God Knows Everything is Broken: Bob Dylan’s American Mythology
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Hai School Musi-Spiel Rehearsals
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.
Her Exodus: A Passover Exploration with Beit Toratah
Her Exodus: A Passover Exploration with Beit Toratah
Join Tamar Biala and Yael Karanek at BJ comes together with Beit Toratah for a rereading of the Exodus narrative through the lens of feminist midrash and according to a regendered version of this foundational text.
Hebrew Speaking Havurah
Hebrew Speaking Havurah
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!
God Knows Everything is Broken: Bob Dylan’s American Mythology
God Knows Everything is Broken: Bob Dylan’s American Mythology
Join us for a dynamic exploration through the music of Bob Dylan—songs that defined a generation and reflected his own spiritual journey. We will hear Dylan’s well-known (and lesser-known) songs, experiencing how they continue to challenge and inspire.
Connections Cocktail Hour
Connections Cocktail Hour
Join us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome.
“Soul Food: A Taste of the World to Come” Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Felicia Sol
“Soul Food: A Taste of the World to Come” Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Felicia Sol
In this year of shemita (sabbatical year), we will study rabbinic and hassidic texts on Shabbat, opening up a doorway to the 25 hour taste of the world to come. No previous textual experience necessary.
Shirah with Shira: Winter-Spring 2022
Shirah with Shira: Winter-Spring 2022
Join us for a Hebrew immersion class geared toward children 3 and 4-years-old. Children will gain a sense of community rooted in Jewish tradition while gaining exposure to Israeli culture.
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!
Kadima@BJ Town Hall
Kadima@BJ Town Hall
Join us on Zoom for a chance to ask questions and learn more about our exciting new Shabbat model! Please note that this town hall is intended for Kadima@BJ families in 3rd-6th grade.
How to Resist Burnout Culture, Seven Days a Week
How to Resist Burnout Culture, Seven Days a Week
Join us for a conversation with Rabbi Felicia Sol and author Jonathan Malesic, as we diagnose our burnout culture and suggest how we might resist it within our communities
Kadima@BJ Town Hall
Kadima@BJ Town Hall
Join us on Zoom for a chance to ask questions and learn more about our exciting new Shabbat model! Please note that this town hall is intended for Kadima@BJ families in 3rd-6th grade.
“In the Mirror” Zoom Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Roly Matalon
“In the Mirror” Zoom 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.
A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Dip into the world of daf yomi (daily talmud study) with this weekly look at highlights from the past weeks’ pages. All are welcome—you do not need to be studying the daily Talmud page to participate, nor do you need any prior experience studying Talmud. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information […]
Reordering the Pesah Seder for Humanity
Reordering the Pesah Seder for Humanity
The first night of Pesah offers us Leil Seder to think about a restoration of society where everyone belongs. Join Rabbi Mike Moskowitz for an exploration of this reordering that can inform our outlook on sustainable models of being.
Bim Bam In-Person Winter & Spring Series
Bim Bam In-Person Winter & Spring Series
Bim Bam gives children under three a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles, saying Kiddush, and giving tzedakah. This program is entirely in Hebrew.
Shabbat Morning Services: Teen Shabbat
Shabbat Morning Services: Teen Shabbat
Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, Shabbat services at BJ are like no other. On this Shabbat, our service will be teen-led, empowering and highlighting our teen community.
Kulanu: Teen Shabbat
Kulanu: Teen Shabbat
Kulanu means “all of us” in Hebrew. Kulanu is a fun, welcoming, and engaging space for 3rd-6th graders and their families. This Shabbat, join us for Teen Shabbat Kulanu in the Sanctuary.