We are proud to welcome the second cohort of BZBI’s Torah Academy as their year of dedicated study culminates in reading Torah for our community. Led by coordinator Shayna Flink, Torah Academy Students Ilana Trachtman, Natalie Oppenheimer, Sara Laver, Bryon Wasserman, Eileen Dwell, and Noah Weathers, and alumni Heidi George, Sabrina Rubin Erdley and Cara Levinson will each read a portion of this Shabbat's parasha.... Read More
Join us for our next installment of BZBI First Fridays, featuring renowned ba'alat tefillah (Prayer Leader) Rena Branson. In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Week, we will express our immense gratitude to BZBI's many wonderful educators in our Laurie Wagman Playschool, Abigail R. Cohen Preschool, Neziner Hebrew School, and Youth & Family Programs. Registration ends Monday,... Read More
Join us as we welcome and honor the many new members who have made BZBI their home with a special Brit Kenesset ritual during services. The whole community is encouraged to join us in celebrating. Join us for Kiddush following! Sponsored by the Membership Committee. Would you like to join in sponsoring Kiddush in honor... Read More
Stay up through sunrise with Center City Kehillah at the annual Shavuot Community Night of Jewish Learning! Enjoy an evening filled with discourse, community, and delicious dairy foods. The event will span from Thursday, May 25 at 6:30 PM until Friday, May 26 at 8:00 AM. The all night learning event will take place at... Read More
Join us for our next installment of First Fridays honoring Pride month! As usual - the early dinner will begin at 5:00 PM, a spirited Kabbalat Shabbat Service will follow at 6:00 PM, and the late dinner will be at 7:15 PM. Sign up today by clicking here. More information will follow in the coming days.
Come make your own ice cream sundae in Fitler Square, cool off, and enjoy some sweet social time with your friends from BZBI! Different flavors and toppings will be provided! Please contact Liat for more information and to let us know that you plan to attend.
Join us at the annual Sisterhood Summer Soiree on Tuesday, August 1 at Harper's Garden. Appetizers will be provided by Sisterhood (cash bar). This is our most popular event and not to be missed! Catch up with old friends and make some new ones, too! All BZBI women and those who identify as women are... Read More
Get ready for the Challa-days! Join Eileen Dwell, Gary Bramnick, and Carmie Levine on Zoom for a 2-day class – making, braiding, and baking challah. Session 1: prepare your dough and learn about the history & importance of challah Session 2: braid your dough (both round and traditional designs) Sign up by clicking here. Recipes, materials for baking, and... Read More
Celebrating the High Holy Days is as easy as a walk in the park. Join us for the ninth year of music in Rittenhouse Square (this year as a Sukkot concert) with an evening of spirited music. Bring lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and listen to wonderful music created by Dan Blacksberg + his... Read More
Join BZBI for our annual Simchat Torah dinner and hakafot (dancing)! People of all ages are welcome to join us for a delicious meal followed by raucous dancing featuring percussionist Sam Weisenberg. The cost is $20.00 per adult and $12.00 per child (under 12 years old). We are committed to providing programming regardless of individuals' ability to pay. If cost is a barrier to your... Read More
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