Upcoming Events

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{"701PK00000nV1AQYA0":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday","date":"July 20, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"Mishpachah Monday 5:00\u20136:00pm<\/strong> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 20px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\">Zoom<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>With Diane Burhenne<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>Diane Burhenne, PhD, has been a member of CBST since the early 80\u2019s. She was an active member of CBST\u2019s \u201cLOC\u201d - Lesbian Outreach Committee, and is currently part of the Chesed team. Diane is a practicing clinical psychologist, an avid fountain pen and calligraphy enthusiast, and a longtime women\u2019s basketball fan.<\/span><\/p>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. Mishpachah is a CBST social and cultural group, diverse in its membership and informal in nature, attracting those 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. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 16px; color: rgb(4, 105, 193);\">Join us on Zoom!<\/a><\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu0jYAC":{"name":"Multifaith Mondays","date":"July 20, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Multifaith Mondays: Moral Witness for Democracy - Weekly Vigil Mondays 5:30-6:00pm | Columbus Circle. Gather at the USS Marine statue on the SW corner of Central Park 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. Co-sponsored by CBST.","registration":null},"701PK00000uPGhHYAW":{"name":"Judaism, Baseball and You\u2014 Extra Innings Zoom Watch Party: Field of Dreams","date":"July 20, 2026, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm","description":"Monday, July 20 | 7:00pm |<\/span> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87315312289\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">Zoom<\/a><\/p>Join us to watch\u00a0<\/span>Field of Dreams<\/strong><\/p>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>Field of Dreams is a 1989 American sports fantasy drama film written and directed by Phil Alden Robinson, and based on Canadian novelist W. P. Kinsella's 1982 novel Shoeless Joe. The film stars Kevin Costner as a farmer who builds a baseball field in his cornfield that attracts the ghosts of baseball legends, including Shoeless Joe Jackson (Ray Liotta) and the Chicago Black Sox. Amy Madigan, James Earl Jones, and Burt Lancaster (in his final film role before his death in 1994) also star.<\/p> <\/p>Hope you can join us! Invite a friend.<\/p>No registration required<\/p>\u00a0<\/p>Here's the Zoom information:<\/p><table class=\"ql-table-blob\" style=\"width: 139pt;\" width=\"185\"><colgroup><col width=\"185\" style=\"width: 139pt;\"><\/col><\/colgroup><tbody><tr height=\"32\" style=\"height: 24pt;\"><td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" class=\"xl36\" width=\"185\" height=\"32\" style=\"padding-top: 1px; padding-right: 1px; padding-left: 1px; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); font-size: 10pt; text-decoration: underline; font-family: Arial; border-width: medium; border-style: none; border-color: currentcolor; width: 139pt; height: 24pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87863267398\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87863267398<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table> <\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000uggNbYAI":{"name":"Aging Alone Together - For Solo Agers and Everyone","date":"July 21, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":"CBST Aging Together is partnering once again with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dorotusa.org\/programs\/aging-alone-together\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">DOROT<\/u><\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>in their flagship program for solo agers and for <\/span>all<\/u> of us. Over the course of six weeks, trained facilitators and discussion group leaders will guide you through topics related to your aging journey, including building community, housing considerations, financial and legal matters and more. Whether you're living alone, feeling isolated or looking to build community, welcome!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p> <\/p>Six Tuesdays, July 7 \u2013 August 11, 2026 <\/strong>|<\/span> 11:00AM-12:30PM EST <\/strong>|<\/span> Zoom\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>We will be joined by members of DOROT, CBST, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sageusa.org\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">SAGE,<\/u><\/a> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waygay.org\/elders\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">William Way LGBT Community Center<\/u><\/a> <\/span>of Philadelphia, and older adults who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.<\/span> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dorotusa-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/Ao7_cvsXQnCL7RKMNe-FnA\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">Learn more and register!<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1B9YAK":{"name":"Living Successfully with HIV and AIDS","date":"July 21, 2026, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm","description":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS? Tuesdays, 5-7pm Living Successfully with HIV\/AIDS runs weekly every Tuesday evening from 5-7pm. Group will be conducted online via Zoom. Please email programs@cbst.org to receive the Zoom info to participate. 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. This project was funded by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene through a contract with Public Health Solutions.","registration":null},"701PK00000tWWTKYA4":{"name":"Aging Together Presents Together in Dance 2026","date":"July 22, 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm","description":"CBST is proud to welcome back <\/span>Together in Dance<\/strong>, a non-profit dedicated to bringing the performing arts to learners of all ages. This summer, facilitators Louise and Elena (new to CBST!) will lead a 7-week virtual residency focused on improvisation and choreography creation, incorporating both swing dance and creative movement.<\/span><\/p>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>This program is designed for all ages, abilities, and mobility levels. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned pro or have never taken a dance class in your life, you are welcome here. There\u2019s no pressure of a final performance\u2014we\u2019re just dancing for ourselves! We invite both CBST members and non-members to experience this inclusive, active, and joyful series.<\/span><\/p> <\/span><\/p> Together in Dance is thrilled to partner with the CBST community for our 6<\/span>th<\/sup> workshop series. All are welcome to join! <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000tVgg1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: black;\">Register here <\/a><\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000tVfqP\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000rFSnDYAW":{"name":"Tisha B'Av Services","date":"July 22, 2026, 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm","description":null,"registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000nV1BsYAK":{"name":"On Hiatus - Democracy! Action Team","date":"July 23, 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm","description":"On hiatus until August 20.<\/span><\/p> <\/p>Join us for a revamped RESISTANCE: Calls & Cards meets Democracy Action Team meeting via Zoom!<\/p> <\/p>See below for Zoom info to join.<\/p> <\/p>Thursdays, 12:30-1:15pm we 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. <\/p> <\/p>Some areas we work on: 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> <\/p>ZOOM INFO <\/p> <\/p>Join Zoom Meeting: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87441818544<\/p> <\/p>Meeting ID: 874 4181 8544<\/p> <\/p>Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York)<\/p> <\/p>Zoom Instructions & Etiquette<\/p> <\/p>Please arrive 10 minutes early. We appreciate your understanding as we strive to provide the best possible experience for program participants & leaders.<\/p>MUTE your computer microphone, phone or other device until you are invited to speak.<\/p>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.<\/p>As in our Sanctuary, no photography is allowed.<\/p>Click here for more info on Democracy Action Team\/Resistance!