UPCOMING EVENTS
December 2019
Shabbat Study with Rabbi Timoner
After services, pick up some treats at kiddush and head into Rabbi Timoner’s study for 20 minutes of learning on a big Jewish question. We will begin after kiddush, usually around noon. Duration is 20 minutes, we will always finish by 12:25 PM. Theme for the fall: Nationalism and Jewish Peoplehood.
Find out more »Parent/Child Swimming Class – 6 months-1 year old
This is a class for parents and their children that will introduce both parent and child to the introductory methods of acclimating young children to a water environment. Parents/caregivers will learn how to hold and handle their child in the water as the class explores basic water techniques based around songs and games. Weekly on Mondays, November 18, 2019-January 27, 2020 9:30-10:00 AM for parents with children 6 months - 1 year old 10:00 -10:30 AM for parents with children…
Find out more »Parent/Child Swimming Class – 1-2 years old
This is a class for parents and their children that will introduce both parent and child to the introductory methods of acclimating young children to a water environment. Parents/caregivers will learn how to hold and handle their child in the water as the class explores basic water techniques based around songs and games. Weekly on Mondays, November 18, 2019-January 27, 2020 9:30-10:00 AM for parents with children 6 months - 1 year old 10:00 -10:30 AM for parents with children…
Find out more »Water Exercise Class
Water workout classes offer a well rounded workout for folks looking for a low impact exercise. Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength & flexibility are just a few of the many benefits to water exercise. Balance, coordination & core strength will improve from each workout. Join us! Weekly on Tuesdays, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM, November 19, 2019-January 28, 2020. Register Now
Find out more »Morning Mah Jongg
All skills are welcome. Please join us, Mah Jongg is a fun social game and easy to learn. For more information about the morning group, please email Baila Celedonia at bailaceledonia@gmail.com to join our email reminder list.
Find out more »Basic Judaism
Looking to learn more about Judaism? Check out Basic Judaism with Rabbi Green, Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, beginning October 29 at CBE. This 24-week course is designed to give you a basic fluency in Jewish history, text, ritual, and thought. Click here to read more information, and also to sign up for this year's course. Register Now
Find out more »Mussar
Mussar seeks to improve our relations with others and ourselves. The class is discussion based and focuses on character traits, or middot, such as patience, generosity, gratitude, anger, and humility. The method is to study these traits and put into practice what we study. The goal is to make us not just more insightful, but to effect a change in behavior by making the heart feel what the mind knows. We draw upon both classic and modern Mussar writings, though…
Find out more »Evening Mah Jongg
All skills are welcome. Please join us, Mah Jongg is a fun social game and easy to learn. For more information about the evening group, please email Amanda Leath at amandaleath@gmail.com to join our email reminder list.
Find out more »Parashat HaShavuah
Taught by Rabbi Timoner, Rabbi Green, Rabbi Epstein, and Cantor Breitzer in rotation, join us for an exploration of the weekly Torah portion. We'll examine the parsha, alongside both classical and contemporary commentaries. No experience, Hebrew, or Torah knowledge necessary. No registration needed.
Find out more »Israeli Dancing
Whether it's fun, exercise, culture, or community that you are looking for, you will find all of that and more in Israeli Dancing with Rina Rinkewich. $10 admission at the door, $8 for CBE members. First class is free!
Find out more »Shabbat Study with Rabbi Timoner
After services, pick up some treats at kiddush and head into Rabbi Timoner’s study for 20 minutes of learning on a big Jewish question. We will begin after kiddush, usually around noon. Duration is 20 minutes, we will always finish by 12:25 PM. Theme for the fall: Nationalism and Jewish Peoplehood.
