The New York Sephardic Film Festival provides viewers with an understanding of the rich mosaic culture of Jews from the Middle East and greater Sephardic diaspora. Contemporary voices steeped in history and tradition are celebrated throughout this two-week series of events, including premiere screenings, intriguing stories, powerful documentaries, director Q&As, and The Pomegranate Awards Ceremony. […]
BJ is inviting visual artists in their 20s and 30s, whose work explores Judaism, Jewish identity, or Jewish values, to submit their art for consideration to be hung in our gallery. Apply by March 6..
Roll up your sleeves and join BJ’s first ever community-wide hamentaschen bake-a-thon as we come together to make 1,000 hamentaschen! Register Now
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!
The BJ Theater Company’s Purim Spiel, featuring a cast of kindergartners-8th graders, is a splashy, spectacular show! Families received a detailed rehearsal schedule from Emma after auditions.
Parents of current 5th and 6th graders are invited to join Rabbi Felicia Sol at her home for an evening of conversation regarding parenting toward B’nai Mitzvah, featuring study, discussion, wine, and appetizers. This is a parents-only event.
Join BJ’s Morning Minyan each Tuesday when, after services, we’ll gather for a 15 minute “Iyun Tefilah”—an investigation into the laws of prayer.
Join us for a Hebrew immersion class geared toward children ages 2-5. Shira Averbuch will lead children and their parents and caregivers in music, stories, and movement. Children will gain a sense of community rooted in Jewish tradition while gaining exposure to Israeli culture. Pricing Members (For Full Term): $200 Members (For Individual Sessions): $20 […]
Join the FLAL Inclusion and Engagement Task Force and our Inclusion Coordinator, Tobie Franklin, for some wine, cheese, and conversation. Come and tell us how we can help you and your family thrive at BJ.
Artist and writer Nancy Patz and musician Bill Gordh will share how they processed their personal grief through their work. Bill will also present a concert. Register now.
In light of the evolving situation with the coronavirus and out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to transition this event to remote access only. Details on how to participate will be provided to those registered. Click here for our latest coronavirus update. Event Details: This course offers an overview of the […]
Join one of our Pop Up Mishloah Manot Parties around NYC! Bring a treat to contribute to the group's mishloah manot (food baskets for friends), learn about the mitzvah, and craft these beautiful baskets to share with others. Register Now
Join us as we assemble matanot le-evyonim (care packages for the poor). Registration is full.
Join BJ and Lab/Shul for a series of live podcast recordings and lively conversations celebrating and exploring the growing diversity of the American Jewish family. Register now.
Join Rabbi Adina Lewittes to explore our timeless Jewish legal system in the modern day.
Drinking on Purim is a well-known feature of the holiday, but where does this tradition come from? What do halakhic sources teach regarding its observance? How do we incorporate concerns about alcohol consumption, addiction, and substance abuse into this custom?
The safety of our community is our highest priority. In light of the evolving situation with the coronavirus and out of an abundance of caution, we have made the difficult decision to temporarily cancel this series. Click here for our latest coronavirus update. Every Friday, Jewish Upper West Siders greet worshipers before and after […]
On the first Friday of every month, join Rabbi Roly Matalon and BJ Music Director Dan Nadel for an alternative Kabbalat Shabbat service featuring melodies from the Sephardi and Mizrahi traditions, verses of Shir haShirim (Song of Songs), and beautiful piyutim (liturgical poems).
This joyous service is filled with Shabbat songs, prayers and stories. Children play with instruments and dance, and each child carries their own stuffed Torah before joining other families for Kiddush and Motzi.
This Shabbat morning experience for children in grades K-2 and their families, incorporates spirited prayer and singing, fun learning activities, and ample shmooze time. Each session includes special learning component for both children and parents.
The BJ Theater Company’s Purim Spiel, featuring a cast of kindergartners-8th graders, is a splashy, spectacular show! Families received a detailed rehearsal schedule from Emma after auditions.
