B'nai Israel Congregation

Bagels & Banter: Women's Rights in Israel in the 21st Century Our shlicha, Uriel Lin, will discuss topics such as maternal health, violence against women, abortion, and workforce issues. Bring your questions! This event is the second of four in the series, Israel: Challengers and Breakthroughs Series.

Although the b’nai mitzvah process involves a great deal of effort on the part of b’nai mitzvah students themselves, parents are a crucial part of the experience, too. Whether you are going through the process for the first time, or you feel like you have it all under control, the B’nai Mitzvah Parents’ Field Guide is designed to engage all parents of 5th-7th graders in conversations and learning sessions with one another, facilitated by our clergy. Please register for the series at ___________. October 22 – The Outline of the Prayer Service with Rabbi Michael Safra October 29 – The Meaning of B’nai Mitzvah with Rabbi Cheryl Stone November 5 – D’var Torah Workshop with Rabbi Michael Safra November 12 – B’nai Mitzvah and the Next New Beginning with Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz

1st Grade Family will come together to learn about the Shema and how to create a cozy bedtime ritual with their children. Wear your pajamas if you'd like!

Enjoy making and eating some delicious pizza!

Skating is even better when we’re all together! Join up for an afternoon on the rink.

Historian Ralph Nurnberger highlights the trial when Captain Alfred Dreyfus was convicted of treason and the subsequent trials over the course of the next dozen years. Nurnberger will discuss how this event had far reaching ramifications, including the most recent presidential election in France, and how this set the stage for the expansion of antisemitism in Europe and the difficulties faced by minorities seeking justice today.

Promised (1 hr., 33 min.; English) In 1953, two young Italian children are promised in marriage by their fathers. Twenty-one years later, despite changing times, fading traditions and liberation, the pair are expected to marry, or face the consequences.

JOIN US TO MARCH FOR ISRAEL Gates open at 10:00 AM National Mall, Washington DC Join The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and tens of thousands from across the country as we MARCH for Israel MARCH to Free Hostages MARCH Against Antisemitism More details for a B’nai Israel contingency and central meeting point to come.

Noar B'Yachad program for Lessans Talmud Torah teens in grades 7 and up.

Classes are in-person only at Temple Beth Ami $150 (Registration fee includes a hard copy of the textbook and a class Shabbat dinner at Temple Beth Ami) Back by popular demand! This is an excellent course for those interested in converting to Judaism, non-Jewish family members wanting to learn more to support their Jewish loved ones, and Jewish adults interested in learning (or relearning!) the basics. A multi-denominational journey into the heart of Judaism taught by Metro DC-area rabbis representing a variety of Jewish affiliations. No matter your background, this course is here to guide you on your Jewish journey. Whether you’re soul-searching or seeking your community, the program will walk you through Judaism’s big ideas and the nuts and bolts of daily Jewish living. Presented by The Haberman Institute for Jewish Studies.

Join us for an in-person discussion with Larry Ritter of IT&W Tours about the Congregational Tour to Buenos Aires, Argentina with Rabbi Michael and Sharon Safra.

Join Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz in conversation with Benjamin Rogers, a member of B’nai Israel and Director of Middle East and North Africa Initiatives at American Jewish Committee (AJC). They, along with our congregational shlicha, Uriel Lin, will offer updates on the war and open up a space for questions and reflections.

Join us for a men’s only program with nosh, drinks, and a topical discussion led by a member of our congregation.

6:15 PM Kabbalat Shabbat Services 7:00 PM Shabbat Dinner Hang with your friends and make lasting connections at the first of our Shabbat dinners for the year. Middle schoolers will have many opportunities to attend meaningful Shabbat dinners.

Celebrate Shabbat with a community of song! Join us for a potluck Shabbat dinner followed by soulful singing led by Cantor Sarah Bolts. All attendees are expected to contribute a vegetarian (parve or dairy) dish for the potluck dinner.