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SUMMARY:Community Social Hour: Join Us for Coffee & Bagels!
DESCRIPTION:Fostering community is a key goal for the year ahead. Please join the CBI Board\, Rabbi Rachel\, and other members and friends for the first in a series of community gatherings intended to enhance community and connection. We will enjoy coffee\, bagels\, fruit\, and conversation\, including our hopes and dreams for the coming year.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/csh-nov-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Family Event,Onsite
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T200000
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SUMMARY:Kabbalat Shabbat Service
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome as we celebrate Shabbat together with prayer\, song\, poetry\, and heart. Some weeks the CBI choir and musicians will join Rabbi Rachel in leading prayer. Expect music\, poetry\, Torah teaching\, and an opportunity to ritually let go of the week as we move together into sacred time. \nPlease RSVP via our website for onsite service only; please check our weekly announcements for information on how to attend online via Zoom.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/kabbalat-shabbat-2025-10-24/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20251010T173000
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SUMMARY:Harvest Moon Sukkot Potluck
DESCRIPTION:We’ll welcome Shabbat and Sukkot together by blessing challah\, juice\, and candles\, and then enjoy a potluck vegetarian feast followed by opportunities to bentsch lulav (bless and shake the lulav and etrog) and to sit around the bonfire and sing. Bring a vegetarian dish to share among friends\, and instruments if you play one suitable for campfire singalong. \nPlease RSVP by no later than Monday\, October 6 if your family plans on attending. All are welcome of all ages and stages\, including families with children. \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/sukkot-potluck-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Days of Awe,Family Event,Onsite
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250804T220628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T202848Z
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SUMMARY:Yom Kippur 5786 Break-the-Fast Meal
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE THAT THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR THIS EVENT HAS PASSED. As this is a catered event\, we are not able to accommodate any late RSVPs or walk-ins — thank you for understanding. \nAll are welcome to join us for a catered Break-the Fast meal in the social hall following Ne’ilah (~7pm). Those who wish to attend must register via our website by no later than Thursday\, September 25. \nThe cost for the meal is $20 per adult\, $5 per child 5 & older\, and free for children under 5. If you would like to attend but the cost makes you hesitate\, please contact Rabbi Rachel.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/btf-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Days of Awe,Family Event,Onsite,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:20251002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250804T215439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T160908Z
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SUMMARY:Yom Kippur 5786 Ne'ilah Service
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\nOur final service of the day will take place in the small sanctuary with lights turned off so we can feel the increasing urgency of our prayers as the sky begins to dim. There will be an opportunity for each of us to stand before the open Ark and whisper whatever we most need to say. We will end around 7pm\, roughly 25 hours after we began. All are welcome! \nThose who wish to attend onsite must RSVP via our website. For those who wish to join us online\, we will provide a meaningful and robust experience via Zoom for digital participants. Please join us on Zoom ten minutes before services are scheduled to begin. You do not need a printed book — words will be shown onscreen. \n\nA Break-the-Fast meal will be held following the conclusion of Ne’ilah service (~7pm). PLEASE NOTE THAT THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR BREAK-THE-FAST HAS PASSED. As this is a catered event\, we are not be able to accommodate any late RSVPs or walk-ins for the meal — thank you for understanding.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/yk-pm-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Days of Awe,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:20251002T160000
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CREATED:20250804T210138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T203121Z
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SUMMARY:Yom Kippur 5786 Minchah & Avodah Service
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 delve into re-living ancient rituals\, hearing the Yom Kippur afternoon Torah reading and its powerful themes of loving our neighbor as we love ourselves\, and experiencing the Book of Jonah in a creative new way. All are welcome! \nThose who wish to attend onsite must RSVP via our website. For those who wish to join us online\, we will provide a meaningful and robust experience via Zoom for digital participants. Please join us on Zoom ten minutes before services are scheduled to begin. You do not need a printed book — words will be shown onscreen.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/yk-ma-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Days of Awe,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:20251002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T093000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250804T205357Z
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SUMMARY:Yom Kippur 5786 Morning Service with Yizkor