Join us for a conversation about reducing cancer risk with Sharsheret, an organization improving the lives of Jewish women and families living with or at increased genetic risk for breast or ovarian cancer. Register now.
Families of children born between September 2009 and December 2010, are invited to our B’nai Mitzvah journey opening ritual. The Torah will be unrolled, and students will find the parashah they’ll read for their B’nai Mitzvah. Sign up at bj.org/4thgradeunrolling.
Celebrate Purim at our annual Purim Carnival, with the theme: “Turning the World Right-Side-Up!” Proceeds will be split between the BJ Teen Scholarship Fund and Everytown for Gun Safety. Register now.
The BJ Theater Company’s Purim Spiel, featuring a cast of kindergartners-8th graders, is a splashy, spectacular show! Families received a detailed rehearsal schedule from Emma after auditions.
Come in costume and experience a kid-friendly version of the Purim story with music, snacks, a costume parade, and highlights from the BJ Theater Company Purim Spiel! Register now.
BJ teens, celebrate Purim before the community service. Costumes are optional and encouraged. There will be dinner, music, and games galore! Register now.
Get dressed in your most upside down (or right-side up) costume and join us for our community-wide megillah reading featuring all-star performances from comedians Ophira Eisenberg, Jon Fisch, and Lenny Marcus.
When up is down and down is up, let’s head downstairs to turn it up! Following the Megillah reading, join us as we keep the party going with dancing, food, drinks, and general mayhem. Register Now
Keep the party going and join us at Morning Minyan for an encore reading of the megillah.
Join BJ’s Morning Minyan each Tuesday when, after services, we’ll gather for a 15 minute “Iyun Tefilah”—an investigation into the laws of prayer.
Join BJ’s Morning Minyan each Tuesday when, after services, we’ll gather for a 15 minute “Iyun Tefilah”—an investigation into the laws of prayer.
Join us for a Hebrew immersion class geared toward children ages 2-5. Shira Averbuch will lead children and their parents and caregivers in music, stories, and movement. Children will gain a sense of community rooted in Jewish tradition while gaining exposure to Israeli culture. Pricing Members (For Full Term): $200 Members (For Individual Sessions): $20 […]
Join us for this year’s BJ Theater Company Purim Spiel—You Can’t Stop The Spiel! This Hairspray-meets-hamentaschen take on the Book of Esther is sure to have you dancing in the aisles. The show, performed by a cast of K-7th graders, is a hilarious, full-scale musical production. In addition to the two full performances, will also […]
Zachary Schaffer and Abir Maliyanker (BJ’s shaliah) will discuss how interpersonal conflict arises, the human nature behind polarization, and how we can depolarize communities in conflict and engage in civil discourse across divides. Recommended for all BJ member teens, Grades 8-12.
Join us for this year’s BJ Theater Company Purim Spiel—You Can’t Stop The Spiel! This Hairspray-meets-hamentaschen take on the Book of Esther is sure to have you dancing in the aisles. The show, performed by a cast of K-7th graders, is a hilarious, full-scale musical production. In addition to the two full performances, will also […]
In light of the evolving situation with the coronavirus and out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to transition this event to remote access only. Details on how to participate will be provided to those registered. Click here for our latest coronavirus update. Event Details: This course offers an overview of the […]
Join Rabbi Adina Lewittes to explore our timeless Jewish legal system in the modern day.
Volunteer for a two-hour shift during our pop-up events and to make sure that all our guests at the Judith Bernstein Lunch Program and customers at WSCAH get counted. Register now.
Each month from December through June, we will read and discuss a book that is related to BJ’s “Race and Us” initiative from the perspective of the land of Israel. Register now.
The safety of our community is our highest priority. In light of the evolving situation with the coronavirus and out of an abundance of caution, we have made the difficult decision to temporarily cancel this series. Click here for our latest coronavirus update. Every Friday, Jewish Upper West Siders greet worshipers before and after […]
Join us for a Kabbalat Shabbat service, followed by a Family Shabbat Dinner and games. Register now at bj.org/familyshabbatdinner.
