This Shira Palmer Sherman Memorial Teaching examines how Jews often view mitzvot as strict “Jewish law,” yet classical rabbinic texts offer richer meanings. The class explores limitations of legal metaphors and highlights alternative frameworks within traditional rabbinic literature for deeper understanding.
BJ 8th and 9th graders will explore the American South through the lens of the Civil Rights Movement. Students will visit iconic sites, meet changemakers, and uncover the stories of those who risked everything in the pursuit of freedom.
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.
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.
Join us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
An evening of powerful music rooted in African American spirituals and American song, featuring Nia Drummond and Joe Dyson, with BJ Music Director Dan Nadel on guitar and music direction—resonant, soulful, and justice-seeking.
Join BJ members Jennifer Sylvor and Carole Balin to explore Jewish literature from around the world. This month, we’ll discuss Confidential: A Novel, by Mikotaj Grynberg, a darkly comic portrait of a Jewish family in today’s Poland.
Join us for an immersive workshop exploring the beauty and depth of Kabbalat Shabbat and Arvit. Discover melodies, meaning, and movements that sanctify the week’s transition. Gain practical tips for following prayers, deepening connection, and finding peace and community together.
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.
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 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.
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.
Join us for Aviv’s Kabbalat Shabbat service and dinner! Unwind from the week and bring in the joy of Shabbat with song and prayer. After services, connect over a delicious kosher dinner.
Shabbat morning services at BJ — join us in person or online. All welcome.
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.
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!
Join us in person or online for the afternoon prayer service of Shabbat.
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.
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.
Join us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
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.
Join us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service).
Join us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome.
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.
Join fellow BJ members at DOROT’s flagship program for solo agers — individuals who, by choice or circumstance, expect to age independently. This virtual six-week series explores tools, strategies, and support to help you prepare for the future.