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Upcoming Events

{"701PK00000BnAt6YAF":{"name":"Shabbat Morning - Liberal","date":"February 22, 2025, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm","description":"Visit This Week's Services for more information!","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000IWKkVYAX":{"name":"Limmud B'Shabbat","date":"February 22, 2025, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":null,"registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/cbst.org\/learning\/children\/limmud-bshabbat\/\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000IWZTJYA5":{"name":"Alef-Bet Shabbat","date":"February 22, 2025, 11:45 am - 12:30 pm","description":"To learn more, visit https:\/\/cbst.org\/learning\/children\/alef-bet-shabbat\/<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000IWVHdYAP":{"name":"Teen Track","date":"February 22, 2025, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm","description":null,"registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389677?tfa_3890=1\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000BnAt7YAF":{"name":"Havdalah","date":"February 22, 2025, 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm","description":"Visit This Week's Services for more information!","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000Nzv90YAB":{"name":"Aleinu Sunday Study","date":"February 23, 2025, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm","description":"Start your week off mindfully with an intimate, virtual text study. Enjoy small group discussions and texts from the comfort of your own home.\u00a0To receive the Zoom link, simply email <\/span><a href=\"mailto:aleinu@cbst.org\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 8, 238); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\">aleinu@cbst.org<\/a><\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"mailto:aleinu@cbst.org\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000QDzgKYAT":{"name":"Judaism, Baseball and You\u2014Extra Innings Watch Party: 'The Natural'","date":"February 23, 2025, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm","description":"Judaism, Baseball and You\u2014Extra Innings Watch Party: "The Natural"<\/strong><\/p>Sunday, February 23\u00a0|\u00a03:00pm <\/strong>| <\/span><a href=\"https:\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87863267398\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: black;\">Zoom<\/a><\/p>The Natural is a 1984 American sports film starring Robert Redford, Robert Duvall, Glenn Close, and Kim Basinger. Like the novel, the film is about a middle-aged unknown who comes seemingly out of nowhere to become a legendary baseball player with almost supernatural talent.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000O49dDYAR":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn","date":"February 24, 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"Join a weekly Mishpachah gathering every Monday evening at 5:00pm via Zoom. Bring your dinner or a snack and get together with your mishpachah - your CBST family.\u00a0Mishpachah is a CBST social and cultural group, diverse in its membership and informal in nature, attracting\u00a0those over the age of 55 while welcoming all for a truly inter-generational experience. The group's goals are building friendship, fun, networking and mutual support.\u00a0<\/p>MEETING INFORMATION<\/strong><\/p>Join Zoom Meeting:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/513521023\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: rgb(39, 134, 194);\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/513521023<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>Meeting ID: 513 521 023\ufeff<\/strong><\/p>Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York)<\/strong><\/p>When you <a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389382\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 238);\">CONTRIBUTE<\/u><\/strong><\/a> to CBST, you make a meaningful statement.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/cbst.org\/sites\/cbst.org\/files\/images\/Zoom%20Instructions_0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(39, 134, 194); font-size: inherit; font-family: inherit;\">Zoom Instructions & Etiquette<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p><ul><li>All classes & programs will be locked at their start time. Please arrive 10 minutes early.\u00a0We appreciate your understanding as we strive to provide the best possible experience for program participants & leaders.<\/strong><\/li><li>MUTE your computer microphone, phone or other device until you are invited to speak.<\/li><li>To protect the sacred nature of our services, classes, & programs,\u00a0please make sure that when you join us via Zoom, that your \u201cdisplay name\u201d is your actual first and last name. As in our Sanctuary, no photography is allowed.<\/li><\/ul>Help! I Need Tech Support! Please text +1 646 450 3556 for immediate assistance<\/strong><\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000PVO9QYAX":{"name":"Inviting Order\u00a0with Rabbi Mike Moskowitz","date":"February 24, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm","description":"Inviting Order with Rabbi Mike Moskowitz<\/p>6 Sessions, Mondays, 6:00pm-7:00pm, via Zoom<\/p>Schedule: February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31.<\/p>Tuition: $150 - For CBST Members and $250 - For Non-Members<\/p> <\/p>This in-depth study of the Passover Haggadah will explore the text as an invitation to reorganize the world to the way it should be.\u00a0<\/p> <\/p>The word seder means \u201corder\u201d and we will examine the rituals of the Seder night as a way of reflecting on the brokenness of the world as a means of plotting a path to fix it.<\/p> <\/p>New outlooks on this classic book will be provided by original insights on the themes of\u202fleil seder, the night of organizing. Open to all, no Hebrew proficiency is required.\u00a0<\/p> <\/p>For full registration details, visit: https:\/\/cbst.org\/lehrhaus<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000PVXnkYAH":{"name":"The Blessings of Shabbat Morning\u00a0with CCRI Alana Krivo-Kaufman","date":"February 24, 2025, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm","description":"The Blessings of Shabbat Morning with CCRI Alana Krivo-Kaufman<\/p>6 Sessions, Mondays, 7:00pm-8:00pm, via Zoom<\/p>Schedule: February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31.