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2 events,
6 events,
BAS Office Closed
Children’s Programming
Children’s Programming
Programming will be provided for children in grades K-6 on both days of Rosh Hashanah and on Yom Kippur. It will include drama, holiday-appropriate art, creative games and other activities. Guest Registration
Shorashim Circle Time (0 – 5 Year-olds)
Shorashim Circle Time (0 – 5 Year-olds)
Shorashim is our monthly program for 0-5-year-olds and their parents, grandparents, and caregivers. This special High Holy Day edition will focus on the themes of the holidays through music, movement, and story time. Guest Registration
4 events,
BAS Office Closed
Children’s Programming
Children’s Programming
Programming will be provided for children in grades K-6 on both days of Rosh Hashanah and on Yom Kippur. It will include drama, holiday-appropriate art, creative games and other activities. Guest Registration
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Rabbi’s Parashah Study Group
Rabbi’s Parashah Study Group
Each Wednesday evening, Rabbi Bronstein leads a tour of the "Par'shat Hashavua," the Torah portion of the week. The class will look at plot, themes, language, poetry, theology, history, and of course, commentary. The class is intended to be stimulating for the adept AND a worthwhile learning experience for novices, including non-Hebrew readers. We will […]
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Rabbi’s Talmud Study Group
Rabbi’s Talmud Study Group
This morning study group meets on Thursday mornings and makes its way through the Steinsaltz translation and commentary on the Talmud. Good food for thought and good company. You can drop in anytime or become a regular. No prerequisites other than a love of Jewish learning. We will meet in person (for fully vaccinated people) […]
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 1)
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 1)
This support group, sponsored by Refu’at HaNefesh (Healing of the Spirit), will focus on the challenges of being single in a couple's world. If you are single, divorced, separated, or widowed and would like to connect with others for mutual support, please join us. Group sizes are limited to foster open communication and will be […]
2 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Members see dedicated email, Weekly Calendar or Members side of the website for Zoom link.
1 event,
6 events,
Shorashim Program
Shorashim Program
BAS member and Non-member families: please join us with your young children. Topic this month: Happy New Year with Rabbi Bronstein 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 […]
Women in the Bible Through a Midrashic Lens
Women in the Bible Through a Midrashic Lens
Extended to be an eight-part Sunday morning summer series, each session discussing how ancient and modern Midrash have understood a particular woman or group of women described in the Bible. Each session is free-standing and does not require any background on the subject or attendance at other sessions. All materials will be in English. Registration […]
Adult Bible Study
Adult Bible Study
The Adult Bible Study class invites both in-person and online participation in our study of the Books of Chronicles. No prior participation in the class or knowledge of text or Hebrew required. All texts are in English. All are welcome to attend one or more sessions. In-person participation requires pre-registration no later than the Thursday prior to class and […]
Youth Event Grades 4-6
Youth Event Grades 4-6
For our first BAS Youth Event of 5783, let’s celebrate the turning over of the new year by baking apple turnovers together! Lunch will be provided. All BAS fourth through seventh graders are welcome to attend (whether or not they are enrolled in Torah La’am). Register here. Questions?
2 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
4 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Shmuezkrayz (Yiddish Conversation Circle)
Shmuezkrayz (Yiddish Conversation Circle)
Enjoy our Yiddish heritage and deepen and broaden our familiarity with this language. We talk together, learn and farbreng tsuzamen. For more information, contact Penny Grossman.
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 2)
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 2)
This support group, sponsored by Refu’at HaNefesh (Healing of the Spirit), will focus on the challenges of being single in a couple's world. If you are single, divorced, separated, or widowed and would like to connect with others for mutual support, please join us. Group sizes are limited to foster open communication and will be […]
6 events,
BAS Office Closed
Children’s Programming
Children’s Programming
Programming will be provided for children in grades K-6 on both days of Rosh Hashanah and on Yom Kippur. It will include drama, holiday-appropriate art, creative games and other activities. Guest Registration
Shorashim Circle Time (0 – 5 Year-olds)
Shorashim Circle Time (0 – 5 Year-olds)
Shorashim is our monthly program for 0-5-year-olds and their parents, grandparents, and caregivers. This special High Holy Day edition will focus on the themes of the holidays through music, movement, and story time. Guest Registration
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Lulav & Etrog Market
Lulav & Etrog Market
Join our annual jaunt to the Lower East Side. Carpool leaving BAS 9:00 AM. We will pick out and inspect the Etrogim to get the prettiest and finest of Etrogs. While we are there, we can stop at the Pickle Guys for pickles and Yonah Schimmel's for a good knish. A set consists of the lulav […]
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 1)
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 1)
This support group, sponsored by Refu’at HaNefesh (Healing of the Spirit), will focus on the challenges of being single in a couple's world. If you are single, divorced, separated, or widowed and would like to connect with others for mutual support, please join us. Group sizes are limited to foster open communication and will be […]
5 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Lulav & Etrog Pick Up
Lulav & Etrog Pick Up
Pick up your PRE-ORDERED Lulav & Etrog. Cost: $42/set The Lulavim come from Israel, and this ancient mitzvah also helps the current Israeli economy. ALL SETS MUST BE ORDERED BY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30. Additional pickup day Sunday, October 9, 9:00am - 12:00pm. Questions?
