Queering Judaism: Halakhic Approaches to Homosexuality Wednesday, June 22 from 12:00 - 1:00 PM As we celebrate Pride Month, Rabbi Abi Weber will lead a discussion on the Conservative Movement's shifting attitude towards queer identity. How have rabbis dealt with problematic verses (and millennia of taboo) on this topic? Join us on Zoom as we... Read More
Congregation Annual Meeting Wednesday, June 22 at 7:00 PM Join us on Zoom for the 2022 Annual Meeting. We will share synagogue business, present a slate of candidates and next year’s budget, and thank our departing board members. Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here. If you would like to submit a question in advance, please send a note to president... Read More
Outdoor Movie Nights Thursday, June 23 at 7:00 PM and Thursday, July 21 at 8:00 PM On Thursday, June 23rd, at 7:00 PM, come see ‘Rocky’ (Rated PG) on the very steps Balboa ran up–the Art Museum Steps in Fairmount! Bring a blanket or chair, snacks, and friends. On Thursday, July 21st, at 8:00 PM,... Read More
After the wildly successful Yesod Picnic last month, BZBI is pleased to present another Friday evening picnic at Fitler Square. BYOB/ D (Bring Your Own Blanket and Dinner) and join us for a relaxed Shabbat dinner followed by a spirited Kabbalat Shabbat with the BZBI Davening Team. If you have questions please Contact Us.
Take me out to the Ballgame! Tuesday, July 5 at 7:05 PM On July 5th, come join members of BZBI at the Jewish Heritage Night: Phillies vs. Washington Nationals. The game will start at 7:05 PM and tickets are $36.00 each. Kosher food will be available for purchase. Click here to purchase your tickets.
Join Rabbi Abi to share feelings, stories, and resonances in a facilitated processing session about last Friday's Supreme Court ruling. *This session is open to all people who may have at some point needed or may in the future need access to abortion. This meeting will be On Zoom - Register Here.
Ice Cream Social Friday, July 8 from 4:00 - 5:00 PM Come make your own ice cream sundae in Filter Square, cool off, and enjoy some sweet social time with your friends at BZBI! Different flavors and toppings will be provided! Please contact Liat for more information, and if you plan to attend.
Summer Tot Shabbat Playdates in the Park July 9, July 30 and August 27 from 4:30 - 5:30 PM Join us in Fitler Square Park for an afternoon of fun. This program is geared to infants through three-year-olds together with their grownups. Older siblings and Tot Shabbat alumni are welcome to join!
Do you love fresh flowers, fruit, and veggies? How about socializing with other congregants and new friends? Then come to Headhouse Market (located at 2nd and Lombard Street) on Sunday, July 10 at 11:00 AM for some farmers market fun! Contact Liat for more information, and if you plan to attend.
Pajama-Rama July 13 from 5:30 to 6:30 PM On July 13 from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, come join us in your pajamas at Rittenhouse Square, for some story-reading and cookie crumbling fun! Listen to bedtime stories read by crowd favorites like Rebecca Carl and Sarah Fleishman from Tot Shabbat, Rabbi Abi, Sara Goldfuss, and more! Don’t forget to bring a... Read More
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