<\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu1SYAS":{"name":"The Beacon","date":"July 23, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"The Beacon Thursday vigils bring neighbors together to publicly share support for Democracy and build community. The Beacon was founded by CBST\u2019s Senior Rabbi Emerita Sharon Kleinbaum in the wake of the 2025 presidential inauguration. CBST is proud to be one of the faith partners of the Beacon\u2019s Thursday evening vigils. If you are in New York City, here are a few Beacon groups and some names of CBSTers who regularly attend them:\u00a0\u00a0 Bronx: Riverdale, 235th Street & Johnson Avenue, 5:30 pm every Thursday. (Maryann and Beth) Manhattan: East Village, East 9th Street & University Place (next to Chase Bank), 5:00pm every Thursday (Marsha) Manhattan: Upper West Side, Broadway & 96th Street, 6:00pm every Thursday (Ira and Kenneth) Queens: Forest Hills, Queens Boulevard & Yellowstone Boulevard, 4:00pm every Thursday (Ruth) Brooklyn: Park Slope, Grand Army Plaza, 5:30pm every Thursday (Gale)\u00a0\u00a0","registration":null},"701PK00000rFSnEYAW":{"name":"Tisa B'Av Mincha, Ma'ariv, and Break-Fast","date":"July 23, 2026, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm","description":null,"registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000q8mcrYAA":{"name":"Connecting in Community","date":"July 24, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm","description":"A lay-led, free-flowing Zoom Torah study group discussing the week's Parsha. No Hebrew necessary, and no advance reading required. Just come and join in the stimulating conversations. Zoom link: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/256347788","registration":null},"701PK00000tepDqYAI":{"name":"Shabbat Sits Meditation","date":"July 24, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Fridays, 5:30-6:30pm | In person and on Zoom Bring in Shabbat in peace by joining Shabbat Sits for silent meditation before Kabbalat Shabbat services.","registration":null},"701PK00000rFSnFYAW":{"name":"Kabbalat Shabbat Services","date":"July 24, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm","description":"Parashat Vaetchanan http:\/\/cbst.org\/livestream","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000rFSnGYAW":{"name":"No Services at CBST","date":"July 25, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":null,"registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000uOcojYAC":{"name":"Shabbat in Central Park \u2014 Rainbow Tots & Beyond!","date":"July 25, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":"Join us for Shabbat songs and music to get ready for Rosh Hashanah. Fun for the whole family, whether you're bringing a Rainbow Tot, ages 0-5, or Limmud Learner ages 6-10. We'll have a honey-tasting and shofar blast exploration, as well as time to picnic, play, and explore.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000uOcoj\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000rFSnHYAW":{"name":"Havdalah","date":"July 25, 2026, 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm","description":"Parashat Vaetchanan https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/654880356","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000nV1ARYA0":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday","date":"July 27, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"Mishpachah Monday 5:00\u20136:00pm<\/strong> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 20px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\">Zoom<\/u><\/a><\/p>\ufeff<\/span>With Bob Sholiton<\/strong><\/p>Bob Sholiton <\/span>has been involved with a gay synagogue off and on going back to the brief existence of The House of David Jonathan in Brooklyn Heights in 1970 and then with CBST. An avid theatergoer, Bob will talk about his blog Gotham Playgoer and his thoughts about the current theater scene.<\/span><\/p>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. Mishpachah is a CBST social and cultural group, diverse in its membership and informal in nature, attracting those 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. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; color: rgb(4, 105, 193); font-size: 16px;\">Join us on Zoom!<\/a><\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu0kYAC":{"name":"Multifaith Mondays","date":"July 27, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Multifaith Mondays: Moral Witness for Democracy - Weekly Vigil Mondays 5:30-6:00pm | Columbus Circle. Gather at the USS Marine statue on the SW corner of Central Park 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. Co-sponsored by CBST.","registration":null},"701PK00000uPN4PYAW":{"name":"CBST Cinema Circle: Hester Street","date":"July 27, 2026, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm","description":"CBST's Cinema Circle presents Hester Street<\/p>\u00a0<\/p>Hester Street is a groundbreaking 1975 American drama film about the immigrant experience on New York's Lower East Side in the 1890s. It follows Gitl, an Orthodox Jewish woman who arrives speaking only Yiddish to find her husband has completely assimilated, abandoned his roots, and rejected her. The film stars Steven Keats and Carol Kane, who was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Acress for her performance.<\/p> <\/p>Join us on zoom:<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/86802393154\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/86802393154<\/a><\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000uh4zOYAQ":{"name":"Aging Alone Together - For Solo Agers and Everyone","date":"July 28, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":"CBST Aging Together is partnering once again with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dorotusa.org\/programs\/aging-alone-together\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">DOROT<\/u><\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>in their flagship program for solo agers and for <\/span>all<\/u> of us. Over the course of six weeks, trained facilitators and discussion group leaders will guide you through topics related to your aging journey, including building community, housing considerations, financial and legal matters and more. Whether you're living alone, feeling isolated or looking to build community, welcome!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p> <\/p>Six Tuesdays, July 7 \u2013 August 11, 2026 <\/strong>|<\/span> 11:00AM-12:30PM EST <\/strong>|<\/span> Zoom\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>We will be joined by members of DOROT, CBST, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sageusa.org\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">SAGE,<\/u><\/a> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waygay.org\/elders\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">William Way LGBT Community Center<\/u><\/a> <\/span>of Philadelphia, and older adults who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.<\/span> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dorotusa-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/Ao7_cvsXQnCL7RKMNe-FnA\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">Learn more and register!<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1BAYA0":{"name":"Living Successfully with HIV and AIDS","date":"July 28, 2026, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm","description":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS? Tuesdays, 5-7pm Living Successfully with HIV\/AIDS runs weekly every Tuesday evening from 5-7pm. Group will be conducted online via Zoom. Please email programs@cbst.org to receive the Zoom info to participate. 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. This project was funded by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene through a contract with Public Health Solutions.","registration":null},"701PK00000tW4C7YAK":{"name":"Aging Together Presents Together in Dance 2026","date":"July 29, 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm","description":"CBST is proud to welcome back <\/span>Together in Dance<\/strong>, a non-profit dedicated to bringing the performing arts to learners of all ages. This summer, facilitators Louise and Elena (new to CBST!) will lead a 7-week virtual residency focused on improvisation and choreography creation, incorporating both swing dance and creative movement.<\/span><\/p>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>This program is designed for all ages, abilities, and mobility levels. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned pro or have never taken a dance class in your life, you are welcome here. There\u2019s no pressure of a final performance\u2014we\u2019re just dancing for ourselves! We invite both CBST members and non-members to experience this inclusive, active, and joyful series.