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Welcome to CBST’s calendar of events! We are the largest LGBTQ synagogue in the world founded by and for our community. Our events, services, music, and special gatherings are open to all thanks to your generous contributions. Join us!

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Upcoming Events

{"701PK00000VCau6YAD":{"name":"The Great Nosh with LDVD","date":"June 22, 2025, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm","description":"Sunday, June 22 | 11:00AM | Governors Island<\/strong><\/p>If you got tickets to The Great Nosh, join L'dor Vador for this Jewish summer picnic on Governors Island. Let us know that you're joining us, and we will share meetup information after you register. Email <a href=\"mailto:mpaisner@cbst.org\" target=\"_blank\">Miriam<\/a> with any questions.<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000O4MtlYAF":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn","date":"June 23, 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"},"701PK00000S4vNnYAJ":{"name":"Multifaith Mondays","date":"June 23, 2025, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Multifaith Mondays: Moral Witness for Democracy - Weekly Vigil<\/strong><\/p>Mondays 5:30-6:00pm\u00a0| Columbus Circle<\/strong>. Gather at the USS Marine statue on the SW corner of Central Park\u00a0|<a href=\"https:\/\/interfaithcenter.org\/multifaith-mondays\/\" target=\"_blank\"> Learn more<\/a><\/p>Through prayer, song, and collective presence, we affirm the power of spiritual resilience in the face of challenges to democratic values. These gatherings serve as a space for reflection, connection, and public witness, reminding us of the shared moral responsibility across faith traditions to uphold justice and human dignity.<\/p>Co-sponsored by CBST.<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000O1R21YAF":{"name":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS","date":"June 24, 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"},"701PK00000O1TyEYAV":{"name":"The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST","date":"June 25, 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"},"701PK00000O1YQ1YAN":{"name":"Democracy! Team Action Group","date":"June 26, 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"},"701PK00000BnAu1YAF":{"name":"Kabbalat Shabbat Service - PRIDE Shabbat 2025","date":"June 27, 2025, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm","description":"With guest speaker Idit Klein, founding CEO of Keshet, and the CBST Community Chorus<\/strong><\/p>Friday, June 27 | 6:30pm<\/strong> | In person at Masonic Hall - main entrance is at 46 W. 24th St. and the accessible entrance is at 71 W. 23rd St. - and <a href=\"https:\/\/cbst.org\/shabbat-holidays\/live\/livestream\/\" target=\"_blank\">livestreaming<\/a> | With ASL interpretation | <a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389779\" target=\"_blank\">Register<\/a><\/p>As President and CEO of Keshet, an organization working for the full equality of LGBTQ+ Jews in Jewish life, Idit Klein<\/strong> built Keshet from a small, local Boston organization into a national force for equality and belonging within the Jewish community as well as the broader world.<\/p>A festive oneg will follow services.<\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389779\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000BnAu2YAF":{"name":"Shabbat Morning - Pride Shabbat","date":"June 28, 2025, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm","description":"Visit This Week's Services for more information!","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000TX1fzYAD":{"name":"Limmud Families with Kids Pride Celebration and Picnic","date":"June 28, 2025, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm","description":"with Rabbi Yael Werber and Limmud B'Shabbat staff<\/strong><\/p>This special event for Limmud students and their families have pizza, cupcakes, and music with Songleader Rachel Chang. It\u2019s going to be a really special day to be together and celebrate!<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000TX8hJYAT":{"name":"NYC Dyke March","date":"June 28, 2025, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm","description":null,"registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000BnAu3YAF":{"name":"Havdalah","date":"June 28, 2025, 9:00 pm - 9:45 pm","description":"Visit This Week's Services for more information!","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000WENyXYAX":{"name":"Jew York Pride","date":"June 29, 2025, 9:00 am - 11:30 am","description":"Sunday, June 29 | 9:00AM | Offsite (Location TBA)<\/strong><\/p>The ability to gather in affirming, joyful community as LGBTQ+ Jews is crucial. All\u00a0are welcome for a festive community bagel brunch before Pride!<\/p>Co-sponsored by: Keshet, CBST, Eshel, JQY, and the Marlene Meyerson JCC<\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000VKO1BYAX":{"name":"CBST at the Pride March","date":"June 29, 2025, 10:30 am - 3:00 pm","description":"Sunday, June 29 | 11:00AM | Location Given After Registration<\/strong><\/p>The NYC Pride March is among the largest LGBTQIA+ civil rights demonstrations in the world. Join the CBST contingent and march with us!<\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000VKO1B\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000O4M5mYAF":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn","date":"June 30, 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"},"701PK00000S5EWrYAN":{"name":"Multifaith Mondays","date":"June 30, 2025, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Multifaith Mondays: Moral Witness for Democracy - Weekly Vigil<\/strong><\/p>Mondays 5:30-6:00pm\u00a0| Columbus Circle<\/strong>. Gather at the USS Marine statue on the SW corner of Central Park\u00a0|<a href=\"https:\/\/interfaithcenter.org\/multifaith-mondays\/\" target=\"_blank\"> Learn more<\/a><\/p>Through prayer, song, and collective presence, we affirm the power of spiritual resilience in the face of challenges to democratic values. These gatherings serve as a space for reflection, connection, and public witness, reminding us of the shared moral responsibility across faith traditions to uphold justice and human dignity.