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SUMMARY:Challah Braiding Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a challah braiding workshop ahead of the High Holy Days in person! Participants will receive prepared dough for baking at home and will be guided through the process of braiding. Techniques such as three and four strand challah\, round challah and stuffed challah will be demonstrated. After the demonstration and workshop\, you will be able to take your braided dough home for baking in the oven fresh for Shabbat! \nClick here to register\, the workshop is $18 per person to cover the cost of materials.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/challah-braiding-workshop/
LOCATION:Kahaner Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Classes,Everyone,Holidays,Social
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SUMMARY:Shabbat B'yachad: Where are you having Shabbat Dinner on September 20? 
DESCRIPTION:BZBI is re-starting a program that you might want to be a part of. Prior to the pandemic\, BZBI families welcomed other community members into their homes for Shabbat Dinner a few times a year. On September 20\, BZBI Community Members will again open their homes to host fellow congregants for a home hosted Shabbat Dinner. It is a great way to meet other BZBI members and welcome new community members. \nThese periodic dinners offer a great way to meet other congregants and start your own tradition of having Shabbat Dinner with BZBI friends and families. Participating in Shabbat B’yachad is another way to make BZBI the place you want to be\, in your own home or at someone else’s. \nThere will be guidelines for host families to help them facilitate such a meal and participants will also receive guidelines as an attendee. \n\nClick here to become a host for Shabbat B’yachad. \n\n\nClick here if you would like to be a guest of a Shabbat B’yachad hosted dinner. \n\nThe deadline for both forms is Thursday\, September 5. Our matching committee will reach out to all that have signed up with guest and host information ahead of the dinner on September 20.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/shabbat-byachad-where-are-you-having-shabbat-dinner-on-september-20/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Early Childhood,Everyone,Families,Shabbat,Social,Young Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T190000
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SUMMARY:BZBI Book Talk with Member Brett Mandel: "Philadelphia\, Corrupt and Consenting"
DESCRIPTION:In a 2020 candidate debate\, President Trump declared\, “Bad things happen in Philadelphia” – and later used the very real truth of Philadelphia corruption to lend credence to the idea that the election was stolen. More than a century after muckraking journalist Lincoln Steffens derided the city of Philadelphia as being “corrupt and contented\,” Philadelphia still struggles to rise above this unfortunate characterization. \nIn his book\, Philadelphia\, Corrupt and Consenting (Temple University Press)\, author and BZBI member Brett Mandel tells the story of our city’s confrontation with a history that threatens its future. During this discussion\, Brett will talk about both his book and Philadelphia’s importance in the upcoming national election. Brett Mandel has been a reform-oriented government official and political insider who has exposed and explored Philadelphia’s networks of corruption. Philadelphia\, Corrupt and Consenting provides practical\, achievable policies and actions that can produce positive change in Philadelphia and elsewhere. \nCopies of the book will be available for purchase after the presentation. CLICK HERE to RSVP.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/bzbi-book-talk-with-member-brett-mandel-philadelphia-corrupt-and-consenting/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Adults,Discussions,Everyone,Lectures,Social Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T140000
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SUMMARY:Reverse Tashlich 2024 
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 29 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Schuylkill Banks at Lloyd Hall Recreation Center \nTemple Beth Zion – Beth Israel and Repair the Sea | Tikkun HaYam invites you to participate in Reverse Tashlich. Join Jewish communities around the world as we reverse the Tashlich tradition and pull our “sins” (debris) from local environments. BZBI will be providing those who volunteer with canvas bags packed with trash bags\, gloves and water bottles. \nIf you want to learn more about Reverse Tashlich\, click here.  \nClick here to sign up.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/reverse-tashlich-2024/
LOCATION:Schuylkill Banks Park\, 2501 Walnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Everyone,Social Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T190000
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SUMMARY:RH2 in Rittenhouse Square is Back for its Tenth Year
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the High Holy Days is as easy as a walk in the park. Join us for the 10th year of music in Rittenhouse Square with an evening of spirited music and payer. \nBring a blanket\, lawn chairs\, a picnic dinner and listen to wonderful music created by Dan Blacksberg + his extremely talented band of musicians. \nYour assistance is essential in enabling the larger community to enjoy the concert. Click here if you would like to be a part of sponsorship for RH2.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/rh2-in-rittenhouse-square-is-back-for-its-tenth-year/
