Together we will explore two powerful pieces—written 53 years apart—calling for a national conversation and accounting on race in America. BJ members Martha Ackelsberg and Judith Plaskow will lead the conversation. R.S.V.P. to Martha at mackelsb@smith.edu.

Join the BJ Environmental Advocates at a home-hosted seder where we will enjoy a delicious vegan meal and discuss Jonathan Safran Foer’s We are the Weather: Saving the Planet Begins at Breakfast. To R.S.V.P., email Les at lesjudd@aol.com.

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 […]

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.

This month, we will read and discuss Moriel Rothman-Zecher's lyrical and searing debut novel, Sadness is a White Bird. Register now.

Join your fellow 20s and 30s for a night of painting, Israeli art and wine, and snacks. No painting experience necessary. Space is limited! Register now.

Rabbi Marcelo Bronstein will guide us as we wrestle with questions of forgiveness through a Jewish lens, exploring models of forgiveness and trying to bring them to our own experience. Each class will include text study, discussion, and mindfulness practice.

Rabbi Marcelo Bronstein will guide us as we wrestle with questions of forgiveness through a Jewish lens, exploring models of forgiveness and trying to bring them to our own experience. Each class will include text study, discussion, and mindfulness practice.

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 […]

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.

This program has been canceled due to illness.