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Shorashim Limmud
Shorashim Limmud
Shorashim Limmud’s curriculum invites learners – from K to 7 – to explore life’s biggest questions: Love, Wonder, Belonging. Our learning is rooted in the words of Jewish wisdom and […]
Meir Shalev: History as Myth; Bible as Literature
Meir Shalev: History as Myth; Bible as Literature
The recently deceased Israeli writer Meir Shalev is beloved as the creator of whimsical and poignant novels telling of the early days in the history of Israel. He was also […]
4 events,
Kesher Walking Group
Kesher Walking Group
Fridays at 9:30a, Haverford College (Meet at the Haverford College Visitor Parking Lot) If it is below 32 degrees, or raining or snowing, the group will meet at the King […]
First Friday Family Potluck
First Friday Family Potluck
Join Cantor Jenn for Shabbat songs, movement, storytime, and a dairy potluck dinner on the 1st Friday of each month! From 5:30-6:30p for 0-7 year old kids and their grown […]
Musical Kabbalat Shabbat
Musical Kabbalat Shabbat
Friday Night/Kabbalat Shabbat: Informal, casual, spirited and soulful. Creating sacred time in your sacred space We are so grateful that we can be together in our Sanctuary. Our Musical Kabbalat […]
4 events,
Tefilah B’Kavanah
Tefilah B’Kavanah
Led by Hazzan Harold, this is our weekly Shabbat morning offering of intentional musical prayer, with spirited song, chant and meditation. Our aim is to allow for deep, uninterrupted, joyful […]
Torah Study via Zoom
Torah Study via Zoom
A lively, open conversation focused on the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi David. All are welcome. Presently, we study online, via Zoom. “Our Torah study group is a place where […]
Shorashim Shabbat
Shorashim Shabbat
Shabbat mornings at Beth Am Israel offer Shorashim students a kid-centered Tefilah, Hebrew, snack, learning about the weekly parsha, time spent in the main service, and time in the Ya’ar […]
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Blends traditional prayer modes with contemporary melodies and niggunin and features acoustic music in the early part of the service and a more traditional approach in the later parts of our prayer. This […]
3 events,
Kesher Basketball
Kesher Basketball
BAI Hoop Heads: Casual basketball pickup games. Meet from 8:30-10a at AFC Fitness in Bala Cynwyd. Everyone is welcome. We play for fun and to have a good workout. There […]
BAI Teen Program – Teen Learning
BAI Teen Program – Teen Learning
One Sunday a month (from 4-6pm, including dinner) will be dedicated to informal learning. These sessions will be taught by some combination of Rabbi David, Hazzan Harold, Cantor Jenn, and […]
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
30 Minute Music Meditations
30 Minute Music Meditations
New Offering! Each Wednesday, tune in on Zoom or in-person for a different extended set of listening. A perfect way to start your day!