LOCATION:Rittenhouse Square\, 18th and Walnut St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Everyone,Holidays,Social,Worship
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SUMMARY:Shmini Azeret and October 7 Yizkor Memorial with Noa Reuveni
DESCRIPTION:Last year on Shmini Azeret the Jewish people suffered the worst massacre since the Shoah: the October 7 atrocities committed by Hamas. This year\, we mark the yahrzeit of all the lives taken on that dark day with additional memorial prayers as part of our Shmini Azeret Yizkor service. \nIn addition\, BZBI has the privilege of hosting Noa Reuveni that morning. Noa Reuveni is an unexpected activist who grew up in the Gaza Envelope and evolved into a prominent spokesperson after her best friend\, Ziv Berman\, and his twin brother Gali were taken hostage on October 7. Born in Shahar\, Israel\, and having lived in Stockholm\, Sweden\, Noa has confronted antisemitism from both sides: against the Jewish state and the Jewish people. Now\, she engages with thousands globally\, motivating them through universal values of friendship and protection. A former commander in the Israeli Defense Forces\, Noa continues to serve in the reserves while passionately advocating for the hostages. \nNoa will speak to the congregation at the beginning of our October 7 Yizkor Memorial and will also host a Q&A discussion after kiddush. Please join us as our community mourns the Jewish People’s losses\, stands in solidarity with families and friends of the hostages and those who remain missing\, and looks with hope to a better future for Israel and the Jewish people.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/shmini-azeret-and-october-7-yizkor-memorial-with-noa-reuveni/
LOCATION:BZBI Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Holidays,Observances
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SUMMARY:Simchat Torah Community Dinner 
DESCRIPTION:Even as we mourn the Hebrew anniversary of the October 7 attacks\, we will come together as a community to celebrate Jewish resilience and the continued importance of our tradition. \nJoin us for a festive Community Dinner (pre-registration required) followed by Hakafot Dancing (no registration required). Dinner will cost $15 per adult\, $10 per child (children under 3 eat free). The meal will feature pasta\, salad\, and veggie nuggets. Click here to register for dinner. 
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/simchat-torah-community-dinner/
LOCATION:Kahaner Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Everyone,Families,Holidays,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T210000
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SUMMARY:On One Foot at BZBI - An Introduction to Judaism
DESCRIPTION:Judaism is a world unto itself\, encompassing rituals\, ideas\, and thousands of years of history. If you’ve been curious about Jewish learning but didn’t know where to start\, this is the place for you! The American Jewish University’s On One Foot curriculum covers all of the essentials in an interactive format that encourages personal engagement. Join Rabbis Abe Friedman\, Abi Weber\, and many other community rabbis for a year-long adventure in Jewish learning. This course is ideal for students seeking a basic orientation to fundamental Jewish concepts. \nClasses meet weekly on a Monday at BZBI from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER.  \nConversion Candidates and interested partners should register through the Goodblatt website. \nThis class is offered in cooperation with the Rabbi Morris Goodblatt Academy Introduction to Judaism Program sponsored by the Philadelphia Region of the Rabbinical Assembly\, which represents Conservative Jewish rabbis in Greater Philadelphia\, Southern New Jersey and Delaware. Students interested in conversion should schedule an appointment to meet with one of the BZBI rabbis.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/on-one-foot-at-bzbi-an-introduction-to-judaism/2024-11-04/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Families,Parents,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T140000
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SUMMARY:WhyDoWe Post Kiddush Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Why Ashrei? Have you ever wondered why nearly every service includes one (or more!) recitations of Ashrei? Ever struggled to figure out what it is about? Come find out the hidden secrets of Psalm 145.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/whydowe-post-kiddush-discussion-4/
LOCATION:Kahaner Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Adults,Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T190000
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SUMMARY:Israeli Vendor Event
DESCRIPTION:BZBI is thrilled to host ten Israeli vendors traveling to the United States to showcase and sell their wares to our Jewish Center City community. Items for sale include woven Judaica\, contemporary Judaica\, works of art and jewelry at a variety of price points. \nVendors Include:  \n\n\nGabreili Weavers \nAviva Agayoff Contemporary Judaica\nAhuvah Elany Copper Art \nAlik Gerber Original Art \nChaya Gallery Original Jewelry \nMichele Levy Original Art \nJean Pierre Weill Original Art\nKathi Camus Art\nDavid Shamai Hand Made Jewelry\nTel Megiddo High End Jewelry\n\n\nPlease come in to browse and buy to support small Israeli business\, see you there!
