Tikkun Leil Shavuot with the BJ Rabbis and Rabbinic Fellows
Step into Shavuot with us and spend the night learning with the BJ rabbis. All are welcome!
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Tikkun Leil Shavuot with the BJ Rabbis and Rabbinic FellowsStep into Shavuot with us and spend the night learning with the BJ rabbis. All are welcome! Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading.
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WSCAH Rocks The BlockSupport West Side Campaign Against Hunger at WSCAH ROCKS THE BLOCK! Help pack groceries, advocate to officials, and enjoy an afternoon of food, music, crafts, and live readings from Writing Against Hunger poetry and essay contest winners. Early Childhood Erev Shavuot Ice Cream PicnicCome hang out in Hippo Playground and celebrate Shavuot by eating some ice cream! All families with kids ages 0-7 are welcome. Shavuot Evening Service (First Day)Join us for the Shavuot Evening Service, as we kick off our all-night celebration.
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Leil Shavuot DinnerFollowing the Shavuot Evening Service, join us for a light dairy meal, singing, and celebration with BJ’s spiritual leaders—all under the stars on our rooftop terrace. Then at 11:00 PM, continue with all-night learning sessions with the BJ rabbis and rabbinic fellows. |
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Sunrise ShaharitAs night transitions into morning, join us on the rooftop terrace for a special sunrise Shaharit. Shavuot Morning Services (First Day)Join us on the first day of Shavuot, for soul-stirring prayer, infused with melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians, and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition. Early Childhood Shavuot Service (Age 6 and Under)Join us for this spiritual and fun Shavuot service full of singing, movement, learning, and some flower decorating.
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Shavuot Community PicnicJoin us for a beautiful day in the park! Enjoy a community picnic following Shavuot morning services. Please bring your own food and drink, blankets/outdoor seating, and any paper goods you may need. Shavuot Evening Service (Second Day)Join us for the Shavuot Evening Service, as the holiday continues. |
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Shavuot Morning Services (Second Day)Join us on the second day of Shavuot, for soul-stirring prayer, infused with melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians, and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition. Early Childhood Shavuot Service (Age 6 and Under)Join us for this spiritual and fun Shavuot service full of singing, movement, learning, and some flower decorating. Arvit and HavdalahJoin 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. |
4 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli PassowStart 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. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. Salon with Rabbi Felicia Sol: Early Childhood FamiliesBJ members are warmly invited to intimate gatherings hosted in fellow members’ homes, where Rabbi Felicia Sol will share her vision for the future of our community. These salons offer a meaningful opportunity to engage in dialogue—listening, reflecting, and dreaming together. |
3 events,
Shaharit (In Person and Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli PassowDip into the world of daf yomi (daily Talmud study) with this weekly look at highlights from the past week’s pages. All are welcome—you do not need any prior experience studying Talmud. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. |
4 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Kabbalat ShabbatJoin 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. Community OnegCome together after Kabbalat Shabbat to catch up with friends and meet new people over delicious nosh and some drinks—this month we will celebrate the mitzvot of our Shabbat engagement volunteers. |
6 events,
Mindfulness Shabbat Morning ServiceJoin Rabbi Shuli Passow, Cantor David Mintz, and Rabbi Marc Margolius for a contemplative Shabbat morning service. Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)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.
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Israel and International Law: What’s the Relationship?In this session, Dr. Alexander Loengarov invites us to take a step back and explore the broader framework of international law, offering insight into its principles and how they relate to the Israeli-Palestinian context. Arvit and HavdalahJoin 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. |
4 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading.
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Bicentennial Birthday Bash for FamiliesBJ is turning 200 and we are throwing a birthday party with games, cake, dancing and more! This event is designed for families with children from early childhood to elementary school to teens, with activities for different age groups, and a mimosa brunch for adults.