Join BJ Teens for a special Shabbat dinner with 8th and 9th graders from Congregation Shearith Israel in Atlanta, GA.
This joyous service is filled with Shabbat songs, prayers and stories. Children play with instruments and dance, and each child carries their own stuffed Torah before joining other families for Kiddush and Motzi.
This Shabbat morning experience for children in grades K-2 and their families, incorporates spirited prayer and singing, fun learning activities, and ample shmooze time. Each session includes special learning component for both children and parents.
This joyous service is filled with Shabbat songs, prayers and stories. Children play with instruments and dance, and each child carries their own stuffed Torah before joining other families for Kiddush and Motzi.
On the Shabbat of MLK weekend, we welcomed Pastor Mike Waldron and members of First Corinthian Baptist Church to services at BJ. Now, join us to experience Sunday morning services at FCBC. Register now.
Join BJ’s Morning Minyan each Tuesday when, after services, we’ll gather for a 15 minute “Iyun Tefilah”—an investigation into the laws of prayer.
Join BJ’s Morning Minyan each Tuesday when, after services, we’ll gather for a 15 minute “Iyun Tefilah”—an investigation into the laws of prayer.
Volunteer for a two-hour shift during our pop-up events and to make sure that all our guests at the Judith Bernstein Lunch Program and customers at WSCAH get counted. Register now.
In light of the evolving situation with the coronavirus this event is now remote access only. Join Zoom Meeting If you would like to join via phone, please email Beth Tarson. Download Reading Materials Download Supplemental Packet Download Accompanying Blessings About This Series: Bring a bag lunch and open up your soul to […]
Join us for a live, online Hebrew immersion class geared toward children ages 2-5. Shira Averbuch will lead children and their parents and caregivers in music, stories, and movement.
Join us for a Hebrew immersion class geared toward children ages 2-5. Shira Averbuch will lead children and their parents and caregivers in music, stories, and movement. Children will gain a sense of community rooted in Jewish tradition while gaining exposure to Israeli culture. Pricing Members (For Full Term): $200 Members (For Individual Sessions): $20 […]
Join Rabbi Felicia Sol for three roundtable sessions about current events—focusing on feminism, equity, and inclusion, and what Jewish texts say about them. This program is open to 8th-11th graders in the BJ Teen Program. Register now at bj.org/feminismequityinclusion.
Join Rabbi Felicia Sol via Zoom for this roundtable session about current events and what Jewish texts say about them. This program is open to 8th-11th graders in the BJ Teen Program. Register now.
In light of the evolving situation with the coronavirus and out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to transition this event to remote access only. Details on how to participate will be provided to those registered. Click here for our latest coronavirus update. Event Details: This course offers an overview of the […]
Join Rabbi Adina Lewittes to explore our timeless Jewish legal system in the modern day.
In light of the situation with the coronavirus this event is now remote access only. Without the constraints of the physical meeting room, we are delighted to open this class up to all. Join Zoom Meeting If you would like to join via phone, please email Beth Tarson. Download Reading Materials Download Supplemental Class Packet […]
Cecily Schwimmer is a women's health nurse practitioner who has worked in risk management and has previously helped develop infection prevention guidelines; Dr. John Santelli has worked at the CDC and the Baltimore Health Department, and is now a professor of public health at Columbia. They will clarify the risks of COVID-19, how it is […]
Learn about the Ethiopian community in Israel and enjoy a delicious vegetarian Ethiopian dinner for our 20s and 30s community. Stay tuned for new dates.
Looking to hang out with friends during this time of physical distancing? Miss going to your weekly bar trivia? Join your fellow 20s and 30s every Thursday for virtual happy hour with Aviv!
Join us as we celebrate the dedicated volunteers whose contributions build our community.
