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“BJ is a non-affiliated, egalitarian, inclusive synagogue community focused on the power of prayer and music, rooted in love and social justice. We welcome all. No matter how you define yourself, if our values resonate with yours then you have a home here.”

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Elevate Your Omer Practice

Throughout the Omer, we’ll be posting unique content with some amazing Instagram creators to deepen your experience of counting during this period. And every night (except Fridays) we’ll be posting the count in our Instagram and Facebook stories.

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Today

June 2023

Bridge Over Troubled Water: Paul Simon’s Musical Mysticism

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Riverside Park – 91st Street

Aviv Shabbat Picnic in Central Park

Jun 10

1:00 PM—3:00 PM

Central Park

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“Rooted in a long tradition of music at the core of spirituality, we are joined at each service by some of the world’s most gifted musicians, elevating our voices and souls, and deepening our connection to prayer.”

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Bridge Over Troubled Water: Paul Simon’s Musical Mysticism

Experience a captivating journey through the music of Paul Simon, exploring and reimagining the depths ...

Jun 08 @ 7:30 PM — 9:00 PM

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Sanctuary

BJ Hike in Westchester

Join longtime BJ member Craig Rosenberg for an easy 5-mile hike in Westchester. Meet at ...

Jun 11 @ 11:00 AM — 4:00 PM

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Bronxville Metro North Station

Community Shabbat Dinner

Celebrate Shabbat by coming together for a festive Shabbat Dinner filled with learning, song, and ...

Jun 16 @ 7:45 PM — 9:45 PM

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Community House

A Feminist Lens: The Art & Activism of Photographer Joan Roth

Join us in partnership with the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan for an intimate portrait of ...

Jun 20 @ 7:00 PM — 8:30 PM

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Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan

The Role of the LGBTQ+ Community in Israel’s Democracy Today

Join us for an-in depth conversation about diversity, human rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and Israeli democracy ...

Jun 22 @ 6:30 PM — 8:00 PM

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Rooftop

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B’nai Jeshurun is a nearly 200-year-old non-affiliated synagogue located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. We welcome all, no matter the path traveled.

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