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Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
Israel Current Events Reading Group for ECC + Religious School Parents 🙋
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
ECC Winter Auction: Bootlegger’s Ball
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch
ECC Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
Israel Current Events Reading Group for ECC + Religious School Parents 🙋
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch
Discipline and Limit Setting Workshop
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch
Shabbat on the Town 🙋
Pajama Havdalah Party! (Tot and K-2) 🙋
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
Israel Current Events Reading Group for ECC + Religious School Parents 🙋
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
New Parent Reception
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch
Women’s Organization Annual Members’ Dinner 🙋
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Welcome Back Family Shabbat 🙋
Welcome Back Family Shabbat 🙋
Join us for a joyful Shabbat celebration — for families with children of all ages! Featuring a catered dinner, a Gaga pit, games, and crafts galore! GET TICKETS
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 on our […]
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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 […]
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 […]
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
Join us every Shabbat morning for warm, welcoming services and joyous b'nai mitzvah celebrations!
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Lunch and Learn: Welcome Back Brunch! 🙋
Lunch and Learn: Welcome Back Brunch! 🙋
Come join your SWFS friends for brunch and some learning! We will spend time reconnecting with old friends, making new ones, and thinking about how we can best prepare ourselves for the upcoming High Holidays. RSVP
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Community Mahjong 🙋
Community Mahjong 🙋
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 […]
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Amplify Israel Book Club: Dinner and a Book 🙋
Amplify Israel Book Club: Dinner and a Book 🙋
Join us to read about the most pressing issues facing the Jewish people today. For this meeting, we will be reading "The Genius of Israel" by Dan Senor and Saul Singer. 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 […]
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Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service + Special Reception
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service + Special Reception
You’re invited to join us for Friday evening services at 6 p.m. followed by a special Shabbat reception where we’ll enjoy appetizers, good company and conversation after services in a […]
Teen Shabbat Schmooze: Grades 8–12 🙋
Teen Shabbat Schmooze: Grades 8–12 🙋
Eighth to twelfth graders are invited to join Rabbi Rena Rifkin for the main Kabbalat Shabbat services in the sanctuary, followed by a special oneg just for them featuring light bites and refreshments! Please RSVP by contacting rrifkin@swfs.org. This event is for members only.
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Deep Dive into the Shabbat Morning Service 🙋
Deep Dive into the Shabbat Morning Service 🙋
Join Rabbis Samantha Natov and Dalia Samansky 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!
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 […]
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 […]
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
Join us every Shabbat morning for warm, welcoming services and joyous b'nai mitzvah celebrations!
Stephen Wise Book Group 🙋
Stephen Wise Book Group 🙋
Explore classic and contemporary Jewish literature at this monthly group meeting! This month, we're reading "The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride.
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Lunch and Learn: The Ethics of Medical Aid in Dying 🙋
Lunch and Learn: The Ethics of Medical Aid in Dying 🙋
Join Dr. Barry Perlman and Rabbi Dalia Samansky as we discuss the issue of Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). MAiD laws currently exist in nine states and the District of Columbia and a bill has been introduced in each NYS legislative session since 2016, but still has not passed. Together, we'll explore what Medical Aid […]
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Community Mahjong 🙋
Community Mahjong 🙋
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 […]
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Virtual Short Story Group 🖥
Virtual Short Story Group 🖥
Join our monthly Short Story Group on Zoom, where we discuss Jewish-themed material. This month we'll be reading "The Orchestra" by S.Y. Agnon, "Poem for Yom Kippur" by Leonard Bernstein, […]
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Shabbat on the Town: Color Me Mine 🙋
Shabbat on the Town: Color Me Mine 🙋
Join us for a special Shabbat on the Town! We'll start with a pizza party at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue, then head to the 'Color Me Mine' pottery studio on […]
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service + Special Reception
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service + Special Reception
You’re invited to join us for Friday evening services at 6 p.m. followed by a special Shabbat reception where we’ll enjoy appetizers, good company and conversation after services in a […]
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Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
Hop, jump, dance and sing at our rooftop Tot Shabbat! Join Rabbi Sam Natov for this fun and interactive Shabbat morning service designed for children four and under and their grown-ups! RSVP Tot Shabbat may be moved indoors in the event of inclement weather.
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 […]
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'nai mitzvah celebrations!