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/israeli-vendor-event/
LOCATION:BZBI Sanctuary
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art Exhibition,Early Childhood,Everyone,Families,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T190000
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SUMMARY:November Blood Drive at Tenth Presbyterian Church
DESCRIPTION:Donate blood in November! BZBI is co-sponsoring a Red Cross Blood Drive at Tenth Presbyterian Church and we would like to have as many donors as we can. To sign up for a donation time slot\, please click here. \nIf you are interested in working the tent for the drive itself please let Julia Pollock know. We are looking for two volunteers to hand out snacks and help sign folks in!
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/november-blood-drive-at-tenth-presbyterian-church/
LOCATION:tenth presbyterian church\, 1701 Delancey Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Social Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T213000
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SUMMARY:BZBI Sisterhood Goes to the Movies
DESCRIPTION:Sisterhood is planning an evening at the Philly Jewish Film Festival (PJFF) on opening night to see the award-winning film “Bad Shabbos”. \nIndividual tickets are $20 (it includes the post-film reception). We have arranged for a $5 dollar discount if you use the discount code: SisterhoodShabbos (it will apply to ticket purchases only made through this Sunday\, November 3 at 11:59 PM). Click here to buy your tickets. \nPlease join us and bring a guest! Once you have purchased tickets\, please add your full name to this google form so that we can try to hold enough seats for all of us in the theatre. \nWe look forward to sharing our thoughts about the film when we meet up at the PJFF reception following the film. If you have any questions\, please contact Zelda Greenstein. 
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/bzbi-sisterhood-goes-to-the-movies/
LOCATION:The Weitzman\, 101 South Independence Mall\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T170000
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SUMMARY:BZBI Goes to the Theater: Amsterdam Performance by Maya Arad Yasur
DESCRIPTION:Join the Congregational Learning Committee as they attend Amsterdam. First seen at the Haifa Theater\, Israel\, in 2018\, Amsterdam is a strikingly original\, audacious thriller. An Israeli violinist\, nine months pregnant\, is living in Amsterdam with her Dutch boyfriend. One day she receives an overdue gas bill…from 1944. The implications of the bill send her on a whirlwind exploration of identity\, alienation and legacy. Powerful and uniquely told by four actors reconstructing the facts as they go\, Amsterdam tells a vibrant and resonant story. Note: the play contains strong language and mature themes. \nTickets cost $36 per person\, click here to register. 