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A Mayoral Candidate Forum for the Jewish Community: A Just and Inclusive NYCAn opportunity for New York City’s Jewish community to hear directly from the 2025 mayoral candidates about the issues that matter most to us. We raise our voices to ensure that the priorities of the Jewish community are represented. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. |
3 events,
Shaharit (In Person and Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. Connections Cocktail HourJoin us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome. |
3 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Mindful Prayer HavurahWe 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. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. |
4 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli PassowStart 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. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. M’kom Shalom: A Place of PeaceThis Zoom support group is for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. Facilitated by Rabbi Simkha Y. Weintraub, LCSW, and Dr. Adena Greenberg, Ph.D., the support group will meet monthly on Wednesdays. |
4 events,
Shaharit (In Person and Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli PassowDip into the world of daf yomi (daily Talmud study) with this weekly look at highlights from the past week’s pages. All are welcome—you do not need any prior experience studying Talmud. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
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Echoes of a Journey: 200 Years of Jewish Music at BJIn celebration of BJ’s bicentennial, the Micki Levin Concert Series presents this all-star musical tribute to the richness and diversity of Jewish music woven through BJ’s evolving spiritual life and the broader Jewish American experience. |
2 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Kabbalat ShabbatJoin 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. |
4 events,
Hakhanah LaTefillahOn 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. Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)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. Arvit and HavdalahJoin 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. |
2 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. |
4 events,
Shaharit (In Person and Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. BJ & SPSA Social Justice Book Club: Small BeautyDive into powerful literature alongside community members of B’nai Jeshurun and St. Paul & St. Andrew, as we join together once a month to explore books that amplify social justice themes. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. Connections Cocktail HourJoin us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome. |
4 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Mindful Prayer HavurahWe 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. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
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BJ Annual Meeting 2025At our members-only annual meeting, we will hear reports from our rabbis, executive director, board leaders, and treasurer about the accomplishments of our 2024-2025 fiscal year and highlights of the year to come. |
4 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli PassowStart 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. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. Salon with Rabbi Felicia Sol: General InterestBJ members are warmly invited to intimate gatherings hosted in fellow members’ homes, where Rabbi Felicia Sol will share her vision for the future of our community. These salons offer a meaningful opportunity to engage in dialogue—listening, reflecting, and dreaming together. |
2 events,
Shaharit (In Person and Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. |
2 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Kabbalat ShabbatJoin 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. |
4 events,
Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)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.
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The Origins of the LGBTQIA Community at BJJoin Rabbi Roly Matalon to learn about the early years of BJ's allyship with the LGBTQIA community in the 1980s and ‘90s. Arvit and HavdalahJoin 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. |
2 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. |
3 events,
Shaharit (In Person and Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. Connections Cocktail HourJoin us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome. |
3 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Mindful Prayer HavurahWe 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. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. |
4 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli PassowStart 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.
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Blood DriveJoin BJ and the New York Blood Center for our biannual community-wide blood drive. Your donation is more vital than ever. Just one pint of blood can save up to three lives. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. |
4 events,
Shaharit (Rosh Hodesh—In Person and Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. This Rosh Hodesh, join us in person or on Zoom, for a beautiful service featuring Hallel and Torah reading. A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli PassowDip into the world of daf yomi (daily Talmud study) with this weekly look at highlights from the past week’s pages. All are welcome—you do not need any prior experience studying Talmud. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. Salon with Rabbi Felicia Sol: Interfaith CouplesBJ members are warmly invited to intimate gatherings hosted in fellow members’ homes, where Rabbi Felicia Sol will share her vision for the future of our community. These salons offer a meaningful opportunity to engage in dialogue—listening, reflecting, and dreaming together. |
3 events,
Shaharit (Rosh Hodesh—In Person and Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. This Rosh Hodesh, join us in person or on Zoom, for a beautiful service featuring Hallel and Torah reading. Kabbalat ShabbatJoin 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. Community Shabbat Dinner—Pride and Potluck!Celebrate Pride Shabbat with a community pot luck dinner, singing, and storytelling. This dinner is for everyone-- members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and friends, families, and allies. Together we will affirm and celebrate the dignity and humanity of all. |
3 events,
Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)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. Arvit and HavdalahJoin 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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Jew York Pride Brunch and NYC Pride MarchBJ is excited to partner with Keshet and Jewish organizations across the city to march for LGBTQ+ rights this year! Start off the morning with a bagel brunch in Times Square and then march in the NYC Pride Parade. Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. |
3 events,
Shaharit (In Person and Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. Connections Cocktail HourJoin us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome. |
3 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Mindful Prayer HavurahWe 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. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. |
3 events,
Shaharit (Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli PassowStart 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. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. |
3 events,
Shaharit (In Person and Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli PassowDip into the world of daf yomi (daily Talmud study) with this weekly look at highlights from the past week’s pages. All are welcome—you do not need any prior experience studying Talmud. Minha (Online)Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. |
2 events,
Shaharit (National Holiday—Online)Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading. Kabbalat ShabbatJoin 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. |
3 events,
Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)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. Arvit and HavdalahJoin 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. |