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    We said Sheva Brakhot for Marriage Equality, adapted for this occasion, we broke a glass to remind us that not all is won in the struggle for equal rights, we sang Sheheheyanu, and we danced!

Shabbat Services

Friday, May 18
88th St. Sanctuary
 Kabbalat Shabbat
7:00PM

 

Saturday, May 19
86th St. SPSA
Shabbat Services
9:30AM, Sanctuary
Junior Congregation
10:30AM, Social Hall
Children’s Services
10:45AM, Chapel

Upcoming Holidays

Yom Ha'zikaron and Yom Ha'atzmaut

April 25 and April 26

We affirm the central Jewish value of love of Israel. BJ offices are closed. Celebrations, films, a dinner, and prominent speakers are happening.

 

Shavuot

May 26-28

On Shavuot we come together to celebrate the gift of Torah.  Evening services at 88th Street begin at 6:00PM.  See Details.

Morning Minyan

Week of April 29 - May 5

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Sunday, April 29 | 9:30AM

Leader: Paul Freireich

Monday, April 30 | 7:30AM

Leader: Irv Rosenthal

AHAREI MOT – KEDOSHIM –  ??????? ???? – ????????

1  (1) Leviticus 19:01 – 19:04    Gabrielle Levine Policano

2  (2) Leviticus 19:05 – 19:10    Gabrielle Levine Policano

3  (3) Leviticus 19:11 – 19:14    Gabrielle Levine Policano

Gabrielle Levine Policano (daughter of Shari Levine and Christopher Policano) who will celebrate becoming a bat mitzvah on Shabbat will come to the morning minyan.  There will be a breakfast following services in her honor.

Tuesday, May 1 | 7:30AM

Leader: Erik Anjou

Wednesday, May 2 | 7:30AM

Leader: Bob Gruenspecht

Thursday, May 3 | 7:30AM

Leader: BJ cantorial intern – Shoshi Rosenbaum and BJ Rabbinic fellow Jonah Geffen

AHAREI MOT – KEDOSHIM -  ??????? ???? – ????????

1  (1) Leviticus 19:01 – 19:04    Gabrielle Levine Policano

2  (2) Leviticus 19:05 – 19:10    Gabrielle Levine Policano

3  (3) Leviticus 19:11 – 19:14    Gabrielle Levine Policano

Gabrielle Levine Policano (daughter of Shari Levine and Christopher Policano) who will celebrate becoming a bat mitzvah on Shabbat will come to the morning minyan.

Friday, May 4 | 7:30AM

Leader: Mark Lehrman
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Parashah Shemini

April 21, 2012 — Rabbi Marcelo R. Bronstein
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Parashah Tzav

March 31, 2012 — Rabbi J. Rolando Matalon
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Parashah Vayikra

March 24, 2012 — Rabbi Felicia L. Sol
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Parashah Vavayak-hel - Pekudei

March 17, 2012 — Rabbi Marcelo R. Bronstein
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Parashah Tetzaveh

March 3, 2012 — Rabbi J. Rolando Matalon
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More Ushers Needed

Are you outgoing, friendly and warm? We need you to join our Ushering committee to greet people at Friday evening and Shabbat morning services. How much time you give is up to you. As you know, ushering creates an important first impression for BJ. It is all about making people feel welcome at services and helping to seat our visitors. If you are interested, and we hope you are, please email Elaine Nevins or Shelly Ostro for details.

Capturing Our Stories Oral History Project

Ongoing | Flexible dates and times
All of our lives are full of important moments and events, creating a mosaic of fascinating stories.  A team of BJ members is interested in capturing your story. Everyone has an interesting narrative and the Capturing Our Stories team is recording these vignettes on video.  If you would like to be interviewed or to join our team of interviewers, please be in touch with Belinda Lasky.

Save the Date: BJ Community Retreat with Rabbi Roly Matalon and BJ Rabbinic Fellow Jonah Geffen

Friday, June 8-Sunday, June 10 ?| Block and Hexter Vacation Center | Poyntelle, PA
More details to follow shortly.  Contact Amanda for more information.

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!

Register for Bim Bam

Friday Mornings, January 20-May 18 | 9:30-10:15AM and 10:45-11:30AM | 88th Street Frankel Hall
Bim Bam is a pre-Shabbat class for children ages 3 and under to sing Hebrew and Shabbat related songs and enjoy Jewish learning activities. Every class ends with lighting Shabbat candles, kiddush and hamotzi. Register now for the 9:30 class (geared for ages 18 months-3 years) or the 10:45 class (geared for 18 months and under), and know that space is limited. Cost is 0/members and 0/non-members per family. Contact Kristen Kersey with any questions.  Note: class will not meet April 6 and 13.