<\/p>Co-sponsored by CBST.<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000WLXrSYAX":{"name":"V\u2019etchanan: Pleading with God","date":"July 2, 2025, 10:00 am - 11:00 am","description":"Wednesdays, July 2-23 | 10:00AM-11:00AM | Zoom<\/strong><\/p>Join Rabbi Werber for a series that delves into one of the most profound moments in the Torah: Moses confronting his own death. In this four-week class, we\u2019ll take a deep look at the final chapter of Moses\u2019s life, and how we can learn from his journey. As Moses comes to terms with his mortality, we\u2019ll explore the stories, emotions, and questions that arise in those moments.\ufeff<\/span><\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000WLXrS\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000VX0DtYAL":{"name":"Emet: Trans & Non-Binary Team Meeting","date":"July 3, 2025, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm","description":"Emet welcomes transgender, non-binary, gender non-conforming, and gender-expansive people, including those who are questioning, to build community and engage politically at CBST.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>Emet meets on the first Thursday of each month. Sign up for Emet Team updates <a href=\"https:\/\/visitor.constantcontact.com\/manage\/optin?v=001peuSb9w_PdB4BtpOEbQymekJVudRSbUkD23SbOtUULmQJMPp4utfapiK9K3NcdjcDkcEVrdQNjE%3D\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 8, 238);\">here<\/u><\/b><\/a> or email <a href=\"mailto:transjews@cbst.org\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 8, 238);\">transjews@cbst.org<\/u><\/b><\/a> for more info. Zoom info will be sent by 5:00pm on Thursday to the Emet mailing list.\u00a0<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000BnAu4YAF":{"name":"Kabbalat Shabbat Service","date":"July 4, 2025, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm","description":"Visit This Week's Services for more information!","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000WBTsMYAX":{"name":"First Fridays Online Oneg","date":"July 4, 2025, 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm","description":"After services ~8:30pm\u00a0<\/strong>|<\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88438607107\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: inherit;\">Zoom<\/strong><\/a><\/p>Join CBST online community members for an informal shmooze after services. We will gather the first Friday of each month after Kabbalat Shabbat services.<\/span><\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000BnAu5YAF":{"name":"Shabbat Morning - Avodat HaLev","date":"July 5, 2025, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm","description":"Visit This Week's Services for more information!","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000BnAu6YAF":{"name":"Havdalah","date":"July 5, 2025, 9:00 pm - 9:45 pm","description":"Visit This Week's Services for more information!","registration":"Registration Not Required"},"701PK00000WIMHVYA5":{"name":"Aging Together Presents: Together in Dance","date":"July 8, 2025, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm","description":"Tuesdays, July 8- August 19 | 4:00-5:30PM<\/strong><\/p>Join CBST's Aging Together and Together in Dance for seven weeks of dancing fun from the comfort of your home or office! Sign up for our Zoom classes that combine swing dancing and creative moment for a class that is active, joyful, and expressive. All levels, abilities, ages, and mobility levels are invited; no prior dance knowledge is needed and accessible variations for all dances are provided.<\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000WIMHV\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000WLNfHYAX":{"name":"V\u2019etchanan: Pleading with God","date":"July 9, 2025, 10:00 am - 11:00 am","description":"Wednesdays, July 2-23 | 10:00AM-11:00AM | Zoom<\/strong><\/p>Join Rabbi Werber for a series that delves into one of the most profound moments in the Torah: Moses confronting his own death. In this four-week class, we\u2019ll take a deep look at the final chapter of Moses\u2019s life, and how we can learn from his journey. As Moses comes to terms with his mortality, we\u2019ll explore the stories, emotions, and questions that arise in those moments.\ufeff<\/span><\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000WLNfH\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000UDkOjYAL":{"name":"Davar Chadash: Text Study By and For Trans Community","date":"July 9, 2025, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm","description":"Wednesday, May 14 | Continuing the 2nd Wednesday of the Month | 7:00pm | In person only | <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetorahstudio.org\/davar-chadash\" target=\"_blank\">Register<\/strong><\/a><\/p> <\/p>When we learn sacred texts together, we create communal resilience. Davar Chadash is an in-person text study group by and for trans community. As the world closes in and doubles down on transphobia, we are turning to Judaism's oldest tactic for spiritual survival: communal text study. Join us each month for kosher snacks, schmoozing, and the kind of learning that keeps us going through persecution. Your Davar Chadash facilitator is Lexi Kohanski (she\/her), the Director of Online Learning at the Torah Studio and the force behind the brand T4Torah.<\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000UzwkAYAR":{"name":"Shabbat Sits Meditation","date":"July 11, 2025, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"In person and on <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/82496404394\" target=\"_blank\">Zoom<\/a><\/p>Bring in Shabbat in peace by joining Shabbat Sits for silent meditation before Kabbalat Shabbat services.<\/p>","registration":"Registration Not Required"}}