Sukkah Decorating
Sukkah Decorating
Drop in to join in the decorating. No registration required. Light refreshments will be on hand. Contributions of hydrangea are welcome, too. Questions?
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Members see dedicated email, Weekly Calendar or Members side of the website for Zoom link.
1 event,
5 events,
Lulav & Etrog Pick Up
Lulav & Etrog Pick Up
Pick up your PRE-ORDERED Lulav & Etrog. Cost: $42/set The Lulavim come from Israel, and this ancient mitzvah also helps the current Israeli economy. ALL SETS MUST BE ORDERED BY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30. Additional pickup day Friday, October 7, 9:00am - 12:00pm. Questions?
Adult Bible Study
Adult Bible Study
The Adult Bible Study class invites both in-person and online participation in our study of the Books of Chronicles. No prior participation in the class or knowledge of text or Hebrew required. All texts are in English. All are welcome to attend one or more sessions. In-person participation requires pre-registration no later than the Thursday prior to class and […]
Erev Sukkot
Erev Sukkot
Hybrid Service All in-person attendees must be vaccinated. Please send proof of vaccination (if not previously sent) to betamshalom@betamshalom.org or provide at the door. For Zoom link: Members see Weekly Calendar or Members side of website Non-members contact our office
4 events,
BAS Office Closed
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Sukkot Service
Sukkot Service
Hybrid Service All in-person attendees must be vaccinated. Please send proof of vaccination (if not previously sent) to betamshalom@betamshalom.org or provide at the door. For Zoom link: Members see Weekly Calendar or Members side of website Non-members contact our office
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Shmuezkrayz (Yiddish Conversation Circle)
Shmuezkrayz (Yiddish Conversation Circle)
Enjoy our Yiddish heritage and deepen and broaden our familiarity with this language. We talk together, learn and farbreng tsuzamen. For more information, contact Penny Grossman.
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 2)
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 2)
This support group, sponsored by Refu’at HaNefesh (Healing of the Spirit), will focus on the challenges of being single in a couple's world. If you are single, divorced, separated, or widowed and would like to connect with others for mutual support, please join us. Group sizes are limited to foster open communication and will be […]
2 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Rabbi’s Talmud Study Group
Rabbi’s Talmud Study Group
This morning study group meets on Thursday mornings and makes its way through the Steinsaltz translation and commentary on the Talmud. Good food for thought and good company. You can drop in anytime or become a regular. No prerequisites other than a love of Jewish learning. We will meet in person (for fully vaccinated people) […]
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 1)
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 1)
This support group, sponsored by Refu’at HaNefesh (Healing of the Spirit), will focus on the challenges of being single in a couple's world. If you are single, divorced, separated, or widowed and would like to connect with others for mutual support, please join us. Group sizes are limited to foster open communication and will be […]
4 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Members see dedicated email, Weekly Calendar or Members side of the website for Zoom link.
