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Community Circles at BHA

The poet Adrienne Rich teaches that "The possibilities that exist between two people, or among a group of people, are a kind of alchemy. They are the most interesting thing in life."

For many of us, it is in the connections between people that we can most immediately find holiness.

Community Circles at BHA are a way to connect with others over shared interests and activities, stage of life, goals, or anything else.

There are two types of Community Circles - Gathering Circles and Covenant Circles.

  • Gathering Circles are generally focused around specific activities, and do not require an ongoing commitment. They are always open to all who are interested.
  • Covenant Circles  are generally focused on spiritual discipline and require a consistent commitment from participants. After an initial formation period, they are only open to those who have committed to the Circle.

Circles can be organized around demographics (eg: young parents, empty nesters) , interests (eg: hiking, Hebrew language, caring for elderly/ill relatives) or anything else. Groups cannot be organized around electoral politics (vote for this candidate) or commercial interests (buy this product).

If you are ready to dive in, take a look at the existing or forming circles below, or start a new one!

All Events
  • Tuesday ,
    MarMarch  19 , 2024
     
     
    Ruach Study Group

    Tuesday, Mar 19th 7:00p to 9:00p
    Join Ruach for communal text study: Torah, Talmud, Hasidut and more! No previous knowledge required!

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  • Wednesday ,
    MarMarch  20 , 2024
     
     
    Hamantaschen Baking Party

    Wednesday, Mar 20th 7:00p to 9:00p
    Let's get into the Purim spirit by coming together to bake some Hamantaschen at BHA!

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  • Thursday ,
    MarMarch  21 , 2024
     
     
    Krav Maga Class

    Thursday, Mar 21st 6:00p to 7:30p
    Come join us for a Krav Maga session with instruction from Krav Maga New York in Westchester. Get some exercise and learn some self defense skills at BHA.

    MORE INFO

  • Saturday ,
    MarMarch  23 , 2024
     
     
    Purim Megillah Reading & Spiel

    Shabbat, Mar 23rd 6:00p to 9:00p
    We’ll be rocking out with a re-telling of the Purim story (the whole Megillah) with accompanying music, comedy and silliness. This year we'll have a Muppet-themed spiel organized by Julia and Wendy Alexander!

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  • Wednesday ,
    AprApril  3 , 2024
     
     
    Ruach! A BHA Community Group

    Wednesday, Apr 3rd 7:00p to 9:00p
    Ruach is the perfect place to ask: Where do we and don’t we find connection to Judaism? What would make us feel more connected? Ruach offers a monthly gathering to ground us in the Jewish calendar, to celebrate life events of the members, to learn together, debate, support one another and ask questions.

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  • Monday ,
    AprApril  15 , 2024
     
     
    Birkat Halevana-Blessing of the Moon

    Monday, Apr 15th 7:00p to 8:00p
    Join Ruach for the monthly blessing of the new moon, Birkat Halevana.

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  • Tuesday ,
    AprApril  16 , 2024
     
     
    Ruach Study Group

    Tuesday, Apr 16th 7:00p to 9:00p
    Join Ruach for communal text study: Torah, Talmud, Hasidut and more! No previous knowledge required!

    MORE INFO

  • Thursday ,
    AprApril  18 , 2024
     
     
    Mah Jongg Night at BHA!

    Thursday, Apr 18th 7:00p to 9:00p
    Come play (and learn) Mah Jongg! Players of all experience levels, including beginners, encouraged.

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  • Thursday ,
    AprApril  25 , 2024
     
     
    Krav Maga Class

    Thursday, Apr 25th 6:00p to 7:30p
    Come join us for a Krav Maga session with instruction from Krav Maga New York in Westchester. Get some exercise and learn some self defense skills at BHA.

    MORE INFO

  • Wednesday ,
    MayMay  8 , 2024
     
     
    Ruach! A BHA Community Group

    Wednesday, May 8th 7:00p to 9:00p
    Ruach is the perfect place to ask: Where do we and don’t we find connection to Judaism? What would make us feel more connected? Ruach offers a monthly gathering to ground us in the Jewish calendar, to celebrate life events of the members, to learn together, debate, support one another and ask questions.

    MORE INFO

 

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