Teacher: Richard Propp Wednesday mornings, Sept. 30 – Oct. 21, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. (4 classes) $30; $20 discounted fee for BSRC members Maimonides, who lived and wrote primarily in Morocco and Egypt in the 12th Century, is revered not only as a Torah scholar and philosopher, but also as a physician, serving as personal … Continue Reading »
When director Darren Aronofsky’s film, “Noah,” was released in March 2014, it provoked a wide range of reactions from praise to outrage. Moviegoers were puzzled, and many were offended, by what seemed to be bizarre additions to the story, particularly the digitally created monsters. For Delmar resident and armchair archaeologist Steven Stark-Riemer, however, “Noah” made … Continue Reading »
Capital Region singer-songwriter Phil Teumim will celebrate the release of his second CD, Far and Wide, with a benefit concert at B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation. The concert will take place Saturday, October 3, at 7 p.m. at B’nai Sholom, 420 Whitehall Road, Albany, New York. Teumim will perform tracks from Far and Wide along … Continue Reading »
B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation is opening its doors to welcome newcomers for the High Holy Days with complimentary tickets to all services during the Days of Awe. In a break from the past, the congregation is offering visitors and guests the opportunity to attend High Holy Day services at no charge. They can attend … Continue Reading »
Only Synagogue in Capital Region to Join Interfaith Initiative for Homeless Families B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation in Albany has launched its new initiative as a support congregation for Family Promise® of the Capital Region, a network of faith communities providing a local response to families that are suddenly homeless. Family Promise® of the Capital Region … Continue Reading »
When director Darren Aronofsky’s film, “Noah,” was released in March 2014, it provoked a wide range of reactions from praise to outrage. Moviegoers were puzzled, and many were offended, by what seemed to be bizarre additions to the story, particularly the digitally created monsters. For Delmar resident and armchair archaeologist Steven Stark-Riemer, however, “Noah” made … Continue Reading »
B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation concludes its popular “Synagogue Scholars” lecture series with a participatory event on dance and movement with Israeli dance scholar Sharona Wachs.Wachs will present her talk, “Dance and Movement in the Bible and in Prayer,” during the congregation’s Friday, April 17, Shabbat service. The service and program, open to all who wish … Continue Reading »
A new course at B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation will help readers of Hebrew understand better the makeup and nuances of the Hebrew in Jewish prayers. “On the Path to Understanding: Hebrew Hints in Prayer” will be offered Mondays beginning April 6 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation, 420 Whitehall Road, … Continue Reading »
B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation continues its popular “Synagogue Scholars” lecture series with an update from Albany Law School Professor Stephen Gottlieb on U.S. Supreme Court cases impacting American Jews. Gottlieb will present his talk, “The U.S. Supreme Court and the Jews: An Update on Recent Issues,” during the congregation’s Friday, March 20, Shabbat service. … Continue Reading »
What do we know about the archaeology of the religion of ancient Israel, and how do we know it? A course at B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation in Albany will provide many of the answers. “The Archaeology of the Religion of Ancient Israel” will be taught over seven Thursdays beginning March 19 from 7:15 p.m. … Continue Reading »