<\/span><\/p> <\/span><\/p> Together in Dance is thrilled to partner with the CBST community for our 6<\/span>th<\/sup> workshop series. All are welcome to join! <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000tVgg1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: black;\">Register here <\/a><\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000tVfqP\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000uRYBpYAO":{"name":"Summer Lovin' - Tu B'Av 2026","date":"July 29, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm","description":"Summer Lovin\u2019 - Tell me more, tell me more! Our first-ever summer night member get-together!<\/strong><\/p>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>Wed. July 29, 6:30 pm ET<\/span><\/p>Pier 63 at Hudson River Park<\/span><\/p>Open to CBST members (and their guests)<\/span><\/p>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>July 29 is Tu B'av, the Jewish day of love. In the spirit of the holiday -- and in celebration of our beloved CBST community -- we're having a get together. Join us for some shmoozing, singing, and snacking (bring something you can share), on what will (hopefully) be a beautiful city summer night. Gather with friends, make some new ones, spread the love!<\/span><\/p>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>Note: this is an informal gathering. We've reserved the spot; you bring the food and the fun! Games, acoustic instruments, a beach blanket, and anything fun for an outdoor party is welcome.<\/span><\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000uRYBp\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000nV1BtYAK":{"name":"On hiatus - Democracy! Action Team","date":"July 30, 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm","description":"On hiatus until August 20.<\/span><\/p> <\/p>Join us for a revamped RESISTANCE: Calls & Cards meets Democracy Action Team meeting via Zoom!<\/p> <\/p>See below for Zoom info to join.<\/p> <\/p>Thursdays, 12:30-1:15pm we 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. <\/p> <\/p>Some areas we work on: 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> <\/p>ZOOM INFO <\/p> <\/p>Join Zoom Meeting: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87441818544<\/p> <\/p>Meeting ID: 874 4181 8544<\/p> <\/p>Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York)<\/p> <\/p>Zoom Instructions & Etiquette<\/p> <\/p>Please arrive 10 minutes early. We appreciate your understanding as we strive to provide the best possible experience for program participants & leaders.<\/p>MUTE your computer microphone, phone or other device until you are invited to speak.<\/p>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.<\/p>As in our Sanctuary, no photography is allowed.<\/p>Click here for more info on Democracy Action Team\/Resistance!<\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu1TYAS":{"name":"The Beacon","date":"July 30, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"The Beacon Thursday vigils bring neighbors together to publicly share support for Democracy and build community. The Beacon was founded by CBST\u2019s Senior Rabbi Emerita Sharon Kleinbaum in the wake of the 2025 presidential inauguration. CBST is proud to be one of the faith partners of the Beacon\u2019s Thursday evening vigils. If you are in New York City, here are a few Beacon groups and some names of CBSTers who regularly attend them:\u00a0\u00a0 Bronx: Riverdale, 235th Street & Johnson Avenue, 5:30 pm every Thursday. (Maryann and Beth) Manhattan: East Village, East 9th Street & University Place (next to Chase Bank), 5:00pm every Thursday (Marsha) Manhattan: Upper West Side, Broadway & 96th Street, 6:00pm every Thursday (Ira and Kenneth) Queens: Forest Hills, Queens Boulevard & Yellowstone Boulevard, 4:00pm every Thursday (Ruth) Brooklyn: Park Slope, Grand Army Plaza, 5:30pm every Thursday (Gale)\u00a0\u00a0","registration":null},"701PK00000q8mcsYAA":{"name":"Connecting in Community","date":"July 31, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm","description":"A lay-led, free-flowing Zoom Torah study group discussing the week's Parsha. No Hebrew necessary, and no advance reading required. Just come and join in the stimulating conversations. Zoom link: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/256347788","registration":null},"701PK00000rFSnIYAW":{"name":"Kabbalat Shabbat Services","date":"July 31, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm","description":"Parashat Eikev http:\/\/cbst.org\/livestream","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000rFSnJYAW":{"name":"No Services at CBST","date":"August 1, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":null,"registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000rFSnKYAW":{"name":"Havdalah","date":"August 1, 2026, 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm","description":"Parashat Eikev https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/654880356","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000nV1ASYA0":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday","date":"August 3, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"Mishpachah Monday 5:00\u20136:00pm<\/strong> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 20px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\">Zoom<\/u><\/a><\/p>With Ora Ezrachi<\/strong><\/p>Ora Ezrachi, PhD,<\/strong> has been a member of CBST for 16 years.\u00a0\u00a0She is in the CBST Chorus and serves as chair of the Aging Together Monthly Gatherings. Ora has also assisted in developing and analyzing surveys for CBST strategic planning and the senior Rabbi search. She is a trained research psychologist and psychotherapist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>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. Mishpachah is a CBST social and cultural group, diverse in its membership and informal in nature, attracting those 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. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: sans-serif;\">Join us!<\/a><\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu0lYAC":{"name":"Multifaith Mondays","date":"August 3, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Multifaith Mondays: Moral Witness for Democracy - Weekly Vigil Mondays 5:30-6:00pm | Columbus Circle. Gather at the USS Marine statue on the SW corner of Central Park 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. Co-sponsored by CBST.","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1CNYA0":{"name":"Long Covid Support Group","date":"August 3, 2026, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm","description":"First Monday of each month | 6:30-7:30pm | Zoom Once a month, join Rabbi James for a dedicated space for those living with long COVID of any kind. Connect with others, share experiences in a supportive community, and get spiritual sustenance for the path ahead.","registration":null},"701PK00000uh657YAA":{"name":"Aging Alone Together - For Solo Agers and Everyone","date":"August 4, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":"CBST Aging Together is partnering once again with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dorotusa.org\/programs\/aging-alone-together\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">DOROT<\/u><\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>in their flagship program for solo agers and for <\/span>all<\/u> of us. Over the course of six weeks, trained facilitators and discussion group leaders will guide you through topics related to your aging journey, including building community, housing considerations, financial and legal matters and more. Whether you're living alone, feeling isolated or looking to build community, welcome!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p> <\/p>Six Tuesdays, July 7 \u2013 August 11, 2026 <\/strong>|<\/span> 11:00AM-12:30PM EST <\/strong>|<\/span> Zoom\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>We will be joined by members of DOROT, CBST, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sageusa.org\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">SAGE,<\/u><\/a> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waygay.org\/elders\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">William Way LGBT Community Center<\/u><\/a> <\/span>of Philadelphia, and older adults who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.<\/span> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dorotusa-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/Ao7_cvsXQnCL7RKMNe-FnA\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">Learn more and register!<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1BBYA0":{"name":"Living Successfully with HIV and AIDS","date":"August 4, 2026, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm","description":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS? Tuesdays, 5-7pm Living Successfully with HIV\/AIDS runs weekly every Tuesday evening from 5-7pm. Group will be conducted online via Zoom. Please email programs@cbst.org to receive the Zoom info to participate. 