In this third program in our series on the Crisis of Homelessness in New York, we’ll hear from grassroots organizers about movements to create stable, long-term housing for all and stop the criminalization of homeless New Yorkers.
Between the years 1946 and 1953, the American, German-Jewish architect Eric Mendelsohn designed seven synagogues in the Midwest, four of which were actually built. Join photographer Michael Palmer for a discussion about Mendelsohn, his Jewish identity, and his architectural mission.
Join the BJ Teens for a game of Werewolf - a night of mystery and fun! This Teen Game Night is hosted by Sammy Bovitz and the BJ Teen Executive Board.
Join us for a date night with your special someone as we make a delicious meal with Chef Kyle Goldstein.
Wednesdays with Hadar: Unit 4 When Things Fall Apart: A Theology Rooted in the Real with Rabbi Aviva Richman Our immediate reaction when things go wrong may be to doubt or to turn away from God, to sever the relationship because it feels outside and out of place in our real experience. But what if […]
Engage 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.
Join Matt for a deep dive into Avatar: The Last Airbender. Through the lens of Torah, morals and spiritual guidance we will explore how we can bring harmony back into the world.
Prepare for Shabbat and Haggim singing new and old Zemirot, songs that are part of traditional Shabbat and Holy Days meals. Join Ari in expanding and exploring this enriching practice central to our heritage.
Every first Thursday of the month, this group will discuss a book written by an Israeli author, facilitated by BJ members Carole Balin and Jennifer Sylvor.
Join us for a conversation with candidates for Manhattan District Attorney about racial justice and de-incarceration, as well as other issues of concern for our spiritual communities. We will invite questions from the audience and expect a robust conversation.
A space for children under 3 to get ready for Shabbat through songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions. The series is held on Zoom and led by our Artist in Residence, Shira Averbuch.
Join us for our teen-only Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by BJ teens and staff. We will meet on 88th Street outside of the Sanctuary doors. The event will also be streamed on the BJ Teen Instagram.
Prepare for Shabbat with Rabbi Roly Matalon and BJ Music Director Dan Nadel, using melodies from the Sephardi and Mizrahi traditions, verses of Shir haShirim (Song of Songs), and beautiful piyutim (liturgical poems).
Join 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.
Join us for Family Havdalah the first Saturday of each month in front of the Sanctuary as we bid farewell to our sacred day and transition to a week of hope.
Calling 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.
Join Rabbi Sheila Peltz Weinberg for a morning of study and meditation rooted in the themes of Parashat Vayakhel-Pekudei, this coming week’s Torah portion. No previous meditation experience required.
Join your grade for an empowering year of cohort learning through monthly sessions featuring subjects chosen by teen representatives from each grade cohort; such as Israel, antisemitism, race, Holocaust education, and what it means to be a Jew today.
The Hebrew Speaking Havurah continues! Each session we discuss a different topic, with a different member leading. This month’s session will be held in-person!
Whether you are in need of healing, praying for a loved one, or want to extend well wishes to the wider world, join Rabbi Shuli Passow and cellist Jessie Reagan Mann for a healing circle rooted in meditation and chanting.
Please join Rabbi Rebecca Weintraub in this four part class as we begin to prepare both our minds and souls for the holiday of freedom, renewal, and of course — matzah!
Join us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome.
Join Rabbi Chaim Seidler-Feller in exploration of the troubling parts of the Haggadah that serve as ‘texts of terror’ and herald vengeance, with recommendations for new modes of reinterpretation, repair and redemption.