<\/p>Tuition: $150 - For CBST Members and $250 - For Non-Members<\/p> <\/p>Come take a deep dive into the Saturday morning service. This class will include creating your own relationship with the prayers of Shabbat morning through crafting your own shvitim (visual prayer anchors), exploring the embodied movements of the service and writing your own interpretive prayers.\u00a0<\/p> <\/p>Join us on this journey of finding your own meaning in the structure and flow of the Shabbat Morning service.\u00a0<\/p> <\/p>This course is open to all, regardless of Hebrew proficiency, or previous knowledge of Jewish text. All are welcome!\u00a0<\/p> <\/p>For full registration details, visit: https:\/\/cbst.org\/lehrhaus<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000PVb3JYAT":{"name":"Advanced Talmud\u00a0with Rabbi Mike Moskowitz","date":"February 25, 2025, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm","description":"Advanced Talmud with Rabbi Mike Moskowitz<\/p>6 Sessions, Tuesdays, 3:00pm-4:00pm, via Zoom<\/p>Schedule: Feb 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April1.<\/p>Tuition: $150 - For CBST Members and $250 - For Non-Members<\/p> <\/p>This is an ongoing class. If you are a new student interested in joining, please contact RabbiMoskowitz@cbst.org<\/p> <\/p>For full registration details, visit: https:\/\/cbst.org\/lehrhaus<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000PVbBNYA1":{"name":"Jewish Queer Star Trek: The Next Generation\u00a0with Rabbi James & Cantor Sam Rosen","date":"February 25, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm","description":"Jewish Queer Star Trek: The Next Generation with Rabbi Marisa James and Cantor Sam Rosen<\/p>6 Sessions, Tuesdays, 6:00pm-7:00pm, via Zoom<\/p>Schedule: Feb 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April1.<\/p>Tuition: $150 - For CBST Members and $250 - For Non-Members<\/p> <\/p>Continue the journey of seeking out new life and new civilizations in \u201cJewish Queer Star Trek: The Next Generation!\u201d We will explore Trek movies and series beyond what was covered in the first course, exploring the ways Trek continues to break barriers of race, gender, and sexual orientation in our current golden age.\u00a0<\/p> <\/p>Class will include watching excerpts of Star Trek TV episodes and movies as well as lively discussion. Boldly go with us into themes of gender, social justice, family relations, spirituality, and more, through a queer and Jewish lens.\u00a0<\/p> <\/p>Whether you've loved Andorians for years, hated them for decades, or have no idea what an Andorian is - you are welcome!<\/p> <\/p>For full registration details, visit: https:\/\/cbst.org\/lehrhaus<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000O1M5dYAF":{"name":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS","date":"February 25, 2025, 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:programs@cbst.org\" target=\"_blank\">programs@cbst.org<\/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"},"701PK00000PVTT0YAP":{"name":"The Jewish Bookshelf: Introduction to Torah Commentary\u00a0with Rabbi Yael Werber","date":"February 25, 2025, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm","description":"The Jewish Bookshelf: Introduction to Torah Commentary with Rabbi Yael Werber<\/p>6 Sessions, Tuesdays, 7:00pm-8:00pm, via Zoom<\/p>Schedule: Feb 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April1.<\/p>Tuition: $150 - For CBST Members and $250 - For Non-Members<\/p> <\/p>This class is offered exclusively for students enrolled in the Adult B*Mitzvah cohort.\u00a0<\/p> <\/p>Students will explore a core Jewish text with commentary through different time periods, lenses, and methodologies.<\/p> <\/p>For full registration details, visit: https:\/\/cbst.org\/lehrhaus<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000O1UflYAF":{"name":"The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST","date":"February 26, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm","description":"Join The Ark at CBST - our weekly asylum legal clinic on Zoom! All volunteers MUST complete a training. If you have not yet completed a training and would like to receive more information about the clinic, please email sanctuary@cbst.org. All active clinic volunteers can find information to join the clinic in our weekly newsletter email.<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000O1J1EYAV":{"name":"Democracy! Team Action Group","date":"February 27, 2025, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm","description":"Join us for a revamped\u00a0RESISTANCE: Calls & Cards meets Democracy Action Team\u00a0<\/strong>meeting via Zoom!<\/p>See below for Zoom info to join.<\/em><\/p>Thursdays,\u00a012:30-1:15pm<\/strong>\u00a0we host our weekly advocacy sessions via Zoom. Welcoming stalwarts as well as newcomers we will provide information and support to anyone interested in participating in vital political and social justice work around the key issues we face as Americans and as progressive Jews. We\u2019ll help you make your voice heard by contacting elected officials and key figures in city, state and federal government through texting, emailing, calling and sending letters and postcards.\u00a0<\/p>Some areas we work on:\u00a0<\/strong>Voter protection\/access\/registration\/turnout. Immigration. Refugee protections. Protecting the Environment. Common sense gun laws. Ending mass incarceration. Education reform. Healthcare. The fight against rising antisemitism and racism and bigotry in all forms.<\/p>ZOOM INFO<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>Join Zoom Meeting:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87441818544\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: rgb(39, 134, 194);\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87441818544<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>Meeting ID: 874 4181 8544<\/strong><\/p>Call-in: +1 646 876 9923\u00a0(New York)<\/strong><\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/cbst.org\/sites\/cbst.org\/files\/images\/Zoom%20Instructions_0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(39, 134, 194); font-size: inherit; font-family: inherit;\">Zoom Instructions & Etiquette<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p><ul><li>Please arrive 10 minutes early. We appreciate your understanding as we strive to provide the best possible experience for program participants & leaders.