Stephen Wise Free Synagogue
SWFS
From the establishment of the state of Israel, through the trial of Adolph Eichmann, to this last generation of survivors, the lens through which Israeli society views the Holocaust has shifted. This Yom HaShoah, join Upper West Side Shlicha Gali Rabin Choresh as we explore these changing perspectives and try to better understand Israelis through […]
Join us to find out more about our Religious School programs and curriculum, meet our director of youth education, and learn about how enriching it is to become part of our Religious School. REGISTER
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 a table waiting for you! Co-sponsored by Community Connections and the Women's Organization of Stephen Wise Free Synagogue. PLEASE REGISTER HERE
Join Rabbi Samantha Natov for an in-person deep dive into the Shabbat morning service. Investigate the meanings of prayers, where they fall in the morning service and how different musical settings affect the way we understand them. A great intro to Shabbat liturgy and enriching for more experienced worshippers! RSVP
Join our monthly Short Story Group on Zoom, where we discuss Jewish-themed material. This month, we're reading “I Am Asleep But My Heart Is Awake” by Nicole Krauss, “Fitzgerald and the Jews” by Arthur Krystal, “To My Friends” by Primo Levi, and “The Stranger” by J. D. Salinger. Sponsored by Community Connections. For more information […]
Join us to read about the most pressing issues facing the Jewish people today. For this meeting, we will be reading "Second Person Singular" by Sayed Kashua. The book can be purchased online here or from your local bookstore. Dinner is available for order or you may bring your own! RSVP This program is free […]
30 West 68th St
New York, NY 10023
(212) 877-4050
info@swfs.org
