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Men's club
Jews and Brews
Thursday, Nov 21st 7:30p to 9:00pJoin fellow Men’s Club members for drinks and discussions with Rabbi Michael Safra. Registration is required.
JTS Ambassador Celebration with Rabbinical Student Micah Cowan Hosted by Sisterhood and Men's Club
Sunday, Nov 24th 10:00a to 11:30aRegistration is required.
Shelter Thanksgiving Dinner Delivery
Thursday, Nov 28th 5:30p to 6:00pB’nai Israel will be providing Thanksgiving dinner for the 35 residents of the Interfaith Works Women’s Shelter. We need your help in supplying various parts of the meal.
Working as a Jew in the Media with Steve Dresner
Thursday, Dec 5th 7:30p to 8:30pSteve Dresner is currently Sports and Traffic anchor at WTOP as a 20+ year broadcasting industry professional. He is a top-rated field producer with assignments at NFL Network, White House events, The Weather Channel, NatGeo Modern Marvels, and major sports and breaking news coverage.
Bagels & Banter: Homes Not Borders
Sunday, Dec 8th 10:00a to 12:00pHomes Not Borders is to provide refugees and other forced migrants in the D.C. area with what they need to thrive and feel at home in the United States. Homes Not Borders provides furnishings and household items and other special touches that help make a house a home. They offer a way for those that have an artisan skill (or are willing to learn!) to earn supplemental income. Their storytelling program gives newcomers a voice and platform to tell their personal stories. Registration is required.
ShabbatNukkah
Friday, Dec 27th 6:15p to 8:00pCelebrate Shabbat Hanukkah with a delicious meal. Don’t forget to light Hanukkah and Shabbat candles at home before you come because Shabbat starts so early! Co-hosted by Sisterhood.
Estate Planning with Lawrence Wachtel
Thursday, Jan 9th 7:30p to 8:30pEstate planning for all. It’s never too soon, or too late, to plan. Co-hosted by Sisterhood.
Comedy Night
Motzei Shabbat, Jan 11th 8:00p to 9:30pLaugh the night away with a special B’nai Israel Comedy Night! Grab some friends and join for a fun night of revelry at the synagogue. We look forward to seeing you!
Jews and Brews
Thursday, Jan 23rd 7:30p to 9:00pJoin fellow Men’s Club members for drinks and discussions with a member of B’nai Israel clergy.
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Thu, November 21 2024
20 Cheshvan 5785
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Clarity of Vision: The Legacy of Abraham (November 16, Parashat Vayiera) by Rabbi Cheryl Stone
announcements
Happy Thanksgiving from B’nai Israel
Morning Minyan on Thanksgiving Day will be at 9:00 AM. On Friday, November 29, Minyan is at our regular 7:15 AM time.
Thanks for voting us Best of Jewish Washington! Named 2024 Best Preschool, Children & Teen Programming, Alternative Shabbat Service, and Judaica Shop! Learn more.
Adult Civil Rights Trip February 10–12
Led by Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz Learn more here.
Adult March of the Living Trip April 22–May 1, 2025
Join us on the journey from darkness to light. Learn more.
NEW Hebrew High Launches for Grades 9–12
Our program is designed with the interests and schedules of teens in mind. Check it out.
Schilit Nursery School AND Lessans Talmud Torah registration for 2024–2025 is open!
Very limited spaces remain for our 2024–25 Schilit Nursery School — we can't wait to meet you! Registration is also open for our Lessans Talmud Torah (Grades K–8).
B'nai Israel First Synagogue in North America to Install RightHear, supporting those who are blind or low vision.
Read our press release here.
NEW Resource: Fighting Antisemitism
Raise Awareness, Educate, and Act to stop antisemitism. Learn more.
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Explore Our Exciting Adult Education Offerings
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shabbat services
Friday | 6:15 PM (7:00 PM during Summer) Access via Zoom (password 6301)
Saturday | 9:00 AM & 12:30 PM (Minha) Access via Livestream
weekday services
Sunday | 9:00 AM & 8:00 PM
Monday–Thursday | 7:15 AM & 8:00 PM
Friday | 7:15 AM
*Service times vary on holidays.
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