February 9, 2021 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm – The Book of Esther is one of the few Biblical books that takes place outside the Land of Israel and, as such, addresses a world surprisingly similar to ours. In this three-part series, we will closely read Megillat Esther through its Persian context to reveal its incredible depth and powerful message. Tuesdays, 9, 16, & […]
February 7, 2021 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Pizza Order pick-up will be at the BIAV gym between 11:30-12:30 PM on Sunday, Feb 7.
February 2, 2021 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm – Hearing the Megillah on Purim is an important obligation. But, this year, many are asking: Can I fulfill my obligation without being in the room? In this special shiur, we’ll explore the contours of this topic in order to ensure that the members of the shul are well-informed of the issue so that they can make the best decision for themselves. […]
January 5, 2021 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm – Rambam’s philosophy defines what Jews believe – but has been subject to continual critique. In this three-part series, we’ll explore the roots of Rambam’s philosophy and look at some alternative approaches for creating Jewish philosophy. Tuesday: Dec 22 & 29, Jan 5. 8:00 PM via Zoom – check Bimah Notes or email for details.
January 2, 2021 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am – Erev Shabbat 4:50 PM Shabbat Mincha 4:35 PM Our phased opening continues and remains dependent on our ability to maintain safety. Our return to normalcy will be fluid, maintaining constant vigilance on a weekly if not daily basis in terms of the Covid situation. We will adhere to state laws, statutes and rules. We will […]
December 29, 2020 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm – Rambam’s philosophy defines what Jews believe – but has been subject to continual critique. In this three-part series, we’ll explore the roots of Rambam’s philosophy and look at some alternative approaches for creating Jewish philosophy. Tuesday: Dec 22 & 29, Jan 5. 8:00 PM via Zoom – check Bimah Notes or email for details.
December 22, 2020 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm – Rambam’s philosophy defines what Jews believe – but has been subject to continual critique. In this three-part series, we’ll explore the roots of Rambam’s philosophy and look at some alternative approaches for creating Jewish philosophy. Tuesday: Dec 22 & 29, Jan 5. 8:00 PM via Zoom – check Bimah Notes or email for details.
December 8, 2020 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm – In this three-part series, we’ll take one of our most precious mitzvot, lighting Chanukah candles, and subject it to in-depth halakhic analysis to reveal insights and deepen our appreciation of Chanukah’s central mitzvah. Whether you are familiar with intense yeshiva-style learning or have never seen a page of Talmud before, there will be plenty to […]
December 1, 2020 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm – In this three-part series, we’ll take one of our most precious mitzvot, lighting Chanukah candles, and subject it to in-depth halakhic analysis to reveal insights and deepen our appreciation of Chanukah’s central mitzvah. Whether you are familiar with intense yeshiva-style learning or have never seen a page of Talmud before, there will be plenty to […]
November 24, 2020 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm – In this three-part series, we’ll take one of our most precious mitzvot, lighting Chanukah candles, and subject it to in-depth halakhic analysis to reveal insights and deepen our appreciation of Chanukah’s central mitzvah. Whether you are familiar with intense yeshiva-style learning or have never seen a page of Talmud before, there will be plenty to […]