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SUMMARY:Liberating Passover: Seders & Spirituality of Freedom | Session 2
DESCRIPTION:☆ To join us ONLINE\, please CLICK HERE to register via Google Forms \n\nJoin Rabbi Rachel Barenblat and Rabbi David Markus (Congregation Shir Ami) for a three-part mini-series preparing for Pesach in heart and spirit. We’ll take a deep dive into parts of the Passover haggadah\, exploring some core prayers and motifs both historically and spiritually. We’ll also learn about some core practices: what we do and also why we do it – and what its intended impact on us might be. These sessions will offer deeper insights into a ritual most-practiced among Jews worldwide and will prepare you for a Pesach of meaning and spirit. \nRegistration for all three sessions (Tuesdays\, March 3\, 17\, & 31 at 7pm) is free for members of either shul and $108 for non-members. Advance registration via Google Forms is required to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/lp-02/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Holiday Programming,Online,Paid Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T193000
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CREATED:20251210T160917Z
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SUMMARY:CBI Book Club with Author Barbara Viniar
DESCRIPTION:☆ To join us ONLINE\, please CLICK HERE to register via Zoom \n\nOur next meeting of the CBI Book Club\, facilitated by Dr. Suzanne Levy Graver\, Professor Emerita at Williams College\, will take place over Zoom on Thursday\, March 19 at 7:30pm (EDT). \nJoin us for a discussion with Barbara Viniar\, Berkshire resident and author of Little Bird\, the story of a girl who finds the courage to forge her own path to womanhood. \nIn 1910\, fearing escalating violence against Jews in Russia\, Feige’s father arranges for his daughter – Barbara’s grandmother – to marry a wealthy cousin in NYC. As she adapts to life in America\, Feige goes from being an obedient daughter to a dutiful wife\, even allowing her new husband to change her name to Fannie. Longing to make her own decisions\, her husband’s cruelty finally pushes her to risk leaving him. She parlays her embroidery skills into a job and finds the man she believes is the love of her life. When he betrays her\, she refuses to forgive him\, disregarding advice to overlook men’s lapses. Finally\, she meets a man who both loves and respects her. Can she give up her hard-won independence? \nThe novel is available to purchase online in multiple formats. \nThis online event is free and open to the public. All are welcome to join the author online via Zoom.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/little-bird/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Guest Speakers,Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T193042
CREATED:20260211T181614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T181856Z
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SUMMARY:Liberating Passover: Seders & Spirituality of Freedom | Session 3
DESCRIPTION:☆ To join us ONLINE\, please CLICK HERE to register via Google Forms \n\nJoin Rabbi Rachel Barenblat and Rabbi David Markus (Congregation Shir Ami) for a three-part mini-series preparing for Pesach in heart and spirit. We’ll take a deep dive into parts of the Passover haggadah\, exploring some core prayers and motifs both historically and spiritually. We’ll also learn about some core practices: what we do and also why we do it – and what its intended impact on us might be. These sessions will offer deeper insights into a ritual most-practiced among Jews worldwide and will prepare you for a Pesach of meaning and spirit. \nRegistration for all three sessions (Tuesdays\, March 3\, 17\, & 31 at 7pm) is free for members of either shul and $108 for non-members. Advance registration via Google Forms is required to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/lp-03/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Holiday Programming,Online,Paid Tickets Required
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260404
DTSTAMP:20260610T193042
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED | First Friday Shabbat Zoom Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Please note that this month’s First Friday Shabbat Zoom Gathering has been cancelled — we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may have caused. Instead\, please plan to join us on Friday\, May 1. Thank you for understanding!
