with Rabbi Sam Natov “Your people shall be my people, and your God, my God.” What are the earliest stories of conversion? What does it mean to become a part of the Jewish people? And how has that changed over the ages? Join Rabbi Sam Natov as she examines Ruth as the prototype for Jewish […]

with Rabbi Tracy Kaplowitz The Book of Ruth reveals to today’s reader the core components of Jewish peoplehood in ancient times. Join Rabbi Tracy Kaplowitz as together we delve into the text to explore the centrality of the Land of Israel and social action to Jewish peoplehood, and identify a democratic critique of the future […]

with Cantor Dan Singer Join Cantor Dan Singer in a brief comparative study of the songs of women in our Megillah and Torah scrolls. Ruth, Esther, Miriam and Devorah — all add unique sounds to each of our holidays. Which one of them is your favorite Jewish heroine? RSVP

Join Cantor Dan Singer and Rabbi Sam Natov in person for an intimate and meaningful Shavuot morning service to commemorate the receiving of the Torah. We will also honor our deceased loved ones with a Yizkor service.

with Rabbis Natov and Rifkin and Famous Fat Dave Meet at Seward Park (corner of Hester St. and Essex St.) There might be some debate over why exactly we eat dairy on Shavuot, but everyone agrees that it's a delicious tradition! Join Rabbis Sam Natov and Rena Rifkin for a tour led by Famous Fat Dave to […]