Find out more »Gift Collection and Wrapping Drive with Bronx Defenders
We are teaming up with Bronx Defenders, for the 4th year in a row, to provide gifts for families in need. Bronx Defenders is a unique model of public defense that takes a holistic approach to working with families and individuals in the criminal justice system. Purchase gifts for a family by choosing a gift from this spreadsheet and bring it with you to CBE. We'll have a craft station where children can wrap gifts and make cards. This event…
Find out more »Klezmer Hanukkah Party with Brooklyn Conservatory of Music
Join Congregation Beth Elohim and the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music for a Hanukkah season celebration! Enjoy Klezmer music and dancing with the Brooklyn Conservatory Community Klezmer Band, under the direction of Zoe Aqua. Warm up with latkes and cider, make fun crafts, and participate in CBE’s gift-wrapping and donation drive with Bronx Defenders beforehand from 2-4 PM! This is a very popular event. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended; a limited number of tickets will be available at the door. Buy…
Find out more »Parent/Child Swimming Class – 6 months-1 year old
This is a class for parents and their children that will introduce both parent and child to the introductory methods of acclimating young children to a water environment. Parents/caregivers will learn how to hold and handle their child in the water as the class explores basic water techniques based around songs and games. Weekly on Mondays, November 18, 2019-January 27, 2020 9:30-10:00 AM for parents with children 6 months - 1 year old 10:00 -10:30 AM for parents with children…
Find out more »Parent/Child Swimming Class – 1-2 years old
This is a class for parents and their children that will introduce both parent and child to the introductory methods of acclimating young children to a water environment. Parents/caregivers will learn how to hold and handle their child in the water as the class explores basic water techniques based around songs and games. Weekly on Mondays, November 18, 2019-January 27, 2020 9:30-10:00 AM for parents with children 6 months - 1 year old 10:00 -10:30 AM for parents with children…
Find out more »Water Exercise Class
Water workout classes offer a well rounded workout for folks looking for a low impact exercise. Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength & flexibility are just a few of the many benefits to water exercise. Balance, coordination & core strength will improve from each workout. Join us! Weekly on Tuesdays, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM, November 19, 2019-January 28, 2020. Register Now
Find out more »Morning Mah Jongg
All skills are welcome. Please join us, Mah Jongg is a fun social game and easy to learn. For more information about the morning group, please email Baila Celedonia at bailaceledonia@gmail.com to join our email reminder list.
Find out more »Basic Judaism
Looking to learn more about Judaism? Check out Basic Judaism with Rabbi Green, Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, beginning October 29 at CBE. This 24-week course is designed to give you a basic fluency in Jewish history, text, ritual, and thought. Click here to read more information, and also to sign up for this year's course. Register Now
Find out more »Evening Mah Jongg
All skills are welcome. Please join us, Mah Jongg is a fun social game and easy to learn. For more information about the evening group, please email Amanda Leath at amandaleath@gmail.com to join our email reminder list.
Find out more »Parashat HaShavuah
Taught by Rabbi Timoner, Rabbi Green, Rabbi Epstein, and Cantor Breitzer in rotation, join us for an exploration of the weekly Torah portion. We'll examine the parsha, alongside both classical and contemporary commentaries. No experience, Hebrew, or Torah knowledge necessary. No registration needed.
Find out more »Refugee Task Force Meeting
Please join us as we work to advocate, educate, and engage our community in working to protect refugees throughout the world, asylum seekers, and other immigrants in the United States. Come learn about our many projects and ways you can get involved and make a difference. All are welcome.
Find out more »Thursday Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Green
In each session, we will examine concepts in Jewish political thought. We will explore big themes in political thought such as monarchy, democracy, dissent, welfare, and so on, through the lens of biblical, rabbinic, medieval, and modern Jewish texts. As in years past, will continue the tradition of holding this class every other Thursday. Bring lunch for yourself and Rabbi Green will supply the learning.
Find out more »Israeli Dancing
Whether it's fun, exercise, culture, or community that you are looking for, you will find all of that and more in Israeli Dancing with Rina Rinkewich. $10 admission at the door, $8 for CBE members. First class is free!
Find out more »Shabbat Study with Rabbi Timoner
After services, pick up some treats at kiddush and head into Rabbi Timoner’s study for 20 minutes of learning on a big Jewish question. We will begin after kiddush, usually around noon. Duration is 20 minutes, we will always finish by 12:25 PM. Theme for the fall: Nationalism and Jewish Peoplehood.
