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5 events,
Shorashim Program
Shorashim Program
BAS member and Non-member families: please join us with your young children. 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 and other activities. Feel free […]
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 […]
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.
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.
Hebrew Reading Group
Hebrew Reading Group
The Hebrew Reading Chug, focused on contemporary Israeli literature, mostly novels, was formed in the 1970s by a group of White Plains residents from local synagogues. Now we continue on Zoom, reading our prepared pages aloud. Our Hebrew backgrounds and skills differ, but all members share a love of the Hebrew language and have some experience […]
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 […]
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.
BAS Better Together
BAS Better Together
Thanks to a generous grant from Better Togetherᵀᴹ, BAS teens and older adults meet monthly to share stories, learn about each other and ourselves, connect over our Jewish values, and cook Jewish foods. Dates: November 30 December 14 January 11 February 8 March 1 March 29 May 10: Final Session and Closing Reception
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.
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) […]
Bereavement Group
Bereavement Group
Join our group for congregants who have lost loved ones in the past two years. The group will meet monthly at Bet Am Shalom, with a facilitator from Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS), to share experiences with others who are going through something similar. If you would like to join this group, please contact Elise […]
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 […]
LGBTQ+ Program Planning Zoom
LGBTQ+ Program Planning Zoom
Help us plan LGBTQ+ Programming at Bet Am Shalom this year. Do you have ideas about other BAS programs to celebrate and support our LGBTQ+ members and their families? Would you like to be involved in the planning? All ages welcome! On Zoom. Register for Zoom link Questions?
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
Shabbat Kulanu
Join us for our intergenerational, family-friendly, community Kabbalat Shabbat Service followed by a catered dairy entree dinner with potluck sides and desserts at 6:45 pm. We welcome BAS members and non-members alike - feel free to invite family, friends, and neighbors! Questions? MORE INFORMATION AND SIGN UP HERE
2 events,
Acharei Kiddush: Refugee Shabbat
Acharei Kiddush: Refugee Shabbat
Join us to commemorate Refugee Shabbat with an enlightening Acharei Kiddush with live Ukrainian music and a speaker. Yana Hotynian, a Ukranian pianist will play traditional music. Learn about BAS’s involvement in a Welcome Circle and our work to resettle refugees. Hear a recent refugee from Ukraine share her story of how she fled her […]
4 events,
BAS Together: Israeli Dancing
BAS Together: Israeli Dancing
Whether you have no experience, need a refresher or have done it all your life, join us to learn steps to a variety of Israeli dances with fellow BAS members, ages 15 and up. Taught by our new(ish) member, Steve Elson. Steve first began Israeli folk dancing at Camp Ramah when he was 13 and […]
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 […]
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.
Hebrew Reading Group
Hebrew Reading Group
The Hebrew Reading Chug, focused on contemporary Israeli literature, mostly novels, was formed in the 1970s by a group of White Plains residents from local synagogues. Now we continue on Zoom, reading our prepared pages aloud. Our Hebrew backgrounds and skills differ, but all members share a love of the Hebrew language and have some experience […]
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 […]
4 events,
Erev Passover/First Seder
Shacharit and Siyyum B’chorim Service
Shacharit and Siyyum B’chorim Service
In person and streamed. Members see Weekly Calendar or Members side of the website for Zoom link. Non-members may contact the office for the Zoom link.
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,
BAS Office Closed
Passover/Second Seder
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.
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Virtual Shabbat Candlelighting
Members see dedicated email, Weekly Calendar or Members side of the website for Zoom link.
3 events,
Acharei Kiddush: The Concept of Reparations
Acharei Kiddush: The Concept of Reparations
Rabbi Bronstein will give Jewish perspectives on “Reparations.” Rev. Lee Trollinger of Calvary Baptist Church, White Plains will join Rabbi Bronstein in discussion. In person and streamed. Register for streaming link here.
3 events,
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.
6 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.
Hebrew Reading Group
Hebrew Reading Group
The Hebrew Reading Chug, focused on contemporary Israeli literature, mostly novels, was formed in the 1970s by a group of White Plains residents from local synagogues. Now we continue on Zoom, reading our prepared pages aloud. Our Hebrew backgrounds and skills differ, but all members share a love of the Hebrew language and have some experience […]
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 […]
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.
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.
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 American Pastoral by Phillip Roth. This meeting will be led by Amy Weiner. Members see Weekly Calendar, dedicated email or Member side of the website 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.
