Torah La’am Classes Grades 7-12
Via Zoom 6:15-6:45 PM Social Action Project with Lori Cohen 6:45-8:00 PM Classes
Via Zoom 6:15-6:45 PM Social Action Project with Lori Cohen 6:45-8:00 PM Classes
For 7th Graders and their parents.
Simple, social, socially distanced (virtual), spiritually uplifting and short. Rabbi Bronstein will inspire us to deepen our understanding of how we relate to the Earth, Adama, that gives us sustenance and recommit ourselves to her care. We'll share poems, songs and writings about the natural world that gives us so much such as a hike […]
Join member Gillian Friedlander as she demonstrates how to make hamantaschen. Prepare hamantaschen along with Gillian or watch and make yours later on your own. Hamantaschen recipe ZOOM Registration Questions? __________________________ Gillian's words: "I have always enjoyed baking but it was not until my 60's that I learned how to make Hamantaschen from Miriam Aronin, […]
Rabbi Bronstein and Cantor Benjie Schiller will lead a joyful, musical Purim program on Zoom geared for families with children ~0-8 years old. Members and non-members invited. Wear your Purim costumes! Contact Abby Reiken for Zoom info. Families are also invited to the BAS Megillah Reading and Purim Spiel in the evening of 2/25.
Grades K-6 will shake their groggers while 5th & 6th graders read verses of Megillat Esther, play Purim games led by teens, sing Purim songs, and show off their Purim costumes! Activities will be held between 9-11:30am on Zoom. Contact Abby Reiken for more information.
Via Zoom 6:15-6:45 PM Social Action Project with Lori Cohen 6:45-8:00 PM Classes
Welcome experienced and new gardeners. We can all learn and contribute something, especially the invaluable experience that didn't work. Join this opportunity to talk about our gardens and plan for the harvest and a Sukkot Member Garden Tour. Topic this session: Preparing the garden: ordering seeds (natives and invasives; hybrids vs. heirloom varieties), preparing the soil and […]
TO BE RESCHEDULED Join Rabbi Jonathan Kligler and folk singers Kim and Reggie Harris for a powerful program of songs and stories that explores the connection that African Americans and Jews share based on their experiences of slavery and freedom and the ongoing work for racial justice. Don't miss this enlightening, inspiring and uplifting evening. Rabbi […]
Welcome experienced and new gardeners. We can all learn and contribute something, especially the invaluable experience that didn't work. Join this opportunity to talk about our gardens and plan for the harvest and a Sukkot Member Garden Tour. Topic this session: Starting seeds indoors and seeding cold-loving plants outdoors. Varieties and companion plants. Guest speakers will […]
Via Zoom 6:15-6:45 PM Social Action Project with Lori Cohen 6:45-8:00 PM Classes
Admission only with pre-registration and submitted health form. See dedicated email (4/8) for registration link or contact office
Welcome experienced and new gardeners. We can all learn and contribute something, especially the invaluable experience that didn't work. Join this opportunity to talk about our gardens and plan for the harvest and a Sukkot Member Garden Tour. Topic this session: When is the last frost date? Who else is living in the garden? How do birds […]
Pre-registered families are invited to a Lag B’Omer Family Picnic! Meet us on the BAS field with your dairy lunch and blanket. We’ll provide popsicles. There are no COVID testing or vaccination requirements for this outdoor event. Masking and social distancing are required. Register here by April 27. Questions?