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. This project was funded by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene through a contract with Public Health Solutions.","registration":null},"701PK00000tWSRKYA4":{"name":"Aging Together Presents Together in Dance 2026","date":"August 5, 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm","description":"CBST is proud to welcome back <\/span>Together in Dance<\/strong>, a non-profit dedicated to bringing the performing arts to learners of all ages. This summer, facilitators Louise and Elena (new to CBST!) will lead a 7-week virtual residency focused on improvisation and choreography creation, incorporating both swing dance and creative movement.<\/span><\/p>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>This program is designed for all ages, abilities, and mobility levels. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned pro or have never taken a dance class in your life, you are welcome here. There\u2019s no pressure of a final performance\u2014we\u2019re just dancing for ourselves! We invite both CBST members and non-members to experience this inclusive, active, and joyful series.<\/span><\/p> <\/span><\/p> Together in Dance is thrilled to partner with the CBST community for our 6<\/span>th<\/sup> workshop series. All are welcome to join! <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000tVgg1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: black;\">Register here <\/a><\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000tVfqP\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000nV1BuYAK":{"name":"On hiatus - Democracy! Action Team","date":"August 6, 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm","description":"On hiatus until August 20.<\/span><\/p> <\/p>Join us for a revamped RESISTANCE: Calls & Cards meets Democracy Action Team meeting via Zoom!<\/p> <\/p>See below for Zoom info to join.<\/p> <\/p>Thursdays, 12:30-1:15pm we 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. <\/p> <\/p>Some areas we work on: 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> <\/p>ZOOM INFO <\/p> <\/p>Join Zoom Meeting: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87441818544<\/p> <\/p>Meeting ID: 874 4181 8544<\/p> <\/p>Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York)<\/p> <\/p>Zoom Instructions & Etiquette<\/p> <\/p>Please arrive 10 minutes early. We appreciate your understanding as we strive to provide the best possible experience for program participants & leaders.<\/p>MUTE your computer microphone, phone or other device until you are invited to speak.<\/p>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.<\/p>As in our Sanctuary, no photography is allowed.<\/p>Click here for more info on Democracy Action Team\/Resistance!<\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu1UYAS":{"name":"The Beacon","date":"August 6, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"The Beacon Thursday vigils bring neighbors together to publicly share support for Democracy and build community. The Beacon was founded by CBST\u2019s Senior Rabbi Emerita Sharon Kleinbaum in the wake of the 2025 presidential inauguration. CBST is proud to be one of the faith partners of the Beacon\u2019s Thursday evening vigils. If you are in New York City, here are a few Beacon groups and some names of CBSTers who regularly attend them:\u00a0\u00a0 Bronx: Riverdale, 235th Street & Johnson Avenue, 5:30 pm every Thursday. (Maryann and Beth) Manhattan: East Village, East 9th Street & University Place (next to Chase Bank), 5:00pm every Thursday (Marsha) Manhattan: Upper West Side, Broadway & 96th Street, 6:00pm every Thursday (Ira and Kenneth) Queens: Forest Hills, Queens Boulevard & Yellowstone Boulevard, 4:00pm every Thursday (Ruth) Brooklyn: Park Slope, Grand Army Plaza, 5:30pm every Thursday (Gale)\u00a0\u00a0","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1CXYA0":{"name":"Emet: Trans and Non-Binary Team Meeting","date":"August 6, 2026, 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 Emet meets on the first Thursday of each month. Sign up for Emet Team updates here or email transjews@cbst.org for more info. Zoom info will be sent by 5:00pm on Thursday to the Emet mailing list.","registration":null},"701PK00000q8mctYAA":{"name":"Connecting in Community","date":"August 7, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm","description":"A lay-led, free-flowing Zoom Torah study group discussing the week's Parsha. No Hebrew necessary, and no advance reading required. Just come and join in the stimulating conversations. Zoom link: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/256347788","registration":null},"701PK00000teh6gYAA":{"name":"Shabbat Sits Meditation","date":"August 7, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Fridays, 5:30-6:30pm | In person and on Zoom Bring in Shabbat in peace by joining Shabbat Sits for silent meditation before Kabbalat Shabbat services.","registration":null},"701PK00000rFSnLYAW":{"name":"Kabbalat Shabbat Services","date":"August 7, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm","description":"Parashat Re\u2019eh http:\/\/cbst.org\/livestream","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000rFSnMYAW":{"name":"Shabbat Morning Services","date":"August 8, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":"Parashat Re\u2019eh Liberal Minyan Zoom: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/89268614329","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000rFSnNYAW":{"name":"Havdalah","date":"August 8, 2026, 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm","description":"Parashat Re\u2019eh https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/654880356","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000uO6k0YAC":{"name":"Brooklyn Museum Family Fun-Day","date":"August 9, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":"Join us for a special tour of the Brooklyn Museum for CBST Families with Kids and Rainbow Tots! We'll explore the galleries and make art on the Jewish High Holiday themes of the New Year, new beginnings, and "oopsies" moments. Our tradition has a lot to offer as we look towards September and back-to-school transitions.\u00a0Stick around for a picnic and playground hang!<\/span><\/p>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>Fun for the whole family, whether you're bringing a Rainbow Tot, ages 0-5, or Limmud Learner ages 6-10.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000uO6k0\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000nV1ATYA0":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday","date":"August 10, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"Mishpachah Monday 5:00\u20136:00pm<\/strong> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 20px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\">Zoom<\/u><\/a><\/p>\ufeff<\/span>With Allison Klein<\/strong><\/p>Allison Klein<\/strong> joined CBST around 1999. She took photos during the move from Bethune St to 130 W 30th St. memorializing the event. Allison is active in protests on a range of issues, including supporting Jerusalem Open House Pride in 2023. You can see (and hear) Allison in the CBST Chorus.<\/span><\/p>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. Mishpachah is a CBST social and cultural group, diverse in its membership and informal in nature, attracting those 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. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; color: rgb(4, 105, 193); font-size: 16px;\">Join us on Zoom!<\/a><\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu0mYAC":{"name":"Multifaith Mondays","date":"August 10, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Multifaith Mondays: Moral Witness for Democracy - Weekly Vigil Mondays 5:30-6:00pm | Columbus Circle. Gather at the USS Marine statue on the SW corner of Central Park 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. Co-sponsored by CBST.","registration":null},"701PK00000nUnAPYA0":{"name":"Aging Together Monthly 2026","date":"August 10, 2026, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm","description":"Aging Together presents:<\/strong> <\/strong>Two Extraordinary Portraits of Reconciliation and Restorative Justice: Lessons for Elul and the Days of Repentance\u00a0with Rabbi Kim Geringer<\/strong><\/p>We will learn about two extraordinary experiences of reconciliation and restorative justice: in <\/span>Rwanda<\/strong> between <\/span>Hutu perpetrators<\/strong> of mass violence and their <\/span>surviving Tutsi<\/strong> neighbors; and at <\/span>Standing Rock Reservation<\/strong> in North Dakota between <\/span>American military veterans<\/strong> and members of the <\/span>Lakota Nation<\/strong>. We\u2019ll discuss how these powerful examples can offer us the insight, courage, and strength to make meaningful efforts toward reconciliation and restoration in our own lives and in our own relationships.