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Why Israel? A Foundations Course for ECC and Religious School Parents and Grandparents 🙋
Why Israel? A Foundations Course for ECC and Religious School Parents and Grandparents 🙋
When it comes to Israel, it seems like everyone has a passionate opinion — but not everyone has the historical, theological and geopolitical context to backup their arguments and positions... And with anti-Israel rhetoric and activity on the rise — in our streets, in our workplaces and in our children's classrooms — it's more important […]
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Judaism 101 🙋
Judaism 101 🙋
Are you curious about Judaism and eager to learn the basics? Join Judaism 101 with Rabbi Dalia Samansky to expand your knowledge! Designed for those who are new to Judaism or interested in joining the fold, this introductory class covers Jewish holidays, rituals, theology, sacred texts and more — all in an inclusive and welcoming […]
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 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 […]
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Virtual Short Story Group đź–Ą
Virtual Short Story Group đź–Ą
Join our monthly Short Story Group on Zoom, where we discuss Jewish-themed material. This month we're reading “The Four Questions” by Allegra Goodman, “Passover in My Young Days” and “About Protests and Demonstrations” by Joseph Greenstone, “Josephine the Singer, or The Mouse Folk” by Franz Kafka, and “Who Knows One” by Jane Shore. Sponsored by […]
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Family Shabbat Experience: Grades K–2 🙋
Family Shabbat Experience: Grades K–2 🙋
Welcome and celebrate Shabbat with Rabbi Dalia Samansky and your whole family! This service and program is designed for children in kindergarten through second grade 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 […]
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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.
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study đź–Ą
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study đź–Ą
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!
Saturday Morning Family Shabbat: Grades 3–5 🙋
Saturday Morning Family Shabbat: Grades 3–5 🙋
Celebrate Shabbat with Rabbi Dalia Samansky and your whole family! This morning service and program, which includes lunch, is designed for children in grades 3–5 and their grown-ups. RSVP
Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah đź–Ą
Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah đź–Ą
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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Will the Family Still Be Speaking After Passover? đź–Ą
Will the Family Still Be Speaking After Passover? đź–Ą
The war’s not just in the Middle East—it’s at our Seder tables, too. How do we navigate tough conversations with the people we love? Join us over Zoom to hear […]
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ECC Closed for Passover Break
Building Closes Early for Passover First Night Seder
Building Closes Early for Passover First Night Seder
Stephen Wise Free Synagogue closes early at 3 p.m. for the first night of Passover. Chag pesach sameach!
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Second-Night Community Seder 🙋
Second-Night Community Seder 🙋
Join the Stephen Wise community as our clergy leads a musical second-night Passover Seder unlike any other. Enjoy good food and wine, engaging conversation, and activities for children. Let's share this cherished night as we recall the Exodus of our ancestors and our liberation. GET TICKETS Registration closes April 2. We sell out every year; […]
Passover Yom Tov Morning Service 🙋
Passover Yom Tov Morning Service 🙋
Join our clergy for this joyous Yom Tov morning service marking the first day of Passover!
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In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch: Bret Stephens
In These Times With Rabbi Ammi Hirsch: Bret Stephens
Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times columnist Bret Stephens helps us understand the White House's attitudes toward Israel, the major political currents in America that seem to be leaving Jews behind, and a new national ideology that values identity and even victimhood over character and achievement... LISTEN + SUBSCRIBE Every other week, Rabbi Ammi Hirsch hosts […]
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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. Tune in […]
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Adult B’nai Mitzvah Ceremony and Shabbat Morning Services 🙋🖥
Adult B’nai Mitzvah Ceremony and Shabbat Morning Services 🙋🖥
Please join us in worship in person or online as our adult b’nai mitzvah students are called to the Torah. REGISTER TO ATTEND IN PERSON This ceremony will also be livestreaming on our website at swfs.org/live.
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 đź–Ą
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study đź–Ą
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.
Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah đź–Ą
Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah đź–Ą
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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ECC Closed for Passover Break
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Passover Yom Tov and Yizkor Morning Service 🙋
Passover Yom Tov and Yizkor Morning Service 🙋
Join our clergy for a festive, intimate, musical and meditative Yom Tov morning service, including Yizkor for our departed loved ones.
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Lunch and Learn: Between Freedom, Remembrance and Gratitude 🙋
Lunch and Learn: Between Freedom, Remembrance and Gratitude 🙋
The period spanning from Pesach through Yom HaShoah, Yom HaZikaron, and Yom HaAtzmaut, evokes a blend of emotions, as we move from discussions centered on freedom, remembrance, and gratitude to a nuanced mix of sentiments. Join Upper West Side Shlicha Gali Rabin Choresh as she explores various Israeli traditions, both old and new, as well […]
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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 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 […]
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Family Shabbat Experience: Grades K–2 🙋
Family Shabbat Experience: Grades K–2 🙋
Welcome and celebrate Shabbat with Rabbi Dalia Samansky and your whole family! This service and program is designed for children in kindergarten through second grade and their grown-ups. RSVP
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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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 đź–Ą
Virtual Lay-Led Torah Study đź–Ą
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.
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
Tot Shabbat Together 🙋
Hop, jump, dance and sing at our rooftop Tot Shabbat! Join Rabbi Dalia Samansky 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.
Alternative Minyan 🙋
Alternative Minyan 🙋
Share the Shabbat morning service in a meditative style with friends and fellow congregants. Rabbi Dalia Samansky will lead this service, which includes music and responsive readings in both Hebrew and English.
Stephen Wise Book Group 🙋
Stephen Wise Book Group 🙋
Explore classic and contemporary Jewish literature at this monthly group meeting. This month, we're reading "How Sweet It Is" by Thane Rosenbaum. RSVP
Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah đź–Ą
Havdalah and Melaveh Malkah đź–Ą
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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