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Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Jewish Broadway 🙋
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Jewish Broadway 🙋
The Women's Organization of Stephen Wise Free Synagogue invites you to join an exclusive lecture on Jewish boadway presented by Women of Reform Judaism's Atlantic and Northeast districts. Includes Museum […]
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Dream. Fracture: A K’far Aza Photography Exhibit 🙋
Dream. Fracture: A K’far Aza Photography Exhibit 🙋
As we approach October 7th, Stephen Wise Free Synagogue will visit Congregation Beth Elohim to view Dream. Fracture, a powerful photo exhibition by artist Batia Holin, a member of the […]
Israel Current Events Reading Group for ECC + Religious School Parents 🙋
Israel Current Events Reading Group for ECC + Religious School Parents 🙋
When it comes to Israel, everyone seems to have a passionate opinion — but not always the historical, theological and geopolitical context to support their views. We invite ECC and […]
Get Out the Vote: Reproductive Freedom 🙋
Get Out the Vote: Reproductive Freedom 🙋
Did you know that in November, New Yorkers will be voting to make reproductive freedom a constitutional right? Join Stephen Wise Free Synagogue and the National Council of Jewish Women […]
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Women’s Organization New Year’s Meet and Greet 🙋
Women’s Organization New Year’s Meet and Greet 🙋
It's been too long since we saw you all in person! Please join us on Wednesday, Sept. 25, at 6:30 p.m. in the Women's Organization Lounge to meet other members […]
Community Mahjong 🙋
Community Mahjong 🙋
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 […]
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In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch: Haviv Rettig Gur
Israeli journalist Haviv Rettig Gur discusses the need for deeper engagement in the Jewish community, our historical resilience, and the impact of October 7th. He reminds us we are the strongest Jews in history — heirs to those who worked, bled and sacrificed to give us Israel and American Jewry. LISTEN + SUBSCRIBE Every other […]
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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 on our […]
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Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
Hop, jump, dance and sing at our Tot Shabbat celebration! Join Rabbi Sam Natov for this fun and interactive Shabbat morning service designed for children four and under and their […]
Erev Selichot 🙋
Erev Selichot 🙋
Join us for a special Selichot program featuring concurrent learning sessions for adults and children with all of our clergy, light refreshments, pizza for the kids and a musical selichot […]
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 […]
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 […]
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
Join us every Shabbat morning for warm, welcoming services and joyous b'nai mitzvah celebrations!
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Erev Rosh Hashanah
Erev Rosh Hashanah WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2 6:00 p.m. Family-Friendly Erev Rosh Hashanah Service | Livestreaming 8:00 p.m. Erev Rosh Hashanah Service | Livestreaming Doors open 30 minutes before posted service times. Links to register for all of our High Holy Days services or programs are being sent by email to all members in good standing. Need help? […]
Family-Friendly Erev Rosh Hashanah Service 🙋🖥
Family-Friendly Erev Rosh Hashanah Service 🙋🖥
Join us for a short, family-friendly Erev Rosh Hashanah service led by Rabbis Ammiel Hirsch, Rena Rifkin, Samantha Natov and Dalia Samansky, and Cantor Dan Singer. Children must be accompanied […]
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service 🙋🖥
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service 🙋🖥
Join us for our Erev Rosh Hashanah service. Doors open 30 minutes before the service begins. Links to register for all of our High Holy Days services or programs are […]
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Rosh Hashanah Day One
Rosh Hashanah Day 1 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3 9:00 a.m. Early Rosh Hashanah Morning Service | Livestreaming 12:00 p.m. Later Rosh Hashanah Morning Service | Livestreaming 12:15 p.m. For Children + Parents: Rosh Hashanah Torah Service + Activities 2:45 p.m. Tashlich in Central Park (departing from SWFS) Doors open 30 minutes before posted service times. Links […]
Tashlich in Central Park 🙋
Tashlich in Central Park 🙋
Join our clergy for a short ceremony in the park. We'll meet at the synagogue and then walk to Central Park together. (Rain date: Rosh Hashanah Day Two, October 4, […]
Early Rosh Hashanah Morning Service Day One 🙋🖥
Early Rosh Hashanah Morning Service Day One 🙋🖥
Join us for our early Rosh Hashanah morning service. Doors open 30 minutes before the service begins. Links to register for all of our High Holy Days services or programs […]
Later Rosh Hashanah Morning Service Day One 🙋🖥
Later Rosh Hashanah Morning Service Day One 🙋🖥
Join us for our later Rosh Hashanah morning service. Doors open 30 minutes before the service begins. Links to register for all of our High Holy Days services or programs […]
For Children + Parents: Rosh Hashanah Torah Service + Activities 🙋
For Children + Parents: Rosh Hashanah Torah Service + Activities 🙋
Families are invited to a short, musical prayer service for appropriate for all ages followed by fun children’s activities on the street in front of Stephen Wise. The street will […]
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Rosh Hashanah Day Two
Rosh Hashanah Day Two FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 9:30 a.m. Adult Study with Rabbi Hirsch 9:30 a.m. Family Rosh Hashanah Service 11:15 a.m. Rosh Hashanah Serivice and Shofar Blowing | Livestreaming -2:30 p.m. Rain Date for Tashlich- Doors open 30 minutes before posted service times. Links to register for all of our High Holy Days services […]
Rosh Hashanah Day Two Adult Study with Rabbi Hirsch 🙋
Rosh Hashanah Day Two Adult Study with Rabbi Hirsch 🙋
Join Rabbi Hirsch for a Rosh Hashanah text study. Links to register for all of our High Holy Days services or programs are being sent by email to all members […]
Rosh Hashanah Second-Day Family Service 🙋
Rosh Hashanah Second-Day Family Service 🙋
Join us for a warm, musical experience that brings families together to celebrate the High Holy Days. Designed for children of all ages and their grown-ups. Doors open 30 minutes […]
Rosh Hashanah Second-Day Service and Shofar Blowing 🙋🖥
Rosh Hashanah Second-Day Service and Shofar Blowing 🙋🖥
Join us to hear the shofar at this second-day Rosh Hashanah service! Links to register for all of our High Holy Days services or programs are being sent by email […]
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 on our […]
4 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 […]
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 […]
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
In-Person Shabbat Morning Services
Join us every Shabbat morning for warm, welcoming services and joyous b'nai mitzvah celebrations!
Alternative Minyan 🙋
Alternative Minyan 🙋
Share the Shabbat morning service in a meditative style with friends and fellow congregants. Our clergy will lead this service, which includes music and readings in both Hebrew and English.
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