Featured Events
Book Swap and Rooftop Shabbat 🙋
Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah 🖥
Join Cantor Dan Singer to bid farewell to Shabbat with a musical Havdalah service and Melaveh Malkah. Watch live here on our website or on Facebook or YouTube.
Yom HaZikaron Ceremony 🙋
Honor and pay tribute to Israel's fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism at a Memorial Day ceremony hosted by the Consulate General of Israel in New York and the Permanent Mission of Israel to the UN. The exact address will be provided upon registration. You must refrain from bringing backpacks, laptops/tablets, or any large bags […]
Adult Hebrew Class (Level A) 🙋
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueThe 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 […]
Yom Ha’atzmaut with The Challah Prince 🙋
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueCelebrity challah braider Idan Chabasov — AKA "The Challah Prince" — is coming to Stephen Wise Free Synagogue to celebrate Israel's Independence Day. His royal highness will tell his story — from Israel to Berlin to Instagram fame — while we create high-carb Star-of-David challot together! All ingredients will be provided to create a challah […]
Yom Ha’atzmaut Seder 🙋
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueRituals like the Passover Seder elevate significant moments in our history. In this spirit, we have developed the 'Yom Ha'atzmaut Seder' to celebrate Israel's birthday. Join Rabbi Tracy Kaplowitz to savor four glasses of wine, ask questions, and experience this special new liturgy!
Community Mahjong 🙋
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueSpend 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. Stephen Wise members are welcome to join […]