April 2020
Morning Minyan
Morning minyan meets Monday-Thursday at 7:30AM; Sundays and national holidays at 9:30AM. Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Find out more »Hilkhot Tefilah: The Laws of Prayer
Join BJ’s Morning Minyan each Tuesday when, after services, we’ll gather for a 15 minute “Iyun Tefilah”—an investigation into the laws of prayer.
Find out more »“Soul Food” Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Felicia Sol
In light of the evolving situation with the coronavirus this event is now remote access only. Join Zoom Meeting Join Zoom via phone: 646-558-8656 Meeting ID: 801 899 017# Download Reading Materials About This Series: Bring a bag lunch and open up your soul to the nourishment and challenge of the Hassidic rabbis. Join Rabbi Felicia Sol as we study the teachings of Rabbi Kalonymos Kalmish Shapira, the rabbi of the Warsaw Ghetto, from his book Sacred Fire. Each class…
Find out more »K-2nd Grade Fitness Class
This class focuses on the development of gross motor skills, flexibility, and balance. Children will engage in multiple mobility exercises in each class, including yoga, dance, and more. Led by Swan Kids, this series is for children in K-2nd grade. Zoom ID: 646-986-0404
Find out more »Shirah with Shira Online
Join us for a live, online Hebrew immersion class geared toward children ages 2-5. Shira Averbuch will lead children and their parents and caregivers in music, stories, and movement.
Find out more »The Ma Nishtana with Mike
Join Michael Witman, Director of Family Life and Learning, to practice and explore the Ma Nishtana (the Four Questions) as you prepare for your seder. Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/487512053
Find out more »Seder Rhythms
Join master drummer Rich Stein for an exploration of beats, rhythms, and groove as a vehicle for deep communication. Open to all ages; no prior experience or equipment necessary (drums, pots, pans, steel bowls are all welcome).
Find out more »Evening Minyan
Our evening minyan is an opportunity to come together in prayer and to support the mourners among us.
Find out more »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! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/396545748 Meeting ID: 396 545 748
Find out more »Wind Down
At the end of a long day, take some time for song, stories, connection, and conclude the day with a touch of Torah. Led by Rabbi Adina Lewittes and Music Director Dan Nadel. Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/570845382 Meeting ID: 570 845 382 Join via Phone: +13126266799
Find out more »Morning Minyan
Morning minyan meets Monday-Thursday at 7:30AM; Sundays and national holidays at 9:30AM. Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Find out more »Taanit Bekhorot Siyyum and Se’udat Mitzvah
All are welcome to join Hazzan Ari Priven as she leads us in the completion of a volume of rabbinic literature. All firstborns are then permitted to eat and break the Fast of the Firstborn. Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/711012357 Meeting ID: 711 012 357
Find out more »Preschool Fitness Class
This class focuses on the development of gross motor skills, flexibility, and balance. Children will engage in multiple mobility exercises in each class, including yoga, dance, and more. This series, led by Swan Kids, is for children ages 2-5. Zoom ID: 646-986-0404
Find out more »Evening Minyan
Our evening minyan is an opportunity to come together in prayer and to support the mourners among us.
Find out more »Introduction to Judaism
In light of the evolving situation with the coronavirus and out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to transition this event to remote access only. Details on how to participate will be provided to those registered. Click here for our latest coronavirus update. Event Details: This course offers an overview of the core beliefs, practices, and history of Judaism and the Jewish people. We hope to deepen the understanding of those just beginning to explore Jewish life,…
Find out more »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! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/396545748 Meeting ID: 396 545 748
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Pesah Children’s Services
Join BJ children's service leader and musician Michelle Geisler for a kid-friendly Pesah service filled with prayers, songs, and a special story.
Find out more »Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Dip into the world of daf yomi (daily talmud study) with this weekly look at highlights from the past weeks’ pages. All are welcome—you do not need to be studying the daily Talmud page to participate, nor do you need any prior experience studying Talmud. Join Us Via Zoom Meeting ID: 968 380 343
Find out more »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! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/396545748 Meeting ID: 396 545 748
Find out more »Pesah Children’s Services
Join BJ children's service leader and musician Michelle Geisler for a kid-friendly Pesah service filled with prayers, songs, and a special story.
