Week of Events
Shaharit (Online)
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)
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.
Shaharit (National Holiday—In Person and Online)
Shaharit (National Holiday—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)
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.
Shaharit (Rosh Hodesh—In Person and Online)
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.
Mindful Prayer Havurah
Mindful Prayer Havurah
We 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)
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.
High Holy Days 101
High Holy Days 101
Whether you are well-versed in High Holy Day traditions and prayer, or just beginning your exploration, Rabbi Sammy Kanter will guide us through the essential prayers and practices, helping us find personal meaning and intention for this sacred season.
Shaharit (Rosh Hodesh—In Person and Online)
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.
Minha (Online)
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.
Sacred Sounds: The Shofar’s Call in Elul
Sacred Sounds: The Shofar’s Call in Elul
Discover the deep meanings behind each shofar blast and explore how these sacred sounds can elevate our spiritual awareness, preparing our hearts and minds to fully embrace the transformative power of the High Holy Days.
Shaharit (In Person and Online)
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 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 week’s pages. All are welcome—you do not need any prior experience studying Talmud.
Beyond the Ballot: Get Out the Vote Volunteering
Beyond the Ballot: Get Out the Vote Volunteering
Take action by writing postcards and phone banking for the Center for Common Ground’s Reclaim Our Vote campaign, a grassroots initiative that focuses on increasing voter turnout. We will also discuss other opportunities for your own civic engagement.
Minha (Online)
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.
Kadima@BJ Curriculum Night
Kadima@BJ Curriculum Night
Learn about the curriculum and pedagogy for Kadima@BJ 2024-2025 with Deena, and meet new Associate Director Jess Glickman.
Shaharit (Online)
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.
Bim Bam
Bim Bam
Bim Bam gives children three and under a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles and saying Kiddush.
Kabbalat Shabbat
Kabbalat Shabbat
Join 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 Oneg
Community Oneg
Come together after Kabbalat Shabbat for a special “back to BJ” oneg! Catch up with friends you haven’t seen all summer and meet new people too, over delicious nosh and some drinks.
Shabbat Morning Services
Family Life and Learning’s Welcome Back Brunch
Family Life and Learning’s Welcome Back Brunch
Kickoff the school year by reuniting with old and new friends and meet our new Family Life and Learning team members! This brunch is targeted at Early Childhood and Shabbat Model families (ages 12 and under).
Shabbat Morning Services (2nd-6th Grade)
Shabbat Morning Services (2nd-6th Grade)
Join us every Saturday morning for a lively Shabbat Service for kids in grades 2-6. Parents can stay or join the community in the Sanctuary. Services are led by Rabbis Deena Cowans, Becca Weintraub, and our music educator Yaira Spitzer Tilchin!
Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
Children will sing, dance, learn, and move during this lively service, featuring songs, stories, Torah readings, and more! This service is intended for families with children in first grade and younger.
Shabbat Minha
Shabbat Minha
Please join us for the afternoon service of Shabbat. All are welcome to join us in person, no registration is required.
Arvit and Havdalah
Arvit and Havdalah
Join 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.