In response to the tightened restrictions announced today by Governor Cuomo, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this week's Shabbat Morning Services. Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, Shabbat services at BJ are like no other. Join us on Shabbat mornings for soul-stirring prayer, infused with melodies from across the Jewish world, […]
This joyous service is filled with Shabbat songs, prayers and stories. Children play with instruments and dance, and each child carries their own stuffed Torah before joining other families for Kiddush and Motzi.
This Shabbat morning experience for children in grades K-2 and their families, incorporates spirited prayer and singing, fun learning activities, and ample shmooze time. Each session includes special learning component for both children and parents.
Join us for a panel discussion on refugees and immigration as part of HIAS’ National Refugee Shabbat. Register now.
Grab your favorite morning drink and join us for a little schmoozing to get your day started.
Grab your favorite morning drink and join us for a little schmoozing to get your day started.
Join BJ’s Morning Minyan each Tuesday when, after services, we’ll gather for a 15 minute “Iyun Tefilah”—an investigation into the laws of prayer.
Grab your favorite morning drink and join us for a little schmoozing to get your day started.
Join us for a live, online Hebrew immersion class geared toward children ages 2-5. Shira Averbuch will lead children and their parents and caregivers in music, stories, and movement.
At the end of a long day, get ready to say goodnight as a BJ grownup reads a favorite bedtime story and sings Shema. Laila tov! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/396545748 Meeting ID: 396 545 748
Grab your favorite morning drink and join us for a little schmoozing to get your day started.
Rosh Hodesh (Sisterhood) and Shevet (Brotherhood) are small, single-gender, single-grade groups for teens, led by adult mentors trained by Moving Traditions.
We’re thrilled to be offering a taste Moving Traditions, both Shevet (brotherhood) and Rosh Hodesh (girls), for all our 7th graders.
In light of the evolving situation with the coronavirus and out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to transition this event to remote access only. Details on how to participate will be provided to those registered. Click here for our latest coronavirus update. Event Details: This course offers an overview of the […]
Join Rabbi Adina Lewittes to explore our timeless Jewish legal system in the modern day.
Join Rabbi Adina Lewittes to explore our timeless Jewish legal system in the modern day.
Grab your favorite morning drink and join us for a little schmoozing to get your day started.
In light of the situation with the coronavirus this event is now remote access only. Without the constraints of the physical meeting room, we are delighted to open this class up to all. Join Zoom Meeting If you would like to join via phone, please email Beth Tarson. Download Reading Materials Download Supplemental Class Packet […]
Explore different aspects of race in Israel through a series of intimate gatherings. We will enjoy a musical performance by Armenian composer/multi-instrumentalist Ara Dinkjian, followed by a conversation with Gazala Halabi, an Israeli Druz chef and NYC restaurant owner. Register now
At the end of a long day, get ready to say goodnight as a BJ grownup reads a favorite bedtime story and sings Shema. Laila tov! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/396545748 Meeting ID: 396 545 748
Looking to hang out with friends during this time of physical distancing? Miss going to your weekly bar trivia? Join your fellow 20s and 30s every Thursday for virtual happy hour with Aviv!
Grab your favorite morning drink and join us for a little schmoozing to get your day started.
This Shabbat morning experience for children in grades K-2 and their families, incorporates spirited prayer and singing, fun learning activities, and ample shmooze time. Each session includes special learning component for both children and parents.
Join Aviva Chernick and musical companion Yoshie Fruchter as they lead us in havdalah, followed by a participatory concert. Register now.
Grab your favorite morning drink and join us for a little schmoozing to get your day started.
Spend Sunday morning with Aviva Chernick as we bring mindfulness and contemplative practice toward the cultivation of compassion. Register now.
Grab your favorite morning drink and join us for a little schmoozing to get your day started.
