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Aleph Isn’t Tough with Yuval Ifrah, Congregational Shlicha
Sunday, Oct 27th 9:00a to 10:00aThis is a beginner’s course to help you learn to read Hebrew, with a focus on the Hebrew of the siddur, or prayer book. The course will also explore aspects of Israeli history and culture.
Preparing for the Inevitable: The Nuts and Bolts of Jewish Funerals with Glenn Easton, Executive Director of Garden of Remembrance
Monday, Oct 28th 6:30p to 8:15pAlthough such conversations are often difficult to have, they can be incredibly helpful for our loved ones who will shoulder the responsibility of fulfilling our wishes. Learn more about the process of Jewish funerals and how to prepare.
Talmud on Tuesdays with Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz
Tuesday, Oct 29th 12:30p to 1:30pJoin us as we continue our study of Berakhot, which includes a comprehensive discussion of the Shema and Amidah, the essential components of the prayer service.
Introduction to Judaism: For anyone Jewish, Jew-ish or Jew-curious!
Wednesday, Oct 30th 7:30p to 9:00pWhether you want to learn more about your culture, are considering converting, or are eager to incorporate more Judaism into your life, the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is for you.
Aleph Isn’t Tough with Yuval Ifrah, Congregational Shlicha
Sunday, Nov 3rd 9:00a to 10:00aThis is a beginner’s course to help you learn to read Hebrew, with a focus on the Hebrew of the siddur, or prayer book. The course will also explore aspects of Israeli history and culture.
The Torah & Beyond: Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Jonathan Schnitzer
Monday, Nov 4th 12:30p to 1:30pWe will continue our study of excerpts from the Book of Samuel. Our focus will be on three pivotal characters: Saul—first king of ancient Israel, Jonathan, his son—caught in tragic crossfires beyond his control and David—the boy-shepherd of many talents, who changes the trajectory of Israelite history.
Talmud on Tuesdays with Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz
Tuesday, Nov 5th 12:30p to 1:30pJoin us as we continue our study of Berakhot, which includes a comprehensive discussion of the Shema and Amidah, the essential components of the prayer service.
Mifgash: Virtual Women’s Group with Rabbi Cheryl Stone
Wednesday, Nov 6th 12:00p to 1:00pA welcoming, inclusive environment for Jewish women to connect, share, and support one another. (Like a book club but without the homework!)
Introduction to Judaism: For anyone Jewish, Jew-ish or Jew-curious!
Wednesday, Nov 6th 7:30p to 9:00pWhether you want to learn more about your culture, are considering converting, or are eager to incorporate more Judaism into your life, the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is for you.
Vessels Of Healing: Jewish Music for Our Fractured World with Robert Cohen
Tuesday, Nov 12th 7:30p to 9:00pOur music connects us: to Jewish time, to Jewish space and place, to each other, and to others!
Introduction to Judaism: For anyone Jewish, Jew-ish or Jew-curious!
Wednesday, Nov 13th 7:30p to 9:00pWhether you want to learn more about your culture, are considering converting, or are eager to incorporate more Judaism into your life, the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is for you.
Kehillah and Conversation with Rabbi Cheryl Stone
Sunday, Nov 17th 9:05a to 9:45aAn opportunity for parents to meet with Rabbi Cheryl Stone to discuss parenting joy and frustration, concerns and aspirations all within a Jewish context. Open to all parents regardless of their child(ren)’s school enrollment.
Talmud on Tuesdays with Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz
Tuesday, Nov 19th 12:30p to 1:30pJoin us as we continue our study of Berakhot, which includes a comprehensive discussion of the Shema and Amidah, the essential components of the prayer service.
Vessels Of Healing: Jewish Music for Our Fractured World with Robert Cohen
Tuesday, Nov 19th 7:30p to 9:00pOur music connects us: to Jewish time, to Jewish space and place, to each other, and to others!
Introduction to Judaism: For anyone Jewish, Jew-ish or Jew-curious!
Wednesday, Nov 20th 7:30p to 9:00pWhether you want to learn more about your culture, are considering converting, or are eager to incorporate more Judaism into your life, the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is for you.
Aleph Isn’t Tough with Yuval Ifrah, Congregational Shlicha
Sunday, Nov 24th 9:00a to 10:00aThis is a beginner’s course to help you learn to read Hebrew, with a focus on the Hebrew of the siddur, or prayer book. The course will also explore aspects of Israeli history and culture.
La Nona Kanta: The Remarkable Life of Flory Jagoda with Trio Sefardi
Sunday, Nov 24th 7:30p to 9:00pA celebration of National Heritage Award-winning Sephardic singer and composer, Flory Jagoda, in her own words, with live music by Trio Sefardi (Susan Gaeta, Tina Chancey, and Howard Bass).