Shabbat Kulanu with “Dessert in the Hut”
Shabbat Kulanu with “Dessert in the Hut”
Come celebrate Shabbat and Sukkot with our All-Congregation Sukkah Kulanu. ALL are welcome! We will have kiddush and motzi in the Sukkah and then move inside for a delicious catered entree dinner with potluck sides. Dessert will take place "under the stars" in a beautiful Sukkah decorated by our congregation. Please RSVP by October 9. If […]
2 events,
Tot Shabbat
Tot Shabbat
Children ages 0 – 5 and a parent (or grandparent) are invited to join us for a Shabbat morning circle time, including music, movement, and stories! We finish the program with grape juice and challah, and then join the rest of the congregation for Kiddush lunch following Shabbat morning services. Registration required 2022-2023 dates: 10/15, […]
5 events,
Adult Bible Study
Adult Bible Study
The Adult Bible Study class invites both in-person and online participation in our study of the Books of Chronicles. No prior participation in the class or knowledge of text or Hebrew required. All texts are in English. All are welcome to attend one or more sessions. In-person participation requires pre-registration no later than the Thursday prior to class and […]
Apple & Pumpkin Picking
Apple & Pumpkin Picking
Join us for apple and pumpkin picking with your BAS friends! Open to everyone! Bring your kids, parents, friends, family and anyone else who wants to enjoy the fall weather together with us! Meet at Wilkens Fruit and Fir Farm. Questions? A Bet Am Shalom “BAS Together” Program
Erev Shemini Atzeret Service
Erev Shemini Atzeret Service
Hybrid Service All in-person attendees must be vaccinated. Please send proof of vaccination (if not previously sent) to betamshalom@betamshalom.org or provide at the door. For Zoom link: Members see Weekly Calendar or Members side of website Non-members contact our office
5 events,
BAS Office Closed
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah Service
Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah Service
Join us for our magnificent Yom Tov service where we will honor Susan and Daniel Van Doren as we circuit the sanctuary seven times with our scrolls, complete the annual reading of the Torah and begin it anew. Yizkor will be said. Hybrid Service All in-person attendees must be vaccinated. Please send proof of vaccination […]
Simchat Torah: Dancing with the Scrolls
Simchat Torah: Dancing with the Scrolls
We will fill the room with dancing and joy as we usher in a new year of reading the Torah. Klezmer musicians will enhance our festivities. We surround our children with an unfurled Torah as we read the last verses of Deuteronomy, and the first verses of Genesis. Come have a Slivovitz, join the hakkafot, […]
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Shmuezkrayz (Yiddish Conversation Circle)
Shmuezkrayz (Yiddish Conversation Circle)
Enjoy our Yiddish heritage and deepen and broaden our familiarity with this language. We talk together, learn and farbreng tsuzamen. For more information, contact Penny Grossman.
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 2)
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 2)
This support group, sponsored by Refu’at HaNefesh (Healing of the Spirit), will focus on the challenges of being single in a couple's world. If you are single, divorced, separated, or widowed and would like to connect with others for mutual support, please join us. Group sizes are limited to foster open communication and will be […]
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Rabbi’s Parashah Study Group
Rabbi’s Parashah Study Group
Each Wednesday evening, Rabbi Bronstein leads a tour of the "Par'shat Hashavua," the Torah portion of the week. The class will look at plot, themes, language, poetry, theology, history, and of course, commentary. The class is intended to be stimulating for the adept AND a worthwhile learning experience for novices, including non-Hebrew readers. We will […]
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Rabbi’s Talmud Study Group
Rabbi’s Talmud Study Group
This morning study group meets on Thursday mornings and makes its way through the Steinsaltz translation and commentary on the Talmud. Good food for thought and good company. You can drop in anytime or become a regular. No prerequisites other than a love of Jewish learning. We will meet in person (for fully vaccinated people) […]
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 1)
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 1)
This support group, sponsored by Refu’at HaNefesh (Healing of the Spirit), will focus on the challenges of being single in a couple's world. If you are single, divorced, separated, or widowed and would like to connect with others for mutual support, please join us. Group sizes are limited to foster open communication and will be […]
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Members see dedicated email, Weekly Calendar or Members side of the website for Zoom link.
1 event,
4 events,
Adult Bible Study
Adult Bible Study
The Adult Bible Study class invites both in-person and online participation in our study of the Books of Chronicles. No prior participation in the class or knowledge of text or Hebrew required. All texts are in English. All are welcome to attend one or more sessions. In-person participation requires pre-registration no later than the Thursday prior to class and […]
BAS Together: Introduction to Israeli Dance
BAS Together: Introduction to Israeli Dance
Whether you've never done Israeli folk dancing or need a refresher, come learn some basic steps and repertoires with fellow BAS members, ages 18 and up. Taught by our new(ish) member, Steve Elson, Steve first began Israeli folk dancing at Camp Ramah when he was 13 and has been an enthusiast ever since. He has […]
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
The Image of the Other: An evening of learning with Rachel Korazim
The Image of the Other: An evening of learning with Rachel Korazim
Join us as we explore the images of the Arab in modern Israeli literature. Arabs have been portrayed in Israeli literature from the very early days of the first Aliya. Their image constantly changes from romantic biblical figures to suspicious enemies and all the way to neighbors and critical witnesses of Israel’s ever-changing reality. We […]
4 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Shmuezkrayz (Yiddish Conversation Circle)
Shmuezkrayz (Yiddish Conversation Circle)
Enjoy our Yiddish heritage and deepen and broaden our familiarity with this language. We talk together, learn and farbreng tsuzamen. For more information, contact Penny Grossman.
