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Crisis in Israel

The devastating news from Israel is so painful, and we suspect that many of you are feeling the shock, anger, sadness, and deep desire to help that we feel. We stand with all those who are working, even now, especially now, to take care of each other, to heal, to build, to imagine a future in which these horrors do not happen.

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50 and Fabulous

50 YEARS OF CBST

50 and Fabulous

Join CBST in celebrating 50 years with music and merriment. Help fortify the future of CBST with your generous contribution, enjoy a musical journey of our rich history and dance the night away!

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Lehrhaus Judaica Adult Education

Lehrhaus Judaica

Adult Education Classes

Lehrhaus Judaica is CBST’s Adult Education program: classes of all levels and interests, taught by inspiring instructors. Registration is now open for our Fall Term, including Hebrew classes, Current Issues in Israel, Repro Rights, Liturgy and more!

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50 years of CBST

Celebrate with us.

CBST is fifty years young! We've come a long way since 1973. Learn about our year-long anniversary events and celebrate with us.

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Congregation Beit Simchat Torah

All are welcome.

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Straight, Jewish. People of all sexual orientations and all gender identities are always welcome at CBST.

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Kabbalat Shabbat

Pray with us.

Welcome Shabbat at CBST! Join our livestreamed services, open to all with no registration required.

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Congregation Beit Simchat Torah (CBST) is a vibrant spiritual community and a progressive voice within Judaism.

The Latest

Shabbat Toldot

Rabbi Kleinbaum considers the grief and fear currently felt by Israelis and Palestinians and also by Jacob and Esau.

50th Anniversary Oneg: Chapter 11: “Transforming Our World”

Ruth Berman, Amy Chasanoff, and Randi Weingarten on their roles in the lawsuit that led to NYC domestic partner benefits.

Transgender Day of Remembrance 2023

We're so grateful to Logann for sharing original writing and to Rafaela for reading the Memorial Prayer for TDOR.

Events

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Thank you for considering a contribution to help support Adult Education at CBST.<\/p>Join Zoom Meeting: <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/86308322869\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 8, 238);\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/86308322869<\/a><\/p>Meeting ID: 863 0832 2869<\/p>Call-in: +1 (646) 876-9923 (New York)<\/p>Recordings will be made available at <a href=\"https:\/\/cbst.org\/learning\/lehrhaus\/class-recordings\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 8, 238);\">cbst.org\/learning\/lehrhaus\/class-recordings\/<\/a><\/p>To join the Google group to stay in the loop and receive emails about the class, please send your name and email address to <a href=\"mailto:psalmofferings@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 8, 238);\">psalmofferings@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389386?tfa_2956=7013t0000023PBF\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK000002CTgFYAW":{"name":"Advanced Talmud Study with Rabbi Moskowitz","date":"November 28, 2023, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm","description":"Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m., Ongoing<\/p>Taught by Rabbi Mike Moskowitz<\/p>This in-depth study group is for advanced students who have demonstrated a certain level of proficiency.\u00a0<\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/cbst.org\/lehrhaus-judaica-adult-education\/\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"7013t0000023PHOAA2":{"name":"Together in Dance with Aging Together and DOROT","date":"November 28, 2023, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"Tuesdays: Oct 17, 24, 31; Nov 7, 14, 28; Dec 5 | 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. | Via Zoom <\/strong>| <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389386?tfa_2956=7013t0000023PGt\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 8, 238);\">Register \u00bb<\/strong><\/a><\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/cbst.org\/AgingTogether\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 8, 238);\">CBST<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/dorotusa.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 8, 238);\">DOROT<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.togetherindance.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 8, 238);\">Together in Dance (TID)<\/a> are thrilled to partner in this seven-week long online intergenerational singing and dancing residency. CBST participants and DOROT teens will sing a classic musical theater song, write our own original lyrics, and create expressive dance phrases including choreography to accompany the songs. The seven weeks will culminate in a sharing and celebration with our communities.\u00a0<\/p>In this no-judgment zone, the emphasis is on using the performing arts to connect to one another and foster creative expression. Previous participants felt the program was inspiring, fun, beneficial, and promoted camaraderie, even through Zoom!<\/p>No previous performing arts background is necessary; the program is inclusive of all physical abilities including people sitting in chairs. The focus is on fun and creativity!<\/p>About the Facilitators:<\/strong> Louise Heit-Radwell is a professional choreographer\/dancer and teaching artist who has worked for TID since 2007. Sabrina Chapadjiev is a professional musician, songwriter, musical director, and teaching artist who has been with TID for over 12 years.<\/p>Registration includes all 7 weeks. Registrants will receive zoom info via email by 12:00 p.m. the day of each program.<\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/cbst.org\/registration-closed\/\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"7013t000002Bos8AAC":{"name":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS","date":"November 28, 2023, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm","description":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS\u200b <\/strong><\/p>Tuesdays,\u00a05-7pm<\/em><\/p>Living Successfully with HIV\/AIDS runs\u00a0weekly every Tuesday evening from 5-7pm.\u00a0Group will be conducted online via Zoom. Please email\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:jkatz@cbst.org\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 173, 183); font-family: inherit;\">Jkatz@cbst.org<\/u><\/a>\u00a0to receive the Zoom info to participate.\u00a0<\/p>Join our weekly supportive social gathering \u2013 shmooze with Rabbi James, share stories, and compare notes about what it means to be living successfully with HIV \/ AIDS. Sessions led by Scott A. Kramer, LCSW-R, ACSW. This group is for adults of any age who want to build community and support.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>This project was funded by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene through a contract with Public Health Solutions.<\/em><\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"}}

Families with Children

CBST offers opportunities for families with children to discover Jewish celebration, education and connection.

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Be a part of CBST wherever you are! Shabbat and holiday services are livestreamed to CBST members and friends worldwide.

Congregation Beit Simchat Torah (CBST) is a vibrant spiritual community and a progressive voice within Judaism.

The Latest

Shabbat Toldot

50th Anniversary Oneg: Chapter 11: “Transforming Our World”

Transgender Day of Remembrance 2023

Events

Intro to Mishnah with Rabbi Moskowitz

Advanced Talmud Study with Rabbi Moskowitz

Together in Dance with Aging Together and DOROT

Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS

Families with Children

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