Shabbat Service and Kiddush in Honor of Phyllis Kramer

BZBI Sanctuary

Please join us for Shabbat services and Kiddush in honor of our beloved Phyllis Kramer, on January 28. If you would like to make a donation in her honor or sponsor Kiddush click here or please call the Temple office.

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POWER Committee Meeting

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The BZBI POWER social justice committee is organizing for 2023. Learn about the campaigns by following the links on the POWER page on the BZBI website.  Come to our next meeting on Zoom to help us choose our focus for 2023.

First Fridays @ BZBI: February Kabbalat Shabbat and Catered Dinner

BZBI Sanctuary

First Fridays @ BZBI: February Kabbalat Shabbat and Catered Dinner Friday, February 3, 5:00/6:00/7:00 PM  Join us as we celebrate First Fridays @ BZBI with a spirited Kabbalat Shabbat service at 6:00 PM. Families with young children are invited to an early dinner at 5:00 PM, and the entire community is invited for a late dinner at 7:00 PM. The cost is... Read More

Shabbhakti Yoga with Deb Glassman

Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel 300 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Join BZBI in an alternative spiritual journey into the heart of Shabbat through yogic movement, meditation, and song with Dr. Deborah Glassman. Classes will take place on Saturday's from 9:45 AM to 11:00 AM in the Kahaner Auditorium monthly. Deborah is a certified yoga teacher and practices and studies an alignment based flow style yoga.... Read More

Happy Birthday Etzi: A Tu Bishvat Party for the BZBI Tree

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Last year, BZBI planted a brand-new tree outside the synagogue. Join us as we celebrate Etzi's first birthday just before Tu Bishvat, the traditional Jewish holiday of the trees. There will be crafts, treats, planting, and more! This event is free and open to the community but donations are always welcomed.  To register for the... Read More

Scarves, Hats, and Fringes: The How and Why of Jewish Ritual Garb

Kahaner Auditorium

Have you wanted to wear a tallis or kippah but didn’t know where to start? Are you thinking about what you will wear on the bimah for your child’s brit mitzvah or other simcha? Are you interested in learning more about the mitzvot of Jewish ritual garb? Join us for a discussion and demonstration of... Read More

HipCityKiddush: Judaism and Animal Advocacy

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Enjoy a tasty vegan Kiddush sponsored by SHAMAYIM: Jewish Animal Advocacy. Educational materials about Jewish approaches to animal welfare will be provided. All are welcome!

What’s Next for Israel? An Evening with the Israel Policy Forum’s Michael Koplow

BZBI Sanctuary

As Israel swears in a new government that looks radically different from the previous one, what can we expect to see in the Middle East? Join BZBI and the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of Philadelphia for an evening with political analyst Michael Koplow. Following the program, young professionals are invited to have a drink... Read More

Board Game Shabbat

Kahaner Auditorium

Join members of BZBI after Kiddush for Board Game Shabbat! From 1:00  to 4:00 PM, play some of your favorite games including Scrabble, Bananagrams, Mahjong, Rummy Cube, LCR Game, Cards, and Uno. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Registration is preferred, but not required. Feel free to bring your own Shabbat friendly game! Contact Liat for more information. To register,... Read More

BZBI Ski Trip to Elk Mountain

Elk Mountain 344 Elk Mountain Road, Union Dale, PA

The BZBI ski trip is ON! Unfortunately, we did not have enough registrants to secure a bus, so we will be carpooling to the mountain. If you would like to join, please email Rabbi Abi directly at rabbiweber@bzbi.org to let her know if you have a car or are in need of a ride. Please purchase your tickets directly... Read More