Kesher Qigong
Kesher Qigong
Taught by our very own Nicole Levin and Beth Berman, we will have regular Yoga and Qigong (similar to Tai Chi) instruction at BAI. First and third Wednesdays of each […]
3 events,
Shorashim Limmud
Shorashim Limmud
Shorashim Limmud’s curriculum invites learners – from K to 7 – to explore life’s biggest questions: Love, Wonder, Belonging. Our learning is rooted in the words of Jewish wisdom and […]
On One Foot Adult Learning Series
On One Foot Adult Learning Series
“I’ve Got So Many Questions About Judaism, Where Do I Start?” In a famous Talmudic story, an individual asks of Hillel and Shammai to teach all of Judaism while they […]
4 events,
Kesher Walking Group
Kesher Walking Group
Fridays at 9:30a, Haverford College (Meet at the Haverford College Visitor Parking Lot) If it is below 32 degrees, or raining or snowing, the group will meet at the King […]
Kids’ Challah Bake
Kids’ Challah Bake
Need something for your kids to do during half day conferences? Drop off your kids in grades K-4 at Beth Am Israel to bake challah and learn about all the […]
Musical Kabbalat Shabbat
Musical Kabbalat Shabbat
Friday Night/Kabbalat Shabbat: Informal, casual, spirited and soulful. Creating sacred time in your sacred space We are so grateful that we can be together in our Sanctuary. Our Musical Kabbalat […]
4 events,
Tefilah B’Kavanah
Tefilah B’Kavanah
Led by Hazzan Harold, this is our weekly Shabbat morning offering of intentional musical prayer, with spirited song, chant and meditation. Our aim is to allow for deep, uninterrupted, joyful […]
Torah Study via Zoom
Torah Study via Zoom
A lively, open conversation focused on the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi David. All are welcome. Presently, we study online, via Zoom. “Our Torah study group is a place where […]
Shorashim Shabbat
Shorashim Shabbat
Shabbat mornings at Beth Am Israel offer Shorashim students a kid-centered Tefilah, Hebrew, snack, learning about the weekly parsha, time spent in the main service, and time in the Ya’ar […]
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Blends traditional prayer modes with contemporary melodies and niggunin and features acoustic music in the early part of the service and a more traditional approach in the later parts of our prayer. This […]
4 events,
BAI Teen Program – Teen Trip to NYC
BAI Teen Program – Teen Trip to NYC
Our teens will learn about Jewish history on the Lower East Side, eat culturally Jewish foods and see live entertainment. It will be an opportunity to foster learning about and […]
Kesher Basketball
Kesher Basketball
BAI Hoop Heads: Casual basketball pickup games. Meet from 8:30-10a at AFC Fitness in Bala Cynwyd. Everyone is welcome. We play for fun and to have a good workout. There […]
Religious and Spiritual Life at BAI Meetings
Religious and Spiritual Life at BAI Meetings
Religious and Spiritual Life at BAI: Share your experience and make your voice heard as we plan for the future. Our Religious Life Committee wants to invite you to participate […]
1 event,
2 events,
Jewish Eats Series – Israeli Wine Tasting and Winemaker Talk
Jewish Eats Series – Israeli Wine Tasting and Winemaker Talk
Jacob Ner David, a successful Israeli tech entrepreneur, is founder of Jezreel Valley Winery, based in Kibbutz Hannaton in Northern Israel. We'll have the opportunity to taste some of Jezreel's […]
1 event,
30 Minute Music Meditations
30 Minute Music Meditations
New Offering! Each Wednesday, tune in on Zoom or in-person for a different extended set of listening. A perfect way to start your day!
4 events,
Shorashim Limmud
Shorashim Limmud
Shorashim Limmud’s curriculum invites learners – from K to 7 – to explore life’s biggest questions: Love, Wonder, Belonging. Our learning is rooted in the words of Jewish wisdom and […]
On One Foot Adult Learning Series
On One Foot Adult Learning Series
“I’ve Got So Many Questions About Judaism, Where Do I Start?” In a famous Talmudic story, an individual asks of Hillel and Shammai to teach all of Judaism while they […]
Kesher Artists and Artisans Collaborative
Kesher Artists and Artisans Collaborative
If you enjoy drawing, painting, crocheting, knitting, creating mosaics, macrame, weaving, have another creative hobby, or are interested in pursuing a new creative endeavor, then our new Kesher Artist and Artisans […]
3 events,
Kesher Walking Group
Kesher Walking Group
Fridays at 9:30a, Haverford College (Meet at the Haverford College Visitor Parking Lot) If it is below 32 degrees, or raining or snowing, the group will meet at the King […]
Musical Kabbalat Shabbat