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 2)
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 2)
This support group, sponsored by Refu’at HaNefesh (Healing of the Spirit), will focus on the challenges of being single in a couple's world. If you are single, divorced, separated, or widowed and would like to connect with others for mutual support, please join us. Group sizes are limited to foster open communication and will be […]
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Rabbi’s Parashah Study Group
Rabbi’s Parashah Study Group
Each Wednesday evening, Rabbi Bronstein leads a tour of the "Par'shat Hashavua," the Torah portion of the week. The class will look at plot, themes, language, poetry, theology, history, and of course, commentary. The class is intended to be stimulating for the adept AND a worthwhile learning experience for novices, including non-Hebrew readers. We will […]
5 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 1)
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 1)
This support group, sponsored by Refu’at HaNefesh (Healing of the Spirit), will focus on the challenges of being single in a couple's world. If you are single, divorced, separated, or widowed and would like to connect with others for mutual support, please join us. Group sizes are limited to foster open communication and will be […]
Bet Am Shalom Book Club via ZOOM
Bet Am Shalom Book Club via ZOOM
Do you like to read and then talk about the book (with some wine and snacks)? Then come join Bet Am's Jewish-themed book club! We will discuss The Light of Days: The Untold Story of Women Resistance Fighters in Hitler’s Ghettos by Judy Batalion. This meeting will be led by Amy Weiner. Members see Weekly Calendar, […]
BAS Together: Contemporary Concepts of Math
BAS Together: Contemporary Concepts of Math
Come experience math in the real world! Veteran Fieldston math teacher and Pearson math textbook author, Laurie Bass will take people through a variety of math activities to discover some surprising results. Rudimentary (minimal) memory of high school math and enthusiasm for adventure required. Laurie has been a BAS member for 25 years along with […]
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Members see dedicated email, Weekly Calendar or Members side of the website for Zoom link.
2 events,
Acharei Kiddush: Faith, Nationalism and the future of Liberal Democracy: A Jewish Response
Acharei Kiddush: Faith, Nationalism and the future of Liberal Democracy: A Jewish Response
In Faith, Nationalism, and the Future of Liberal Democracy , David Elcott explores how religious identity is used to foster the exclusion of individuals and communities from citizenship, political representation, and a role in determining public policy. To lay the groundwork for a religious response, he offers pathways for Judaism and Jews to nourish liberal democracy. […]
5 events,
Adult Bible Study
Adult Bible Study
The Adult Bible Study class invites both in-person and online participation in our study of the Books of Chronicles. No prior participation in the class or knowledge of text or Hebrew required. All texts are in English. All are welcome to attend one or more sessions. In-person participation requires pre-registration no later than the Thursday prior to class and […]
BAS Together: Introduction to Israeli Dance
BAS Together: Introduction to Israeli Dance
Whether you've never done Israeli folk dancing or need a refresher, come learn some basic steps and repertoires with fellow BAS members, ages 18 and up. Taught by our new(ish) member, Steve Elson, Steve first began Israeli folk dancing at Camp Ramah when he was 13 and has been an enthusiast ever since. He has […]
2 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Shmuezkrayz (Yiddish Conversation Circle)
Shmuezkrayz (Yiddish Conversation Circle)
Enjoy our Yiddish heritage and deepen and broaden our familiarity with this language. We talk together, learn and farbreng tsuzamen. For more information, contact Penny Grossman.
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 2)
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 2)
This support group, sponsored by Refu’at HaNefesh (Healing of the Spirit), will focus on the challenges of being single in a couple's world. If you are single, divorced, separated, or widowed and would like to connect with others for mutual support, please join us. Group sizes are limited to foster open communication and will be […]
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Rabbi’s Parashah Study Group
Rabbi’s Parashah Study Group
Each Wednesday evening, Rabbi Bronstein leads a tour of the "Par'shat Hashavua," the Torah portion of the week. The class will look at plot, themes, language, poetry, theology, history, and of course, commentary. The class is intended to be stimulating for the adept AND a worthwhile learning experience for novices, including non-Hebrew readers. We will […]
4 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Rabbi’s Talmud Study Group
Rabbi’s Talmud Study Group
This morning study group meets on Thursday mornings and makes its way through the Steinsaltz translation and commentary on the Talmud. Good food for thought and good company. You can drop in anytime or become a regular. No prerequisites other than a love of Jewish learning. We will meet in person (for fully vaccinated people) […]
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 1)
Single in a Couples’ World? (Group 1)
This support group, sponsored by Refu’at HaNefesh (Healing of the Spirit), will focus on the challenges of being single in a couple's world. If you are single, divorced, separated, or widowed and would like to connect with others for mutual support, please join us. Group sizes are limited to foster open communication and will be […]
BAS Together: Contemporary Concepts of Math
BAS Together: Contemporary Concepts of Math
Come experience math in the real world! Veteran Fieldston math teacher and Pearson math textbook author, Laurie Bass will take people through a variety of math activities to discover some surprising results. Rudimentary (minimal) memory of high school math and enthusiasm for adventure required. Laurie has been a BAS member for 25 years along with […]
3 events,
Morning Minyan
Morning Minyan
Zoom ONLY. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members' side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members please contact the office by email for Zoom link.
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Members see dedicated email, Weekly Calendar or Members side of the website for Zoom link.