Bridge Over Troubled Water: Paul Simon’s Musical Mysticism

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

Experience a captivating journey through the music of Paul Simon, exploring and reimagining the depths of some of Simon’s most beloved songs. Musically produced by BJ Music Director Dan Nadel and narrated by author Seth Rogovoy, the concert will feature an all-star ensemble of musicians.

BJ Annual Meeting 2023

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

At our members-only annual meeting, we will hear reports from our rabbis, executive director, board leaders, and treasurer about the accomplishments we achieved during our 2022-2023 fiscal year, and highlights of the year to come. Registration is required.

Demystifying Hagbah

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

Immediately following Shabbat services, join our gabbai, Mark Lehrman, in learning how to perform the grip/slide/hoist movements of hagbah.

Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat

Kabbalat Shabbat

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

Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, Shabbat services at BJ are like no other.

Shavuot Morning Services (First Day)

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

Join us on the first day of Shavuot, for soul-stirring prayer, infused with melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians, and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition.

New York Landmarks Conservancy Sacred Sites Open House

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

BJ is participating in the 13th annual New York Landmarks Conservancy Sacred Sites Open House. We will open our beautiful Sanctuary doors to all who are interested, with a short talk by Executive Director Colin Weil.

Event Series Shabbat Minha

Shabbat Minha

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

Join us in person or virtually for the afternoon prayer service of Shabbat.

Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat

Kabbalat Shabbat

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

Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, Shabbat services at BJ are like no other.

Event Series Bim Bam Winter-Spring 2023

Bim Bam Winter-Spring 2023

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

Bim Bam gives children under 3 a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles and saying Kiddush.

Meet and Greet Calle

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

Parents with children are invited to join us in welcoming Calle Schueler, our new Assistant Director of Family Life and Learning. 

Meet Your Neighbor Mother’s Day Brunch

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

Join BJ and Knock Knock Give a Sock (KKGS) in building stronger communities by bringing neighbors together for Mother’s Day.

Event Series Shabbat Minha

Shabbat Minha

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

Join us in person or virtually for the afternoon prayer service of Shabbat.

Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat

Kabbalat Shabbat

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

Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, Shabbat services at BJ are like no other.

Event Series Tot Shabbat

Tot Shabbat

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

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

Event Series Bim Bam Winter-Spring 2023

Bim Bam Winter-Spring 2023

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

Bim Bam gives children under 3 a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles and saying Kiddush.

Narcan Training & Conversation on Addiction

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

Today, millions of people around the country are at risk of suffering from an addiction to or overdose from opioid use. BJ is proud to offer training to learn how to use Narcan and gain knowledge that can help save lives.

Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat

Kabbalat Shabbat

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

Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, Shabbat services at BJ are like no other.

Event Series Bim Bam Winter-Spring 2023

Bim Bam Winter-Spring 2023

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

Bim Bam gives children under 3 a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles and saying Kiddush.

Israel Today, Israel Tomorrow

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

The State of Israel is facing a reckoning right now, and its citizens and supporters are confronting numerous difficult questions. What are the possible futures for the State of Israel?