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/first-friday-04-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Announcements
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T193042
CREATED:20251231T170002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T172828Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday Shabbat Zoom Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our final monthly gathering of the season around the Virtual Shabbat Table! We will gather together to share community and conversation as we celebrate the Jewish traditions of Shabbat\, light the candles\, and bless the wine and challah. Stay connected with CBI friends and neighbors\, or meet new ones\, as we enjoy the joys of fellowship and comfort of camaraderie.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/first-friday-05-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T193042
CREATED:20260331T171843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T172131Z
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SUMMARY:Shavuot Art-Making | Adult & Teen Session
DESCRIPTION:Come explore the wisdom of Torah through creative study and art-making! Drawing from the Jewish Studio Project’s creative process\, we’ll study a Jewish text and use paint\, pastels\, and collage to reflect on its meaning\, giving expression the themes of Shavuot. The first session on Saturday\, May 9 is for adults and teens\, and the second session on Sunday\, May 17 is for children. Our process will culminate with an art exhibition and reception on Sunday\, May 24. \nWe will meet at a studio space in Hoosick Falls for all three dates. Please RSVP via our website if you plan to attend any of these sessions; location details will be sent to those who RSVP in advance. For more information\, please contact learning@cbiberkshires.com. \nThis event is a partnership between Congregation Beth Israel & Nefesh\, with major financial support from Sally Gottesman & the Harold Grinspoon Foundation as well as funding from other private donors.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/shavuot-art-01/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Family Event,Holiday Programming,Offsite
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T193042
CREATED:20260504T201324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T175850Z
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SUMMARY:Shavuot Festival Evening Services with A Taste of Torah
DESCRIPTION:☆ To join us IN-PERSON\, please click on the blue “Going” button on this page to RSVP.\n(left side on desktop; bottom on mobile) \n☆ To join us ONLINE\, please click here to register via Zoom. \n\nJoin us as we celebrate receiving Torah anew at Sinai! \nWe’ll begin with a short and sweet festival service at 8pm\, featuring the voices of our choir and the praise-songs of Hallel. At 9pm\, we’ll shift gears to a bit of “late-night” Torah learning with A Taste of Torah (and cheesecake) – enjoying both fresh fruit and dairy desserts (traditional for the holiday) as our rabbi and community members teach short lessons on Jewish music\, solidarity lessons from the book of Ruth\, and more. \nIf you would like to teach on a Jewish subject\, or to share a favorite song\, story\, or poem\, let Rabbi Rachel know by Friday\, May 15. \nAll are also welcome to join us for Festival Morning Services on Saturday\, May 23 with Rabbi Pam Wax.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/shavuot-2026/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Holiday Programming,Online,Onsite,Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T193042
CREATED:20260331T171853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T172146Z
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SUMMARY:Shavuot Art Exhibition & Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a celebratory art exhibition and reception! Come see Shavuot artwork on display\, which were made drawing from the Jewish Studio Project’s creative process by our community members on Saturday\, May 9 and Sunday\, May 17. \nWe will meet at a studio space in Hoosick Falls for all three dates. Please RSVP via our website if you plan to attend any of these sessions; location details will be sent to those who RSVP in advance. For more information\, please contact learning@cbiberkshires.com. \nThis event is a partnership between Congregation Beth Israel & Nefesh\, with major financial support from Sally Gottesman & the Harold Grinspoon Foundation as well as funding from other private donors.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/shavuot-art-03/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Family Event,Holiday Programming,Offsite
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T143000
DTSTAMP:20260610T193042
CREATED:20260217T182339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T202543Z
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SUMMARY:NEW DATE! | CBI Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Our next meeting of the CBI Book Club\, facilitated by Dr. Suzanne Levy Graver\, Professor Emerita at Williams College\, will meet in-person to discuss This is Not About Us by Allegra Goodman. \n☆ Please note that this meeting will now be held on Tuesday\, June 9 at 2:30pm at Suzanne’s home (not at CBI) — we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may have caused. If you have any questions regarding this change\, please email Suzanne directly at sgraver@williams.edu. Thank you for understanding! ☆ \nGoodman’s newest novel is a kaleidoscopic portrait of a modern American family — steadfast\, complicated\, begrudging\, and loving — centering on the strained relationship between two sisters. When their beloved sister passes away\, Sylvia and Helen Rubinstein are unmoored\, with a simple misunderstanding causing a rift that spans generations. Jami Attenberg of the New York Times states that “the delicate minutiae of family life” is “played out beautifully\, boldly\, brightly…in this nimble\, heartfelt book.” \nAll are welcome! This book is available to purchase online in multiple formats; a family tree can be viewed below. Those who plan on joining us should RSVP via our website; location information will be sent to all who RSVP once the date gets closer.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/book-club-may-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Announcements,Offsite
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T193042
