Know Your Letters
Know Your Letters
First and second grade BJ members are invited to this class where they'll familiarize themselves with the names, shapes, and sounds of the different Hebrew letters.
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Occupy the Zoom: Care
Occupy the Zoom: Care
We will be watching and discussing the short documentaries CARE and Care Work is Essential Work. It's Also Climate Work. The discussion will be led by Sylvia Vogelman.
4 events,
Israel Unfiltered
Israel Unfiltered
Join us in learning about the Israel you never knew! Israel unfiltered is a monthly livestream that will explore different views and undercurrents in Israeli culture, society, and politics. The third session will feature Rabbi Elchanan Poupko and Anton Goodman.
A Taste of Mussar with Rabbi Rebecca Weintraub
A Taste of Mussar with Rabbi Rebecca Weintraub
In this series, we will dive into Mussar, the ancient form of Jewish spirituality focusing on the development of middot (character traits) to attain personal and communal holiness.
Bedtime Story and Shema
Bedtime Story and Shema
At the end of a long day, get ready to say goodnight as a BJ grownup reads a favorite bedtime story and sings Shema. Laila tov! Watch live on the Family Life and Learning Facebook page
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Aviv Happy Hour with Rabbi Rebecca Weintraub
Aviv Happy Hour with Rabbi Rebecca Weintraub
Get to know Becca—BJ's new assistant rabbi—at this virtual happy hour, and join us for an exploration of loneliness through Jewish texts. No prior learning experience required.
2 events,
Summer Bim Bam
Summer Bim Bam
Bim Bam gives children under 3 the opportunity to explore Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories while learning traditions such as lighting candles, saying Kiddush, and giving tzedakah. The program is led by our Artist in Residence, Shira Averbuch.
1 event,
Meditative Healing Circle
Meditative Healing Circle
Whether you are in need of healing, praying for a loved one, or want to extend well wishes to the wider world, join Rabbi Shuli Passow and cellist Jessie Reagan Mann for a healing circle rooted in meditation and chanting.
3 events,
Phone Banking with Reclaim Our Vote
Phone Banking with Reclaim Our Vote
Join us for two phone banking sessions with the Reclaim our Vote Campaign to help fight voter suppression. We will be calling voters to ensure they have what they need to vote, and each session will include a short training.
Know Your Letters
Know Your Letters
First and second grade BJ members are invited to this class where they'll familiarize themselves with the names, shapes, and sounds of the different Hebrew letters.
BJ Teens Town Hall for Teen Parents
BJ Teens Town Hall for Teen Parents
Join our Teen Engagement Parent Committee and other teen parents to learn more about changes to the Teen program!
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After 120…
After 120…
Join Rabbi Roly Matalon, BJ staff, and lay leaders for an information session on BJ's two cemeteries in Brooklyn and New Jersey. Following a short Elul teaching by Roly, there will be a brief presentation on the cemeteries and a Q&A.
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BJ Teen Theater Club Presents: Summer Shorts
BJ Teen Theater Club Presents: Summer Shorts
Join the BJ Teen Theater Club for a live reading of new works created by you! Summer Shorts are a collection of short plays and sketches written by BJ Teens, based on rules you get to set.
1 event,
BJ Teens Town Hall for Teen Parents
BJ Teens Town Hall for Teen Parents
Join our Teen Engagement Parent Committee and other teen parents to learn more about changes to the Teen program!
2 events,
Teen Virtual Hangout
Teen Virtual Hangout
Join fellow BJ teens for a Sunday afternoon hangout on Zoom! Hangouts will range from virtual trivia, interactive games, Netflix watch parties, and more. The Zoom link will be shared in the teen email every Sunday morning, or you can email Laura Schultze.
Meditative Healing Circle
Meditative Healing Circle
Whether you are in need of healing, praying for a loved one, or want to extend well wishes to the wider world, join Rabbi Shuli Passow and cellist Jessie Reagan Mann for a healing circle rooted in meditation and chanting.
1 event,
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Yoga for the New Year
Yoga for the New Year
Join your fellow 20s and 30s for a live morning yoga practice to prepare for Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year. No yoga experience needed, all are welcome to join.
4 events,
Phone Banking with Reclaim Our Vote
Phone Banking with Reclaim Our Vote
Join us for two phone banking sessions with the Reclaim our Vote Campaign to help fight voter suppression. We will be calling voters to ensure they have what they need to vote, and each session will include a short training.
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Phone Banking with Reclaim Our Vote
Phone Banking with Reclaim Our Vote
Join us for two phone banking sessions with the Reclaim our Vote Campaign to help fight voter suppression. This phone banking session is for volunteers in their 20s and 30s, and will include a short training.
Know Your Letters
Know Your Letters
First and second grade BJ members are invited to this class where they'll familiarize themselves with the names, shapes, and sounds of the different Hebrew letters.
Waze into the High Holy Days
Waze into the High Holy Days
Get rooted into the themes of our season—illuminated through the Waze into Light resources—with weekly text-based learning with Rabbis Roly Matalon and Felicia Sol. Join for one or all of these Tuesday one-hour sessions.