<\/strong><\/li><li>MUTE your computer microphone, phone or other device until you are invited to speak.<\/li><li>To protect the sacred nature of our services, please make sure that when you join us via Zoom, that your \u201cdisplay name\u201d is updated.<\/li><li>As in our Sanctuary, no photography is allowed.<\/li><\/ul><a href=\"https:\/\/cbst.org\/content\/democracy-action-teamresistance\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(39, 134, 194); font-size: inherit; font-family: inherit;\">Click here for more info on\u00a0Democracy Action Team\/Resistance!<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000PVUoFYAX":{"name":"I\u2019m Coming Out: The Book of Exodus\u00a0with Rabbi Jason Klein","date":"February 27, 2025, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm","description":"I\u2019m Coming Out: The Book of Exodus with Rabbi Jason Klein<\/p>6 Sessions, Thursdays, 7:00pm-8:00pm, via Zoom<\/p>Schedule: Feb 27, March 6, 20, 27 April 3, 10.<\/p>Tuition: $150 - For CBST Members and $250 - For Non-Members<\/p> <\/p>Using the Torah\u2019s own words, traditional and contemporary midrash and commentary, and the experiences of oppression and liberation in our own lives, we will explore the quintessential Jewish story of physical and spiritual coming out.\u00a0<\/p> <\/p>All are welcome, no Hebrew proficiency is required.<\/p> <\/p>For full registration details, visit: https:\/\/cbst.org\/lehrhaus<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000R2kNSYAZ":{"name":"Shabbat Sits Meditation","date":"February 28, 2025, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"In person and On <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/82496404394\" target=\"_blank\">Zoom<\/a> | Join Shabbat Sits, a CBST meditation group, once a month on Friday evenings for silent meditation before Kabbalat Shabbat services. We\u2019ll meet\u00a0in person in the Kuriel Chapel and on Zoom, for 30 to 40 minutes.\u00a0Subsequent dates are March 28, April 11, May 23, and June 6.\u00a0<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000BnAt8YAF":{"name":"Kabbalat Shabbat Service - Refugee Shabbat","date":"February 28, 2025, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm","description":"Visit This Week's Services for more information!","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000BnAt9YAF":{"name":"Shabbat Morning - Avodat HaLev","date":"March 1, 2025, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm","description":"Visit This Week's Services for more information!","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000BnAtAYAV":{"name":"Havdalah","date":"March 1, 2025, 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm","description":"Visit This Week's Services for more information!","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000O49bbYAB":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn","date":"March 3, 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"Join a weekly Mishpachah gathering every Monday evening at 5:00pm via Zoom. Bring your dinner or a snack and get together with your mishpachah - your CBST family.\u00a0Mishpachah is a CBST social and cultural group, diverse in its membership and informal in nature, attracting\u00a0those over the age of 55 while welcoming all for a truly inter-generational experience. The group's goals are building friendship, fun, networking and mutual support.\u00a0<\/p>MEETING INFORMATION<\/strong><\/p>Join Zoom Meeting:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/513521023\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: rgb(39, 134, 194);\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/513521023<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>Meeting ID: 513 521 023\ufeff<\/strong><\/p>Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York)<\/strong><\/p>When you <a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389382\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 238);\">CONTRIBUTE<\/u><\/strong><\/a> to CBST, you make a meaningful statement.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/cbst.org\/sites\/cbst.org\/files\/images\/Zoom%20Instructions_0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(39, 134, 194); font-size: inherit; font-family: inherit;\">Zoom Instructions & Etiquette<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p><ul><li>All classes & programs will be locked at their start time. Please arrive 10 minutes early.\u00a0We appreciate your understanding as we strive to provide the best possible experience for program participants & leaders.<\/strong><\/li><li>MUTE your computer microphone, phone or other device until you are invited to speak.<\/li><li>To protect the sacred nature of our services, classes, & programs,\u00a0please make sure that when you join us via Zoom, that your \u201cdisplay name\u201d is your actual first and last name. As in our Sanctuary, no photography is allowed.<\/li><\/ul>Help! I Need Tech Support! Please text +1 646 450 3556 for immediate assistance<\/strong><\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000O1R3hYAF":{"name":"Long COVID Support Group","date":"March 3, 2025, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm","description":"First Monday of each month, 6:30-7:30 p.m., via Zoom<\/p>Once a month, join Rabbi James for a dedicated space for those living with long COVID of any kind.\u00a0Connect with others, share experiences in a supportive community, and get spiritual sustenance for the path ahead.<\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389386?tfa_2956=7013t0000023P65\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000O1KZzYAN":{"name":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS","date":"March 4, 2025, 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:programs@cbst.org\" target=\"_blank\">programs@cbst.org<\/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"},"701PK00000O1F44YAF":{"name":"The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST","date":"March 5, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm","description":"Join The Ark at CBST - our weekly asylum legal clinic on Zoom! All volunteers MUST complete a training. If you have not yet completed a training and would like to receive more information about the clinic, please email sanctuary@cbst.org. All active clinic volunteers can find information to join the clinic in our weekly newsletter email.<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"}}