Via Zoom 6:15-6:45 PM Social Action Project with Lori Cohen 6:45-8:00 PM Classes
Justin Pellis and Tamara Silberman will perform a medley of Classical and Jewish Folk music, featuring works by Leonard Bernstein, Franz Schubert, and Naomi Shemer. Questions? Members see dedicated email, Weekly Calendar, or Members side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members may contact the office for Zoom information. _________________________________ Justin and Tamara are a […]
Pre-registered families with children of all ages are invited to join Rabbi Bronstein and Abby Reiken on the BAS field for this interactive, joyful Shavuot experience. Connect with other families as we explore Shavuot themes and values through art, storytelling, active games, and treats! There are no COVID testing or vaccination requirements for this outdoor […]
May 17, 2021 - 6:45pm
Welcome experienced and new gardeners. We can all learn and contribute something, especially the invaluable experience that didn't work. Topic this session: Growing tomatoes in cages, trimming, mulching, watering, using compost in the vegetable garden. Guest speakers will include BAS members who will share their gardening knowledge. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members side of the website for […]
Join your BAS friends as we welcome in summer on the BAS lawn. Adults will have a chance to relax and catch up while the kids run out their energy on the field. Bring your lawn games, soccer balls, frisbees, etc. We'll provide an ice cream truck and drinks - including sangria for the adults! […]
Welcome experienced and new gardeners. We can all learn and contribute something, especially the invaluable experience that didn't work. Guest speakers will include BAS members who will share their gardening knowledge. Topic this session: Vicki Presser will talk about the new native plants in her garden, plus the Pollinator Pathways Program and the White Plains […]
Family-friendly Kabbalat Shabbat Service followed by pizza dinner. REGISTRATION REQUIRED by June 22. Space is limited. Masks required by everyone regardless of vaccination status, except when eating. Everyone must be seated while eating. Attendees who have not submitted proof of vaccination must submit a health form prior to event. No COVID testing or vaccination is […]
Welcome experienced and new gardeners. We can all learn and contribute something, especially the invaluable experience that didn't work. Guest speakers will include BAS members who will share their gardening knowledge. Topic this session: Penny Grossman will present her wisdom and photos on using shrubs for color and continuity at the BAS garden. Members see […]
Join our new Director of Family Education and Engagement, Lisa Jacobs, for this "Ask Me Anything" session via Zoom. Get to know more about Lisa and "ask her anything" during this live community forum. Feel free to invite your friends. Zoom registration. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the […]
Welcome our new Director of Family Education and Engagement, Lisa Jacobs! See each other live and in person outdoors. BBQ dinner, snacks, sangria and dessert will be provided. Adults will have a chance to relax, catch up, and meet Lisa while the kids watch a movie on a big screen set up on the lawn. […]
Welcome experienced and new gardeners. We can all learn and contribute something, especially the invaluable experience that didn't work. Guest speakers will include BAS members who will share their gardening knowledge. Topic this session: Gina Schwartz and others will talk about unexpectedly harmful or beneficial plants and insects, invasives and volunteers; why native plants are important. We'll think […]
Virtual and In-person (limited capacity) with registration.
Virtual and In-person (limited capacity) with registration.
This BYO picnic is an opportunity to come hang out with your Torah La’am friends, old and new, and (re)acclimate to the space before classes start the following Sunday. All kindergarteners through sixth graders and their families are invited and encouraged to join us - whether you think your child might benefit from a "soft […]
Virtual access is available to guests through registration. In-person registration is closed.
Seventh through twelfth graders kick off the year with a festive dinner in the Sukkah. We will celebrate the first night of (erev) Sukkot together with their Torah La’am teachers. ALL BAS 7th through 12th graders are welcome and invited to attend, regardless of registration in Monday night Torah La’am classes. Please contact Lisa Jacobs with […]
Intergenerational, family-friendly, community Kabbalat Shabbat Service followed by a dairy dinner. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Masks required by everyone regardless of vaccination status, except when eating. Everyone must be seated while eating. All attendees ages 12 and over must submit proof of full vaccination by 5 PM on Thursday, September 23. Questions?
BAS Midnight Run resumes this evening. The Midnight Run is a caravan of BAS vehicles and volunteers that takes food and clothing to homeless individuals on the streets of Manhattan. This will be a modified version that will ensure social distancing on the street, and the wearing of masks by our BAS Runners. There are […]
BAS member and Non-member families: please join us with your young children. This month's theme is Sukkot! We will gather in the sukkah. Shorashim is a free monthly Sunday morning program for babies to pre-K and their parents, grandparents or caregivers. The program brings to life a different Jewish holiday or theme with age-appropriate cooking […]
Seventh through twelfth graders will share a festive, farm-to-table dinner in the Sukkah. We will celebrate Shemini Atzeret together with our Torah La’am teachers. Shemini Azeret is a chag (holiday) that extends Sukkot for just one more day so we can continue our joyous celebration just a bit longer. It translates to “the assembly of […]
BAS member and Non-member families: please join us with your young children. This month's theme is Shabbat! Shorashim is a free monthly Sunday morning program for babies to pre-K and their parents, grandparents or caregivers. The program brings to life a different Jewish holiday or theme with age-appropriate cooking projects, arts & crafts, stories, songs […]
Intergenerational, family-friendly, community Kabbalat Shabbat Service followed by a dairy dinner. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Masks required by everyone regardless of vaccination status, except when eating. Everyone must be seated while eating. Attendees who have not submitted proof of vaccination must submit a health form prior to event. No COVID testing or vaccination is required. See dedicated […]
For 7th graders and their parents.
For 7th graders and their parents.
BAS member and Non-member families: please join us with your young children. This month's theme is Chanukah! REGISTER HERE Shorashim is a free monthly Sunday morning program for babies to pre-K and their parents, grandparents or caregivers. The program brings to life a different Jewish holiday or theme with age-appropriate cooking projects, arts & crafts, […]
With Rabbi Bronstein. A program for grades 3-6 and families but all BAS congregants are welcome to attend. Contact Lisa Jacobs, Director of Family Education & Engagement for more information.
For 7th graders and their parents.
BAS member and Non-member families: please join us. Masks required by everyone regardless of vaccination status. All attendees ages 12 and over must submit proof of full vaccination. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Contact Lisa Jacobs, Director of Family Education & Engagement with any questions.
