Stephen Wise Free Synagogue
SWFS
The language of the ancient Israelites, Hebrew ceased to be spoken between 200–400 CE, in the aftermath of the Third Jewish Revolt against the Roman Empire — but its use continued in Jewish literature and liturgy for centuries. Much like the miracle of the modern state of Israel, Hebrew is one of the only true […]
Get into the festive holiday mood with song and community! Join Cantor Dan Singer for a Purim sing-along, where he'll lead us through a medley of all our favorite Purim tunes. RSVP
Spend the afternoon playing maj with friends old and new! All levels welcome — whether you're a pro, need to sharpen your skills, or are just learning to play, there's […]
Welcoming Shabbat should be one of the most joyous parts of the week — but even veteran service-goers can find the all-Hebrew service difficult to break into. Join Cantor Dan Singer for a very musical introduction to the Shabbat evening service: from the Psalms and hymns that welcome Shabbat to the d'var Torah (sermon) to […]
Are you curious about Judaism and eager to learn the basics? Join Judaism 101 with Rabbi Dalia Samansky to expand your knowledge! Designed for those who are new to Judaism or interested in joining the fold, this introductory class covers Jewish holidays, rituals, theology, sacred texts and more — all in an inclusive and welcoming […]
Join our monthly Short Story Group on Zoom, where we discuss Jewish-themed material. This month we're reading “The Golem” by Avram Davidson, “Prospects” by Anthony Hecht, “D: An Alphabetical Prose […]
30 West 68th St
New York, NY 10023
(212) 877-4050
info@swfs.org