Musical Kabbalat Shabbat
Friday Night/Kabbalat Shabbat: Informal, casual, spirited and soulful. Creating sacred time in your sacred space We are so grateful that we can be together in our Sanctuary. Our Musical Kabbalat […]
6 events,
Torah Study via Zoom
Torah Study via Zoom
A lively, open conversation focused on the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi David. All are welcome. Presently, we study online, via Zoom. “Our Torah study group is a place where […]
Tefilah B’Kavanah
Tefilah B’Kavanah
Led by Hazzan Harold, this is our weekly Shabbat morning offering of intentional musical prayer, with spirited song, chant and meditation. Our aim is to allow for deep, uninterrupted, joyful […]
Shorashim Shabbat
Shorashim Shabbat
Shabbat mornings at Beth Am Israel offer Shorashim students a kid-centered Tefilah, Hebrew, snack, learning about the weekly parsha, time spent in the main service, and time in the Ya’ar […]
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Blends traditional prayer modes with contemporary melodies and niggunin and features acoustic music in the early part of the service and a more traditional approach in the later parts of our prayer. This […]
Tot Shabbat
Tot Shabbat
Tot Shabbat is a Shabbat experience for families with children ages 0-5, every Saturday from 11-12. Come sing along to Shabbat songs, learn about the parsha of the week, and […]
2 events,
Kesher Basketball
Kesher Basketball
BAI Hoop Heads: Casual basketball pickup games. Meet from 8:30-10a at AFC Fitness in Bala Cynwyd. Everyone is welcome. We play for fun and to have a good workout. There […]
1 event,
1 event,
3 events,
30 Minute Music Meditations
30 Minute Music Meditations
New Offering! Each Wednesday, tune in on Zoom or in-person for a different extended set of listening. A perfect way to start your day!
Kesher Yoga
Kesher Yoga
Taught by our very own Nicole Levin and Beth Berman, we will have regular Yoga and Qigong (similar to Tai Chi) instruction at BAI. First and third Wednesdays of each […]
Board Meeting
Board Meeting
Our overarching Board goals for the year: Membership / School Programming / B’nai Mitzvah Families Always Present Attention on: Community, Spirituality, Learning All members are invited to attend. Board meetings are in-person […]
3 events,
Shorashim Limmud
Shorashim Limmud
Shorashim Limmud’s curriculum invites learners – from K to 7 – to explore life’s biggest questions: Love, Wonder, Belonging. Our learning is rooted in the words of Jewish wisdom and […]
On One Foot Adult Learning Series
On One Foot Adult Learning Series
“I’ve Got So Many Questions About Judaism, Where Do I Start?” In a famous Talmudic story, an individual asks of Hillel and Shammai to teach all of Judaism while they […]
3 events,
Kesher Walking Group
Kesher Walking Group
Fridays at 9:30a, Haverford College (Meet at the Haverford College Visitor Parking Lot) If it is below 32 degrees, or raining or snowing, the group will meet at the King […]
Musical Kabbalat Shabbat
Musical Kabbalat Shabbat
Friday Night/Kabbalat Shabbat: Informal, casual, spirited and soulful. Creating sacred time in your sacred space We are so grateful that we can be together in our Sanctuary. Our Musical Kabbalat […]
5 events,
Torah Study via Zoom
Torah Study via Zoom
A lively, open conversation focused on the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi David. All are welcome. Presently, we study online, via Zoom. “Our Torah study group is a place where […]
Tefilah B’Kavanah
Tefilah B’Kavanah
Led by Hazzan Harold, this is our weekly Shabbat morning offering of intentional musical prayer, with spirited song, chant and meditation. Our aim is to allow for deep, uninterrupted, joyful […]
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Blends traditional prayer modes with contemporary melodies and niggunin and features acoustic music in the early part of the service and a more traditional approach in the later parts of our prayer. This […]
Purim Celebration
Purim Celebration
Boo Haman!!! Yay Mordechai!!! Esther rules!!! Join BAI for a lively and joyful recounting of the madcap adventures of a people that simply cannot be defeated! Lots of songs, silliness […]
3 events,
Kesher Basketball
Kesher Basketball
BAI Hoop Heads: Casual basketball pickup games. Meet from 8:30-10a at AFC Fitness in Bala Cynwyd. Everyone is welcome. We play for fun and to have a good workout. There […]
Sunday Minyan
Sunday Minyan
Minyan will begin at 8:30 to accommodate Megilah reading, Torah, and additional prayers. Join our dedicated group of lay-lead Minyan’ers – online.