4 events,
ELULmination Drop-in Groups
ELULmination Drop-in Groups
As we collectively prepare for the Yamim Nora’im this year, exploring the Waze to the Light resources that will guide us through the season, we are excited to introduce an opportunity for BJ community members to go deeper. All BJ members are invited to join one of our ELULmination Groups, to come together virtually to […]
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BJ Teens Game Night
BJ Teens Game Night
Join your BJ Teen friends for a night of Pictionary and games, hosted by the BJ Teen Executive Board!
Ya’aleh Koleinu: Melodies of the Yamim Nora’im
Ya’aleh Koleinu: Melodies of the Yamim Nora’im
Join Hazzan Ari Priven after evening minyan for a chance to sing some of our favorite BJ melodies from the Yamim Nora’im. Bring an open heart and a full voice, as we lift up one another through the power of song.
Arts and Social Justice
Arts and Social Justice
Join fellow 20s and 30s for a series exploring the intersection of Social Justice and Art. Each session stands alone so you are invited to join us for some or all of them.
4 events,
The Institute for Jewish Spirituality Shofar Project
The Institute for Jewish Spirituality Shofar Project
Journey through Elul with the Institute for Jewish Spirituality's Shofar Project in a special processing cohort for BJ members, led by Marvin Israelow. Each week will focus on a different aspect of awakening and renewal, through meditation, text study, and yoga.
ELULmination Drop-in Groups
ELULmination Drop-in Groups
As we collectively prepare for the Yamim Nora’im this year, exploring the Waze to the Light resources that will guide us through the season, we are excited to introduce an opportunity for BJ community members to go deeper. All BJ members are invited to join one of our ELULmination Groups, to come together virtually to […]
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Challah Baking with Aviv
Challah Baking with Aviv
Join BJ member Leah Silver for an evening of Rosh Hashanah-themed challah bakingI Mingle with fellow 20s and 30s as we prepare for a sweet new year. An ingredient list will be sent out prior to the program.
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Bikkur Holim Volunteer Appreciation Gathering
Bikkur Holim Volunteer Appreciation Gathering
Thank you to all the volunteers who have helped our community this past year. Join us for a fun social gathering on Zoom in your honor! Register in advance to receive the zoom link.
2 events,
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Pre-Shabbat Gathering with Aviv
Pre-Shabbat Gathering with Aviv
Mix and mingle with fellow 20s and 30s as we prepare for Shabbat with music, games, and our favorite Shabbat rituals.
1 event,
Meditative Healing Circle
Meditative Healing Circle
Whether you are in need of healing, praying for a loved one, or want to extend well wishes to the wider world, join Rabbi Shuli Passow and cellist Jessie Reagan Mann for a healing circle rooted in meditation and chanting.
3 events,
ELULmination Cohort
ELULmination Cohort
All BJ members are invited to join one of our ELULmination Groups, to collectively explore the powerful themes of the Waze into Light resources that will guide us through the season, led by Rabbinic Fellow Deborah Sacks Mintz.
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How to Make Amends: the Case for Reparations in the Face of Mass Injustice
How to Make Amends: the Case for Reparations in the Face of Mass Injustice
Join us for a learning session with BJ Board member Gideon Taylor that will detail the struggle for reparations for Holocaust victims, as well as the issues surrounding efforts to secure reparations for slavery and other mass injustices.
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Mindfulness for the New Year
Mindfulness for the New Year
Join meditation teacher Yael Shy, BJ's Rabbi Shuli Passow, and fellow 20s and 30s for a workshop using Jewish wisdom and mindfulness meditation to prepare our hearts and souls for Rosh Hashanah and the year ahead.
1 event,
Waze into the High Holy Days
Waze into the High Holy Days
Get rooted into the themes of our season—illuminated through the Waze into Light resources—with weekly text-based learning with Rabbis Roly Matalon and Felicia Sol. Join for one or all of these Tuesday one-hour sessions.
2 events,
ELULmination Drop-in Groups
ELULmination Drop-in Groups
As we collectively prepare for the Yamim Nora’im this year, exploring the Waze to the Light resources that will guide us through the season, we are excited to introduce an opportunity for BJ community members to go deeper. All BJ members are invited to join one of our ELULmination Groups, to come together virtually to […]
Ya’aleh Koleinu: Melodies of the Yamim Nora’im
Ya’aleh Koleinu: Melodies of the Yamim Nora’im
Join Hazzan Ari Priven after evening minyan for a chance to sing some of our favorite BJ melodies from the Yamim Nora’im. Bring an open heart and a full voice, as we lift up one another through the power of song.
3 events,
The Institute for Jewish Spirituality Shofar Project
The Institute for Jewish Spirituality Shofar Project
Journey through Elul with the Institute for Jewish Spirituality's Shofar Project in a special processing cohort for BJ members, led by Marvin Israelow. Each week will focus on a different aspect of awakening and renewal, through meditation, text study, and yoga.
ELULmination Drop-in Groups
ELULmination Drop-in Groups
As we collectively prepare for the Yamim Nora’im this year, exploring the Waze to the Light resources that will guide us through the season, we are excited to introduce an opportunity for BJ community members to go deeper. All BJ members are invited to join one of our ELULmination Groups, to come together virtually to […]
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Kadima@BJ Town Hall
Kadima@BJ Town Hall
Join us for a back-to-school Town Hall to learn more and ask questions about our Fall virtual plans.
2 events,
Bim Bam Fall 2020
Bim Bam Fall 2020
Bim Bam gives children under three a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles, saying Kiddush, and giving tzedakah.