Talmud on Tuesdays with Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz
Tuesday, Nov 26th 12:30p to 1:30pJoin us as we continue our study of Berakhot, which includes a comprehensive discussion of the Shema and Amidah, the essential components of the prayer service.
Vessels Of Healing: Jewish Music for Our Fractured World with Robert Cohen
Tuesday, Nov 26th 7:30p to 9:00pOur music connects us: to Jewish time, to Jewish space and place, to each other, and to others!
The Torah & Beyond: Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Jonathan Schnitzer
Monday, Dec 2nd 12:30p to 1:30pWe will continue our study of excerpts from the Book of Samuel. Our focus will be on three pivotal characters: Saul—first king of ancient Israel, Jonathan, his son—caught in tragic crossfires beyond his control and David—the boy-shepherd of many talents, who changes the trajectory of Israelite history.
La Nona Kanta: The Remarkable Life of Flory Jagoda with Trio Sefardi
Sunday, Nov 24th 7:30p to 9:00pA celebration of National Heritage Award-winning Sephardic singer and composer, Flory Jagoda, in her own words, with live music by Trio Sefardi (Susan Gaeta, Tina Chancey, and Howard Bass).
In the Shadow of the Shtetl: Yiddish Memories of Small-Town Jewish Life in Ukraine with Jeffrey Veidlinger
Sunday, Dec 8th 7:30p to 9:00pThe Archives of Historical and Ethnographic Yiddish Memories project conducted some 400 Yiddish-language interviews with elderly Jews in Ukraine. Drawing from these memories, Professor Jeffrey Veidlinger describes Jewish life in the Soviet shtetl, survival during the Holocaust, and experiences living as Jews under Communism.
Film Screening of “The Levys of Monticello”
Sunday, Jan 12th 7:00p to 9:00pThe Levys of Monticello tells the astonishing, and little-known, story of a Jewish family that came to own Monticello from the 1830s until the 1920s. The Levys of Monticello also tells a broader story about anti-Semitism that runs throughout the course of American history, right up to the present day.
Scholar-in-Residence Weekend with Rabbi Ethan Tucker (Friday)
Friday, Dec 13th 6:15p to 9:00pThrough a series of compelling presentations, Rabbi Tucker explores the enduring and evolving meaning of two prophecies from Isaiah: “The Torah shall come forth from Zion” (2:3), and “My house shall be called a house of prayer for all people”(56:7).
Scholar-in-Residence Weekend with Rabbi Ethan Tucker (Saturday)
Shabbat, Dec 14th 9:00a to 1:30pThrough a series of compelling presentations, Rabbi Tucker explores the enduring and evolving meaning of two prophecies from Isaiah: “The Torah shall come forth from Zion” (2:3), and “My house shall be called a house of prayer for all people”(56:7).
Scholar-in-Residence Weekend with Rabbi Ethan Tucker (Saturday Evening)
Motzei Shabbat, Dec 14th 5:30p to 7:00pThrough a series of compelling presentations, Rabbi Tucker explores the enduring and evolving meaning of two prophecies from Isaiah: “The Torah shall come forth from Zion” (2:3), and “My house shall be called a house of prayer for all people”(56:7).
Fri, October 25 2024
23 Tishrei 5785
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Purple Shabbat (Shabbat Hol HaMoed Sukkot 5785) by Rabbi Michael Safra
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Celebrate Simhat Torah with Us
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Adult Civil Rights Trip February 10–12
Led by Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz
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Adult March of the Living Trip April 22–May 1, 2025
Join us on the journey from darkness to light. Learn more. Virtual info session on 10/21 at 7:45 PM. Register today.
NEW Hebrew High Launches for Grades 9–12
Our program is designed with the interests and schedules of teens in mind. Check it out.
Schilit Nursery School AND Lessans Talmud Torah registration for 2024–2025 is open!
Very limited spaces remain for our 2024–25 Schilit Nursery School — we can't wait to meet you! Registration is also open for our Lessans Talmud Torah (Grades K–8).
B'nai Israel First Synagogue in North America to Install RightHear, supporting those who are blind or low vision.
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NEW Resource: Fighting Antisemitism
Raise Awareness, Educate, and Act to stop antisemitism. Learn more.
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Explore Our Exciting Adult Education Offerings
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shabbat services
Friday | 6:15 PM (7:00 PM during Summer) Access via Zoom (password 6301)
Saturday | 9:00 AM & 12:30 PM (Minha) Access via Livestream
weekday services
Sunday | 9:00 AM & 8:00 PM
Monday–Thursday | 7:15 AM & 8:00 PM
Friday | 7:15 AM
*Service times vary on holidays.
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