Getting Started
1. Dates are assigned by calendar year three years in advance. At that time, families receive a form that they must fill out and return to Allison Karasik, Assistant to Cantors. Dates are assigned by our committee.
2. Contact Patricia Simitakos, Events Manager (301-881-6550) to reserve a room for the party at B’nai Israel. For parties at B’nai Israel, families may choose from one of our approved Kosher caterers.
3. Contact vendors who may be a part of your party.
4. Attend Shabbat morning services and Junior Congregation on a regular basis.
5. Expect a call from one of our cantors about 12 months before the B'nai Mitzvah, to begin private lessons.
6. Meet with one of our rabbis 6-8 weeks in advance. They will reach out to you to schedule the appointment.
7. Submit your Scroll Information, Honors/Kibudim, and Kiddush Sponsorship forms to the administrative office.
8. Ask any questions along the way … and remember to enjoy the big moment!
Thu, March 5 2026
16 Adar 5786
B'NAI MITZVAH JUDAICA
B’nai Israel Sisterhood Judaica Shop is a treasure trove of all things Judaica. We carry a large variety of b'nai mitzvah items such as: tallitot , kippot, women’s head coverings, tefillin, mezzuzot, prayerbooks, jewelry, picture frames, candlesticks, kiddush cups, jewelry boxes, tzedakah boxes, and more.
Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Tuesday, 5:00–7:00 PM (when Talmud Torah is open)
Sunday, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
We are closed on federal and Jewish holidays.
For questions or an appointment, call the shop (301-770-7577) or send an email (bnaijudaica@gmail.com).
weekday services
Sunday | 9:00 AM & 8:00 PM
Monday–Thursday | 7:15 AM & 8:00 PM
Friday | 7:15 PM
*Service times vary on holidays.
shabbat services
Friday | 6:15 PM
Saturday | 9:00 AM & 12:30 PM (Minha)
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We are accessible
B’nai Israel is proud to be accessible to all.
Large print siddurim, assistive listening devices and page magnifiers are readily available. Our entire building and grounds are wheelchair accessible. We can provide sign language interpreters upon request and subject to availability.
