Rosh Hodesh Sivan: Awaiting the Word: Standing at Sinai Again
Each new month on the Hebrew calendar, we study, discuss, celebrate and pray together on this holiday traditionally associated with women. Please bring a dairy/vegetarian kosher snack to share. Registration encouraged.
Location: 257 West 88th Street Sanctuary
Davening Boot Camp with Jonah Geffen, BJ Rabbinic Fellow
Learn the fundamentals of tefillah. There is a reason why codes of Jewish law tell us in great detail the proper way to position our bodies during the amidah. Knowing when to “please rise” or “be seated,” which hand to use to cover your eyes for the Shema, or the proper times to say amen are all elements that contribute to a heightened experience of prayer. Those new to davening (praying), or those who have been doing it their whole lives all stand to benefit from this two hour class. Registration required. Contact Jonah for more information.
Location: 257 West 88th Street Sanctuary
BJ Softball
Hit a home run with BJ and step up to the plate for softball fun! These are friendly, lively, all-inclusive, self-governing pick-up games. Join for one game or 18, your choice. There is a one time $20 Tzedakah donation for the season, collected at the field. Checks payable to BJ or cash. The rain number is 212-628-1036. Press 1 then 2 then 808 for North Meadow. See you on the field!
Location: Field 12 North Meadow, Central Park (96th Street entrance)
Community Kiddush
Location: 263 West 86th Street Social Hall
Mitzvah in Your Sleep: Tuesday Shelter Volunteers Needed in May
Have you ever considered volunteering with the BJ/SPSA Homeless Shelter? Now is the time. This is a great opportunity to fulfill the mitzvah of providing hospitality with dignity, all while sleeping through the night. We are currently looking to fill three open spaces for sleepover volunteers in May and are always looking to add new volunteers to our roster for any night (Sunday through Thursday). To volunteer or learn more, please contact Larissa Wohl.
Location: 257 West 88th Street Frankel Hall
Tze'irim Cooks for the Shelter
Join us as we make dinner for the BJ/SPSA Homeless Shelter. We’ll meet at 6:00PM in the kitchen at SPSA (86th St and West End Ave). As usual, there is a suggested donation to help cover the cost of groceries ($6-10), and no cooking experience is necessary. R.S.V.P. by Friday, May 25 to the SA/SJ committee.
Location: Saint Paul & Saint Andrew 86th Street Kitchen
BJ Softball
Hit a home run with BJ and step up to the plate for softball fun! These are friendly, lively, all-inclusive, self-governing pick-up games. Join for one game or 18, your choice. There is a one time $20 Tzedakah donation for the season, collected at the field. Checks payable to BJ or cash. The rain number is 212-628-1036. Press 1 then 2 then 808 for North Meadow. See you on the field!
Location: Field 12 North Meadow, Central Park (96th Street entrance)
Bim Bam Summer Sessions
Bim Bam is a pre-Shabbat class for children ages 3 and under to sing Hebrew and Shabbat related songs and enjoy Jewish learning activities. Every class ends with lighting Shabbat candles, kiddush and hamotzi. This class is geared for 18 months and under. Cost is $160/members and $210/non-members per family. Contact Kristen Kersey at kkersey@bj.org with any questions.
Location: 257 West 88th Street B'nai Jeshurun Frankel Hall
Bim Bam Summer Sessions
Bim Bam is a pre-Shabbat class for children ages 3 and under to sing Hebrew and Shabbat related songs and enjoy Jewish learning activities. Every class ends with lighting Shabbat candles, kiddush and hamotzi. This class is geared for 18 months and under. Cost is $160/members and $210/non-members per family. Contact Kristen Kersey at kkersey@bj.org with any questions.
Location: 257 West 88th Street B'nai Jeshurun Frankel Hall
Community Kiddush
Location: 263 West 86th Street Social Hall
BJ at the Israel Day Parade
Want to be surrounded by BJ friends at the world’s largest celebration of Israel’s existence? Then join us in attending the Israel Day Parade! Sign up now.
Location: 5th Avenue between 55th and 54th Streets
BJ Softball
Hit a home run with BJ and step up to the plate for softball fun! These are friendly, lively, all-inclusive, self-governing pick-up games. Join for one game or 18, your choice. There is a one time $20 Tzedakah donation for the season, collected at the field. Checks payable to BJ or cash. The rain number is 212-628-1036. Press 1 then 2 then 808 for North Meadow. See you on the field!
