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SUMMARY:The 12 Minor Prophets with Rabbi Stone
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Stone and his students as they study the 12 minor prophets. This class will be held on Zoom only\, on Tuesday’s from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. \nTo sign up for the class\, click here. 
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/the-12-minor-prophets-with-rabbi-stone/2024-04-09/
LOCATION:Many BZBI events are being held online.
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T100000
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SUMMARY:My Grown Up & Me with Tkiya Music 
DESCRIPTION: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? \nAll are welcome\, register ahead of time here or pay at the door. Hope to see you here starting September 14! \nThe dates and price points of each month’s classes are as follows: \n\nSeptember 14\, 21\, 28 – $36\nOctober 5\, 12\, 19\, 26 – $48\nNovember 2\, 9\, 16\, 30 – $48\nDecember 7\, 14\, 21 – $36\nJanuary 4\, 11\, 18\, 25 – $48\nFebruary 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 – $60\nMarch 7\, 14\, 21\, 28 – $48\nApril 4\, 11\, 18 – $36\nMay 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 – $60
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/my-grown-up-me-with-tkiya-music/2024-04-11/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Classes,Dance,Early Childhood,Families,Parents,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
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SUMMARY:Freedom Seder Revisited
DESCRIPTION:As many Jews prepare for Passover\, the most widely celebrated Jewish holiday\, we invite people of all backgrounds to join us for this long-running and beloved annual Weitzman event. Experience an artfully curated lineup of speakers\, storytellers\, and musicians as they reflect on traditional Passover themes such as freedom\, renewal\, transmitting traditions\, and welcoming the stranger. \nThis year’s event features stories from members of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Restorative Justice Program; remarks and poetry from spoken-word artist Vanessa Hidary\, aka “The Hebrew Mamita;” and music from the most exciting band in Philadelphia\, Snacktime\, who will lead us in song together throughout the evening. Dinner will be served halfway through the show\, when performances will stop for all to converse with their neighbors and enjoy the delicious kosher food provided by CookNSolo. \nBZBI is a partner of this event\, our discount code is “BZBI” at registration. Tickets cost $25 with discount code. Click here to register.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/freedom-seder-revisited/
LOCATION:The Weitzman\, 101 South Independence Mall\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Everyone,Holidays,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240404T163504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T163504Z
UID:26611-1713384000-1713391200@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:The Amerita Chamber Players Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:BZBI is thrilled to again welcome the Amerita Chamber Players to the Goldberg Sanctuary for a collection of short pieces from Amerita’s repertoire. Highlights include Pergolesi’s violin sonata and Vivaldi’s Trio in C Minor. \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/the-amerita-chamber-players-concert-series/
LOCATION:BZBI Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art Exhibition,Everyone,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240328T193225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T143724Z
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SUMMARY:Different Than Other Nights: Leading an Exciting Seder 
DESCRIPTION: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? \nJoin Rabbi Abe for this interactive workshop as we learn new strategies for engaging guests\, low-stress menu planning\, creative activities\, and more. \nThis workshop is in person only and free of charge. 
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/different-than-other-nights-leading-an-exciting-sedar/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20230706T153006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T160633Z
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SUMMARY:Board Game Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Join members of BZBI after Kiddush for Board Game Shabbat! Play some of your favorite games from Mahjongg to Wingspan. \nFeel free to bring your own Shabbat friendly game and Kosher snacks to share!
