Week of Events
A Visit with Jewish Refuseniks and the KGB
A Visit with Jewish Refuseniks and the KGB
Join BJ members Betsy Diamant-Cohen and Stuart Cohen as they tell their stories about their time in the Soviet Union, where they came into contact with both Jewish refuseniks (Russian citizens who were denied permission to emigrate to Israel) and the KGB.
Meditative Healing Circle
Meditative Healing Circle
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.
Conflict Resolution for Elders
Conflict Resolution for Elders
Important planning decisions can create conflict with loved ones but conflict resolution methods can help smooth the way. Join BJ member Marcy Einhorn in exploring these different methods.
Mishnah After Minyan
Mishnah After Minyan
Join Rabbi Rebecca Weintraub on Tuesday mornings as we explore Mishnah Brakhot: the first tractate of the six books of Mishnah and the beginning of our oral Torah.
“Soul Food” Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Felicia Sol
“Soul Food” Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Felicia Sol
Open up your soul to the nourishment and challenge of the Hassidic rabbis. Join Rabbi Felicia Sol as we study Netivot Shalom, Rabbi Shalom Noach Berezovsky, a 20th c. Slonimer Rebbe. Each class will stand alone, so new participants are always welcome. No prior knowledge is expected.
Ivrit Live (Virtual Hebrew Lessons)
Ivrit Live (Virtual Hebrew Lessons)
Come join other BJ members in learning Ivrit (Hebrew) live and online. Our Hebrew course provides a comprehensive Hebrew-learning experience focusing on the skills needed for conversation. Whether you are a beginner or an intermediate student, we have a class for you!
Joey Weisenberg and the Hadar Ensemble in Concert
Joey Weisenberg and the Hadar Ensemble in Concert
Join us in partnership with Hadar and the Rising Song Institute as we sing along virtually with Joey Weisenberg and the Hadar Ensemble!
“In the Mirror” Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Roly Matalon
“In the Mirror” Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Roly Matalon
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.
Yiddish for the Skittish: A Gentle Introduction to Jewish Languages
Yiddish for the Skittish: A Gentle Introduction to Jewish Languages
In this session, BJ member Dr. Taylor Jones will give a gentle introduction to Jewish languages, from Hebrew to Yiddish, Ladino, and others. We will talk about the history and development of Jewish languages, and about common misconceptions about them.
Minha
Minha
Join us in virtual community for the afternoon prayer service before we prepare to enter Shabbat.
Family Havdalah on 88th and West End Avenue
Family Havdalah on 88th and West End Avenue
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.
Family Havdalah
Family Havdalah
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.