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/bzbi-goes-to-the-theater-amsterdam-performance-by-maya-arad-yasur/
LOCATION:Christ Church Neighborhood House\, 20 N. American Street
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art Exhibition,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T200000
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SUMMARY:BZBI Book Club Meeting and Potluck Dinner
DESCRIPTION:BZBI Book Club Meeting and Potluck Dinner: Dwell Time: A Memoir of Art\, Exile and Repair by Cuban-American Jewish writer and conservator\, Rosa Lowinger \nJoin us for this special evening to honor both our very own Virginia (Ginny) Greene and the author\, Rosa Lowinger. The author will personally attend our event and Ginny will lead our discussion. As Rosa’s mentor\, Ginny was mentioned multiple times in the book. Read more about her career at The Penn Museum. Rosa has ties to Philadelphia where she lived  in the 1980’s and was a member of the Center City Havura Minyan in which some current BZBI members were also active. \nRSVP required to attend. Your name has to be on the list given to building security personnel. Click here to register and state what you will bring to the potluck dinner. \nIf you have trouble accessing the google document that allows you to state what you are bringing to the potluck\, you can find it here. \n\n5:45 – 7:00 PM: Meet the author\, mingle with Ginny and others at a potluck vegetarian/dairy dinner\n7:00-8:00 PM: Book review and discussion
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/bzbi-book-club-meeting-and-potluck-dinner/
LOCATION:William Penn House Community Room\, 1919 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Discussions,Everyone,Literature,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T203000
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SUMMARY:The BZBI Parents Association Sip & Shop Event
DESCRIPTION:We have some truly wonderful vendors coming: Born Yesterday\, Philly Homer\, Sylvie and Gold\, Strut This\, All Aboard Candy and many more! There is a $10 entry fee (includes drinks and light bites) register here!
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/the-bzbi-parents-association-sip-shop-event/
LOCATION:Kahaner Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art Exhibition,Early Childhood,Everyone,Families,Holidays,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T200000
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SUMMARY:Exploring The Jewish Holiday Table With Cookbook Co-Author Devra Ferst and Rabbi Abi Weber 
DESCRIPTION:Join us at BZBI as Co-Author Devra Ferst and Rabbi Abi Weber discuss The Jewish Holiday Table. This event is free and open to the public\, please click here to register and to make a $10 donation towards security. \nThe program starts promptly at 7:30 PM\, join us at 6:45 PM for nosh and book-signing!  \nDevra Ferst is a freelance food and travel writer from Center City Philadelphia who is now based in Brooklyn. She is the co-author of The Jewish Holiday Table: A World of Recipes\, Traditions & Stories to Celebrate All Year Long and the author of an Opinionated Guide to New York. Her words have appeared in the New York Times\, Eater\, Bon Appétit\, Vogue\, and numerous other publications. When she’s not writing or cooking\, you can find her on the road\, traveling for months with a single carry-on suitcase.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/exploring-the-jewish-holiday-table-with-cookbook-co-author-devra-ferst-and-rabbi-abi-weber/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Adults,Discussions,Holidays,Lectures,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T140000
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SUMMARY:Serve for 8: Wrap Up Event and Baked Goods Drop Off
DESCRIPTION:We will be wrapping items and packing snacks from our donation collections for clients of the Bethesda Project. If you would like to volunteer for this event\, please reach out to Julia Pollock or Eileen Dwell. \nYou can also drop off baked goods at BZBI for Howies House and Gift of Life from 1:00 to 2:00 PM on December 15. Do some holiday baking with your family and donate a batch to these organizations. Accepted baked goods include brownies\, individual cookies\, muffins and cupcakes (no loafs please).
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/serve-for-8-wrap-up-event-and-baked-goods-drop-off/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Adults,Early Childhood,Everyone,Families,Social Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241223T213000
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SUMMARY:Pre-Hanukkah Party: The Gelt is Right
DESCRIPTION:Can’t wait for Hanukkah? Ready to start eating more latkes? \nJoin us for a pre-Hanukkah gathering featuring yummy eats and an intense competition that will imagine what it would look like if Bob Barker were Jewish. Register here (optional donation encouraged)! Drinks are BYOB.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/pre-hanukkah-party-the-gelt-is-right/
LOCATION:Kahaner Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Adults,Celebration,Everyone,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241225T203000
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SUMMARY:Serve for 8: Trinity Winter Shelter Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Each year BZBI cooks and serves 20-25 men who reside in the Trinity Church at 22nd and Spruce Streets. It’s a wonderful experience for all involved as we “break bread” together. You can participate in a number of ways: \n\nSelect an item(s) to drop off at the church (on December 25 from 6:00 – 7:00 PM). Click here to sign up for food drop off. *Important – please label your food packages clearly with the following: Dec 25th Dinner\, Contents\, e.g. Chicken dinner\, Directions for warming\, serving\, etc.\nCome help set up and serve the men on December 25 from 7:00-8:30 PM. Please email Rachel Luterman if you plan to help set up and serve dinner.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/serve-for-8-trinity-winter-shelter-volunteering/
LOCATION:Trinity Memorial Church\, 2212 Spruce St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Social Action
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SUMMARY:Voices of Jewish American Poets: Thursday Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Join congregant Nancy Leaderman to explore and discuss the wide-ranging perspectives of Jewish American poets. Bring your lunch (dairy or parve) and dive into some amazing poems. No prior knowledge or preparation required\, but registration is appreciated. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/voices-of-jewish-american-poets-thursday-lunch-and-learn/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:BZBI chapel
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Discussions,Literature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042123
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T161031Z
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SUMMARY:Jewish Heritage Night at the Philadelphia Flyers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Philadelphia Flyers Jewish Heritage Night! Each ticket purchased includes a Jewish Heritage apron and raises money for BZBI! Click here to order your tickets.  \nItems will be available for pick up the night of the game. Pick up your item at the Redemption Center located in the 11th Street Atrium by section 113. 
