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Adult B’nai Mitzvah Ceremony and Shabbat Morning Services 🙋🖥
UWS Yom HaShoah Observance: Reading of the Names 🙋🖥
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
SWFS Spring Benefit: Celebrating 20 Years of Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch
Re-CHARGING Reform Judaism
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Virtual Lunch and Learn: Jewish Genealogy Workshop
Virtual Lunch and Learn: Jewish Genealogy Workshop
Join genealogist Rabbi Scott Kalmikoff, who's spent the past 14 years exploring his roots, to learn about how he set out to research his own ancestors and how you can build your own family tree. RSVP
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Processing Reactions & Identifying Ways to Adapt Facilitated by Dr. Alicia Hirsch (Zoom)
Processing Reactions & Identifying Ways to Adapt Facilitated by Dr. Alicia Hirsch (Zoom)
Limit: 5 participants Dr. Alicia Hirsch is a clinical psychologist who specializes in using evidence-based therapies to treat trauma, anxiety and mood symptoms. She was the lead therapist in providing clinical care to 9/11 first responders and survivors, was the clinical director of Mount Sinai's Eating and Weight Disorders Program, and was the clinical director […]
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service
Welcome and celebrate Shabbat at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue! Our easy-to-follow services, accompanied by a full band, are inspiring and uplifting. We're also proud to livestream our services. Tune in on our website, Facebook or YouTube.
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Emergency Food Program
Emergency Food Program
In the spirit of tikkun olam, volunteer to prepare and distribute food packages to individuals in need. Sign up to volunteer by yourself, with a friend, or with your family; every person makes a difference. To volunteer, contact efp@swfs.org.
Tot Shabbat Together (Zoom)
Tot Shabbat Together (Zoom)
Join Rabbi Shira Gluck and Student Cantor Joe Flaxman on Zoom for a fun and interactive Shabbat celebration designed for children ages four and under and their grown-ups. RSVP HERE
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study 🖥
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study 🖥
Read and discuss the Torah, Tanakh and Talmud. No Hebrew knowledge or prior study is necessary. For any questions, contact David Richter at dhenryrichter@gmail.com. RSVP Zoom meeting information will be automatically provided upon RSVP.
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
Join us every Shabbat morning for warm, welcoming services and joyous b'ani mitzvah celebrations!
Shabbat Morning Service (Facebook and YouTube)
Shabbat Morning Service (Facebook and YouTube)
Join Rabbi Shira Gluck on Facebook and YouTube for a short and intimate virtual Shabbat morning service.
A Deep Dive Into The Shabbat Morning Service: The Sh’ma and Its Blessings Part III (Zoom)
A Deep Dive Into The Shabbat Morning Service: The Sh’ma and Its Blessings Part III (Zoom)
The Sh'ma and Its Blessings Part III: God is One "Hear, O Israel: the Lord is our God, the Lord is One." What does that mean? And why is monotheism so revolutionary? Join Rabbi Samantha Natov and Student Cantor Joe Flaxman on Zoom for a deep dive into Judaism's central prayer, the "Sh'ma." Investigate its […]
Soup For The Soul, Stories For The Sprit
Soup For The Soul, Stories For The Sprit
Join Rabbi Sam Natov on Facebook and YouTube as she nourishes the body and mind with hearty recipes and spiritual stories. On this Shabbat morning cooking show, she'll simmer one of her famous concoctions and share Jewish folktales from the comfort of her kitchen. WATCH HERE
Book Group (Zoom)
Book Group (Zoom)
Explore classic and contemporary Jewish literature at this monthly group meeting. This month we're discussing "The Convert" by Stefan Hertmans. New members are always welcome! Come every month or when you are able! Sponsored by Community Connections. RSVP using the button below or to our office at (212) 877-4050, ext. 280, or response@swfs.org (Zoom information will be provided […]
Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah 🖥
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.
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Virtual Lunch and Learn: Jewish Genealogy Workshop
Virtual Lunch and Learn: Jewish Genealogy Workshop
Join genealogist Rabbi Scott Kalmikoff, who's spent the past 14 years exploring his roots, to learn about how he set out to research his own ancestors and how you can build your own family tree. RSVP
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Processing Reactions & Identifying Ways to Adapt Facilitated by Dr. Alicia Hirsch (Zoom)
Processing Reactions & Identifying Ways to Adapt Facilitated by Dr. Alicia Hirsch (Zoom)
Limit: 5 participants Dr. Alicia Hirsch is a clinical psychologist who specializes in using evidence-based therapies to treat trauma, anxiety and mood symptoms. She was the lead therapist in providing clinical care to 9/11 first responders and survivors, was the clinical director of Mount Sinai's Eating and Weight Disorders Program, and was the clinical director […]
Family Kabbalat Shabbat (all ages)
Family Kabbalat Shabbat (all ages)
Join Rabbi Shira Gluck and Student Cantor Joe Flaxman on Zoom for a warm, musical experience that brings families together to welcome Shabbat. Designed for children of all ages and their grown-ups. RSVP
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service
Welcome and celebrate Shabbat at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue! Our easy-to-follow services, accompanied by a full band, are inspiring and uplifting. We're also proud to livestream our services. Tune in on our website, Facebook or YouTube.