At the end of a long day, get ready to say goodnight as a BJ grownup reads a favorite bedtime story and sings Shema. Laila tov! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/396545748 Meeting ID: 396 545 748
Join us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome. Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/760671853 Meeting ID: 760671853# Join via Phone: 646-558-8656
If you are in your 30s or 40s and looking for a way to be more connected at BJ, here’s your opportunity! We will gather for a short virtual evening service at 6:30PM, before joining a different zoom call for a casual get together. We want to get to know each other, and plan future […]
Join Tobie Franklin, our Inclusion Coordinator, to discuss how parents can support their children, in particular, those with special needs, as virtual learners. Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/998228500
Join BJ’s Morning Minyan each Tuesday when, after services, we’ll gather for a 15 minute “Iyun Tefilah”—an investigation into the laws of prayer.
Grab your favorite morning drink and join us for a little schmoozing to get your day started.
In collaboration with The Forward, we are proud to present a panel exploring the ways in which racism, antisemitism, and other forms of hatred play out in the political landscape. Register now.
This class focuses on the development of gross motor skills, flexibility, and balance. Children will engage in multiple mobility exercises in each class, including yoga, dance, and more. Led by Swan Kids, this series is for children in K-2nd grade. Zoom ID: 646-986-0404
Join us for a live, online Hebrew immersion class geared toward children ages 2-5. Shira Averbuch will lead children and their parents and caregivers in music, stories, and movement.
At the end of a long day, get ready to say goodnight as a BJ grownup reads a favorite bedtime story and sings Shema. Laila tov! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/396545748 Meeting ID: 396 545 748
Traditionally, avoiding hametz has meant getting rid of all hametz in your possession. Once again, Rabbi Roly Matalon will be your agent for selling hametz.
Grab your favorite morning drink and join us for a little schmoozing to get your day started.
Judy Clark served almost 38 years in prison for her role as a getaway driver in a robbery that killed two police officers and a security guard. Judy received a commutation of her sentence in 2016 and was released from prison in May 2019. Rabbi Felicia Sol and Judy Clark began a conversation 15 years […]
Join Hazzan Ari Priven for an exploration of music and melodies for your seder and throughout Pesah. Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/996846137
Zachary Schaffer and Abir Maliyanker (BJ’s shaliah) will discuss how interpersonal conflict arises, the human nature behind polarization, and how we can depolarize communities in conflict and engage in civil discourse across divides. Recommended for all BJ member teens, Grades 8-12.
At the end of a long day, get ready to say goodnight as a BJ grownup reads a favorite bedtime story and sings Shema. Laila tov! Watch live on the Family Life and Learning Facebook page
In light of the evolving situation with the coronavirus and out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to transition this event to remote access only. Details on how to participate will be provided to those registered. Click here for our latest coronavirus update. Event Details: This course offers an overview of the […]
Grab your favorite morning drink and join us for a little schmoozing to get your day started.
In light of the situation with the coronavirus this event is now remote access only. Without the constraints of the physical meeting room, we are delighted to open this class up to all. Join Zoom Meeting If you would like to join via phone, please email Beth Tarson. Download Reading Materials Download Supplemental Class Packet […]
At the end of a long day, get ready to say goodnight as a BJ grownup reads a favorite bedtime story and sings Shema. Laila tov! Watch live on the Family Life and Learning Facebook page
At the end of a long day, get ready to say goodnight as a BJ grownup reads a favorite bedtime story and sings Shema. Laila tov! Watch live on the Family Life and Learning Facebook page
We know that you, our mental healthcare professionals, are on the front lines (hopefully remotely) of helping others get through these incredibly challenging times. We also know how important it is that you take care of your own mental health, too. Please join us for a virtual zoom gathering facilitated by BJ Social Worker Rabbi […]
Looking to hang out with friends during this time of physical distancing? Miss going to your weekly bar trivia? Join your fellow 20s and 30s every Thursday for virtual happy hour with Aviv!
Grab your favorite morning drink and join us for a little schmoozing to get your day started.