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/jewish-heritage-night-at-the-philadelphia-flyers/
LOCATION:Wells Fargo Center\, 3601 South Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19148\, US
CATEGORIES:Adults,Early Childhood,Everyone,Families,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T130000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Appreciation Shabbat 
DESCRIPTION:There are over 200 volunteers at BZBI that make programming\, classes and events a reality. Every member at BZBI knows a volunteer – this year\, honor them by contributing to our festive kiddush. We will celebrate our volunteers on January 18 during both Shabbat services and Kiddush. \nClick here to make a donation towards Kiddush in honor of a volunteer.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/volunteer-appreciation-shabbat-3/
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042123
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T182534Z
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SUMMARY:Serve for 8: Volunteer at MANNA
DESCRIPTION:Join your BZBI community on MLK\, Jr. Day at MANNA to help prepare food for people living with serious illness. We have committed to filling the evening shift (5:00 – 8:00 PM) at the MANNA facility at 420 North 20th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19130 and would love to see you there! \nTeens 14+ years old are welcome. Fill out this Google Interest Form and Suzy Dayanim will reach out to you with volunteer details. If you have questions\, feel free to contact Suzy at: sldayanim@gmail.com.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/serve-for-8-volunteer-at-manna/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Social Action,Young Professionals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250126
DTSTAMP:20260407T042123
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T153148Z
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SUMMARY:Refugee Shabbat 
DESCRIPTION:The needs of immigrant families will be greater than ever this year. During Shabbat morning services we’ll hear from Philippe Weisz\, Director of Legal Services for HIAS PA. Just a few days after the Inauguration\, Philippe will share his professional perspective on the new administration’s challenges to immigration policy and services. \nAfter Kiddush\, join us to hear the challenges and successes of the refugee family BZBI and Society Hill Synagogue sponsored before the COVID pandemic.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/refugee-shabbat/
CATEGORIES:Everyone,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042123
CREATED:20250107T192511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T150645Z
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SUMMARY:BZBI Book Club: My Father’s Paradise by Ariel Sabar
DESCRIPTION:Larry Copeland will lead the review – to order a copy of the book ahead of the next meeting date\, click here. \nOne of the author’s family members\, whom he discusses in the book\, his Aunt Ayala\, will join us in-person to answer questions about the Sabar family experience — from Kurdish Iraq\, to Israel\, and then the United States — and offer her own perspective to the story. There are rumors that the Middle Eastern liquor\, Arak\, will be poured for in-person attendees. \nFeel free to bring kosher dessert or fruit to share.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/bzbi-book-club-my-fathers-paradise-by-ariel-sabar/
LOCATION:In the Chapel & on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Adults,Literature,Social
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250203
DTSTAMP:20260407T042123
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T184716Z
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SUMMARY:BZBI Urban Shabbaton 5785: A Weekend to Sing\, Learn\, Connect and Belong
DESCRIPTION:Highlights include:  \n\nMeals ALL weekend including a fully catered Friday night dinner featuring a chicken course (vegetarian options will be available)\, Seudah Shlisheet (Saturday dinner) featuring Mama’s Falafel and a Sunday brunch\nPrayer\, music\, and learning all Shabbat with guest rabbis Yosef Goldman and Annie Lewis\n“The United States: The First Mussar Republic\,” a Friday night discussion between Jeffrey Rosen (CEO of the National Constitution Center) and Rabbi Ira Stone\nSaturday night concert with Yosef Goldman and a full musical ensemble\nCommunity members including State Representative Ben Waxman\, Rabbi David Greenstein\, Josh Rosenberg\, Anne Albert\, and Jessica Simon Pollock leading breakout sessions on Saturday afternoon\nSunday brunch and lecture with Claire Finkelstein\, Director of UPenn’s Center for Ethics and the Rule of Law\n\nClick here for full event information. 