Find out more »Hanukkah Sing-Along with Cantor Breitzer and Debbie Brukman
Join Debbie Brukman and your CBE family for singing, dancing, and candle lighting at our special Hanukkah sing-along. We'll enjoy some tasty latkes too! Free with RSVP. RSVP Now
Find out more »Parent/Child Swimming Class – 6 months-1 year old
This is a class for parents and their children that will introduce both parent and child to the introductory methods of acclimating young children to a water environment. Parents/caregivers will learn how to hold and handle their child in the water as the class explores basic water techniques based around songs and games. Weekly on Mondays, November 18, 2019-January 27, 2020 9:30-10:00 AM for parents with children 6 months - 1 year old 10:00 -10:30 AM for parents with children…
Find out more »Parent/Child Swimming Class – 1-2 years old
This is a class for parents and their children that will introduce both parent and child to the introductory methods of acclimating young children to a water environment. Parents/caregivers will learn how to hold and handle their child in the water as the class explores basic water techniques based around songs and games. Weekly on Mondays, November 18, 2019-January 27, 2020 9:30-10:00 AM for parents with children 6 months - 1 year old 10:00 -10:30 AM for parents with children…
Find out more »Morning Mah Jongg
All skills are welcome. Please join us, Mah Jongg is a fun social game and easy to learn. For more information about the morning group, please email Baila Celedonia at bailaceledonia@gmail.com to join our email reminder list.
Find out more »Evening Mah Jongg
All skills are welcome. Please join us, Mah Jongg is a fun social game and easy to learn. For more information about the evening group, please email Amanda Leath at amandaleath@gmail.com to join our email reminder list.
Find out more »Parashat HaShavuah
Taught by Rabbi Timoner, Rabbi Green, Rabbi Epstein, and Cantor Breitzer in rotation, join us for an exploration of the weekly Torah portion. We'll examine the parsha, alongside both classical and contemporary commentaries. No experience, Hebrew, or Torah knowledge necessary. No registration needed.
Find out more »Israeli Dancing
Whether it's fun, exercise, culture, or community that you are looking for, you will find all of that and more in Israeli Dancing with Rina Rinkewich. $10 admission at the door, $8 for CBE members. First class is free!
Find out more »Caregiver Support Group
CBE’s monthly caregiver support group provides a safe environment and allows caregivers to talk to others who are experiencing the same challenges and rewards and who can not only empathize, and share moments of humor but can also offer valuable insights and suggestions. The meeting takes place at CBE and is facilitated by a social worker from Jewish Community Services of The Jewish Board.
Find out more »Shabbat Study with Rabbi Timoner
After services, pick up some treats at kiddush and head into Rabbi Timoner’s study for 20 minutes of learning on a big Jewish question. We will begin after kiddush, usually around noon. Duration is 20 minutes, we will always finish by 12:25 PM. Theme for the fall: Nationalism and Jewish Peoplehood.
Find out more »Parent/Child Swimming Class – 6 months-1 year old
This is a class for parents and their children that will introduce both parent and child to the introductory methods of acclimating young children to a water environment. Parents/caregivers will learn how to hold and handle their child in the water as the class explores basic water techniques based around songs and games. Weekly on Mondays, November 18, 2019-January 27, 2020 9:30-10:00 AM for parents with children 6 months - 1 year old 10:00 -10:30 AM for parents with children…
Find out more »Parent/Child Swimming Class – 1-2 years old
This is a class for parents and their children that will introduce both parent and child to the introductory methods of acclimating young children to a water environment. Parents/caregivers will learn how to hold and handle their child in the water as the class explores basic water techniques based around songs and games. Weekly on Mondays, November 18, 2019-January 27, 2020 9:30-10:00 AM for parents with children 6 months - 1 year old 10:00 -10:30 AM for parents with children…
Find out more »Water Exercise Class
Water workout classes offer a well rounded workout for folks looking for a low impact exercise. Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength & flexibility are just a few of the many benefits to water exercise. Balance, coordination & core strength will improve from each workout. Join us! Weekly on Tuesdays, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM, November 19, 2019-January 28, 2020. Register Now
Find out more »Morning Mah Jongg
All skills are welcome. Please join us, Mah Jongg is a fun social game and easy to learn. For more information about the morning group, please email Baila Celedonia at bailaceledonia@gmail.com to join our email reminder list.