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/board-game-shabbat-5/2024-04-20/
LOCATION:Kahaner Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Everyone,Shabbat,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240328T192858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T192858Z
UID:26569-1713704400-1713711600@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:Center City Jewish Teen Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nThis program is free but feel free to send your teen with money for ice cream! This event is being co-sponsored by Mercaz\, BBYO\, USY\, and BZBI. For more information\, email teens@bzbi.org.  \nClick here to register your teen.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/center-city-jewish-teen-scavenger-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240404T163025Z
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SUMMARY: Sisterhood Torah Fund Shabbat
DESCRIPTION: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. \nShelley Szwalbenest\, Torah Fund Vice President for Mid-Atlantic Region of Women’s League for Conservative Judaism\, will speak after announcements during Shabbat and a festive Kiddush will follow. To contribute to the 2023-2024 Torah Fund campaign\, click here or write a check payable to Torah Fund and bring it in to the Temple Office.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/sisterhood-torah-fund-shabbat/
LOCATION:BZBI Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Everyone,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240409T195539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T135635Z
UID:26632-1715018400-1715023800@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:Pirkei Avot Class
DESCRIPTION:Pirkei Avot\, usually translated as ‘Ethics of the Fathers\,’ is a fascinating and central Jewish text. Part of the Mishnah\, it contains teachings of the sages on ethical living\, proper interactions with others\, how to find the balance between the spiritual and material\, and so much more. Traditionally\, one of the ways it is studied is a chapter at a time during the weeks between Pesach and Shavuot. \nJoin fellow congregant Nancy Leaderman in a very modern exploration of this traditional text as we dive into The Illustrated Pirkei Avot\, in which author/illustrator Jessica Tamar Deutsch has combined the entire English text with graphic illustrations. Whether you are already very familiar with Pirkei Avot or are a complete novice\, there is something for everyone. We’ll explore a chapter a week on Monday evenings from 6:00 to 7:15 PM (please join us for minyan first at 5:45 if you are able). If you are on the fence about joining the class\, keep in mind that it was in Pirkei Avot that Hillel so famously asked\, “If not now\, when?”. \nClass will meet on May 6\, 13\, & 20 (no class on Memorial Day\, May 27) and June 3 & 10. Cost for the six week class is $36 and includes a copy of the text.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/pirkei-avot-class/2024-05-06/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Discussions,Lectures,Literature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240426T142610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T142621Z
UID:26685-1715194800-1715198400@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:A Conversation about October 7th and Its Aftermath: Legal Challenges and Responses
DESCRIPTION: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 against Israeli military commanders and politicians). \nClick here to register\, there is a $10.00 suggested donation to cover the cost of security.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/a-conversation-about-october-7th-and-its-aftermath-legal-challenges-and-responses/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lectures,Social Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240426T142822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T142822Z
UID:26688-1715432400-1715436000@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:BZBI Welcomes Israeli Poet and Activist Adi Keissar 
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Adi shares her poetry and experiences growing up in Israel\, her family’s Yemenite background and how personal identity impacts culture in Israel.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/bzbi-welcomes-israeli-poet-and-activist-adi-keissar/
LOCATION:BZBI Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Lectures,Literature,Social Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T150808Z
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SUMMARY:From Grief to Hope: Transition Ceremony from Yom Hazikaron to Yom Ha'atzmaut 
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin us at BZBI as we hold a tekes ma’avar\, a traditional ceremony to mark this transition. More details to follow. 
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/from-grief-to-hope-transition-ceremony-from-yom-hazikaron-to-yom-haatzmaut/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Observances,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240507T151204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T151204Z
UID:26784-1716037200-1716040800@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating Older Americans Month: Powered by Connection with Penn's Village 
DESCRIPTION: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 as long as they are able. These include companionship\, rides\, technology assistance\, minor home repairs\, errands\, Health Pals\, emergency pet services\, home organization\, as well as weekly in-person and virtual social\, wellness and educational programs\, participation in interest groups\, access to a preferred provider list\, and more. \nPenn’s Village members and volunteers will present a program on “How Decluttering Helps You to Stay Independent and in your Own Home\,” at a post-Kiddush program on Saturday\, May 18. As one member said\, “We’ve lived in our home for 50 years\, and the only thing we’ve thrown out are the kids.” Join us and learn more about their programs and services.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/celebrating-older-americans-month-powered-by-connection-with-penns-village/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240507T151613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T151613Z
UID:26788-1716991200-1717009200@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive at Tenth Presbyterian Church 
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nContact Julie at julieatchick@bzbi.org if you are available to volunteer and sign people in at the blood drive.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/red-cross-blood-drive-at-tenth-presbyterian-church/
LOCATION:tenth presbyterian church\, 1701 Delancey Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Social Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240531T164202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T164202Z
UID:26906-1717333200-1717340400@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:Rally to Call for the Return of Hostages 
DESCRIPTION: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 Stand With Us\, ADL\, AJC\, IAC and the Greater Philadelphia Jewish Federation. \nClick here to register and order a T-shirt. 