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Virtual Adult B’nai Mitzvah Ceremony
Virtual Adult B’nai Mitzvah Ceremony
We invite you to join us virtually this February 13, when our adult b'nai mitzvah students are called to the Torah. Tune in to watch live at swfs.org/live or on Facebook or YouTube.
Emergency Food Program
Emergency Food Program
In the spirit of tikkun olam, volunteer to prepare and distribute food packages to individuals in need. Sign up to volunteer by yourself, with a friend, or with your family; every person makes a difference. To volunteer, contact efp@swfs.org.
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study 🖥
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study 🖥
Read and discuss the Torah, Tanakh and Talmud. No Hebrew knowledge or prior study is necessary. For any questions, contact David Richter at dhenryrichter@gmail.com. RSVP Zoom meeting information will be automatically provided upon RSVP.
Soup For The Soul, Stories For The Sprit
Soup For The Soul, Stories For The Sprit
Join Rabbi Sam Natov on Facebook and YouTube as she nourishes the body and mind with hearty recipes and spiritual stories. On this Shabbat morning cooking show, she'll simmer one of her famous concoctions and share Jewish folktales from the comfort of her kitchen. WATCH HERE
Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah 🖥
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.
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Presidents’ Week – RS Closed
RS Presidents’ Weekend – No BBM Tutoring
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Presidents’ Week – School Closed
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‘Shared Legacies’ and Discussion (Zoom)
‘Shared Legacies’ and Discussion (Zoom)
Join us in celebrating Black History Month as we explore the friendship and shared legacies of the African-American and Jewish communities during the civil rights movement of the 1960s. We'll send you a link to screen the documentary "Shared Legacies" on your own time. Rabbi Sam Natov will moderate a discussion with the film's executive producer Lisa Weitzman, […]
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Presidents’ Week/Flexible Vacation Days
Dialogue Across The Streams
Dialogue Across The Streams
Join Rabbis Ammiel Hirsch, Rachel Ain and Jason Herman as they discuss the tumultuous events of the past week from a Reform, Conservative and Orthodox Jewish perspective. The webcast will air on our website at swfs.org/live and on Facebook and YouTube. WATCH HERE
A Journey Through America’s Heart of Glass
A Journey Through America’s Heart of Glass
The American Studio Glass Movement started in the early 1960s, leading to the formation of smalls schools — like the famous Pilchuck Glass School near Seattle — where glassblowers came to hone their talents, apprentice with masters, and experiment with the craft. Our congregant Joyce Silver first discovered sculptured glass in Detroit in the 70s, […]
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Processing Reactions & Identifying Ways to Adapt Facilitated by Dr. Alicia Hirsch (Zoom)
Processing Reactions & Identifying Ways to Adapt Facilitated by Dr. Alicia Hirsch (Zoom)
Limit: 5 participants Dr. Alicia Hirsch is a clinical psychologist who specializes in using evidence-based therapies to treat trauma, anxiety and mood symptoms. She was the lead therapist in providing clinical care to 9/11 first responders and survivors, was the clinical director of Mount Sinai's Eating and Weight Disorders Program, and was the clinical director […]
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service
Welcome and celebrate Shabbat at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue! Our easy-to-follow services, accompanied by a full band, are inspiring and uplifting. We're also proud to livestream our services. Tune in on our website, Facebook or YouTube.
8 events,
Emergency Food Program
Emergency Food Program
In the spirit of tikkun olam, volunteer to prepare and distribute food packages to individuals in need. Sign up to volunteer by yourself, with a friend, or with your family; every person makes a difference. To volunteer, contact efp@swfs.org.
Tot Shabbat Together: Get Ready for Purim (Zoom)
Tot Shabbat Together: Get Ready for Purim (Zoom)
Join Rabbi Shira Gluck and Student Cantor Joe Flaxman on Zoom for a fun and interactive Shabbat celebration as we get ready for Purim; designed for children ages four and under and their grown-ups. RSVP HERE
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study 🖥
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study 🖥
Read and discuss the Torah, Tanakh and Talmud. No Hebrew knowledge or prior study is necessary. For any questions, contact David Richter at dhenryrichter@gmail.com. RSVP Zoom meeting information will be automatically provided upon RSVP.
