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Events & Programs
Talmud Torah
Sip & Twist Challah Bake
Thursday, Apr 3rd 7:30p to 9:00pJoin us for an evening of challah baking, schmoozing, and sipping with friends and community!
Birthday Shabbat Celebrating April Birthdays
Shabbat, Apr 5th (All day)Celebrate each month’s birthdays at the end of Youth & Family services with songs and treats!
Gold Kippah Honor Society & Shabbuddies
Shabbat, Apr 5th 9:45a to 10:15aB’nai Israel’s Gold Kippah Honor Society recognizes students for their proficiency in various prayers. New this year: Pre-b’nai mitzvah students will be “buddied” up with a post-b’nai mitzvah student. Older students will mentor younger students to build stronger tefillah skills while fostering friendships across grades, role modeling, and building an integrated community. Click here for more Gold Kippah information including the Gold Kippah Siddur and audio files.
Family Minyan
Shabbat, Apr 5th 10:15a to 11:30aFamily Minyan includes spirited prayer, an engaging Torah reading, and lively conversation about the weekly Torah portion. There is no better way to prepare your child for their bar or bat mitzvah and build community connections than regular Shabbat attendance. This service is led by clergy and staff, including Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz and Rabbi Cheryl Stone.

Kehillah and Conversation with Rabbi Cheryl Stone
Sunday, Apr 6th 9:05a to 9:45aAn opportunity for parents to meet with Rabbi Cheryl Stone to discuss parenting joy and frustration, concerns and aspirations all within a Jewish context. Open to all parents regardless of their child(ren)’s school enrollment.

Mifgash: Virtual Women’s Group with Rabbi Cheryl Stone
Wednesday, Apr 9th 12:00p to 1:00pA welcoming, inclusive environment for Jewish women to connect, share, and support one another. (Like a book club but without the homework!)
Gold Kippah Honor Society & Shabbuddies
Shabbat, Apr 19th 9:45a to 10:15aB’nai Israel’s Gold Kippah Honor Society recognizes students for their proficiency in various prayers. New this year: Pre-b’nai mitzvah students will be “buddied” up with a post-b’nai mitzvah student. Older students will mentor younger students to build stronger tefillah skills while fostering friendships across grades, role modeling, and building an integrated community. Click here for more Gold Kippah information including the Gold Kippah Siddur and audio files.
Family Minyan
Shabbat, Apr 19th 10:15a to 11:30aFamily Minyan includes spirited prayer, an engaging Torah reading, and lively conversation about the weekly Torah portion. There is no better way to prepare your child for their bar or bat mitzvah and build community connections than regular Shabbat attendance. This service is led by clergy and staff, including Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz and Rabbi Cheryl Stone.
Gold Kippah Honor Society & Shabbuddies
Shabbat, Apr 26th 9:45a to 10:15aB’nai Israel’s Gold Kippah Honor Society recognizes students for their proficiency in various prayers. New this year: Pre-b’nai mitzvah students will be “buddied” up with a post-b’nai mitzvah student. Older students will mentor younger students to build stronger tefillah skills while fostering friendships across grades, role modeling, and building an integrated community. Click here for more Gold Kippah information including the Gold Kippah Siddur and audio files.
Family Minyan
Shabbat, Apr 26th 10:15a to 11:30aFamily Minyan includes spirited prayer, an engaging Torah reading, and lively conversation about the weekly Torah portion. There is no better way to prepare your child for their bar or bat mitzvah and build community connections than regular Shabbat attendance. This service is led by clergy and staff, including Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz and Rabbi Cheryl Stone.
6th Grade Tefillin Workshop
Sunday, Apr 27th 9:00a to 10:00aB’nai Israel clergy teach our 6th grade students about the mitzvah of tefillin, including how to properly wear them.
Kindergarten B’nai Torah Ceremony
Sunday, Apr 27th 9:00a to 10:30aJoin us in this special moment as students and families participate in a meaningful ceremony celebrating the formal beginning of their Jewish studies.
Toast & Trade Women's Clothing Exchange
Sunday, Apr 27th 6:00p to 8:00pAll B'nai Israel moms are invited to a women's clothing exchange! Bring you clean clothing in good condition- you can drop off ahead of time in the Education office. $5/person to participate, drinks and light snacks will be available.
Please click here to learn more about Talmud Torah.
Tue, April 1 2025
3 Nisan 5785
the latest
Every Word and Every Crumb (Parshat Pekudei, March 29) by Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz
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announcements
Vote Mercaz in World Zionist Congress
Voting is now open through May 4. Learn more.
Lessans Talmud Torah Registration Open for 2025-26 School Year
Register K-8 students for religious school today and learn more about our award-winning program.
Registration for the 2025-2026 Schilit Nursery School Program Year is Open
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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.
B'nai Israel First Synagogue in North America to Install RightHear, supporting those who are blind or low vision.
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NEW Resource: Fighting Antisemitism
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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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