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/rally-to-call-for-the-return-of-hostages/
LOCATION:Logan Square
CATEGORIES:Everyone,Social Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240531T165632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T165728Z
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SUMMARY:The Israel Scouts Friendship Caravan is Visiting BZBI
DESCRIPTION: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 State of Israel with them as a major aspect that is the purpose of their visit to the United States and Canada. \nMeet the scouts after the show! This program is free and open to all age groups and made possible by BZBI and the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia with support from the Israeli American Council. RSVP here.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/the-israel-scouts-friendship-caravan-is-visiting-bzbi/
LOCATION:BZBI Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Dance,Early Childhood,Everyone,Families,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240612
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240531T164025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T164025Z
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SUMMARY:Shavuot: A Community Night of Jewish Learning
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 11 from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM at the Weitzman  \nCome celebrate the holiday of Shavuot with the Center City Kehillah and your fellow community members during a Night of Jewish Learning. \nAdvance registration is required by Thursday\, June 6. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/shavuot-a-community-night-of-jewish-learning/
LOCATION:The Weitzman\, 101 South Independence Mall\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Celebration,Classes,Lectures,Literature,Music,Observances,Young Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T184000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240404T163649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T125052Z
UID:26613-1718736000-1718748000@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:Jewish Heritage Night at the Phillies
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 18 at 6:40 PM\, Citizens Bank Park  \nCelebrate Jewish Heritage Night at Citizens Bank Park with the Phillies and fellow BZBI members. Tickets cost $36 a person in section 209. \nClick here to get yours!
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/jewish-heritage-night-at-the-phillies/
LOCATION:Citizens Bank Park
CATEGORIES:Adults,Early Childhood,Everyone,Families,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240618T175640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T175640Z
UID:26956-1719061200-1719064800@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:WhyDoWe Post Kiddush Discussion 
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/whydowe-post-kiddush-discussion/
LOCATION:Kahaner Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Adults,Discussions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240618T175453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T175453Z
UID:26953-1719514800-1719520200@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:BZBI Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \nClick here to register on Zoom.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/bzbi-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Only
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240618T180052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T180052Z
UID:26957-1720951200-1720965600@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew Bootcamp with Davida Charney
DESCRIPTION: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 the National Jewish Outreach Program (NJOP). In four hours\, we can’t cover the whole alef-bet; you’ll learn about 6-8 consonants and vowels. But\, you will get an introduction to Hebrew as a language and a good look at how the NJOP program works\, including its focus on vocabulary from the prayerbook. \nRegister here by July 12. \nThis workshop will provide a good foundation and a taste of what you can accomplish if you sign up for a 9-month weekly course that is launching in the fall. Light lunch\, snacks and coffee will be provided.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/hebrew-bootcamp-with-davida-charney/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240611T200217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T175054Z
UID:26941-1721151000-1721156400@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:Sisterhood Summer Soirée
DESCRIPTION:All BZBI self-identifying women are invited to our annual Sisterhood Summer Soirée on Tuesday\, July 16 at 5:30 PM at Harper’s Garden\, 31 S. 18th Street (BZBI owned!). Light appetizers will be provided; cash bar. \nPlease join us\, we would love to see you! RSVP here.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/sisterhood-summer-soiree-4/
LOCATION:Harper’s Garden\, 31 South 18th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240618T180821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T180918Z
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SUMMARY:Identifying (with) Speakers in the Psalms: A Summer Class at BZBI
DESCRIPTION:Most Jews are familiar with the thirty or so psalms included in the prayer book. But the siddur actually leaves out the best ones! In this course\, you’ll get an introduction to the Book of Psalms\, an understanding of how some of these texts are put together and a close look at a few amazing psalms. The psalms provide surprising glimpses into how individuals in biblical times saw their relationship with God and exercised their agency to persuade God. And – you will finally find out why the rabbis were so impressed with Ashrei that they included it in every religious service. \nClick here to register.  \nYou are welcome to bring your own copy of the psalms so that we can compare translations and commentaries. \nClass dates are Mondays July 29\, August 5\, 12\, and 19 from 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM; please arrive at 5:45 PM to attend Minyan. Contributions of $18 toward providing security are welcome.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/identifying-with-speakers-in-the-psalms-a-summer-class-at-bzbi/2024-07-29/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240507T140631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T155009Z
UID:26715-1722882600-1722886200@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:Sisterhood Monthly Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Kahaner Auditorium (in-person only)\nThis is the last meeting of the 2024-25 program year for Sisterhood members. Please join us for a potluck dinner and meeting! \nJoin on Zoom by clicking here.\nPasscode: BZBI
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/sisterhood-monthly-planning-meeting-4/2024-08-05/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240807T165742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T142842Z
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SUMMARY:Tot Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Weekly on Shabbat at 11:15 AM in the Klinghoffer Chapel  \nThe Tot Shabbat service engages the youngest members of our community in interactive Shabbat songs and stories. It is geared towards children 0-4 and their families\, with older siblings always welcome! The atmosphere is casual – you and your little ones can relax\, sing\, and move around. This service is led by the amazing Sarah Fleischman\, Assistant Director of Early Childhood Education\, lifelong BZBI member and Tot Shabbat enthusiast! \nTo stay up to date on Tot Shabbat Announcements\, join our WhatsApp group! 