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>Participants are encouraged to read <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.goodreads.com%2Fen%2Fbook%2Fshow%2F396627.On_Apology&data=05%7C02%7Cenelson%40cbst.org%7C1d2ba89f02a74fcf014108ded093750e%7Ce1e989e6e90a4348aa0efcf428175ebe%7C0%7C0%7C639177528918504556%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=6C9s7fiS7FLIJlxHtJQSrDBJxONdJrY3QDtLW3thuTI%3D&reserved=0\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(70, 120, 134); font-family: sans-serif;\">On Apology<\/a> Aaron Lazare.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/LWhlixoWRY2oNeNBcefT8w\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Register<\/a><\/p> <\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000uh68LYAQ":{"name":"Aging Alone Together - For Solo Agers and Everyone","date":"August 11, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":"CBST Aging Together is partnering once again with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dorotusa.org\/programs\/aging-alone-together\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">DOROT<\/u><\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>in their flagship program for solo agers and for <\/span>all<\/u> of us. Over the course of six weeks, trained facilitators and discussion group leaders will guide you through topics related to your aging journey, including building community, housing considerations, financial and legal matters and more. Whether you're living alone, feeling isolated or looking to build community, welcome!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p> <\/p>Six Tuesdays, July 7 \u2013 August 11, 2026 <\/strong>|<\/span> 11:00AM-12:30PM EST <\/strong>|<\/span> Zoom\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>We will be joined by members of DOROT, CBST, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sageusa.org\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">SAGE,<\/u><\/a> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waygay.org\/elders\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">William Way LGBT Community Center<\/u><\/a> <\/span>of Philadelphia, and older adults who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.<\/span> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dorotusa-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/Ao7_cvsXQnCL7RKMNe-FnA\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);\">Learn more and register!<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1BCYA0":{"name":"Living Successfully with HIV and AIDS","date":"August 11, 2026, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm","description":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS? Tuesdays, 5-7pm Living Successfully with HIV\/AIDS runs weekly every Tuesday evening from 5-7pm. Group will be conducted online via Zoom. Please email programs@cbst.org to receive the Zoom info to participate. 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. This project was funded by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene through a contract with Public Health Solutions.","registration":null},"701PK00000tWaVJYA0":{"name":"Aging Together Presents Together in Dance 2026","date":"August 12, 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm","description":"CBST is proud to welcome back <\/span>Together in Dance<\/strong>, a non-profit dedicated to bringing the performing arts to learners of all ages. This summer, facilitators Louise and Elena (new to CBST!) will lead a 7-week virtual residency focused on improvisation and choreography creation, incorporating both swing dance and creative movement.<\/span><\/p>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>This program is designed for all ages, abilities, and mobility levels. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned pro or have never taken a dance class in your life, you are welcome here. There\u2019s no pressure of a final performance\u2014we\u2019re just dancing for ourselves! We invite both CBST members and non-members to experience this inclusive, active, and joyful series.<\/span><\/p> <\/span><\/p> Together in Dance is thrilled to partner with the CBST community for our 6<\/span>th<\/sup> workshop series. All are welcome to join! <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000tVgg1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: black;\">Register here <\/a><\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000tVfqP\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000nV1BvYAK":{"name":"On Hiatus - Democracy! Action Team","date":"August 13, 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm","description":"On hiatus until August 20.<\/p> <\/p>Join us for a revamped RESISTANCE: Calls & Cards meets Democracy Action Team meeting via Zoom!<\/p> <\/p>See below for Zoom info to join.<\/p> <\/p>Thursdays, 12:30-1:15pm we 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. <\/p> <\/p>Some areas we work on: 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> <\/p>ZOOM INFO <\/p> <\/p>Join Zoom Meeting: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87441818544<\/p> <\/p>Meeting ID: 874 4181 8544<\/p> <\/p>Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York)<\/p> <\/p>Zoom Instructions & Etiquette<\/p> <\/p>Please arrive 10 minutes early. We appreciate your understanding as we strive to provide the best possible experience for program participants & leaders.<\/p>MUTE your computer microphone, phone or other device until you are invited to speak.<\/p>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.<\/p>As in our Sanctuary, no photography is allowed.<\/p>Click here for more info on Democracy Action Team\/Resistance!<\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu1VYAS":{"name":"The Beacon","date":"August 13, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"The Beacon Thursday vigils bring neighbors together to publicly share support for Democracy and build community. The Beacon was founded by CBST\u2019s Senior Rabbi Emerita Sharon Kleinbaum in the wake of the 2025 presidential inauguration. CBST is proud to be one of the faith partners of the Beacon\u2019s Thursday evening vigils. If you are in New York City, here are a few Beacon groups and some names of CBSTers who regularly attend them:\u00a0\u00a0 Bronx: Riverdale, 235th Street & Johnson Avenue, 5:30 pm every Thursday. (Maryann and Beth) Manhattan: East Village, East 9th Street & University Place (next to Chase Bank), 5:00pm every Thursday (Marsha) Manhattan: Upper West Side, Broadway & 96th Street, 6:00pm every Thursday (Ira and Kenneth) Queens: Forest Hills, Queens Boulevard & Yellowstone Boulevard, 4:00pm every Thursday (Ruth) Brooklyn: Park Slope, Grand Army Plaza, 5:30pm every Thursday (Gale)\u00a0\u00a0","registration":null},"701PK00000q8mcuYAA":{"name":"Connecting in Community","date":"August 14, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm","description":"A lay-led, free-flowing Zoom Torah study group discussing the week's Parsha. No Hebrew necessary, and no advance reading required. Just come and join in the stimulating conversations. Zoom link: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/256347788","registration":null},"701PK00000uGLt6YAG":{"name":"08.14.26 Mishpachah Dinner at CBST","date":"August 14, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"Join us for a pre-service meal and shmooze at CBST. Seating limited. Cost per person is $36, and we ask you to consider an additional donation to help cover the costs of the food and support Mishpachah programming. Please write to jribnick@cbst.org if you have questions or need more info.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389790?tfa_2956=701PK00000uGLt6\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Register<\/a><\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389790?tfa_2956=701PK00000uGLt6\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000rFSnOYAW":{"name":"Kabbalat Shabbat Services","date":"August 14, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm","description":"Parashat Shoftim http:\/\/cbst.org\/livestream","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000rFSnPYAW":{"name":"Shabbat Morning Services","date":"August 15, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":"Parashat Shoftim TEM Zoom: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/89268614329","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000rFSnQYAW":{"name":"Havdalah","date":"August 15, 2026, 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm","description":"Parashat Shoftim https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/654880356","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000nV1AUYA0":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday","date":"August 17, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"Mishpachah Monday 5:00\u20136:00pm<\/strong> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\">Zoom<\/u><\/a><\/p>With Sharon Golub \u2013 Scattergories!