Find out more »Basic Judaism
Looking to learn more about Judaism? Check out Basic Judaism with Rabbi Green, Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, beginning October 29 at CBE. This 24-week course is designed to give you a basic fluency in Jewish history, text, ritual, and thought. Click here to read more information, and also to sign up for this year's course. Register Now
Find out more »January 2020
Evening Mah Jongg
All skills are welcome. Please join us, Mah Jongg is a fun social game and easy to learn. For more information about the evening group, please email Amanda Leath at amandaleath@gmail.com to join our email reminder list.
Find out more »Parashat HaShavuah
Taught by Rabbi Timoner, Rabbi Green, Rabbi Epstein, and Cantor Breitzer in rotation, join us for an exploration of the weekly Torah portion. We'll examine the parsha, alongside both classical and contemporary commentaries. No experience, Hebrew, or Torah knowledge necessary. No registration needed.
Find out more »Israeli Dancing
Whether it's fun, exercise, culture, or community that you are looking for, you will find all of that and more in Israeli Dancing with Rina Rinkewich. $10 admission at the door, $8 for CBE members. First class is free!
Find out more »Shabbat Study with Rabbi Timoner
After services, pick up some treats at kiddush and head into Rabbi Timoner’s study for 20 minutes of learning on a big Jewish question. We will begin after kiddush, usually around noon. Duration is 20 minutes, we will always finish by 12:25 PM. Theme for the fall: Nationalism and Jewish Peoplehood.
Find out more »Parent/Child Swimming Class – 6 months-1 year old
This is a class for parents and their children that will introduce both parent and child to the introductory methods of acclimating young children to a water environment. Parents/caregivers will learn how to hold and handle their child in the water as the class explores basic water techniques based around songs and games. Weekly on Mondays, November 18, 2019-January 27, 2020 9:30-10:00 AM for parents with children 6 months - 1 year old 10:00 -10:30 AM for parents with children…
Find out more »Parent/Child Swimming Class – 1-2 years old
This is a class for parents and their children that will introduce both parent and child to the introductory methods of acclimating young children to a water environment. Parents/caregivers will learn how to hold and handle their child in the water as the class explores basic water techniques based around songs and games. Weekly on Mondays, November 18, 2019-January 27, 2020 9:30-10:00 AM for parents with children 6 months - 1 year old 10:00 -10:30 AM for parents with children…
Find out more »Water Exercise Class
Water workout classes offer a well rounded workout for folks looking for a low impact exercise. Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength & flexibility are just a few of the many benefits to water exercise. Balance, coordination & core strength will improve from each workout. Join us! Weekly on Tuesdays, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM, November 19, 2019-January 28, 2020. Register Now
Find out more »Morning Mah Jongg
All skills are welcome. Please join us, Mah Jongg is a fun social game and easy to learn. For more information about the morning group, please email Baila Celedonia at bailaceledonia@gmail.com to join our email reminder list.
Find out more »Basic Judaism
Looking to learn more about Judaism? Check out Basic Judaism with Rabbi Green, Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, beginning October 29 at CBE. This 24-week course is designed to give you a basic fluency in Jewish history, text, ritual, and thought. Click here to read more information, and also to sign up for this year's course. Register Now
Find out more »Evening Mah Jongg
All skills are welcome. Please join us, Mah Jongg is a fun social game and easy to learn. For more information about the evening group, please email Amanda Leath at amandaleath@gmail.com to join our email reminder list.
Find out more »Parashat HaShavuah
Taught by Rabbi Timoner, Rabbi Green, Rabbi Epstein, and Cantor Breitzer in rotation, join us for an exploration of the weekly Torah portion. We'll examine the parsha, alongside both classical and contemporary commentaries. No experience, Hebrew, or Torah knowledge necessary. No registration needed.
