Different Than Other Nights: Leading an Exciting Seder 

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Are you hosting a Seder for the first time? Is this the year you get back in the saddle after the pandemic? Have you been hosting for what feels like forever, and you need to spice things up? Join Rabbi Abe for this interactive workshop as we learn new strategies for engaging guests, low-stress menu... Read More

Center City Jewish Teen Scavenger Hunt

All 7th - 12th graders are invited to join the Center City Jewish Teen Scavenger Hunt on Sunday, April 21 at 1:00 PM in Rittenhouse Square. Once the scavenger hunt is completed, we will return to Rittenhouse Square by 3:00 PM.  This program is free but feel free to send your teen with money for... Read More

 Sisterhood Torah Fund Shabbat

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Join the BZBI Sisterhood to celebrate the Women’s League of Conservative Judaism Torah Fund. All donations towards the Torah Fund supports the continuation of scholarships and programs in the worldwide Conservative / Masorti institutions of higher Jewish learning. Shelley Szwalbenest, Torah Fund Vice President for Mid-Atlantic Region of Women’s League for Conservative Judaism, will speak after announcements during Shabbat and... Read More

A Conversation about October 7th and Its Aftermath: Legal Challenges and Responses

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BZBI will welcome Professor Tomer Broude, Dean of the Faculty of Law at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Topics of Broude's presentation will include the proceedings in the International Court of Justice (South Africa v. Israel, Nicaragua v. Germany); proceedings in the International Criminal Court (potential prosecutions of Hamas terrorists regarding October 7 and risk of prosecutions... Read More

From Grief to Hope: Transition Ceremony from Yom Hazikaron to Yom Ha’atzmaut 

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Each year, Israel observes Yom Hazikaron (Memorial Day) just one day prior to Yom Ha'atzmaut (Independence Day). This year, as we mourn the devastation of the last six months as well as the many losses throughout Israel's history, we also hold space for hope as we celebrate Israel's resilience. Join us at BZBI as we... Read More

Celebrating Older Americans Month: Powered by Connection with Penn’s Village 

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This year’s theme, Powered by Connection, aptly describes the work of Penn’s Village, a membership nonprofit organization serving older adults in central Philadelphia for more than 15 years. Through a strong cadre of vetted volunteers, they offer members, depending on membership level, more than eight services to help older adults stay in their own homes... Read More

Red Cross Blood Drive at Tenth Presbyterian Church 

tenth presbyterian church 1701 Delancey Street, Philadelphia, PA

Donate blood in May! Red Cross will be collecting blood at Tenth Presbyterian Church and BZBI members are encouraged to join. Click here to register.  Contact Julie at julieatchick@bzbi.org if you are available to volunteer and sign people in at the blood drive.

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My Grown Up & Me with Tkiya Music 

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This weekly music and movement class is geared toward infants and toddlers (with a parent or caregiver!) Are you or a friend looking for a fun and engaging local activity to do with your little one? Does your Early Childhood student have a younger sibling? Is your student home from school on Thursdays? All are welcome, register ahead of... Read More

Rally to Call for the Return of Hostages 

Logan Square

Join multiple Jewish organizations for an international collaboration supporting the hostages, their families and calling against antisemitism! The afternoon will focus on unity, support, music and activities for children. This event is a static rally, not a march - so it will take place only in Logan Square. This event has been made possible by... Read More