<\/strong><\/p>Sharon Golub, <\/strong>MEd., MMus., MSIT., is Chair of Mishpachah and CBST Chesed. Join her for a friendly game of Scattergories! No previous experience required 😊<\/span><\/p>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. Mishpachah is a CBST social and cultural group, diverse in its membership and informal in nature, attracting those 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. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; color: rgb(4, 105, 193); font-size: 16px;\">Join us on Zoom!<\/a><\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu0nYAC":{"name":"Multifaith Mondays","date":"August 17, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Multifaith Mondays: Moral Witness for Democracy - Weekly Vigil Mondays 5:30-6:00pm | Columbus Circle. Gather at the USS Marine statue on the SW corner of Central Park 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. Co-sponsored by CBST.","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1BDYA0":{"name":"Living Successfully with HIV and AIDS","date":"August 18, 2026, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm","description":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS? Tuesdays, 5-7pm Living Successfully with HIV\/AIDS runs weekly every Tuesday evening from 5-7pm. Group will be conducted online via Zoom. Please email programs@cbst.org to receive the Zoom info to participate. 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. This project was funded by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene through a contract with Public Health Solutions.","registration":null},"701PK00000tWWDEYA4":{"name":"Aging Together Presents Together in Dance 2026","date":"August 19, 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm","description":"CBST is proud to welcome back <\/span>Together in Dance<\/strong>, a non-profit dedicated to bringing the performing arts to learners of all ages. This summer, facilitators Louise and Elena (new to CBST!) will lead a 7-week virtual residency focused on improvisation and choreography creation, incorporating both swing dance and creative movement.<\/span><\/p>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>This program is designed for all ages, abilities, and mobility levels. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned pro or have never taken a dance class in your life, you are welcome here. There\u2019s no pressure of a final performance\u2014we\u2019re just dancing for ourselves! We invite both CBST members and non-members to experience this inclusive, active, and joyful series.<\/span><\/p> <\/span><\/p> Together in Dance is thrilled to partner with the CBST community for our 6<\/span>th<\/sup> workshop series. All are welcome to join! <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000tVgg1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: black;\">Register here <\/a><\/p>","registration":"<a href=\"https:\/\/congregationbeitsimchattorah.tfaforms.net\/389787?tfa_2956=701PK00000tVfqP\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here to Register<\/a>"},"701PK00000nV1BwYAK":{"name":"Democracy! Action Team","date":"August 20, 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm","description":"Join us for a revamped RESISTANCE: Calls & Cards meets Democracy Action Team meeting via Zoom! See below for Zoom info to join. Thursdays, 12:30-1:15pm we 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. Some areas we work on: 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. ZOOM INFO Join Zoom Meeting: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87441818544 Meeting ID: 874 4181 8544 Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York) Zoom Instructions & Etiquette Please arrive 10 minutes early. We appreciate your understanding as we strive to provide the best possible experience for program participants & leaders. MUTE your computer microphone, phone or other device until you are invited to speak. 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. As in our Sanctuary, no photography is allowed. Click here for more info on Democracy Action Team\/Resistance!","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu1WYAS":{"name":"The Beacon","date":"August 20, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"The Beacon Thursday vigils bring neighbors together to publicly share support for Democracy and build community. The Beacon was founded by CBST\u2019s Senior Rabbi Emerita Sharon Kleinbaum in the wake of the 2025 presidential inauguration. CBST is proud to be one of the faith partners of the Beacon\u2019s Thursday evening vigils. If you are in New York City, here are a few Beacon groups and some names of CBSTers who regularly attend them:\u00a0\u00a0 Bronx: Riverdale, 235th Street & Johnson Avenue, 5:30 pm every Thursday. (Maryann and Beth) Manhattan: East Village, East 9th Street & University Place (next to Chase Bank), 5:00pm every Thursday (Marsha) Manhattan: Upper West Side, Broadway & 96th Street, 6:00pm every Thursday (Ira and Kenneth) Queens: Forest Hills, Queens Boulevard & Yellowstone Boulevard, 4:00pm every Thursday (Ruth) Brooklyn: Park Slope, Grand Army Plaza, 5:30pm every Thursday (Gale)\u00a0\u00a0","registration":null},"701PK00000q8mcvYAA":{"name":"Connecting in Community","date":"August 21, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm","description":"A lay-led, free-flowing Zoom Torah study group discussing the week's Parsha. No Hebrew necessary, and no advance reading required. Just come and join in the stimulating conversations. Zoom link: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/256347788","registration":null},"701PK00000teqrRYAQ":{"name":"Shabbat Sits Meditation","date":"August 21, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Fridays, 5:30-6:30pm | In person and on Zoom Bring in Shabbat in peace by joining Shabbat Sits for silent meditation before Kabbalat Shabbat services.","registration":null},"701PK00000rFSnRYAW":{"name":"Kabbalat Shabbat Services","date":"August 21, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm","description":"Parashat Ki Teitzei http:\/\/cbst.org\/livestream","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000rFSnSYAW":{"name":"No Services at CBST","date":"August 22, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":null,"registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000rFSnTYAW":{"name":"Havdalah","date":"August 22, 2026, 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm","description":"Parashat Ki Teitzei https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/654880356","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000nV1AVYA0":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday","date":"August 24, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"Mishpachah Monday 5:00\u20136:00pm<\/strong> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 20px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\">Zoom<\/u><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>With Jay Fischer<\/strong><\/p>Jay Fischer<\/strong> has been a member of CBST for 42 years and served on the CBST Board for 9 years. He wrote a music column during his college years, which gave him entry into lots of great concerts, including Woodstock and Dylan\u2019s return to Carnegie Hall. Jay did pioneering work in non-profit management and has worked in the AIDS policy field for the past 32 years.<\/span>\ufeff<\/span><\/p>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. Mishpachah is a CBST social and cultural group, diverse in its membership and informal in nature, attracting those 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. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; color: rgb(4, 105, 193); font-size: 16px;\">Join us on Zoom!<\/a><\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu0oYAC":{"name":"Multifaith Mondays","date":"August 24, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Multifaith Mondays: Moral Witness for Democracy - Weekly Vigil Mondays 5:30-6:00pm | Columbus Circle. Gather at the USS Marine statue on the SW corner of Central Park 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. Co-sponsored by CBST.","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1BEYA0":{"name":"Living Successfully with HIV and AIDS","date":"August 25, 2026, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm","description":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS? Tuesdays, 5-7pm Living Successfully with HIV\/AIDS runs weekly every Tuesday evening from 5-7pm. Group will be conducted online via Zoom. Please email programs@cbst.org to receive the Zoom info to participate. 