Week of Events
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Selichot
An overture to the High Holy Days, Selichot is a service that usually takes place on the Saturday night preceding Rosh Hashanah, and opens the season of penitential prayers.
Sunday, September 22, 2024
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September 22, 2024 -Reverse Tashlich – Central Park Cleanup with Central Synagogue
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September 22, 2024 -“We Will Dance Again” Film Screening
Reverse Tashlich – Central Park Cleanup with Central Synagogue
REGISTER This event takes place at Turtle Pond in Central Park As we prepare to relinquish the burdens of 5784, let’s fulfill the mitzvah of Bal Tashchit, the prohibition against needless waste and destruction. When we perform Tashlich, we cast our sins and our pain...
“We Will Dance Again” Film Screening
BUY TICKETS Tickets are free for CRS members. Please refer to your weekly CRS News emails for the code or email crs@crsnyc.org. Hosted in conjunction with Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, this documentary film screening will be followed by a Q&A with members of the film's...
Monday, September 23, 2024
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September 23, 2024 -Canasta at CRS
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September 23, 2024 -Larger Than Life – Series 2 | Israeli Hug Center at Rodeph Sholom
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September 23, 2024 -Job on Broadway: Talkback with Director, Michael Herwitz
Canasta at CRS
REGISTER About our Games We offer open play on Mondays from 12:00 to 3:00 PM. Beginners and experienced players are welcome – however, this is not a class; everyone should be able to play on their own (and we’ll gladly help if you have questions!)....
Larger Than Life – Series 2 | Israeli Hug Center at Rodeph Sholom
REGISTER An afternoon support group for families (parents and children) battling childhood cancer, with activities for kids and support programs for parents.
Job on Broadway: Talkback with Director, Michael Herwitz
REGISTER FOR ZOOM Job Director (and former CRS employee), Michael Herwitz, joins Rodeph Sholom for a night of discussion and reflection about his debut Broadway play. We’ll hear from Michael about his journey and wrestle together with key questions that the play leaves unresolved. Michael...
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
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September 24, 2024 -Gotham BBYO Gothchella Kick-Off
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September 24, 2024 -After “Happily Ever After” – Ancient Wisdom and Psychological Insights for Premarital Couples
Gotham BBYO Gothchella Kick-Off
REGISTER All teens are welcome to join us for Go-chella! This is our music-festival themed event being held on the brand-new 6th floor terrace. Get ready for a bunch of music themed games and activities, a selection of food vendors, swag, body jewels, and a...
After “Happily Ever After” – Ancient Wisdom and Psychological Insights for Premarital Couples
CANCELLED Join this lively 1-hour Zoom class led by Dr. Annabelle Moore Seife, Clinical Psychologist and Director of the Couples Therapy Program at Therapists of New York, and Rabbi Ben Spratt, Senior Rabbi of Congregation Rodeph Sholom, as they share their guidance, host a discussion,...
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
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September 25, 2024 -CRS Outings: Jewish Heritage Trolley Tour at Woodlawn Cemetery and Conservancy
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September 25, 2024 -High Holiday Bereavement Support Program
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September 25, 2024 -Discovering Judaism: An Introduction to Judaism
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September 25, 2024 -Microaggression & Upstander 2-part Workshop
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September 25, 2024 -Heading to the Polls: American Jewish Civics in a Post-October 7 World: Tamara Mann Tweel
CRS Outings: Jewish Heritage Trolley Tour at Woodlawn Cemetery and Conservancy
REGISTER This event is for CRS members only. Learn more about membership at CRS here. In this 90-minute trolley tour we’ll learn about the many Jewish families and individuals who chose Woodlawn as their final resting place, among them Arde Bulova, owner of the Bulova Watch Corporation,...
High Holiday Bereavement Support Program
REGISTER This event is for CRS members only. Learn more about membership at CRS here. In partnership with the CRS Caring Council, this program hosted by The Jewish Board is for CRS members who are grieving the loss of a loved one this High Holy Day Season....
Discovering Judaism: An Introduction to Judaism
REGISTER › For those interested in learning more about the foundations of Judaism and Jewish life or considering conversion to Judaism. For those seeking an orientation to Judaism and Jewish life, this course is a good beginning. Over the course of two semesters, we will...
Microaggression & Upstander 2-part Workshop
REGISTER During this 2-session workshop, we will discuss how to identify a microaggression, as well as learn about common microaggressions that occur within the Jewish community and strategies to disrupt them when they are caused by others and (inevitably) by ourselves.
Heading to the Polls: American Jewish Civics in a Post-October 7 World: Tamara Mann Tweel
REGISTER Across the political and religious spectrum, American Jews have felt deeply unsettled by events in Israel and America. Like all Americans, we are affected by the all-time high levels of polarization pervading this contentious presidential election. Simultaneously, since the Hamas attack on October 7...
Thursday, September 26, 2024
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September 26, 2024 -Daytime Mah Jongg
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September 26, 2024 -The Z-Word
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September 26, 2024 -Arzenu UK presents: Reflecting on October 7
Daytime Mah Jongg
REGISTER Two Bam! Four Dot! Six Crack! We are all loving Mah Jongg at Rodeph Sholom! About Our Games Open play hosted by CRS congregants is offered bi-weekly. Beginners and experienced players are welcome – however, this is not a class; everyone should be able...
The Z-Word
September 19 and 26 12:30 p.m. ET/ 9:30 a.m. PT This two-part series will explore the history and background of Zionism as an idea and reflect on how we as North American Reform Jews can think about Zionism in different ways as we explore life...
Arzenu UK presents: Reflecting on October 7
REGISTER As the anniversary of the terrible events of October 7th approaches, join us for a 3-part lecture series in which we reflect on these events in their historical context, as well as looking forward to options for the day after. Rabbi Lea Muhlstein, immediate...
Friday, September 27, 2024
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September 27, 2024 -Erev Shabbat Service
Erev Shabbat Service
Join us for Erev Shabbat at Congregation Rodeph Sholom! Our Friday night services include music, prayer, and meaningful reflection. Whether you are seeking community, spirituality, or a moment of peace, there’s a place for you here. After services, enjoy a nosh and schmooze with fellow...
Saturday, September 28, 2024
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September 28, 2024 -Singin’ Swingin’ Shabbat
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September 28, 2024 -Shabbat Torah Study with the Clergy
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September 28, 2024 -Selichot by Candlelight: Preparing Ourselves for the Season of Returning
Singin’ Swingin’ Shabbat
REGISTER Experience the joy of Shabbat with Sholom Sprouts every week! Join us on our new terrace and rooftop playground! Begin your Saturday morning with a 25-minute sing-along filled with dancing, jumping and storytelling. Bring your appetite for bagels, kid-friendly nosh, and, of course, challah! You...
Shabbat Torah Study with the Clergy
A warm and engaging study session led by our clergy, we dig deep into the week’s Torah portion with participation by our congregants. Through our study of the sacred text, together we explore how the Torah’s wisdom influences our daily lives. The Torah Study session...
Selichot by Candlelight: Preparing Ourselves for the Season of Returning
REGISTER 8:00 PM - Dessert & Connection 8:30 PM - Havdalah and Candlelight Service (In-person and Livestream) Join our full clergy team for an immersive evening as we enter the High Holy Day season. Experience music, meditation, learning, and prayer surrounded by candlelight following a...