Week of Events
Sunday, March 15, 2026
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March 15, 2026 –Shaharit (Online)
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March 15, 2026 –Singing Resistance: Interfaith Voices for Justice
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March 15, 2026 –Minha (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 in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
Singing Resistance: Interfaith Voices for Justice
Join together with the BJ and SPSA communities in solidarity for “Singing Resistance”—a national movement bringing people together to raise our voices in love, nonviolence, and collective care in the face of rising authoritarianism and injustice.
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.
Monday, March 16, 2026
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March 16, 2026 –Shaharit
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March 16, 2026 –Minha (Online)
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March 16, 2026 –Connections Cocktail Hour
Shaharit
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
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 Hour
Join us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
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March 17, 2026 –Shaharit
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March 17, 2026 –Soul Food: Torah That Nourishes, with Rabbi Felicia Sol
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March 17, 2026 –Shirah with Shira
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March 17, 2026 –Mindfulness Prayer Practice Group
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March 17, 2026 –Minha (Online)
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March 17, 2026 –Introduction to Judaism
Shaharit
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
Soul Food: Torah That Nourishes, with Rabbi Felicia Sol
Feed your soul on Tuesdays at lunchtime with Rabbi Felicia Sol. Each class offers Torah that nourishes, inspires, and challenges—bringing insight into how we find God, meaning, and wisdom in the rhythms of everyday life.
Shirah with Shira
Join our Hebrew immersion class for 3- and 4-year-olds with Shira Averbuch. Through music, stories, and movement, children and caregivers build community, explore Jewish traditions, and experience Israeli culture in a fun, engaging environment.
Mindfulness Prayer Practice Group
We invite you to join this group, 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.
Introduction to Judaism
Curious about Judaism, considering conversion, or seeking deeper understanding? Join Rabbinic Fellow Joe Blumberg for a weekly in-person course exploring core concepts, theology, prayer, and practice—no experience necessary. Discover community, meaning, and your unique Jewish path.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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March 18, 2026 –Shaharit
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March 18, 2026 –Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli Passow
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March 18, 2026 –Criminal Justice Cohort (2025–2026)
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March 18, 2026 –Minha (Online)
Shaharit
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Start 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.
Criminal Justice Cohort (2025–2026)
Join a small cohort exploring Jewish values, learning about criminal justice reform in New York, engaging in advocacy, and offering spiritual support at Rikers Island, led by Rabbi Shuli Passow and Kiana Davis throughout the 2025–2026 program year.
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.
Thursday, March 19, 2026
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March 19, 2026 –Shaharit (Rosh Hodesh—In Person and Online)
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March 19, 2026 –In the Mirror: Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Roly Matalon
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March 19, 2026 –A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
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March 19, 2026 –Minha (Online)
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March 19, 2026 –Jewish Book Group: Voices From Around the World
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March 19, 2026 –Carole King: She Made the Earth Move
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.
In the Mirror: Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Roly Matalon
We will continue our close reading of short stories about the lives, struggles, and concerns of the Talmudic rabbis; in order to uncover deeper layers of our own selves, and to become better equipped to wrestle with our human nature.
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.
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.
Jewish Book Group: Voices From Around the World
Join BJ members Jennifer Sylvor and Carole Balin to explore Jewish literature from around the world. We look forward to welcoming new readers along with our beloved regulars for rich and thought-provoking discussion.
Carole King: She Made the Earth Move
BJ's Micki Levin Concert Series presents a powerful evening of story and song tracing the life, music, and impact of Carole King—from her Jewish Brooklyn beginnings to her enduring place in the American songbook.
Friday, March 20, 2026
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March 20, 2026 –Shaharit
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March 20, 2026 –Bim Bam
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March 20, 2026 –Kabbalat Shabbat
Shaharit
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
Bim Bam
Bim Bam is a joyful gathering for children three and under to get ready for Shabbat through singing, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles and saying Kiddush.
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.
Saturday, March 21, 2026
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March 21, 2026 –Hakhanah LaTefillah
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March 21, 2026 –Shabbat Morning Services
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March 21, 2026 –Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
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March 21, 2026 –Elementary School Shabbat Morning Services
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March 21, 2026 –Aviv Book Club
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March 21, 2026 –A Sacred Partnership: A Conversation with Rabbi Roly Matalon and Rev. K Karpen
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March 21, 2026 –Arvit and Havdalah
Hakhanah LaTefillah
On 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.
Elementary School Shabbat Morning Services
Join us every Saturday morning for a lively and engaging Shabbat service designed for kids in grades 1-6, led by one of our music educators, Phoebe Eskovitz and Matt Arons. We look forward to seeing you there!
Aviv Book Club
Join Aviv’s 20s & 30s book club this month as we explore the writings of contemporary rabbis. Whether you’re steeped in Jewish thought or just curious to learn and talk in community, we’d love for you to be part of it.
A Sacred Partnership: A Conversation with Rabbi Roly Matalon and Rev. K Karpen
Rabbi Roly Matalon and Rev. K Karpen reflect on nearly four decades of sacred partnership between BJ and SPSA, exploring what this enduring bond has meant for our communities, how walking together deepened faith, and strengthened a shared pursuit of justice.
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.