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\nPlease join us for our annual Yom Kippur morning service\, led by Rabbi Rachel Barenblat and Rabbi Jarah Greenfield of Nefesh and CBI\, with support from community musicians and choir. All are welcome! Expect poetry\, prayer\, harmony\, melodies both traditional and contemporary\, and a warm\, participatory experience. \nThis year\, our main service will feature meaningful family-friendly elements. For children who may not be ready to sit through an entire service\, robust holiday activities and childcare will be available in our classrooms. \nYizkor / Memorial Service will take place at the end of morning service. To view a digital version of this year’s Yizkor Memorial Book\, please click here. \nThose who wish to attend onsite must RSVP via our website. Please note that onsite parking will be limited. If you are able to walk\, please park in the Stop & Shop lot for this service. If you need to park on-site\, please follow the directions of ushers who will be directing traffic and parking. Thank you for understanding! \nFor those who wish to join us online\, we will provide a meaningful and robust experience via Zoom for digital participants. Please join us on Zoom ten minutes before services are scheduled to begin. You do not need a printed book — words will be shown onscreen.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/yk-am-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Days of Awe,Family Event,Online,Onsite,Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T175000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T175000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T145143Z
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SUMMARY:Kol Nidre 5786 Evening Service
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 for Kol Nidre evening service\, led by Rabbi Rachel Barenblat with support from the CBI choir and community musicians. Please plan to arrive by 5:50pm; we will begin with Max Bruch’s “Kol Nidre” to open our service at 6pm on the dot\, followed by the singing of Kol Nidre\, which must take place before sundown. Expect poetry\, prayer\, harmony\, melodies both traditional and contemporary\, and a warm\, participatory experience. Those joining us onsite will have an opportunity to light a Yizkor candle prior to the start of the evening’s service. All are welcome! \nThose who wish to attend onsite must RSVP via our website. Please note that onsite parking will be limited. If you are able to walk\, please park in the Stop & Shop lot for this service. If you need to park on-site\, please follow the directions of ushers who will be directing traffic and parking. Thank you for understanding! \nFor those who wish to join us online\, we will provide a meaningful and robust experience via Zoom for digital participants. Please join us on Zoom ten minutes before services are scheduled to begin. You do not need a printed book — words will be shown onscreen.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/kol-nidre-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Days of Awe,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:20250927T093000
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DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250804T185811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T195727Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Shabbat Shuvah Service
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 for a contemplative\, chant-based service led by Rabbi Rachel Barenblat. On this “Shabbat of Return” between the two holidays\, our service will feature an even more stripped-down liturgy and a lot of opportunity for sacred silence. Rabbi Rachel writes\, “There are so very many words at this time of year. I always feel that Shabbat Shuvah is a good time to let the experience of Rosh Hashanah percolate in us amidst some holy quiet.” \nThose who wish to attend onsite must RSVP via our website. For those who wish to join us online\, we will provide a meaningful and robust experience via Zoom for digital participants. Please join us on Zoom ten minutes before services are scheduled to begin. You do not need a printed book — words will be shown onscreen.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/shabbat-shuvah-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Days of Awe,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:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T100000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250804T184345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T195644Z
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SUMMARY:Rosh Hashanah II 5786 "Four Worlds" Morning Service
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\nFor the second morning of Rosh Hashanah\, Rabbi Rachel has planned a creative / interpretive Four Worlds service which will begin with fifteen minutes of silent meditation or an opportunity to walk on our meditation labyrinth (weather permitting). We’ll continue with some song / chant\, some Torah study\, and the hearing of shofar. At that service there will be minimal liturgy as we focus on entering the new year experientially in body\, heart\, mind\, and spirit. All are welcome! \nThose who wish to attend onsite must RSVP via our website. For those who wish to join us online\, we will provide a meaningful and robust experience via Zoom for digital participants. Please join us on Zoom ten minutes before services are scheduled to begin. You do not need a printed book — words will be shown onscreen.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/rh2-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Days of Awe,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:20250923T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T093000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250804T183618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T160553Z
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SUMMARY:Rosh Hashanah I Morning Service 5786