Calendar

Upcoming Events

Shabbat Morning - Liberal

Limmud B'Shabbat

Alef-Bet Shabbat

Teen Track

Havdalah

Aleinu Sunday Study

Judaism, Baseball and You—Extra Innings Watch Party: 'The Natural'

Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn

Inviting Order with Rabbi Mike Moskowitz

The Blessings of Shabbat Morning with CCRI Alana Krivo-Kaufman

Advanced Talmud with Rabbi Mike Moskowitz

Jewish Queer Star Trek: The Next Generation with Rabbi James & Cantor Sam Rosen

Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS

The Jewish Bookshelf: Introduction to Torah Commentary with Rabbi Yael Werber

The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST

Democracy! Team Action Group

I’m Coming Out: The Book of Exodus with Rabbi Jason Klein

Shabbat Sits Meditation

Kabbalat Shabbat Service - Refugee Shabbat

Shabbat Morning - Avodat HaLev

Havdalah

Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn

Long COVID Support Group

Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS

The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST

CBST Annual Appeal

Sponsor an upcoming Shabbat!

Calendar

Upcoming Events

Shabbat Morning - Liberal

Limmud B'Shabbat

Alef-Bet Shabbat

Teen Track

Havdalah

Aleinu Sunday Study

Judaism, Baseball and You—Extra Innings Watch Party: 'The Natural'

Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn

Inviting Order with Rabbi Mike Moskowitz

The Blessings of Shabbat Morning with CCRI Alana Krivo-Kaufman

Advanced Talmud with Rabbi Mike Moskowitz

Jewish Queer Star Trek: The Next Generation with Rabbi James & Cantor Sam Rosen

Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS

The Jewish Bookshelf: Introduction to Torah Commentary with Rabbi Yael Werber

The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST

Democracy! Team Action Group

I’m Coming Out: The Book of Exodus with Rabbi Jason Klein

Shabbat Sits Meditation

Kabbalat Shabbat Service - Refugee Shabbat

Shabbat Morning - Avodat HaLev

Havdalah

Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn

Long COVID Support Group

Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS

The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST

CBST Annual Appeal

Sponsor an upcoming Shabbat!

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