1 event,
2 events,
Souls Shot Portrait Project
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence Exhibition at Beth Am Israel March 26-May 1, 2024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a-5p Friday 9a-3p Sunday and Monday by appointment only Closed on Saturdays […]
3 events,
Souls Shot Portrait Project
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence Exhibition at Beth Am Israel March 26-May 1, 2024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a-5p Friday 9a-3p Sunday and Monday by appointment only Closed on Saturdays […]
30 Minute Music Meditations
30 Minute Music Meditations
New Offering! Each Wednesday, tune in on Zoom or in-person for a different extended set of listening. A perfect way to start your day!
Voices From Israel: A Variety of Perspectives During a Time of War
Voices From Israel: A Variety of Perspectives During a Time of War
Jewish Educators Cantor Jenn Boyle (BAI) and BAI member Dr. Beth Rosenwasser (JCHAI.org) share thoughts, experiences, and voices from their time in Israel as part of the Jewish Learning Venture […]
3 events,
Souls Shot Portrait Project
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence Exhibition at Beth Am Israel March 26-May 1, 2024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a-5p Friday 9a-3p Sunday and Monday by appointment only Closed on Saturdays […]
On One Foot Adult Learning Series
On One Foot Adult Learning Series
“I’ve Got So Many Questions About Judaism, Where Do I Start?” In a famous Talmudic story, an individual asks of Hillel and Shammai to teach all of Judaism while they […]
4 events,
Souls Shot Portrait Project
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence Exhibition at Beth Am Israel March 26-May 1, 2024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a-5p Friday 9a-3p Sunday and Monday by appointment only Closed on Saturdays […]
Kesher Walking Group
Kesher Walking Group
Fridays at 9:30a, Haverford College (Meet at the Haverford College Visitor Parking Lot) If it is below 32 degrees, or raining or snowing, the group will meet at the King […]
Musical Kabbalat Shabbat
Musical Kabbalat Shabbat
Friday Night/Kabbalat Shabbat: Informal, casual, spirited and soulful. Creating sacred time in your sacred space We are so grateful that we can be together in our Sanctuary. Our Musical Kabbalat […]
4 events,
Souls Shot Portrait Project
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence Exhibition at Beth Am Israel March 26-May 1, 2024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a-5p Friday 9a-3p Sunday and Monday by appointment only Closed on Saturdays […]
Torah Study via Zoom
Torah Study via Zoom
A lively, open conversation focused on the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi David. All are welcome. Presently, we study online, via Zoom. “Our Torah study group is a place where […]
Tefilah B’Kavanah
Tefilah B’Kavanah
Led by Hazzan Harold, this is our weekly Shabbat morning offering of intentional musical prayer, with spirited song, chant and meditation. Our aim is to allow for deep, uninterrupted, joyful […]
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Blends traditional prayer modes with contemporary melodies and niggunin and features acoustic music in the early part of the service and a more traditional approach in the later parts of our prayer. This […]
5 events,
Souls Shot Portrait Project
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence Exhibition at Beth Am Israel March 26-May 1, 2024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a-5p Friday 9a-3p Sunday and Monday by appointment only Closed on Saturdays […]
Kesher Basketball
Kesher Basketball
BAI Hoop Heads: Casual basketball pickup games. Meet from 8:30-10a at AFC Fitness in Bala Cynwyd. Everyone is welcome. We play for fun and to have a good workout. There […]
BAI Book Group
BAI Book Group
Please join the BAI Book Group on March 31, 2024 at 10:15 to discuss The Cost of Free Land by Rebecca Clarren. "In The Cost of Free Land, Clarren melds […]
Music Prayer Lab
Music Prayer Lab
Join our award winning program of a group of dedicated musicians, pray-ers, and fellow travelers who are all interested in the collaboration of prayer, music-making and intentional community.
