Join us for Israeli Dance, engaging in mindful movement and learning basic classic and modern Israeli dances. The class is taught by dance instructor Elaine Sohn, who has led the Brooklyn Heights International Folk Dance group for more than thirty years. No prior experience or partners are necessary.

Join us for Israeli Dance, engaging in mindful movement and learning basic classic and modern Israeli dances. The class is jointly taught by dance instructor Elaine Sohn, who has led the Brooklyn Heights International Folk Dance group for more than thirty years, and Leslie Schwartz. No prior experience or partners are necessary.

RSVP here.

In partnership with Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan’s The Other Israel Film Festival, BHS is hosting a screening of the film, Split, followed by a talkback with co-director Shady Srour.

About the documentary: The story of the Mixed Cities in Israel, where Jews and Arabs live side by side, told through residents’ perspectives and set against the historical backdrop of the past 75 years, from 1948 until today.

BHS Members may inquire with the office for a code for 20% off tickets.

BHS Goes to Israel: August 22-September 2, 2027 

To learn more, please join us on Sunday, November 8 at 4 pm, or on Thursday, November 12 at 6 pm  

RSVP to an informational session by e-mailing clergyassistant@bhsbrooklyn.org.

About the Trip: Join Rabbi Serge Lippe, Deborah Speyer, Trustee Yael Hantman, Eric Hantman, together with their families, and fellow members of BHS on an unforgettable journey to Israel in 2027! 

Designed to inspire connection, community, and shared Jewish joy, you’ll deepen your connection to Israel, your BHS community, and one another. Experience meaningful moments, exclusive access, and powerful moments of connection.  

Explore sacred sites and modern cities, engage directly with people living in Israel today, and deepen our shared sense of Jewish peoplehood through learning, service, and community. 

Whether it’s your first visit or your next, this transformative experience offers new perspectives and memories that will stay with you long after you return home. 

Our trip is open to all members of BHS, and is designed to be fast-paced. We particularly invite families making a first-time trip with kids approaching or just following B’Mitzvah age.  

Please note this trip is for BHS members only.

With the final results now nearly settled, 77.7% of eligible voters cast their ballots, a remarkable figure not seen in Israel since the early 1990s. This includes tens of thousands of eligible voters who boarded flights for just a few days, or even a matter of hours, simply to take part in this dramatic moment in Israel’s history.

At this point, it appears that no clearly defined political bloc, or coalition of parties that presented itself as a bloc before the election, has enough seats in the 26th Knesset to form a government on its own.

The parties that made up the current government have fallen from 68 seats to just 53. Meanwhile, the Jewish and Zionist parties in the opposition have secured 48 seats, while the Arab opposition parties have won 19 seats, a figure that stands out in the context of Israeli political history.

Join Brooklyn Shaliach, Yuval Linden, as he analyzes current events and responds to questions regarding Israel’s process for forming governments.

The BHS Shopping Bazaar is back! We’re so excited to host another great lineup of local businesses and artisans, just in time for holiday shopping.

Join us on Sunday, November 15 from 10am-2pm and browse all sorts of unique finds and gifts. Please bring your photo ID/membership pass with you to show security at entry.

Take a look at our participating vendors!

Ceramics & home goods
Carola Spitzer | Rubenstein Pottery | The Sedimentary Studio | Julia Steiman Design | Sandman Productions NY | Measure Twice

Jewelry
Bonnie Jennifer | MOIO | Alexis Brooke Jewelry

Apparel, accessories, & lifestyle
Lyss and Kat | Live Rainbowfully | JoyfulJots Inc | Sqween | The Brim Bar | Whiskey & Woof Candle Atelier | LuluLuvs | OYUN | Letter M | J’s Crochet

Food & treats
Gold Street Bakery | à la mode | Brooklyn Black & White | Comfort Kitchen & Home

We'll also be joined by local photographer Justine Cooper, who will offer 10-minute portrait sessions for children, with parents welcome to join, particularly those with infants or toddlers. It's also a nice opportunity to have portraits for holiday cards or gifts. Spots are limited, with a $25 sitting fee. Learn more and book here.

Join us for an evening of Mahjong and Canasta. Please note this group is for BHS members only. Sign up here to instruct, or play Mahjong or Canasta

Interfaith Dinner: Come Together, Connect, & Celebrate

Join us for a special evening designed to bring together BHS member couples where one partner is Jewish and the other comes from a different faith or cultural background. Whether you've been part of the BHS community for years or are just getting to know us, we'd love for you to join us! This special dinner is an opportunity to meet others who share similar experiences, forge new friendships, and enjoy meaningful conversation over dinner. We look forward to hosting you! 

In the next Film Group Meeting we’ll discuss Joy, a 2005 film.

Please note this group is for BHS members only. No RSVP required.

Join us for an evening of spirit, music and prayer Shabbat Services with the BHS Band! Led by Cantor Ayelet Porzecanski, Rabbi Lippe, and BHS Choir Members.

Join our BHS 20s & 30s group for its first event at BHS this year, a Friendsgiving Dinner! This is a great opportunity for young Jewish adults to meet others who are part of or looking to explore the Jewish community.

Come knit alongside fellow BHS members for some creative time with chats and snacks! Please note this group is for BHS members.

Men’s group, facilitated by Congregant Jeff Gold, meets together monthly to support one another and hold thoughtful discussions. Please note this group is for BHS members only. For questions or interest in joining, please reach out to Jeff at jeffreygold12@gmail.com.

Erased from the Stage: Confronting the Exclusion of Jewish and Israeli Artists with ADL's State of the Arts

Monday, December 7 | 7–8:30pm | Brooklyn Heights Synagogue | 131 Remsen Street

Jewish artists have helped shape American music, literature, theater and film for generations. Today, Jewish and Israeli artists report canceled shows, exclusion from festivals and pressure to hide their identity or their work. Join us at Brooklyn Heights Synagogue on December 7 at 7:00 p.m. for a conversation with Luda Isakharov, Associate Director of ADL's Ratings & Assessments Institute. Luda will discuss ADL's State of the Arts, a first-of-its-kind research initiative that documents this pattern across museums, entertainment and publishing.

ADL’s State of the Arts initiative reveals a pattern of exclusion affecting Jewish, Israeli and Zionist voices across museums, live performance and publishing, and offers a path from documentation to action. But this isn't just a report on what's wrong. It's a roadmap for what institutions, artists and communities can do next.

About the Speaker:

Luda Isakharov is Associate Director at the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), where she leads national research and advocacy efforts addressing antisemitism and Jewish inclusion in the arts and cultural sectors. As part of ADL’s Ratings & Assessments Institute (RAI), she leads the State of the Arts initiative, which evaluates how leading museums, cultural institutions and the broader arts and entertainment industries address antisemitism, foster Jewish representation and promote institutional accountability. Her work focuses on translating research into meaningful institutional change through public advocacy, strategic partnerships and engagement with cultural leaders. Previously, Luda served in ADL’s Washington, D.C. Regional Office, where she led campus advocacy efforts and supported state legislative advocacy. She brings a background in higher education advocacy, coalition building and institutional accountability to her work advancing Jewish inclusion across the arts and cultural landscape.

Learn more: ADL's State of the Arts initiative

The BHS Book Group brings members together each month for lively conversation about books of Jewish interest, exploring a range of topics, perspectives, and genres. All are welcome to participate regularly or simply join when a particular book catches their interest.

Please note this group is for BHS members only. No RSVP is needed.

At the next meeting we’ll discuss The Anatomy of Exile by Zeeva Bukai.