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/bzbi-urban-shabbaton-5785-a-weekend-to-sing-learn-connect-and-belong/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Celebration,Classes,Discussions,Early Childhood,Everyone,Families,Lectures,Literature,Music,Observances,Shabbat,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T213000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T160833Z
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SUMMARY:Sisterhood Goes to the Movies (Part 2) 
DESCRIPTION:Join the BZBI Sisterhood to see our very own Ilana Trachtman’s movie Ain’t No Back to a Merry-Go-Round.  \nBuy your tickets here before they sell out. More details to follow.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/sisterhood-goes-to-the-movies-part-2/
LOCATION:The Weitzman\, 101 South Independence Mall\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042123
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T153342Z
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SUMMARY:Super Bowl Sunday with Winter Shelter: Cook & Serve
DESCRIPTION:Do you have zero interest in the Super Bowl and want to find something else to do that day? Do you LOVE the Superbowl and want to watch it with a group of Philly sports fanatics? There’s room for both at the Tikkun Olam Committee’s Super Bowl Sunday at Trinity Memorial Church’s Winter Shelter. \nTrinity Memorial Church is home to a shelter of 22 beds for homeless men run by the Bethesda Project. Our own BZBI member Terry Hirshorn runs a program that prepares and serves dinner there every evening from November through April. The Tikkun Olam Committee has committed to preparing and serving the meal on Super Bowl Sunday – join us to shop\, cook\, serve\, or watch the game with the guys! \nDavida Charney has offered to coordinate our efforts. Please use this spreadsheet to sign up: BZBI @ Winter Shelter 2025. \nWe would love to make this an ongoing program – let Bill know if you’d like to commit to cooking or serving in March or April!
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/super-bowl-sunday-with-winter-shelter-cook-serve/
CATEGORIES:Everyone,Social Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042123
CREATED:20250107T191434Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbat B'yachad Home Hosted Dinner
DESCRIPTION:On February 21\, BZBI Community Members will open their homes to host fellow congregants for Shabbat Dinner. It is a great way to meet other BZBI members\, welcome new community members and start your own tradition of having Shabbat Dinner with BZBI friends and families. There will be guidelines for host families to help them facilitate such a meal and participants will also receive guidelines as an attendee. \n\nClick here to become a host for Shabbat B’yachad.\n\n\nClick here if you would like to be a guest of a Shabbat B’yachad hosted dinner.\n\nThe deadline for both forms is Tuesday\, February 4. Our matching committee will reach out to all that have signed up with guest and host information ahead of the dinner on February 21.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/shabbat-byachad-home-hosted-dinner/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Celebration,Early Childhood,Everyone,Families,Social,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T042123
CREATED:20250227T213509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T213509Z
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SUMMARY:BZBI Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The BZBI book club will be reviewing ​The Cost of Free Land: Jews\, Lakota\, and an American Inheritance by Rebecca Clarren. \nClick here to order your book ahead of the next meeting.
URL:https://bzbi.org/event/bzbi-book-club-3/
LOCATION:In the Chapel & on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Adults,Discussions,Social
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