Shabbat Morning Service (Facebook and YouTube)
Shabbat Morning Service (Facebook and YouTube)
Join Rabbi Shira Gluck on Facebook and YouTube for a short and intimate virtual Shabbat morning service.
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
Join us every Shabbat morning for warm, welcoming services and joyous b'ani mitzvah celebrations!
Soup For The Soul, Stories For The Sprit
Soup For The Soul, Stories For The Sprit
Join Rabbi Sam Natov on Facebook and YouTube as she nourishes the body and mind with hearty recipes and spiritual stories. On this Shabbat morning cooking show, she'll simmer one of her famous concoctions and share Jewish folktales from the comfort of her kitchen. WATCH HERE
A Deep Dive Into The Shabbat Morning Service: The Sh’ma and Its Blessings Part IV (Zoom)
A Deep Dive Into The Shabbat Morning Service: The Sh’ma and Its Blessings Part IV (Zoom)
The Sh'ma and Its Blessings Part IV: And You Shall Love Can we be commanded to love? And what does it mean when we read in the Torah that we must love God with all of our heart, soul and might? Join Rabbi Samantha Natov and Student Cantor Joe Flaxman on Zoom for a deep […]
Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah 🖥
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.
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We’re Bringing The Purim Party To You!
We’re Bringing The Purim Party To You!
This year, we're bringing the Purim party to you! A week before our famous spiel, join the whole Stephen Wise community on Zoom for a Hamantaschen-baking class led by master baker Naomi Elberg, whose Thank God Its Shabbos bakery specializes in challah, babka and more. DJ X-Ray and MC Theo Phillip from Events by Sandi Z will take care of the entertainment while you […]
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A BRCA Family Affair (Zoom)
A BRCA Family Affair (Zoom)
The Women's Organization of Stephen Wise Free Synagogue invites you to join the Basser Center for BRCA for a virtual fireside chat focused on one family's journey after discovering they were BRCA mutation carriers. Basser Center Executive Director Dr. Susan Domchek will be in conversation with the author of "Beat Breast Cancer Like A Boss," Ali Rogin, and […]
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RS Erev Purim – No BBM Tutoring
Virtual Megillah Reading and Costume Show
Virtual Megillah Reading and Costume Show
This year our Megillah reading, like everything else, is going virtual. Join us for our annual reading of the Gantze Megillah, the scroll of Esther, from beginning to end. Following the reading, Cantor Singer will lead a musical interlude, while everyone is invited to show off their Purim costumes on Zoom. Tune in on Zoom, swfs.org/live, Facebook, or YouTube.
Purim Spiel: INDIASPORA JEWS and the TEMPLE OF ZOOM (Streaming)
Purim Spiel: INDIASPORA JEWS and the TEMPLE OF ZOOM (Streaming)
An oppressed people from a distant past in search of a scroll must escape the regime of a king and his evil minister... Will Sir Elton John help the InDiaspora Jews escape the TEMPLE OF ZOOM? Join us on Erev Purim to find out! Tune in at swfs.org/live or on Facebook or YouTube.
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Processing Reactions & Identifying Ways to Adapt Facilitated by Dr. Alicia Hirsch (Zoom)
Processing Reactions & Identifying Ways to Adapt Facilitated by Dr. Alicia Hirsch (Zoom)
Limit: 5 participants Dr. Alicia Hirsch is a clinical psychologist who specializes in using evidence-based therapies to treat trauma, anxiety and mood symptoms. She was the lead therapist in providing clinical care to 9/11 first responders and survivors, was the clinical director of Mount Sinai's Eating and Weight Disorders Program, and was the clinical director […]
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service
Welcome and celebrate Shabbat at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue! Our easy-to-follow services, accompanied by a full band, are inspiring and uplifting. We're also proud to livestream our services. Tune in on our website, Facebook or YouTube.
6 events,
Emergency Food Program
Emergency Food Program
In the spirit of tikkun olam, volunteer to prepare and distribute food packages to individuals in need. Sign up to volunteer by yourself, with a friend, or with your family; every person makes a difference. To volunteer, contact efp@swfs.org.
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study 🖥
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study 🖥
Read and discuss the Torah, Tanakh and Talmud. No Hebrew knowledge or prior study is necessary. For any questions, contact David Richter at dhenryrichter@gmail.com. RSVP Zoom meeting information will be automatically provided upon RSVP.
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
Celebrate Shabbat at an intimate in-person morning service in our library! This morning service will not be streaming online. Click here to learn about our latest COVID-19 protocols.