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\nPlease join us for our Rosh Hashanah I morning service\, led by Rabbi Rachel Barenblat and Rabbi Jarah Greenfield of Nefesh and CBI. Blowing of the Shofar and Tashlih (casting away our mis-steps) will follow the conclusion of services at the TOURISTS suspension bridge. All are welcome! Expect poetry\, prayer\, harmony\, melodies both traditional and contemporary\, and a warm\, participatory experience. \nThis year\, our main service will feature meaningful family-friendly elements. For children who may not be ready to sit through an entire service\, robust holiday activities and childcare will be available in our classrooms. \nThose who wish to attend onsite must RSVP via our website. Please note that onsite parking will be limited. If you are able to walk\, please park in the Stop & Shop lot for this service. If you need to park onsite\, please follow the directions of ushers who will be directing traffic and parking. Thank you for understanding! \nFor those who wish to join us online\, we will provide a meaningful and robust experience via Zoom for digital participants. Please join us on Zoom ten minutes before services are scheduled to begin. You do not need a printed book — words will be shown onscreen.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/rh1-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Days of Awe,Family Event,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:20250922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250804T181447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T194529Z
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SUMMARY:Erev Rosh Hashanah Evening Service 5786
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\nPlease join us for our annual Erev Rosh Hashanah service\, led by Rabbi Rachel Barenblat with support from CBI musicians and choir. All are welcome! Expect poetry\, prayer\, harmony\, melodies both traditional and contemporary\, and an introduction to this year’s high holiday theme. \nThose who wish to attend onsite must RSVP via our website. For those who wish to join us online\, we will provide a meaningful and robust experience via Zoom for digital participants. Please join us on Zoom ten minutes before services are scheduled to begin. You do not need a printed book — words will be shown onscreen.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/erev-rh-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Days of Awe,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:20250913T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250804T180109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T171444Z
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SUMMARY:Selichot ("Forgiveness") Service
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\nPlease join us for our annual Selichot service\, led by Rabbi Rachel Barenblat. With poetry\, song\, and heart\, we’ll join Jews worldwide in moving though the final gate before Rosh Hashanah. Together we’ll lovingly dress our Torah in holiday whites and dip into some tastes of sweet high holiday liturgy and melody. Our annual contemplative writing exercise will give us an opportunity to anonymously contribute to our community’s Al Het liturgy for Yom Kippur. All are welcome! \nThose who wish to attend onsite must RSVP via our website. For those who wish to join us online\, we will provide a meaningful and robust experience via Zoom for digital participants. Please join us on Zoom ten minutes before services are scheduled to begin. You do not need a printed book — words will be shown onscreen.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/selichot-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Days of Awe,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:20250905T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250627T171618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T152319Z
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SUMMARY:Kabbalat Shabbat Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday night as we light candles and welcome Shabbat with prayer and song. Let go of the week\, breathe in the “extra soul” that Shabbat brings\, and let poetry and melody begin to replenish heart and soul. \nPlease RSVP via our website for onsite service only; please check our weekly announcements for information on how to attend online via Zoom.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/kabbalat-shabbat-2025-09-05/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20250822T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250509T193813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T193813Z
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SUMMARY:Kabbalat Shabbat Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday night as we light candles and welcome Shabbat with prayer and song. Let go of the week\, breathe in the “extra soul” that Shabbat brings\, and let poetry and melody begin to replenish heart and soul.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/kabbalat-shabbat-2025-08-22/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20250809T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T110000
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SUMMARY:Shabbat Morning Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Shabbat morning as we celebrate Shabbat with prayer\, song\, and poetry. We’ll hear some words of Torah (and some words about Torah) as we bask in Shabbat’s sweetness. Our spiritual tools include traditional liturgy\, contemporary poetry\, chant\, and song… as well as the spectacular views from our sanctuary\, which connect us with the natural world and with our Source. \nService will still be available online for those who wish to participate on Zoom; those joining digitally are invited to purchase a digital copy of the siddur if you’d like to follow along.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/shabbat-morning-service-2025-08-09/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20250804T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T170000
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SUMMARY:BeAware: Introduction to Situational Awareness Training
DESCRIPTION:BeAware\, SCN’s Introduction to Situational Awareness Course\, will teach you how to recognize suspicious or potentially dangerous behavior and threats\, and what to do – whether you are in a synagogue\, at school\, or going about your day. \nDesigned for every member of the community\, no background in security is required. The course will cover the basics of situational awareness and how to help protect yourself\, your family\, and your community. \nThis training is free for all to attend; please register in advance via our website if you plan to join us. (Please note that this training will be held onsite only.)
