Tze’irim 20s and 30s
Who We Are
Tze’irim 20s and 30s is B’nai Jeshurun’s young adult group. We are a diverse community of Jewish professionals and students, singles and couples, living in and around New York City. We are committed to creating a Jewish life that is meaningful, relevant, and dynamic, and we are honored to be part of a Jewish community that supports and celebrates our efforts. Tze’irim is led by an executive committee of dedicated creative members of B’nai Jeshurun, and is supported by three sub-committees. All individuals are invited to learn more about getting involved in Tze’irim’s leadership.
What we do
Tze’irim hosts Shabbat Programs, runs Service Match which pairs newcomers with regular members to attend Shabbat services, organizes Social Action/Social Justice activities, and sponsors other fun Kehilah (community-building) outings. Everyone in their 20s or 30s is welcome to join any or all of our activities. Membership at BJ is not a requirement, though we value BJ and encourage you to join. The synagogue even offers a Special Tze’irim Rate.
Shabbat Programs
Tze’irim provides a welcoming, fun, and relaxing Shabbat environment for its diverse community of 20s/30s individuals. Examples of Shabbat programs include:
- Catered and potluck Friday night meals
- Intimate home-hosted Shabbat and other holiday meals
- Themed Shabbat dinners such as Pizza and Board Games or Interfaith Shabbat
- Shabbat afternoon picnics in the park
- Havdalah (ceremony to end Shabbat) celebrations
If you are interested in learning more about Shabbat programs or want to get involved in planning, contact TZ Shabbat.
Social Action/Social Justice Programming
Tze’irim programs volunteer activities relating to Social Action and Social Justice. Examples of our direct service opportunities and greater advocacy issues include:
- Shabbat Dinner with Adaptations
- Toiletry drives at TZ events
- Coffee House at the Bronx House (lunch with Holocaust Survivors)
- Monthly cooking nights for the BJ/SPSA Homeless Shelter
- Building with Habitat for Humanity
- Fundraisers and walks such as NYC Komen Race for the Cure and NYC AIDS Walk
In addition to the events listed above, we work with the greater BJ community on programming such as Bikkur Holim (visiting the sick). If you are interested in learning more or want to get involved in planning, send an email to TZ Social Action.
Kehilah (Community) Programming
Our goal is to build a Tze’irim community by providing opportunities for our members to meet each other in social settings. Examples of Kehilah programming include:
- Hanukkah party
- Sukkot festivities
- End of Passover Chametz-fest (typically pizza and beer)
- Scavenger hunts and trivia nights
- Touch football, Ultimate Frisbee, and ice-skating in Central Park
- Limud (learning) opportunities with BJ’s rabbis
If you are interested in learning more about Kehilah programming or want to get involved in planning, send an email to TZ Kehilah.
Coming Soon
The list below is limited to those events and activities that are likely to be of special interest to 20s and 30s. (If it is empty, check back it won’t be empty long.) You may also want to check out all Upcoming Events.
Picnic in the Park with BJ Revolutionaries
Saturday, May 19 and June 2 | After Shabbat Services | 88th Street
Join returning members of BJ Revolutionaries, our New York Hazon Bike Ride and Retreat team, to share a picnic in the park and learn more about the ride. We will meet after services in front of 88th Street and walk over to Central Park. Whether you’ve been on the team in the past, are looking to join the ride at the end of August, or just want to learn more, we’d love to meet you. Please pack your own lunch. R.S.V.P. to Mark or Larissa.
Inside the Activists' Studio 2012: Finding Your Voice in a Global Movement
Sunday, May 20 | 3:00-8:00PM | The Elisabeth Irwin High School (40 Charlton Street, Greenwich Village)
Are you in your 20s or 30s? Join us to learn from and be energized by local Jewish change-makers and to celebrate the multitude of ways in which we are working to create a more just world. Hosted by Pursue and its partners, the event will be emceed by Jenny Romaine and moderated by Sara Ivry. Panelists will include Dasi Fruchter, Yotam Marom, Karen Abravanel, and Phil Aroneanu. There will also be skill building workshops with a variety of talented leaders in our community. Please register here.
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!
Stay in the Know
Join the Tze’irim Mailing List! Our weekly email will alert you to upcoming Tze’irim events as well as synagogue-wide events that may be of interest to the 20s and 30s community.
Connecting TZ Online
Many of us meet on TZ’s Facebook page. Join in the dialog. Share your ideas. And if you have you had great experiences at a Tze’irim event, share your story!