Virtual Alternative Minyan (Zoom)
Virtual Alternative Minyan (Zoom)
Share the Shabbat morning service on Zoom in a meditative style with friends and fellow congregants. Student Cantor Joe Flaxman will lead this virtual service, which includes music and responsive readings in both Hebrew and English. REGISTER ON ZOOM
Soup For The Soul, Stories For The Sprit
Soup For The Soul, Stories For The Sprit
Join Rabbi Sam Natov on Facebook and YouTube as she nourishes the body and mind with hearty recipes and spiritual stories. On this Shabbat morning cooking show, she'll simmer one of her famous concoctions and share Jewish folktales from the comfort of her kitchen. WATCH HERE
Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah 🖥
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.
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Lunch and Learn: Passover: A Festival For All Time
Lunch and Learn: Passover: A Festival For All Time
In Exodus 12:14, we're commanded regarding the Passover Seder: “This day shall be to you one of remembrance: You shall celebrate it as a festival of Adonai throughout the ages; you […]
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The Role of Women in Exodus (Zoom)
The Role of Women in Exodus (Zoom)
Join Rabbi Shira Gluck as she examines the role of women in the Exodus story.
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Processing Reactions & Identifying Ways to Adapt Facilitated by Dr. Alicia Hirsch (Zoom)
Processing Reactions & Identifying Ways to Adapt Facilitated by Dr. Alicia Hirsch (Zoom)
Limit: 5 participants Dr. Alicia Hirsch is a clinical psychologist who specializes in using evidence-based therapies to treat trauma, anxiety and mood symptoms. She was the lead therapist in providing […]
Family Kabbalat Shabbat (all ages)
Family Kabbalat Shabbat (all ages)
Join Rabbi Shira Gluck and Student Cantor Joe Flaxman on Zoom for a warm, musical experience that brings families together to welcome Shabbat. Designed for children of all ages and […]
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service
Welcome and celebrate Shabbat at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue! Our easy-to-follow services, accompanied by a full band, are inspiring and uplifting. We're also proud to livestream our services. Tune in […]
10 events,
Emergency Food Program
Emergency Food Program
In the spirit of tikkun olam, volunteer to prepare and distribute food packages to individuals in need. Sign up to volunteer by yourself, with a friend, or with your family; every person makes a […]
Tot Shabbat Together (Zoom)
Tot Shabbat Together (Zoom)
Join Rabbi Shira Gluck and Student Cantor Joe Flaxman on Zoom for a fun and interactive Shabbat celebration designed for children ages four and under and their grown-ups. RSVP HERE
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study 🖥
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study 🖥
Read and discuss the Torah, Tanakh and Talmud. No Hebrew knowledge or prior study is necessary. For any questions, contact David Richter at dhenryrichter@gmail.com. RSVP Zoom meeting information will be automatically provided upon RSVP.
Shabbat Morning Service (Facebook and YouTube)
Shabbat Morning Service (Facebook and YouTube)
Join Rabbi Shira Gluck on Facebook or YouTube for a short and intimate virtual Shabbat morning service.
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
Join us every Shabbat morning for warm, welcoming services and joyous b'ani mitzvah celebrations!
Soup For The Soul, Stories For The Sprit
Soup For The Soul, Stories For The Sprit
Join Rabbi Sam Natov on Facebook and YouTube as she nourishes the body and mind with hearty recipes and spiritual stories. On this Shabbat morning cooking show, she'll simmer one of her famous concoctions and share Jewish folktales from the comfort of her kitchen. WATCH HERE
A Deep Dive Into The Shabbat Morning Service: The Sh’ma and Its Blessings Part V (Zoom)
A Deep Dive Into The Shabbat Morning Service: The Sh’ma and Its Blessings Part V (Zoom)
The Sh'ma and Its Blessings Part V: Redemption "Who is like You, O God?” This prayer about redemption asked us to look at what it means to be free and how that impacts our theological beliefs. Join Rabbi Samantha Natov and Student Cantor Joe Flaxman on Zoom for a deep dive into "Mi Chamochah." Investigate […]
Book Group (Zoom)
Book Group (Zoom)
Explore classic and contemporary Jewish literature at this monthly group meeting. This month we're discussing "Family Papers: a Sephardic Journey through the Twentieth Century" by Sarah Abrevaya Stein. New members are always welcome! Come every month or when you are able! Sponsored by Community Connections. RSVP using the button below or to our office at (212) […]
Refugee Havdalah (Zoom)
Refugee Havdalah (Zoom)
Join Stephen Wise as we celebrate immigration with Havdalah and HIAS. HIAS Vice President for Policy and Advocacy Naomi Steinberg will give us an update of how immigration and refugee policy has changed with the new administration and what still needs to be done. Then we will add our individual names to a Welcome Letter to Congress.
Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah 🖥
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.
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