Chevre, “Longing, we say, because desire is full / of endless distance” – Robert Hass As we begin our journey through the desert, I want to ask: What kind of Mom doesn’t send her kid off to school without lunch … Continue reading →

Hello friends, Lucille and I just met and are excited to bring you a brief, musical Shabbat service THIS Friday night, followed by a vegetarian potluck meal. We will be focusing on The Jewish Holiday for Trees, Tu'B'Shavat, and how … Continue reading →

Hello- Our next discussion group will be Wednesday January 30th from 7:30-9pm in the Avenues. Our topic will be diaspora, Israel and notions of a homeland (such as ideas of 'hereness' vs 'thereness'). Here are the suggested readings, although please … Continue reading →

“ Mighty Waters Cannot Quench Love…” (Shir Hashirim/Song of Songs)  In honor of Valentine’s Day (NOT a Jewish holiday to be sure) I propose looking at some stand out love stories from the Hebrew Bible… We will start with the story … Continue reading →

CBY’s monthly Friday evening Shabbat service is this Friday, February 22nd.   The torah portion, Ki Tisa, is a terrific one.  It also inspired Mel Brooks’ best joke ever.  (See: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YyMQCj8LvZw). We are going to continue our experiment of flipping the order … Continue reading →

Dear CBY members and friends, Chavurah B’yachad is meeting this Friday, March 22nd for a Shabbath service lead by Jack and Joyce Dolcourt. Alan Fogel will provide the music. The service will be followed by a vegetarian potluck dinner. Please … Continue reading →