B'nai Israel Congregation

A new year and a new tractate of Talmud! Join us to study Tractate Berakhot which includes a comprehensive discussion of the Shema and Amidah, the essential components of the prayer service. Newcomers are more than welcome to join us. No prior knowledge is necessary.

$36 for members; $50 for nonmembers This class will be offered in-person and via Zoom. The Hebrew Bible says very little about what comes after death for mere mortals, but the rabbinic tradition offers multiple conceptions of the afterlife. Although it may come as a surprise, notions such as reincarnation and resurrection of the dead are included in the Jewish understanding of the afterlife. Explore these topics and more as we unearth the stories of Judaism’s afterlives.

Practice your Hebrew reading of prayer and text with our Shlicha Netta Asner-Minster. This is designed for those who want to strengthen their Hebrew reading and familiarity with prayers. Recommended to bring and use the Sim Shalom prayerbook for Shabbat and Festivals. Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/404382516

Join us for a relaxing evening of kosher wine tasting with Brett Drucker, sommelier & founder of Own Your Palate. This experience will deepen your wine tasting skills as we taste through delicious wine, and learn about new and interesting treasures from the global kosher wine scene. Brett will also discuss the art and science behind pairing food with wine. We look forward to raising our glasses together for a community l’chayim! $25/person including wine tasting and cheesecake Please register below.

Welcome Shabbat with joyful instrumental music and song! With special guests the Machaya Klezmer Band.

Celebrate each month’s birthdays at the end of Youth & Family services with songs and treats!

Join us for Shabbat services followed by our famous kiddush prepared by the Men’s Club food committee.

Join us on selected Saturday mornings for discussions about the weekly Torah parsha. Interested in leading a session? Contact Wendy Fanaroff (wfanaroff@gmail.com).

Now offered almost every week, Family Minyan includes spirited prayer, an engaging Torah reading, and lively conversation about the weekly Torah portion. This service is organized by our shlicha, Netta Asner-Minster, who leads it alongside Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz, and Moshe Ben-Lev, Educational Director.

Honor the achievements of this year’s 10th Grade Confirmation class by joining us for a celebratory dinner. Students will also share their final presentations with the congregation.