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/beaware-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Onsite
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250509T190648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T190648Z
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SUMMARY:Kabbalat Shabbat Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday night as we light candles and welcome Shabbat with prayer and song. Let go of the week\, breathe in the “extra soul” that Shabbat brings\, and let poetry and melody begin to replenish heart and soul.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/kabbalat-shabbat-2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online,Onsite,Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250509T185618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T185618Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbat Morning Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Shabbat morning as we celebrate Shabbat with prayer\, song\, and poetry. We’ll hear some words of Torah (and some words about Torah) as we bask in Shabbat’s sweetness. Our spiritual tools include traditional liturgy\, contemporary poetry\, chant\, and song… as well as the spectacular views from our sanctuary\, which connect us with the natural world and with our Source. \nService will still be available online for those who wish to participate on Zoom; those joining digitally are invited to purchase a digital copy of the siddur if you’d like to follow along.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/shabbat-morning-service-2025-07-12/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online,Onsite,Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250509T185519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T185537Z
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SUMMARY:Independence Weekend Shabbat Morning Service
DESCRIPTION:All who plan to attend in-person should RSVP via our website by Friday\, July 4 at noon (12pm); if no RSVPs are received by that time\, this service will be cancelled. For questions\, please contact Rabbi Rachel. Thank you for understanding and have a safe holiday weekend! \nJoin Rabbi Rachel on Shabbat morning July 5 for a special Independence Weekend Shabbat! We’ll pray using some familiar American tunes\, and we’ll hear an excerpt from the Declaration of Independence chanted in the melody we use for chanting haftorah. Come celebrate Shabbat and uplift our American Jewish values together!
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/shabbat-morning-service-2025-07-05/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online,Onsite,Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250325T195219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T195219Z
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SUMMARY:Kabbalat Shabbat Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday night as we light candles and welcome Shabbat with prayer and song. Let go of the week\, breathe in the “extra soul” that Shabbat brings\, and let poetry and melody begin to replenish heart and soul.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/kabbalat-shabbat-service-2025-06-27/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online,Onsite,Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250320T161825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T162957Z
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SUMMARY:Making Art About Torah | Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Rachel and members of the CBI community as we creatively “respond” to Torah through art! The Jewish Studio Project’s four step process of inquiry\, intention\, creative exploration\, and reflection is based in the idea that anyone can make art as a way of engaging with Torah\, and that when we do\, our understanding of Torah (and also of ourselves) can deepen. We will gather\, read part of a Torah portion together in English (and those who want can also delve into the Hebrew)\, and then go through the Jewish Studio Project’s four step process for making collage art in relationship with the Torah portion. Tea and light refreshments will be provided. \nYou do not need to self-identify as an artist (or a Torah scholar) to take part — all are welcome! One of the promises of The Jewish Studio Project is that anyone can make art; it is a natural form of self-expression. Many of us stop making art sometime during childhood\, and as a result when we are adults we imagine we don’t know how\, or we don’t have the skills or capacity. But the capacity is always there\, and the skills grow with use. Most importantly\, the purpose of this art-making is not “creating something museum-worthy” – it’s growing in our understanding of Torah and our understanding of ourselves. This is a low-pressure\, high-reward experience\, an opportunity to engage with Torah\, awaken our innate creativity\, and spend time connecting with members of our community. Join us! \n\nIf you have materials that would be helpful for collage art (old magazines or books that you don’t mind having cut up / torn\, stacks of construction paper or tissue paper\, stickers / decorative tape\, etc)\, please contact the office to arrange for a time to drop them off in advance or bring them with you to the session(s) you plan to attend.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/maat-03/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming,Onsite
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250325T195040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T161824Z
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SUMMARY:Kabbalat Shabbat Service
DESCRIPTION:We are requesting a minyan to be present for this service\, so please plan on joining us in-person or virtually if at all possible — thank you. \nJoin us on Friday night as we light candles and welcome Shabbat with prayer and song. Let go of the week\, breathe in the “extra soul” that Shabbat brings\, and let poetry and melody begin to replenish heart and soul.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/kabbalat-shabbat-service-2025-06-13/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Announcements,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:20250610T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T183000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250609T163927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T163927Z
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SUMMARY:Shiva Minyan