Find out more »Israeli Dancing
Whether it's fun, exercise, culture, or community that you are looking for, you will find all of that and more in Israeli Dancing with Rina Rinkewich. $10 admission at the door, $8 for CBE members. First class is free!
Find out more »Shabbat Study with Rabbi Timoner
After services, pick up some treats at kiddush and head into Rabbi Timoner’s study for 20 minutes of learning on a big Jewish question. We will begin after kiddush, usually around noon. Duration is 20 minutes, we will always finish by 12:25 PM. Theme for the fall: Nationalism and Jewish Peoplehood.
Find out more »Parent/Child Swimming Class – 6 months-1 year old
This is a class for parents and their children that will introduce both parent and child to the introductory methods of acclimating young children to a water environment. Parents/caregivers will learn how to hold and handle their child in the water as the class explores basic water techniques based around songs and games. Weekly on Mondays, November 18, 2019-January 27, 2020 9:30-10:00 AM for parents with children 6 months - 1 year old 10:00 -10:30 AM for parents with children…
Find out more »Parent/Child Swimming Class – 1-2 years old
This is a class for parents and their children that will introduce both parent and child to the introductory methods of acclimating young children to a water environment. Parents/caregivers will learn how to hold and handle their child in the water as the class explores basic water techniques based around songs and games. Weekly on Mondays, November 18, 2019-January 27, 2020 9:30-10:00 AM for parents with children 6 months - 1 year old 10:00 -10:30 AM for parents with children…
Find out more »Water Exercise Class
Water workout classes offer a well rounded workout for folks looking for a low impact exercise. Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength & flexibility are just a few of the many benefits to water exercise. Balance, coordination & core strength will improve from each workout. Join us! Weekly on Tuesdays, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM, November 19, 2019-January 28, 2020. Register Now
Find out more »Morning Mah Jongg
All skills are welcome. Please join us, Mah Jongg is a fun social game and easy to learn. For more information about the morning group, please email Baila Celedonia at bailaceledonia@gmail.com to join our email reminder list.
Find out more »Basic Judaism
Looking to learn more about Judaism? Check out Basic Judaism with Rabbi Green, Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, beginning October 29 at CBE. This 24-week course is designed to give you a basic fluency in Jewish history, text, ritual, and thought. Click here to read more information, and also to sign up for this year's course. Register Now
Find out more »Mussar
Mussar seeks to improve our relations with others and ourselves. The class is discussion based and focuses on character traits, or middot, such as patience, generosity, gratitude, anger, and humility. The method is to study these traits and put into practice what we study. The goal is to make us not just more insightful, but to effect a change in behavior by making the heart feel what the mind knows. We draw upon both classic and modern Mussar writings, though…
Find out more »Evening Mah Jongg
All skills are welcome. Please join us, Mah Jongg is a fun social game and easy to learn. For more information about the evening group, please email Amanda Leath at amandaleath@gmail.com to join our email reminder list.
Find out more »Parashat HaShavuah
Taught by Rabbi Timoner, Rabbi Green, Rabbi Epstein, and Cantor Breitzer in rotation, join us for an exploration of the weekly Torah portion. We'll examine the parsha, alongside both classical and contemporary commentaries. No experience, Hebrew, or Torah knowledge necessary. No registration needed.
Find out more »Thursday Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Green
In each session, we will examine concepts in Jewish political thought. We will explore big themes in political thought such as monarchy, democracy, dissent, welfare, and so on, through the lens of biblical, rabbinic, medieval, and modern Jewish texts. As in years past, will continue the tradition of holding this class every other Thursday. Bring lunch for yourself and Rabbi Green will supply the learning.
Find out more »Israeli Dancing
Whether it's fun, exercise, culture, or community that you are looking for, you will find all of that and more in Israeli Dancing with Rina Rinkewich. $10 admission at the door, $8 for CBE members. First class is free!
Find out more »