Find out more »Minha
Join Rabbi Roly Matalon on Zoom for the afternoon prayer service before we prepare to enter Shabbat. As Ma'ariv will be taking place via livestream without a minyan, this service will include an opportunity to recite the Mourner's Kaddish. Join Zoom Meeting
Find out more »Hakhanah leShabbat
Join Rabbi Roly Matalon to prepare the soul and open the heart for Shabbat through the singing of piyutim and reflections on kavannah.
Find out more »Kabbalat Shabbat
Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, Shabbat services at BJ are like no other.
Find out more »Shabbat Morning Services
Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, Shabbat services at BJ are like no other. Join us on Shabbat mornings 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, calling us to renew our commitment to building a world of justice, dignity, and peace. Please join us for kiddush lunch following Shabbat Morning Services.
Find out more »Shabbat Morning Family Services: Ages 2–7
This Shabbat morning experience for children and their families, incorporates spirited prayer and singing, and fun learning activities. Each session includes special learning component for both children and parents. Join us on Facebook Live
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Morning Minyan
Morning minyan meets Monday-Thursday at 7:30AM; Sundays and national holidays at 9:30AM. Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Find out more »Music and Movement
Join music educator Michael Harlow, and a Yoga instructor, to get your Sunday morning started on the right foot! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/199133290
Find out more »BJ Teens 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. Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/133017445
Find out more »Evening Minyan
Our evening minyan is an opportunity to come together in prayer and to support the mourners among us.
Find out more »Morning Minyan
Morning minyan meets Monday-Thursday at 7:30AM; Sundays and national holidays at 9:30AM. Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Find out more »Healing Families and Building Strong Communities
Get to know the Alliance of Families for Justice in this engaging presentation with its founder and executive director, Soffiyah Elijah. Engage in the fundamental questions of freedom that Pesah asks of us in this lunch and learn.
Find out more »BJ: Inside the Music
Step inside the music (and homes) of our musicians! At each session, they'll welcome you into their homes and share what drew them to music and their specific instruments and styles. There'll be fun music and opportunities to ask questions.
Find out more »Evening Minyan
Our evening minyan is an opportunity to come together in prayer and to support the mourners among us.
Find out more »Connections Cocktail Hour
Join us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome. Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/760671853 Meeting ID: 760671853# Join via Phone: 646-558-8656
Find out more »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! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/396545748 Meeting ID: 396 545 748
Find out more »Morning Minyan
Morning minyan meets Monday-Thursday at 7:30AM; Sundays and national holidays at 9:30AM. Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Find out more »Hilkhot Tefilah: The Laws of Prayer
Join BJ’s Morning Minyan each Tuesday when, after services, we’ll gather for a 15 minute “Iyun Tefilah”—an investigation into the laws of prayer.
Find out more »K-2nd Grade Fitness Class
This class focuses on the development of gross motor skills, flexibility, and balance. Children will engage in multiple mobility exercises in each class, including yoga, dance, and more. Led by Swan Kids, this series is for children in K-2nd grade. Zoom ID: 646-986-0404
Find out more »Evening Minyan
Our evening minyan is an opportunity to come together in prayer and to support the mourners among us.
Find out more »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! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/396545748 Meeting ID: 396 545 748
Find out more »Wind Down
At the end of a long day, take some time for song, stories, connection, and conclude the day with a touch of Torah. Led by Rabbi Adina Lewittes and Music Director Dan Nadel. Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/570845382 Meeting ID: 570 845 382 Join via Phone: +13126266799
Find out more »Pesah Children’s Services
Join BJ children's service leader and musician Michelle Geisler for a kid-friendly Pesah service filled with prayers, songs, and a special story.
Find out more »Preschool Fitness Class
This class focuses on the development of gross motor skills, flexibility, and balance. Children will engage in multiple mobility exercises in each class, including yoga, dance, and more. This series, led by Swan Kids, is for children ages 2-5. Zoom ID: 646-986-0404
Find out more »Introduction to Judaism
In light of the evolving situation with the coronavirus and out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to transition this event to remote access only. Details on how to participate will be provided to those registered. Click here for our latest coronavirus update. Event Details: This course offers an overview of the core beliefs, practices, and history of Judaism and the Jewish people. We hope to deepen the understanding of those just beginning to explore Jewish life,…
Find out more »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! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/396545748 Meeting ID: 396 545 748
Find out more »Pesah Children’s Services
Join BJ children's service leader and musician Michelle Geisler for a kid-friendly Pesah service filled with prayers, songs, and a special story.
