B'nai Israel Congregation

The Monday morning Havdalah is a regular feature of our Schilit Nursery School. We will keep this weekly program going online for as long as our building remains closed. This program will continue every week for as long as our building is closed.

Ruth Messinger, JTS Finkelstein Institute Social Justice Fellow, looks at our Jewish history as immigrants and considers the status and treatment of immigrants today in the U.S. and elsewhere. She'll discuss options for making change and consider what the Jewish position should be on these issues.

Somehow the Torah always manages to speak to us in the present. Its lessons are timeless, and that is what makes it a sacred, living text. Explore the weekly Torah portion through the lens of Rashi, the essential biblical commentary. No prior experience required. All texts will be provided in both English and Hebrew.

Join our shlicha Netta Asner-Minster to hear about the top 5 events that happenend in Jewish history during this week—from the bible until recently.

Put your knowledge to the test with this new and exciting Kahoot!

Elijah is a central figure in the Book of Kings, but the mythology and legends surrounding his life extend way beyond those of any other biblical prophet. We will start with the biblical texts describing Elijah’s life’s work, and then explore the developing sources that bring him to our Passover seder, brit milah ceremonies, and even Camden Yards. Presented by the Haberman Institute for Jewish Studies.

Kick, score, and run your way to the top of the leader board with this kahoot!

Join our Shlicha, Netta Asner-Minster, for weekly discussions throughout the month of June about Israel's special book month and Israeli literature. Cosponsored by the Zalis-Blumberg Family Library.

Make a cool lava lamp and show off your expert science skills! Materials needed: empty water bottle, water, vegetable oil (you can use baby oil or mineral oil instead), fizzing tablet (like alka seltzer), and food coloring.

If you want to get away, join Chet Stein on a voyage to Antarctica. Please join the Men's Club and Sisterhood for this special session where Chet will present his images and discuss his recent National Geographic voyage to Antarctica.

This program is especially great for families with pre-school-aged children, whether or not they are enrolled in Schilit Nursery School. This program will continue every week for as long as our building is closed.