DESCRIPTION:A brief shiva minyan for our member Chaim Bronstein’s brother\, Tzvi Bronstein z”l\, will be held at CBI on Tuesday evening at 6:30pm\, led by Rabbi Pam Wax. Please RSVP via our website so we can ensure the presence of a minyan to support Chaim and Rabbi Pam in their time of grief.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/bronstein-shiva-minyan/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Onsite,Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250325T195000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T195000Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbat Morning Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Shabbat morning as we celebrate Shabbat with prayer\, song\, and poetry. We’ll hear some words of Torah (and some words about Torah) as we bask in Shabbat’s sweetness. Our spiritual tools include traditional liturgy\, contemporary poetry\, chant\, and song… as well as the spectacular views from our sanctuary\, which connect us with the natural world and with our Source. \nService will still be available online for those who wish to participate on Zoom; those joining digitally are invited to purchase a digital copy of the siddur if you’d like to follow along.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/shabbat-morning-service-2025-06-07/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20250530T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250226T172653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T172653Z
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SUMMARY:Kabbalat Shabbat Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday night as we light candles and welcome Shabbat with prayer and song. Let go of the week\, breathe in the “extra soul” that Shabbat brings\, and let poetry and melody begin to replenish heart and soul.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/kabbalat-shabbat-service-2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20250528T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250325T192925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T181427Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Annual Meeting
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\nCBI’s Annual Meeting will be held in-person and over Zoom on Wednesday\, May 28 at 7:30pm (EDT). We invite you to attend and ask that you RSVP in advance; those joining us online must register via Zoom in order to receive the Zoom link. \nWe’ll offer reflections on the past year\, celebrate our community\, talk about the year to come (including the budget)\, and vote on the slate of Board members and officers. There will also be an opportunity to schmooze and enjoy some sweet desserts. \nAccording to our Bylaws\, only regular members are allowed to vote (not Seasonal\, Associate\, or Student members); we cannot accept proxy votes for the election of Board members. We must have a quorum in order to hold the election. \nTo view a digital version of the 2025 Annual Report\, agenda\, slate\, and supporting materials\, please click here. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Natalie Matus\, CBI President. We look forward to seeing you at the Annual Meeting — thank you\, as ever\, for being a part of CBI.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/2025-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Online,Onsite
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250318T202250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T201952Z
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SUMMARY:We Were Strangers: A Shavuot Concert
DESCRIPTION:At Shavuot\, we read the story of Ruth\, a Biblical refugee. Join us for music both old and new\, uplifting the needs and stories of immigrants and refugees. Works draw from sources including the Book of Ruth and the poetry of Emma Lazarus\, featuring music by Ysaÿe M. Barnwell\, Laura Copel\, Irving Berlin\, and more. An oneg will follow the concert’s conclusion. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations are welcome — all proceeds will benefit the Berkshire Immigrant Center\, a local nonprofit that is dedicated to supporting immigrants and refugees in our community. Please RSVP via our website if you plan to attend. \n\nÉramos Extranjeros: Un Concierto para Shavuot\nDomingo 25 de Mayo | Música en vivo a las 3pm \nEn Shavuot\, leemos la historia de Rut\, una refugiada bíblica. Le invitamos a unirse a nosotros para música antigua y nueva que presenta las historias de inmigrantes y refugiados. Las obras están inspiradas en fuentes que incluyen el libro de Rut y la poesía de Emma Lazarus\, con la música de Ysaÿe M. Barnwell\, Laura Copel\, Irving Berlin\, y otros. \nGratis y abierto al público. Todas las donaciones beneficiarán al Centro de Inmigrantes en Berkshires. Por favor confirme su asistencia.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/we-were-strangers/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday Programming,Onsite
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250306T202623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T202623Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbat Morning Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Shabbat morning as we celebrate Shabbat with prayer\, song\, and poetry. We’ll hear some words of Torah (and some words about Torah) as we bask in Shabbat’s sweetness. Our spiritual tools include traditional liturgy\, contemporary poetry\, chant\, and song… as well as the spectacular views from our sanctuary\, which connect us with the natural world and with our Source. \nService will still be available online for those who wish to participate on Zoom; those joining digitally are invited to purchase a digital copy of the siddur if you’d like to follow along.
URL:https://cbiberkshires.com/event/shabbat-morning-service-2025-05-17/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T173021
CREATED:20250226T165151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T185335Z
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SUMMARY:Jewish Journeys Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special family Shabbat service to celebrate Shabbat in community as we interweave the morning service with opportunities for our Jewish Journeys students to share what they have learned. Please consider bringing a vegetarian dish to share following the conclusion of services. All are welcome! \nPlease note that this service will be held onsite only.\n \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/jj-shabbat-may-2025/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 53 Lois Street\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Event,Onsite,Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth Israel":MAILTO:office@cbiberkshires.com
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