience the warmth of Jewish community.
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Kadima Parent Learning
Community House – 6th Floor 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesInvest in your own Jewish learning alongside other parents and caregivers. Taught weekly by a rotation of BJ clergy and spiritual leaders, each session connects with what students are learning in Kadima and is open to all backgrounds.
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Mindfulness Prayer Practice Group
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesWe 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.
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Arvit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
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United & In Community: Conversations That Matter
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin Billy Planer, author of *Conversations That Matter*, in conversation with Ruth Messinger about moving beyond differences to build understanding and connection. Explore the power of meaningful dialogue, then practice deep-listening skills with fellow community members.
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Introduction to Judaism
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesCurious 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.
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Shaharit
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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
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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.