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
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
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.
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
The Israel Scouts Friendship Caravan is an extraordinary group of 17 year old young men and women who provide a fabulous, wonderfully-choreographed performance of song and dance in both Hebrew and English that is sure to warm your heart. These vibrant, young ambassadors also bring engaging conversation along with the spirit and love of the... Read More
Tuesday, June 11 from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM at the Weitzman Come celebrate the holiday of Shavuot with the Center City Kehillah and your fellow community members during a Night of Jewish Learning. Advance registration is required by Thursday, June 6. Click here to register.
Tuesday, June 18 at 6:40 PM, Citizens Bank Park Celebrate Jewish Heritage Night at Citizens Bank Park with the Phillies and fellow BZBI members. Tickets cost $36 a person in section 209. Click here to get yours!
June is wedding month! Of course for Jews, getting hitched and even unhitched involves important documents. At this week's WhyDoWe after Kiddush, join Rabbi Mort Levine and Kati Steiner with questions and experiences about gittin, Jewish divorce documents and their history.
The meeting will be held online as a (virtual) facilitated conversation. Questions can be submitted in advance using the Contact Us page, or during the meeting using the Zoom chat function. Click here to register on Zoom.
You may be new to Judaism. You may be getting by during services from transliteration and singing along. Your previous learning may be covered in rust. No matter. This four-hour workshop is for anyone who wants to learn to read Hebrew, starting from recognizing the letters in the alef-bet, using clever and effective materials from... Read More
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