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,
BAS Together: Israeli Dancing
BAS Together: Israeli Dancing
Whether you have no experience, need a refresher or have done it all your life, join us to learn steps to a variety of Israeli dances with fellow BAS members, ages 15 and up. Taught by our new(ish) member, Steve Elson. Steve first began Israeli folk dancing at Camp Ramah when he was 13 and […]
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: Preparing for Spring–Lessons from the BAS Garden
BAS Together: Preparing for Spring–Lessons from the BAS Garden
BAS members join BAS congregant and experienced gardener, Penny Grossman, for three hands-on sessions on outdoor gardening. Penny is head of the BAS garden committee, which is responsible for the beautiful landscaping and plantings around the BAS campus. Bring your gloves, pruners, questions, and enthusiasm. 3 sessions: March 12: Lessons from the BAS Garden March […]
Israel, the Dreams of 1967 and the Reality of 2023
Israel, the Dreams of 1967 and the Reality of 2023
Join us on Zoom as we join other White Plains synagogues in co-sponsoring the Westchester Jewish Council Jewish Literacy Initiative event featuring guest speaker Yossi Klein Halevi. See flyer for details. The program is free; registration is required. REGISTER
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.
5 events,
Yom Hasho’ah
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.
Hebrew Reading Group
Hebrew Reading Group
The Hebrew Reading Chug, focused on contemporary Israeli literature, mostly novels, was formed in the 1970s by a group of White Plains residents from local synagogues. Now we continue on Zoom, reading our prepared pages aloud. Our Hebrew backgrounds and skills differ, but all members share a love of the Hebrew language and have some experience […]
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 […]
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.
Adversity, Autonomy and Aging
Adversity, Autonomy and Aging
Join long-time member and a BAS founder, Joey Kellman, for a 3-session group discussion inspired by Being Mortal by Atul Gawande.* Wednesdays, April 19, April 26 and May 3 In person only at BAS. Feel free to arrive early and join others for a bring-your-own vegetarian bag lunch before the program. Space is limited and registration […]
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,
3 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 […]
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.
5 events,
Yom Hazikaron
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.
Hebrew Reading Group
Hebrew Reading Group
The Hebrew Reading Chug, focused on contemporary Israeli literature, mostly novels, was formed in the 1970s by a group of White Plains residents from local synagogues. Now we continue on Zoom, reading our prepared pages aloud. Our Hebrew backgrounds and skills differ, but all members share a love of the Hebrew language and have some experience […]
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 […]
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 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,
7 events,
Religious School Open House
Religious School Open House
On April 30 and May 7, Torah La’am, our K-12th grade religious school program is offering Open House Tours to all interested families. Personalized tours begin at 9:30, 10:00, and 10:30 am, and you can sign up here. Children are welcome to join a classroom or stay with their parents during the tour. For any […]
Shorashim Program
Shorashim Program
BAS member and Non-member families: please join us with your young children. Topic this Month: Israel 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 and […]
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 […]
Reckonings: The First Reparations
Reckonings: The First Reparations
Come together in recognition of Holocaust Remembrance Day and watch the recently-produced documentary, Reckonings, which recounts the original negotiations with Germany in 1952 over reparations in the aftermath of the Holocaust. The film was recently released in honor of the 70th anniversary of the agreements. After the film, hear Jonny Segal speak about the film, […]
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.
Hebrew Reading Group
Hebrew Reading Group
The Hebrew Reading Chug, focused on contemporary Israeli literature, mostly novels, was formed in the 1970s by a group of White Plains residents from local synagogues. Now we continue on Zoom, reading our prepared pages aloud. Our Hebrew backgrounds and skills differ, but all members share a love of the Hebrew language and have some experience […]
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.
3 events,
Shabbat No’ar (Youth Shabbat)
Shabbat No’ar (Youth Shabbat)
On this special Shabbat, our Torah La’am students, K-12, partner with Rabbi Bronstein and Cantor Schiller to lead parts of the regular Shabbat morning service, including prayers, Torah reading, and drash (Torah commentary). Non-members welcome! Contact Education Director Lisa Jacobs for more information.
Acharei Kiddush: Original Jewish Short Stories Part I
Acharei Kiddush: Original Jewish Short Stories Part I
Original Jewish Short Stories written and read by members of Bet Am Shalom. Readers will be: Dan Jaffe Anne Corey Dan Heyman Part II June 3. In person and on Zoom. Zoom registration link to come. Questions?