Location: Field 12 North Meadow, Central Park (96th Street entrance)
BJ Annual Meeting 2012
Join us for the Annual Meeting to meet BJ’s new senior staff and learn about future planning for our community. Come early for some light refreshments, schmoozing and a picture presentation from the past year at BJ. We will hear messages from the rabbis and the president as well as elect new members to BJ’s Board of Trustees.
Location: 257 West 88th Street Sanctuary
BJ Community Retreat
Imagine the beauty of Shabbat at BJ but with lake views, fresh air, boating, swimming, Israeli dance, BBQ, s’mores, and stars. Join Rabbi Roly Matalon, Hazzan Ari Priven, BJ Rabbinic Fellow Jonah Geffen and fellow BJ members as we retreat to nature. Get to know BJ spiritual leaders and community members in a more intimate setting. Bring your singing voice and learn new songs. Special interest programming. Contact Amanda with questions. This retreat has sold out in the past; don’t miss your chance to Get Away with BJ. Register Now.
Location: Block and Hexter Vacation Center, Poyntelle, PA
Bim Bam Summer Sessions
Bim Bam is a pre-Shabbat class for children ages 3 and under to sing Hebrew and Shabbat related songs and enjoy Jewish learning activities. Every class ends with lighting Shabbat candles, kiddush and hamotzi. This class is geared for 18 months and under. Cost is $160/members and $210/non-members per family. Contact Kristen Kersey at kkersey@bj.org with any questions.
Location: 257 West 88th Street B'nai Jeshurun Frankel Hall
Bim Bam Summer Sessions
Bim Bam is a pre-Shabbat class for children ages 3 and under to sing Hebrew and Shabbat related songs and enjoy Jewish learning activities. Every class ends with lighting Shabbat candles, kiddush and hamotzi. This class is geared for 18 months and under. Cost is $160/members and $210/non-members per family. Contact Kristen Kersey at kkersey@bj.org with any questions.
Location: 257 West 88th Street B'nai Jeshurun Frankel Hall
Community Kiddush
Location: 263 West 86th Street Social Hall
Sign Up for the BJ Hazorim CSA: Registration Closes April 18
Join us for our third season. CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture and is a chance for you to pick up fresh, organic food from Free Bird Farm at BJ once a week beginning June 12 at 88th Street. Choose from vegetable, egg, and fruit shares. Please note: Registration closes on April 18. Register here. For more information, contact Larissa.
Location: 257 West 88th Street Sidewalk
BJ Softball
Hit a home run with BJ and step up to the plate for softball fun! These are friendly, lively, all-inclusive, self-governing pick-up games. Join for one game or 18, your choice. There is a one time $20 Tzedakah donation for the season, collected at the field. Checks payable to BJ or cash. The rain number is 212-628-1036. Press 1 then 2 then 808 for North Meadow. See you on the field!
Location: Field 12 North Meadow, Central Park (96th Street entrance)
Bim Bam Summer Sessions
Bim Bam is a pre-Shabbat class for children ages 3 and under to sing Hebrew and Shabbat related songs and enjoy Jewish learning activities. Every class ends with lighting Shabbat candles, kiddush and hamotzi. This class is geared for 18 months and under. Cost is $160/members and $210/non-members per family. Contact Kristen Kersey at kkersey@bj.org with any questions.
Location: 257 West 88th Street B'nai Jeshurun Frankel Hall
Bim Bam Summer Sessions
Bim Bam is a pre-Shabbat class for children ages 3 and under to sing Hebrew and Shabbat related songs and enjoy Jewish learning activities. Every class ends with lighting Shabbat candles, kiddush and hamotzi. This class is geared for 18 months and under. Cost is $160/members and $210/non-members per family. Contact Kristen Kersey at kkersey@bj.org with any questions.