Find out more »Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Dip into the world of daf yomi (daily talmud study) with this weekly look at highlights from the past weeks’ pages. All are welcome—you do not need to be studying the daily Talmud page to participate, nor do you need any prior experience studying Talmud. Join Us Via Zoom Meeting ID: 968 380 343
Find out more »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! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/396545748 Meeting ID: 396 545 748
Find out more »Morning Minyan
Morning minyan meets Monday-Thursday at 7:30AM; Sundays and national holidays at 9:30AM. Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Find out more »Bim Bam Online
The singing must go on! Please join us virtually for a live Bim Bam experience with our amazing and talented artist-in-residence, Shira Averbach! Stream live.
Find out more »Minha
Join Rabbi Roly Matalon on Zoom for the afternoon prayer service before we prepare to enter Shabbat. As Ma'ariv will be taking place via livestream without a minyan, this service will include an opportunity to recite the Mourner's Kaddish. Join Zoom Meeting
Find out more »Hakhanah leShabbat
Join Rabbi Roly Matalon to prepare the soul and open the heart for Shabbat through the singing of piyutim and reflections on kavannah.
Find out more »Pre-Shabbat Family Jam
Join us for a Pre-Shabbat Family sing-along. Our own Michael Harlow, Jeremey Sipe, and Rabbi Erin Glazer will lead us in some of our favorite Shabbat tunes.
Find out more »Kabbalat Shabbat
Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, Shabbat services at BJ are like no other.
Find out more »Shabbat Morning Services
Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, Shabbat services at BJ are like no other. Join us on Shabbat mornings 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, calling us to renew our commitment to building a world of justice, dignity, and peace. Please join us for kiddush lunch following Shabbat Morning Services.
Find out more »Shabbat Morning Family Services: Ages 2–7
This Shabbat morning experience for children and their families, incorporates spirited prayer and singing, and fun learning activities. Each session includes special learning component for both children and parents. Join us on Facebook Live
Find out more »Morning Minyan
Morning minyan meets Monday-Thursday at 7:30AM; Sundays and national holidays at 9:30AM. Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Find out more »Music and Movement
Join music educator Michael Harlow, and a Yoga instructor, to get your Sunday morning started on the right foot! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/199133290
Find out more »BJ Teens 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. Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/133017445
Find out more »Evening Minyan
Our evening minyan is an opportunity to come together in prayer and to support the mourners among us.
Find out more »Morning Minyan
Morning minyan meets Monday-Thursday at 7:30AM; Sundays and national holidays at 9:30AM. Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Find out more »BJ: Inside the Music
Step inside the music (and homes) of our musicians! At each session, they'll welcome you into their homes and share what drew them to music and their specific instruments and styles. There'll be fun music and opportunities to ask questions.
Find out more »Evening Minyan
Our evening minyan is an opportunity to come together in prayer and to support the mourners among us.
Find out more »Connections Cocktail Hour
Join us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome. Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/760671853 Meeting ID: 760671853# Join via Phone: 646-558-8656
Find out more »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! Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/396545748 Meeting ID: 396 545 748
Find out more »Morning Minyan
Morning minyan meets Monday-Thursday at 7:30AM; Sundays and national holidays at 9:30AM. Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones.
Find out more »Hilkhot Tefilah: The Laws of Prayer
Join BJ’s Morning Minyan each Tuesday when, after services, we’ll gather for a 15 minute “Iyun Tefilah”—an investigation into the laws of prayer.
Find out more »K-2nd Grade Fitness Class
This class focuses on the development of gross motor skills, flexibility, and balance. Children will engage in multiple mobility exercises in each class, including yoga, dance, and more. Led by Swan Kids, this series is for children in K-2nd grade. Zoom ID: 646-986-0404
Find out more »Shirah with Shira Online
Join us for a live, online Hebrew immersion class geared toward children ages 2-5. Shira Averbuch will lead children and their parents and caregivers in music, stories, and movement.
Find out more »Evening Minyan
Our evening minyan is an opportunity to come together in prayer and to support the mourners among us.
Find out more »Israeli Authors
Join us for a discussion on the graphic novel Exit Wounds by Rutu Modan. This event is open to members only. Register by Tuesday, April 21, at 5:00PM. Zoom link will be provided following registration.
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