2 events,
Souls Shot Portrait Project
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence Exhibition at Beth Am Israel March 26-May 1, 2024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a-5p Friday 9a-3p Sunday and Monday by appointment only Closed on Saturdays […]
2 events,
Souls Shot Portrait Project
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence Exhibition at Beth Am Israel March 26-May 1, 2024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a-5p Friday 9a-3p Sunday and Monday by appointment only Closed on Saturdays […]
2 events,
Souls Shot Portrait Project
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence Exhibition at Beth Am Israel March 26-May 1, 2024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a-5p Friday 9a-3p Sunday and Monday by appointment only Closed on Saturdays […]
Kesher Qigong
Kesher Qigong
Taught by our very own Nicole Levin and Beth Berman, we will have regular Yoga and Qigong (similar to Tai Chi) instruction at BAI. First and third Wednesdays of each […]
5 events,
Souls Shot Portrait Project
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence Exhibition at Beth Am Israel March 26-May 1, 2024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a-5p Friday 9a-3p Sunday and Monday by appointment only Closed on Saturdays […]
Shorashim Limmud
Shorashim Limmud
Shorashim Limmud’s curriculum invites learners – from K to 7 – to explore life’s biggest questions: Love, Wonder, Belonging. Our learning is rooted in the words of Jewish wisdom and […]
Souls Shot Portrait Project Program and Reception
Souls Shot Portrait Project Program and Reception
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violent at Beth Am Israel Reception and refreshments at 7p. Program begins promptly at 7:30p Featuring 2024 Souls Shot Portrait Project participants Cathleen Cohen - […]
On One Foot Adult Learning Series
On One Foot Adult Learning Series
“I’ve Got So Many Questions About Judaism, Where Do I Start?” In a famous Talmudic story, an individual asks of Hillel and Shammai to teach all of Judaism while they […]
5 events,
Souls Shot Portrait Project
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence Exhibition at Beth Am Israel March 26-May 1, 2024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a-5p Friday 9a-3p Sunday and Monday by appointment only Closed on Saturdays […]
Kesher Walking Group
Kesher Walking Group
Fridays at 9:30a, Haverford College (Meet at the Haverford College Visitor Parking Lot) If it is below 32 degrees, or raining or snowing, the group will meet at the King […]
First Friday Family Potluck
First Friday Family Potluck
Join Cantor Jenn for Shabbat songs, movement, storytime, and a dairy potluck dinner on the 1st Friday of each month! From 5:30-6:30p for 0-7 year old kids and their grown […]
Musical Kabbalat Shabbat
Musical Kabbalat Shabbat
Friday Night/Kabbalat Shabbat: Informal, casual, spirited and soulful. Creating sacred time in your sacred space We are so grateful that we can be together in our Sanctuary. Our Musical Kabbalat […]
6 events,
Souls Shot Portrait Project
Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence Exhibition at Beth Am Israel March 26-May 1, 2024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a-5p Friday 9a-3p Sunday and Monday by appointment only Closed on Saturdays […]
Torah Study via Zoom
Torah Study via Zoom
A lively, open conversation focused on the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi David. All are welcome. Presently, we study online, via Zoom. “Our Torah study group is a place where […]
Tefilah B’Kavanah
Tefilah B’Kavanah
Led by Hazzan Harold, this is our weekly Shabbat morning offering of intentional musical prayer, with spirited song, chant and meditation. Our aim is to allow for deep, uninterrupted, joyful […]
Shorashim Shabbat
Shorashim Shabbat
Shabbat mornings at Beth Am Israel offer Shorashim students a kid-centered Tefilah, Hebrew, snack, learning about the weekly parsha, time spent in the main service, and time in the Ya’ar […]
“Something Different” for Shabbat Morning
“Something Different” for Shabbat Morning
“Something Different”, our ongoing series of offerings to deepen one’s connection through embodied prayer, song, and study. (Taking place in our Sanctuary) 9am- Embodied Prayer (this will encompass our regular […]
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Blends traditional prayer modes with contemporary melodies and niggunin and features acoustic music in the early part of the service and a more traditional approach in the later parts of our prayer. This […]
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