Location: 257 West 88th Street B'nai Jeshurun Frankel Hall
Community Kiddush
Location: 257 Wrst 88th Street B'nai Jeshurun Frankel Hall
Mitzvah in Your Sleep: May Tuesday Shelter Volunteers Needed
Tuesdays (May 8, 15, 29) | 9:00PM-7:00AM | 88th Street Frankel Hall
Have you ever considered volunteering with the BJ/SPSA Homeless Shelter? Now is the time. This is a great opportunity to fulfill the mitzvah of providing hospitality with dignity, all while sleeping through the night. We are currently looking to fill three open spaces for sleepover volunteers in May and are always looking to add new volunteers to our roster for any night Sunday through Thursday. To volunteer or learn more, please contact Larissa Wohl.
Get Away with BJ (formerly known as the Community Retreat)
Friday, June 8-Sunday, June 10
| Block and Hexter Vacation Center | Poyntelle, PA
Imagine the beauty of Shabbat at BJ but with lake views, fresh air, boating, swimming, Israeli dance, BBQ, s’mores, and stars. Join Rabbi Roly Matalon, Hazzan Ari Priven, BJ Rabbinic Fellow Jonah Geffen and fellow BJ members as we retreat to nature. Get to know BJ spiritual leaders and community members in a more intimate setting. Bring your singing voice and learn new songs. Special interest programming. Contact Amanda with questions. This retreat has sold out in the past; don’t miss your chance to Get Away with BJ. Register Now.
BJ/SPSA Homeless Shelter Open House
Three evenings, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (May 29, 30, and 31) | Times vary; see below | 86th Street Social Hall and 88th Street Frankel Hall
Ever thought of volunteering with the BJ/SPSA Homeless Shelter but weren’t quite sure what to expect? Want to get a tour of the space and have your questions about volunteering answered? Join two of the Co-Chairs, Anne Millman at 88th Street on Tuesday from 6:00-7:00PM and Dava Schub at 86th Street on Wednesday and Thursday from 5:30-6:30PM, for this wonderful opportunity to tour the space, have all of your questions answered, and meet some of our guests. R.S.V.P. to Larissa with your preferred evening.
Capturing Our Stories Oral History Project
Ongoing | Flexible dates and times
All of our lives are full of important moments and events, creating a mosaic of fascinating stories. A team of BJ members is interested in capturing your story. Everyone has an interesting narrative and the Capturing Our Stories team is recording these vignettes on video. If you would like to be interviewed or to join our team of interviewers, please be in touch with Belinda Lasky.
Honoring the Memory of Rabbi Judah Nadich z”l on the 100th Anniversary of His Birth. An Evening of Learning with Erica Brown
Thursday, May 31 | 7:00PM | Park Avenue Synagogue, 50 East 87th Street
Master Narratives/Modern Stories: How a Biblical Past Informs a Literary Present.
Dr. Erica Brown is the scholar-in-residence for the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and consults for the Jewish Agency and other Jewish non-profits. Rabbi Judah Nadich, z”l, was rabbi of the Park Avenue Synagogue from 1957-1987. R.S.V.P. by Wednesday, May 30.
More Ushers Needed
Are you outgoing, friendly and warm? We need you to join our Ushering committee to greet people at Friday evening and Shabbat morning services. How much time you give is up to you. As you know, ushering creates an important first impression for BJ. It is all about making people feel welcome at services and helping to seat our visitors. If you are interested, and we hope you are, please email Elaine Nevins or Shelly Ostro for details.
BJ Softball
18 Thursdays (May 3 through August 30) | 7:00-8:30PM | Field 12 North Meadow, Central Park (96th Street entrance)
Hit a home run with BJ and step up to the plate for softball fun! These are friendly, lively, all-inclusive, self-governing pick-up games. Join for one game or 18, your choice. There is a one time Tzedakah donation for the season, collected at the field. Checks payable to BJ or cash. The rain number is 212-628-1036. Press 1 then 2 then 808 for North Meadow. For more information, contact Jody Prusan. See you on the field!
Register for Bim Bam
Friday Mornings, January 20-May 18 | 9:30-10:15AM and 10:45-11:30AM | 88th Street Frankel Hall
Bim Bam is a pre-Shabbat class for children ages 3 and under to sing Hebrew and Shabbat related songs and enjoy Jewish learning activities. Every class ends with lighting Shabbat candles, kiddush and hamotzi. Register now for the 9:30 class (geared for ages 18 months-3 years) or the 10:45 class (geared for 18 months and under), and know that space is limited. Cost is 0/members and 0/non-members per family. Contact Kristen Kersey with any questions. Note: class will not meet April 6 and 13.
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