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. This project was funded by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene through a contract with Public Health Solutions.","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1BxYAK":{"name":"Democracy! Action Team","date":"August 27, 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm","description":"Join us for a revamped RESISTANCE: Calls & Cards meets Democracy Action Team meeting via Zoom! See below for Zoom info to join. Thursdays, 12:30-1:15pm we 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. Some areas we work on: 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. ZOOM INFO Join Zoom Meeting: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87441818544 Meeting ID: 874 4181 8544 Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York) Zoom Instructions & Etiquette Please arrive 10 minutes early. We appreciate your understanding as we strive to provide the best possible experience for program participants & leaders. MUTE your computer microphone, phone or other device until you are invited to speak. 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. As in our Sanctuary, no photography is allowed. Click here for more info on Democracy Action Team\/Resistance!","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu1XYAS":{"name":"The Beacon","date":"August 27, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"The Beacon Thursday vigils bring neighbors together to publicly share support for Democracy and build community. The Beacon was founded by CBST\u2019s Senior Rabbi Emerita Sharon Kleinbaum in the wake of the 2025 presidential inauguration. CBST is proud to be one of the faith partners of the Beacon\u2019s Thursday evening vigils. If you are in New York City, here are a few Beacon groups and some names of CBSTers who regularly attend them:\u00a0\u00a0 Bronx: Riverdale, 235th Street & Johnson Avenue, 5:30 pm every Thursday. (Maryann and Beth) Manhattan: East Village, East 9th Street & University Place (next to Chase Bank), 5:00pm every Thursday (Marsha) Manhattan: Upper West Side, Broadway & 96th Street, 6:00pm every Thursday (Ira and Kenneth) Queens: Forest Hills, Queens Boulevard & Yellowstone Boulevard, 4:00pm every Thursday (Ruth) Brooklyn: Park Slope, Grand Army Plaza, 5:30pm every Thursday (Gale)\u00a0\u00a0","registration":null},"701PK00000q8mcwYAA":{"name":"Connecting in Community","date":"August 28, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm","description":"A lay-led, free-flowing Zoom Torah study group discussing the week's Parsha. No Hebrew necessary, and no advance reading required. Just come and join in the stimulating conversations. Zoom link: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/256347788","registration":null},"701PK00000rFSnUYAW":{"name":"Kabbalat Shabbat Services","date":"August 28, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm","description":"Parashat Ki Tavo http:\/\/cbst.org\/livestream","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000rFSnVYAW":{"name":"No Services at CBST","date":"August 29, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":null,"registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000rFSnWYAW":{"name":"Havdalah","date":"August 29, 2026, 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm","description":"Parashat Ki Tavo https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/654880356","registration":"Registration not required"},"701PK00000nV1AWYA0":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday","date":"August 31, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"Mishpachah Monday 5:00\u20136:00pm<\/strong> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 20px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\">Zoom<\/u><\/a><\/p>With Kyonne Smith<\/strong><\/p>Kyonne Smith<\/strong> is CBST\u2019s Administrative Assistant.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Kyonne was born in New York City, spent her formative years in Akron, Ohio, and moved back to New York 11 years ago to pursue acting. She was fortunate to work on a few indie films and stage productions. Kyonne enjoys spending her free time going for runs, people watching in Fort Tryon Park, and exploring new restaurants with friends.<\/span>\ufeff<\/span><\/p>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. Mishpachah is a CBST social and cultural group, diverse in its membership and informal in nature, attracting those 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. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88464307457?pwd=pe0egBhzLa67bSgbbfBafMPXbbvb5r.1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: sans-serif; color: rgb(4, 105, 193); font-size: 16px;\">Join us on Zoom!<\/a><\/p>","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu0pYAC":{"name":"Multifaith Mondays","date":"August 31, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Multifaith Mondays: Moral Witness for Democracy - Weekly Vigil Mondays 5:30-6:00pm | Columbus Circle. Gather at the USS Marine statue on the SW corner of Central Park 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. Co-sponsored by CBST.","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1BFYA0":{"name":"Living Successfully with HIV and AIDS","date":"September 1, 2026, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm","description":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS? Tuesdays, 5-7pm Living Successfully with HIV\/AIDS runs weekly every Tuesday evening from 5-7pm. Group will be conducted online via Zoom. Please email programs@cbst.org to receive the Zoom info to participate. 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. This project was funded by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene through a contract with Public Health Solutions.","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1ByYAK":{"name":"Democracy! Action Team","date":"September 3, 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm","description":"Join us for a revamped RESISTANCE: Calls & Cards meets Democracy Action Team meeting via Zoom! See below for Zoom info to join. Thursdays, 12:30-1:15pm we 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. Some areas we work on: 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. ZOOM INFO Join Zoom Meeting: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87441818544 Meeting ID: 874 4181 8544 Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York) Zoom Instructions & Etiquette Please arrive 10 minutes early. We appreciate your understanding as we strive to provide the best possible experience for program participants & leaders. MUTE your computer microphone, phone or other device until you are invited to speak. 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. As in our Sanctuary, no photography is allowed. Click here for more info on Democracy Action Team\/Resistance!","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu1YYAS":{"name":"The Beacon","date":"September 3, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"The Beacon Thursday vigils bring neighbors together to publicly share support for Democracy and build community. The Beacon was founded by CBST\u2019s Senior Rabbi Emerita Sharon Kleinbaum in the wake of the 2025 presidential inauguration. CBST is proud to be one of the faith partners of the Beacon\u2019s Thursday evening vigils. If you are in New York City, here are a few Beacon groups and some names of CBSTers who regularly attend them:\u00a0\u00a0 Bronx: Riverdale, 235th Street & Johnson Avenue, 5:30 pm every Thursday. (Maryann and Beth) Manhattan: East Village, East 9th Street & University Place (next to Chase Bank), 5:00pm every Thursday (Marsha) Manhattan: Upper West Side, Broadway & 96th Street, 6:00pm every Thursday (Ira and Kenneth) Queens: Forest Hills, Queens Boulevard & Yellowstone Boulevard, 4:00pm every Thursday (Ruth) Brooklyn: Park Slope, Grand Army Plaza, 5:30pm every Thursday (Gale)\u00a0\u00a0","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1CYYA0":{"name":"Emet: Trans and Non-Binary Team Meeting","date":"September 3, 2026, 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 Emet meets on the first Thursday of each month. Sign up for Emet Team updates here or email transjews@cbst.org for more info. Zoom info will be sent by 5:00pm on Thursday to the Emet mailing list.","registration":null},"701PK00000q8mcxYAA":{"name":"Connecting in Community","date":"September 4, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm","description":"A lay-led, free-flowing Zoom Torah study group discussing the week's Parsha. No Hebrew