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/tot-shabbat-2/2024-08-10/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Early Childhood,Everyone,Families,Shabbat,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240806T164804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T164804Z
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SUMMARY:WhyDoWe Post Kiddush Discussion
DESCRIPTION:What are the first things to do when someone dies? Why do people in a house of mourning tear their clothes and cover their mirrors? \nDiscuss Jewish mourning practices with guest Elliot Rosen\, co-President of Har Zion and long-time staff member at Levine’s Funeral Home.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/whydowe-post-kiddush-discussion-2/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Discussions,Shabbat
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240813
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240730T165109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T171425Z
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SUMMARY:Tisha B'Av 5784: Long Shadows of Silence  
DESCRIPTION:Join BZBI as we observe Tisha B’Av\, the saddest day on the Jewish calendar. The evening will begin with regular mincha at 5:45 PM\, followed by a session with Davida Charney on psalms of lamentation (part of the series\, “Identifying (with) Speakers in the Psalms – register here). \nAt 7:00 PM\, we will join together with filmmaker Rudolf Leiprecht to watch his film Long Shadows of Silence: A Forbidden Love during the Second World War. This film explores antisemitism\, racism\, violence\, silence\, and taboo in the Netherlands and Germany. Following the screening\, we will have the opportunity to ask Rudolf questions about this very personal film. At 8:15 PM\, we will continue with maariv and a solemn reading of Eicha (the Book of Lamentations). \n5:45-6:00 PM: Mincha\n6:00-7:00 PM: Psalms class\, focused on Lamentations\n7:00-8:15 PM: Film screening and Q&A with filmmaker\n8:15-9:15 PM: Maariv and Eicha Reading \nOn Tuesday\, August 13 – Minyan will take place IN PERSON at 7:45 AM in the Klinghoffer Chapel. Mincha will take place in person at 2:00 PM. 
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/tisha-bav-5784-long-shadows-of-silence/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240828T205412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T133510Z
UID:27408-1725441300-1725444000@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:My Grown Up & Me at BZBI
DESCRIPTION:Join us for music and movement for infants\, toddlers and their grown ups! Classes cost $18 or 4 for $60 if you register in advance and $20 at the door. Please use this registration link to sign up for classes. \nThis program meets weekly on a Wednesday at 9:15 AM in the Klinghoffer Chapel! If there are breaks in the program we will let families know in advance.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/my-grown-up-me-at-bzbi/2024-09-04/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Dance,Early Childhood,Everyone,Families,Music,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240725T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T154418Z
UID:27088-1725480000-1725483600@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:Jewish Feminism: Past\, Present\, and Future
DESCRIPTION:One hundred four years ago\, women in the United States couldn’t vote. Forty years ago\, women in the Conservative Movement could not become rabbis. What changed and what is still changing? \nIn this four-session series\, BZBI member/feminist historian Diana Myers will join Rabbi Abi Weber in exploring the history and the future of Jewish feminism in both religious and secular contexts. \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/jewish-feminism-past-present-and-future/2024-09-04/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023229
CREATED:20240814T140500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T140500Z
UID:27298-1725876000-1725879600@bzbi.org
SUMMARY:The Foundations of Rabbinic Midrash with Rabbi Stone
DESCRIPTION: Click here to register \nWe will turn our attention to one of the foundation documents that eventually furnished material used by the Rabbis in the formation of the Mishnah and the Talmud. The Mekhilta DeRabbi Yishmael\, compiled in the early 3rd century is a commentary on the Torah with both narrative and legal pronouncements that helped to define emerging Rabbinic culture. This class meets weekly on a Monday at 10:00 AM.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/the-foundations-of-rabbinic-midrash-with-rabbi-stone/2024-09-09/
LOCATION:Zoom Only
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes
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