Calendar

Upcoming Events

The Great Nosh with LDVD

Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn

Multifaith Mondays

Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS

The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST

Democracy! Team Action Group

Kabbalat Shabbat Service - PRIDE Shabbat 2025

Shabbat Morning - Pride Shabbat

Limmud Families with Kids Pride Celebration and Picnic

NYC Dyke March

Havdalah

Jew York Pride

CBST at the Pride March

Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn

Multifaith Mondays

V’etchanan: Pleading with God

Emet: Trans & Non-Binary Team Meeting

Kabbalat Shabbat Service

First Fridays Online Oneg

Shabbat Morning - Avodat HaLev

Havdalah

Aging Together Presents: Together in Dance

V’etchanan: Pleading with God

Davar Chadash: Text Study By and For Trans Community

Shabbat Sits Meditation

CBST Annual Appeal

Sponsor an upcoming Shabbat!

Calendar

Upcoming Events

The Great Nosh with LDVD

Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn

Multifaith Mondays

Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS

The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST

Democracy! Team Action Group

Kabbalat Shabbat Service - PRIDE Shabbat 2025

Shabbat Morning - Pride Shabbat

Limmud Families with Kids Pride Celebration and Picnic

NYC Dyke March

Havdalah

Jew York Pride

CBST at the Pride March

Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn

Multifaith Mondays

V’etchanan: Pleading with God

Emet: Trans & Non-Binary Team Meeting

Kabbalat Shabbat Service

First Fridays Online Oneg

Shabbat Morning - Avodat HaLev

Havdalah

Aging Together Presents: Together in Dance

V’etchanan: Pleading with God

Davar Chadash: Text Study By and For Trans Community

Shabbat Sits Meditation

CBST Annual Appeal

Sponsor an upcoming Shabbat!

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