necessary, and no advance reading required. Just come and join in the stimulating conversations. Zoom link: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/256347788","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1AXYA0":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday","date":"September 7, 2026, 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. Mishpachah is a CBST social and cultural group, diverse in its membership and informal in nature, attracting those 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.","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu0qYAC":{"name":"Multifaith Mondays","date":"September 7, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Multifaith Mondays: Moral Witness for Democracy - Weekly Vigil Mondays 5:30-6:00pm | Columbus Circle. Gather at the USS Marine statue on the SW corner of Central Park 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. Co-sponsored by CBST.","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1COYA0":{"name":"Long Covid Support Group","date":"September 7, 2026, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm","description":"First Monday of each month | 6:30-7:30pm | Zoom Once a month, join Rabbi James for a dedicated space for those living with long COVID of any kind. Connect with others, share experiences in a supportive community, and get spiritual sustenance for the path ahead.","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1BGYA0":{"name":"Living Successfully with HIV and AIDS","date":"September 8, 2026, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm","description":"Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS? Tuesdays, 5-7pm Living Successfully with HIV\/AIDS runs weekly every Tuesday evening from 5-7pm. Group will be conducted online via Zoom. Please email programs@cbst.org to receive the Zoom info to participate. 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. This project was funded by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene through a contract with Public Health Solutions.","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1BzYAK":{"name":"Democracy! Action Team","date":"September 10, 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm","description":"Join us for a revamped RESISTANCE: Calls & Cards meets Democracy Action Team meeting via Zoom! See below for Zoom info to join. Thursdays, 12:30-1:15pm we 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. Some areas we work on: 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. ZOOM INFO Join Zoom Meeting: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/87441818544 Meeting ID: 874 4181 8544 Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York) Zoom Instructions & Etiquette Please arrive 10 minutes early. We appreciate your understanding as we strive to provide the best possible experience for program participants & leaders. MUTE your computer microphone, phone or other device until you are invited to speak. 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. As in our Sanctuary, no photography is allowed. Click here for more info on Democracy Action Team\/Resistance!","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu1ZYAS":{"name":"The Beacon","date":"September 10, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm","description":"The Beacon Thursday vigils bring neighbors together to publicly share support for Democracy and build community. The Beacon was founded by CBST\u2019s Senior Rabbi Emerita Sharon Kleinbaum in the wake of the 2025 presidential inauguration. CBST is proud to be one of the faith partners of the Beacon\u2019s Thursday evening vigils. If you are in New York City, here are a few Beacon groups and some names of CBSTers who regularly attend them:\u00a0\u00a0 Bronx: Riverdale, 235th Street & Johnson Avenue, 5:30 pm every Thursday. (Maryann and Beth) Manhattan: East Village, East 9th Street & University Place (next to Chase Bank), 5:00pm every Thursday (Marsha) Manhattan: Upper West Side, Broadway & 96th Street, 6:00pm every Thursday (Ira and Kenneth) Queens: Forest Hills, Queens Boulevard & Yellowstone Boulevard, 4:00pm every Thursday (Ruth) Brooklyn: Park Slope, Grand Army Plaza, 5:30pm every Thursday (Gale)\u00a0\u00a0","registration":null},"701PK00000q8mcyYAA":{"name":"Connecting in Community","date":"September 11, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm","description":"A lay-led, free-flowing Zoom Torah study group discussing the week's Parsha. No Hebrew necessary, and no advance reading required. Just come and join in the stimulating conversations. Zoom link: https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/256347788","registration":null},"701PK00000tEb7aYAC":{"name":"Erev Rosh Hashanah - Ma'ariv I","date":"September 11, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm","description":" ","registration":null},"701PK00000tDy7rYAC":{"name":"Rosh Hashanah I - Morning Service","date":"September 12, 2026, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm","description":"Ha'azinu \/ Rosh Hashanah \/ Shabbat http:\/\/cbst.org\/livestream","registration":null},"701PK00000tDy7sYAC":{"name":"Rosh Hashanah II - Ma'ariv (NO SERVICE AT CBST)","date":"September 12, 2026, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm","description":" http:\/\/cbst.org\/livestream","registration":null},"701PK00000tDy7uYAC":{"name":"Havdalah","date":"September 12, 2026, 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm","description":"Ha'azinu \/ Rosh Hashanah \/ Shabbat https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/654880356","registration":null},"701PK00000tDy7tYAC":{"name":"Rosh Hashanah II - Morning Service","date":"September 13, 2026, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm","description":" http:\/\/cbst.org\/livestream","registration":null},"701PK00000tEb7eYAC":{"name":"Tashlich on Day II","date":"September 13, 2026, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm","description":" ","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1AYYA0":{"name":"Mishpachah Monday","date":"September 14, 2026, 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. Mishpachah is a CBST social and cultural group, diverse in its membership and informal in nature, attracting those 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.","registration":null},"701PK00000nUu0rYAC":{"name":"Multifaith Mondays","date":"September 14, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm","description":"Multifaith Mondays: Moral Witness for Democracy - Weekly Vigil Mondays 5:30-6:00pm | Columbus Circle. Gather at the USS Marine statue on the SW corner of Central Park 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. 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This project was funded by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene through a contract with Public Health Solutions.","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1CfYAK":{"name":"On hiatus - Middle East and Me","date":"September 16, 2026, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm","description":"TBD - Changes each meeting","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1C0YAK":{"name":"Democracy! Action Team","date":"September 17, 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm","description":"Join us for a revamped RESISTANCE: Calls & Cards meets Democracy Action Team meeting via Zoom! See below for Zoom info to join. Thursdays, 12:30-1:15pm we 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. 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Sessions led by Scott A. Kramer, LCSW-R, ACSW. This group is for adults of any age who want to build community and support. This project was funded by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene through a contract with Public Health Solutions.","registration":null},"701PK00000nV1C3YAK":{"name":"Democracy! Action Team","date":"October 8, 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm","description":"Join us for a revamped RESISTANCE: Calls & Cards meets Democracy Action Team meeting via Zoom! See below for Zoom info to join. Thursdays, 12:30-1:15pm we 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. 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Mishpachah is a CBST social and cultural group, diverse in its membership and informal in nature, attracting those 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.","registration":null}}

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On Hiatus - Democracy! Action Team

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08.14.26 Mishpachah Dinner at CBST

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Aging Together Presents Together in Dance 2026

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Democracy! Action Team

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