For 7th graders and their parents.
BAS member and Non-member families: please join us with your young children. This month's theme is Tikkun Olam/Tzedakah! Shorashim is a free monthly Sunday morning program for babies to pre-K and their parents, grandparents or caregivers. The program brings to life a different Jewish holiday or theme with age-appropriate cooking projects, arts & crafts, stories, […]
For 7th graders and their parents.
For 7th graders and their parents.
We have regretfully canceled this month's Shorashim program due to the surge in COVID-19. We hope to be able to resume next month. Shorashim is a free monthly Sunday morning program for babies to pre-K and their parents, grandparents or caregivers. The program brings to life a different Jewish holiday or theme with age-appropriate cooking […]
For 7th graders and their parents.
For 7th graders and their parents.
For 7th graders and their parents.
We have regretfully cancelled this month's Shorashim program due to the surge in COVID-19. We hope to be able to resume next month. Shorashim is a free monthly Sunday morning program for babies to pre-K and their parents, grandparents or caregivers. The program brings to life a different Jewish holiday or theme with age-appropriate cooking […]
For 7th graders and their parents.
This youth service provides an opportunity for children to take on leadership roles, including leading prayers, reading Torah, and sharing their learning about the weekly Torah portion. Families are invited to attend the main service between 10:00-11:00 am. We will move to our own space for the Torah Service and then rejoin the congregation in the […]
For 7th graders and their parents.
BAS member and Non-member families: please join us with your young children. This month's theme is Purim. We will go to the Purim Fest! Shorashim is a free monthly Sunday morning program for babies to pre-K and their parents, grandparents or caregivers. The program brings to life a different Jewish holiday or theme with age-appropriate […]
New this year - an intergenerational Purim celebration for the whole community! The evening will include a seudah (festive buffet meal) and megillah reading, and feature performances by our Torah La’am students as well as the song-stylings of Shirat Ha-Mahn (formerly known as the Purim Spielers). Following the megillah reading, stick around for the hottest […]
Come for a tour of Torah La'am, our K-12 Jewish Education program and stay for our Tikkun Olam/Social Action program on refugees, "Strangers in a Strange Land." Schedule: 9:45: Tour 10:15 Family Social Action program 11:00 Havdalah (optional) A second Open House will take place on May 8, in conjunction with Shorashim, our program for […]
BAS member and Non-member families: please join us with your young children. This month's theme is Passover! Shorashim is a free monthly Sunday morning program for babies to pre-K and their parents, grandparents or caregivers. The program brings to life a different Jewish holiday or theme with age-appropriate cooking projects, arts & crafts, stories, songs […]
The Midnight Run is a caravan of BAS vehicles and volunteers that takes food and clothing to homeless individuals on the streets of Manhattan. This will be a modified version that will ensure social distancing on the street, and the wearing of masks by our BAS Runners. There are many opportunities to volunteer for this […]
Intergenerational, family-friendly, community Kabbalat Shabbat Service followed by a dairy dinner. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Masks required by everyone, except when eating or drinking. Proof of vaccination must be received for all registrants ages 5 and above. See dedicated email or Weekly Calendar to register. Questions?
A State in the Making, 1922-1948 A two-part series for BAS members (high school and up). We will explore the years leading up to statehood through a close reading of primary sources, including the 1922 Palestine Mandate and 1947 UN Partition Plan. Registration is closed Second session May 15. Questions?
With Israeli dinner.
This youth service provides an opportunity for children to take on leadership roles, including leading prayers, reading Torah, and sharing their learning about the weekly Torah portion. Families are invited to attend the main service between 10:00-11:00 am. We will move to our own space for the Torah Service and then rejoin the congregation in the […]
Join us for a tour of Torah La'am, our K-12 Jewish Education program which takes place in conjunction with Shorashim, our program for 0-5-year-olds and their parents, grandparents, and caregivers. Details to follow REGISTER HERE Questions? Contact Lisa Jacobs, Director of Family Education & Engagement
A State in the Making, 1922-1948 Second of a two-part series for BAS members (high school and up). We will explore the years leading up to statehood through a close reading of primary sources, including the 1922 Palestine Mandate and 1947 UN Partition Plan. Registration is closed Questions?
At this Siyum (end of the year program) we will share highlights of our year. Families are invited.
All BAS families are invited! Bring your dairy lunch and blanket, we’ll supply the balls, chalk and treats.
Our Sloyim (end of the year program) with special dinner.
Celebrate Shavuot with your BAS friends and family! Dinner, ice Cream truck, and Shavu’ot-themed activities for children and families (in-person). All attendees ages 5 and above must submit proof of full vaccination. Registration for this event is closed. If you are interested in attending, please email Lisa Jacobs. Everyone must be masked at all times […]