Shaharit (National Holiday—In Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York
Week of Events
Berlin Now and Then: 10th-12th Grade Trip
For the first time, the BJ Teen Program is heading to Europe! This unforgettable trip to Berlin will invite students to explore Jewish life before the Holocaust and discover what it means to be Jewish in Germany today.
Sunday, February 15, 2026
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February 15, 2026 –Shaharit (Online)
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February 15, 2026 –Arvit (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.
Monday, February 16, 2026
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February 16, 2026 –Shaharit (National Holiday—In Person and Online)
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February 16, 2026 –Arvit (Online)
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February 16, 2026 –Connections Cocktail Hour
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.
Connections Cocktail Hour
Join us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
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February 17, 2026 –Shaharit (Rosh Hodesh—In Person and Online)
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February 17, 2026 –Soul Food: Torah That Nourishes, with Rabbi Felicia Sol
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February 17, 2026 –Mindfulness Prayer Practice Group
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February 17, 2026 –Arvit (Online)
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February 17, 2026 –Introduction to Judaism
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.
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.
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.
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, February 18, 2026
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February 18, 2026 –Shaharit (Rosh Hodesh—In Person and Online)
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February 18, 2026 –Arvit (Online)
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February 18, 2026 –Explore the Music of Shabbat Morning Services with Hazzan Ari Priven
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.
Explore the Music of Shabbat Morning Services with Hazzan Ari Priven
Music is the heartbeat of Shabbat at BJ—in these two sessions, Hazzan Ari Priven invites you to experience it from the inside out. Through listening, learning, and singing together, we’ll explore how Shabbat’s melodies shape mood, meaning, and spiritual connection.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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February 19, 2026 –Shaharit (In Person and Online)
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February 19, 2026 –A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
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February 19, 2026 –Arvit (Online)
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February 19, 2026 –Jewish Book Group: Voices From Around the World
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
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.
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.
Friday, February 20, 2026
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February 20, 2026 –Shaharit (Online)
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February 20, 2026 –Parashat Hashavua with Rabbinic Fellow Iliana Brodsky
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February 20, 2026 –Bim Bam
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February 20, 2026 –Kabbalat Shabbat
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.
Parashat Hashavua with Rabbinic Fellow Iliana Brodsky
Join BJ Rabbinic Fellow, Iliana Brodsky, for weekly parashah (torah portion) study following Friday morning minyan. We will study challenges in the text whether textual, moral, or theological.
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, February 21, 2026
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February 21, 2026 –Mindfulness Shabbat Morning Service
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February 21, 2026 –Shabbat Morning Services
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February 21, 2026 –Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
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February 21, 2026 –Elementary School Shabbat Morning Services
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February 21, 2026 –Aviv Book Club
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February 21, 2026 –Arvit and Havdalah
Mindfulness Shabbat Morning Service
Join Rabbi Shuli Passow, Cantor David Mintz, and Rabbi Marc Margolius for a contemplative Shabbat morning service.
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 and 30s book club as we chat about The Family Tabor by Cherise Wolas. Whether you’re an avid reader or just looking to meet new people, we’d love for you to be part of building this community.
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.