CREATED:20260507T203146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T203515Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbat Across the Berkshires
DESCRIPTION:Join with friends from across the Berkshire Jewish community at Temple Anshe Amunim in Pittsfield as we come together for a musical\, family-friendly Shabbat service led by rabbis from across the county\, then stay for a delicious\, festive oneg. \nAll are welcome to attend this service. CLICK HERE TO RSVP so we have a sense of how many attending the oneg. \nThe service will also be available via livestream here: https://youtube.com/live/kpKM0yKDFIk \nThis event is co-sponsored by the Jewish Federation of the Berkshires\, Hevreh of Southern Berkshire\, Knesset Israel\, Congregation Ahavath Sholom\, Congregation Beth Israel\, Temple Anshe Amunim\, the Berkshire Minyan\, Williams College Jewish Association\, & Berkshire Hills Hadassah.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/satb-2026/
LOCATION:Temple Anshe Amunim\, 26 Broad Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Family Event,Offsite,Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federation of the Berkshires":MAILTO:federation@jewishberkshires.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T193042
CREATED:20260602T182156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T170754Z
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SUMMARY:SCN Community Trainings
DESCRIPTION:Join Andrew Hoffman\, Deputy Regional Security Advisor of the Secure Community Network (SCN)\, for two in-person training opportunities. Both of these trainings are free to attend & open to all community members; please RSVP in advance. \nCountering Active Threat Training (CATT) is a comprehensive training program to counter an active threat event\, developed especially for faith-based institutions & houses of worship. Learning objectives will include: \n\nDefine an Active Threat\nAnalyze your surroundings during an Active Threat situation\nApply Run\, Hide\, Fight in an Active Threat situation\nExplain Law Enforcement priorities during an Active Threat\nSafely interact with Law Enforcement during an Active Threat\n\nStop The Bleed® training will provide community members with the skills to save lives by applying emergency first aid to control bleeding. Learning objectives will include: \n\nUnderstand why bleeding is the #1 preventable death after an injury & how to save a life\nIdentify when life threatening bleeding is occurring\nLearn how to control bleeding when someone is injured & while waiting for first responders to arrive\n\nThis free event has made possible thanks to the partnership between the Jewish Federation of the Berkshires & the Secure Community Network; for more information\, please click here.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/scn26/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Announcements,Guest Speakers,Onsite
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T193042
CREATED:20260601T181510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T182532Z
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SUMMARY:Worth a Thousand Words: Spiritual Imagery of the High Holy Days
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Rachel Barenblat (Congregation Beth Israel of the Berkshires) and Rabbi David Markus (Congregation Shir Ami of Greenwich\, CT) for our third annual joint runway to the High Holy Days to prepare heart and soul for the journey of inner transformation! Sessions will be held via Zoom every Tuesday at 7pm (EDT) from July 28 through September 8. \nThis year we’ll immerse in the spiritual imagery of the High Holy Day liturgy – the visions of humanity\, divinity\, morality\, and transcendence that liturgy’s words seek to rouse in us. Visual\, musical\, and poetic renderings will aim to deepen our personal experience of prayer and this season’s ancestral call of teshuvah (repentance\, return). \nTopics will include core liturgies such as Avinu Malkeinu\, Kol Nidre\, Unetaneh Tokef\, Psalm 27\, Avodah (Purification)\, and Neilah. \n☆ Free for members of CBI and Shir Ami; $120 for non-members. Zoom information will be sent to those who register in advance\, so please be sure to register using your primary email address.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/hhd-runway-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Days of Awe,Holiday Programming,Online,Paid Tickets Required
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T193042
CREATED:20260504T195036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T195036Z
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SUMMARY:Tanglewood Concert & Picnic
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: This event is not free to attend. For ticket information\, please see below. \nJoin us at Tanglewood this summer for an afternoon of music and fun! Please plan to join us on Sunday\, August 23 for a pre-concert potluck picnic on the lawn starting at 12pm — bring your own seating\, as well as food and drink to share during our potluck. Young family activities\, including a kid-friendly craft and family Shabbat song circle\, will be held in a designated tent canopy on the back lawn pre-concert. After our picnic\, we’ll enjoy a live concert together at 2:30pm featuring the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Tanglewood Festival Chorus. \n☆ Each person will need to purchase their own ticket in order to attend. Lawn seats for this event are $44 per adult; tickets can be purchased online on Tanglewood’s website or by phone at (617) 266-1200. (Children under 18 are able to attend for free\, but you must visit the Tanglewood box office on the day of the concert to obtain a ticket.) \nStay tuned for more information about our meeting place as the date approaches; please contact Natalie Matus if you have any questions. Those planning to attend must RSVP online by no later than Friday\, August 21 so we know who to expect. \nThis event is a partnership between Congregation Beth Israel & Nefesh\, with major financial support from Sally Gottesman & the Harold Grinspoon Foundation as well as funding from other private donors.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/tanglewood-2026/
LOCATION:Tanglewood — Koussevitzky Music Shed\, 297 West Street\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Family Event,Offsite,Paid Tickets Required
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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