• Bim Bam: 2025-2026

    Bim Bam

    Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States

    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

    Kabbalat Shabbat

    Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States

    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.

  • Hitoreri

    Hitoreri

    Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel and Middle Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, United States

    Hitoreri is our monthly teen-only Kabbalat Shabbat & dinner, and a favorite BJ teen tradition. Teens participate in a Kabbalat Shabbat service led by their own classmates followed by Shabbat dinner and time for the teens to catch up and hang out.

  • The Torah of Raising Up Teens

    The Torah of Raising Up Teens

    Location given after registration

    The Torah of Raising Up Teens is a six-session Moving Traditions program for parents of Jewish teens, co-facilitated by Rabbi Deena Cowans and BJ's director of advancement, Lisa Adler. Rooted in Jewish wisdom, the series fosters learning, support, and proactive parenting.

  • Shirah with Shira (2025-2026)

    Shirah with Shira

    Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

    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.

  • Introduction to Judaism: Fall 2025-Spring 2026

    Introduction to Judaism

    Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

    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.

  • A New Era? Israeli Politics, America-Israel and Israel-Diaspora Relations

    Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States +1 more

    The consensus among Israelis, Americans, and the Jewish diaspora around Israel, U.S. support, and the two-state solution has fractured since October 7. This conversation examines whether a new era is emerging and which voices, alternatives, and defenders are shaping the debate.

  • Bim Bam: 2025-2026

    Bim Bam

    Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States

    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.

  • Tot Shabbat

    Tot Shabbat

    Sanctuary and Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States

    Families enjoy a kid-friendly Kabbalat Shabbat service filled with singing and dancing. Services are followed by a dinner complete with Shabbat blessings and songs. While adults are finishing their meal, children engage in play and exploration.

  • Likrat Shabbat

    Likrat Shabbat (K-6th Grade)

    Reception Room and Middle Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United States

    Kick off Shabbat with some Friday night learning, music, food and community building. The evening will consist of Shabbat-related activities for children and adults, services, and dinner. This event is for BJ member families with children in kindergarten through 7th grade. 

  • Kabbalat Shabbat

    Kabbalat Shabbat

    Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United States

    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.