In this workshop we will draw from our personal experiences and memories around Palestine and Israel, our identity as Jews in the Diaspora, and other feelings/thoughts that come up using timed prompts to create comics. We will draw and write and share in an open, safe, and welcoming environment. No previous art experience necessary; materials will be provided.
Join us on Friday night as we light candles and welcome Shabbat with prayer and song. As part of this week's service, we will celebrate Purim with a spirited re-enactment […]
Our next meeting of the CBI Book Club will take place over Zoom on Thursday, March 20 at 7:30pm (EDT) to discuss The Postcard by Anne Berest (2021; translated to English by Tina Kover in 2023).
On Shabbat morning, Rabbi Rachel will lead p'sukei d'zimra (opening songs and prayers) at 9:30am. Starting at 10am, she will hand things over to visiting Rabbi David Markus who will […]
Join Rabbi Rachel and members of the CBI community as we creatively "respond" to Torah through art! All are welcome to attend — you do not need to be fluent in Hebrew, a Torah scholar, or an "artist" in order to participate!
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 […]
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 […]
What does it mean to be a "Rabbi for Ceasefire" and to focus one's social justice work on seeking peace in Israel and Palestine? Come learn from R. Ari Lev Fornari of Kol Tzedek in Philadelphia about his journey and the Torah texts that underpin this work.
REMINDER: If you would like to join us this year for our annual Second Night Community Passover Seder on Sunday, April 13 at 6pm, you must register by no later than Monday, April 7, 2025. To purchase tickets prior to the deadline, please visit bit.ly/passover5785. Thank you for understanding — we hope to see you there!
Please note that we will not be holding regular Shabbat morning service at CBI this weekend. Instead, please plan to join us for our annual Second Night Community Seder on Sunday, April 13 at 6pm!
☆ PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT REQUIRES PAID TICKETS TO ATTEND. ☆ As this is a catered event, all registrations must be received by no later than Monday, April 7, 2025. We will not able to accommodate late RSVPs or walk-ins — thank you for understanding.
PLEASE NOTE: This service will be held online only via Zoom — we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may have caused.
