Shabbat This Week
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✡️ 30 Kislev ✡️
December 3–4
Kabbalat Shabbat Services—Shabbat Chanukah
6:30 p.m. | Join Online »
Light the Chanukah Candles and sing with the CBST Community Chorus, who make their triumphant return to in-person services for Shabbat Chanukah!

Shabbat Morning Services
In-Person & Online 10:00 a.m. | Zoom link »
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 892 6861 4329

Limmud b'Shabbat (Grades K–7)
10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Learn more »
 
Alef-Bet Shabbat (Ages 0–5)
New families encouraged!
10:15–11:00 a.m. | Zoom link »
 
Teen Track Civil Rights—NYC FIELD TRIP
1:20 p.m. Meet-up Time | Learn more »
Meetup location has been shared via email.

🕎 Havdalah Service & Chanukah Candle Lighting
7:00 p.m. | Zoom link »
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 654 880 356
Chanukah at CBST
Art by Karin Foreman

Join CBST for Chanukah candle lighting online each night of the festival of lights! Each night a different CBST community group will host the candle lighting. All are welcome. Families with children can find 8 nights of puzzles and receive a FREE K’ilu Chanukah Kit. For more info, including links to attend, visit https://cbst.org/chanukah.
This Week at CBST
Please arrive 10 minutes early. All programs will be locked at their start time.
Friday, December 3 (29 Kislev)

Sixth night of Chanukah
Parashat HaShavuah
10:00–10:45 a.m. | Register »
This course is a study of the week's Torah portion, or parashah. This text study provides an opportunity to learn and grapple with the meaning of the weekly Torah portion, guided by Rabbi Mike Moskowitz and Rabbi Yael Rapport
Connecting in Community—Last Session
3:00–4:00 p.m. | Zoom link »
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 256 347 787
In these challenging times, we show up for each other with an open heart and loving presence. Join us for a short text study and discussion in small groups as we transition into Shabbat. Newcomers and “drop-ins” always welcome! No registration required.

Please note December 3 will be the last session of Connecting in Community at 3:00 p.m. on Fridays. Participants are invited to attend Parashat HaShavuah class Friday mornings at 10:00 a.m.
🕎 Kabbalat Shabbat Services—Shabbat Chanukah
6:30 p.m. | Join Online »
Join Rabbi Ayelet Cohen, Rabbi Yael Rapport, Music Director Joyce Rosenzweig, Cantorial Intern Sam Rosen, a special Chanukah guest star 🕎, and our fabulous Community Chorus, who make their triumphant return to in-person services for Shabbat Chanukah! Sing along with our famous Chanukah medley (and everyone's favorite rabbinic solo) at our brightest service of the year. One of our most popular services, Shabbat Chanukah is one you won't want to miss. Chag Urim Sameach!
Shabbat/Saturday, December 4 (30 Kislev)

Seventh night of Chanukah
Shabbat Morning Services
In-Person & Online 10:00 a.m. | Zoom link »
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 892 6861 4329
Co-led by Rabbi Yael Rapport, Corey Dane, and Nora Isacoff. Once monthly, our Yoga/Meditation Minyan provides us with an embodied prayer practice through singing, studying, and stretching. Yoga accessible to all levels is a component of the service, including mat- and chair-based options. The service also integrates a recitation of the Amidah, reading of Torah, and Kaddish. We provide the mats—just bring yourself for this serene Shabbat experience!
Limmud b'Shabbat 
(Grades K–7)
10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Learn more »
 
New students are invited to enroll. To ask questions or schedule a call with Principal Jennifer Kleinbaum, email children@cbst.org.
 
📷: Limmud b'Shabbat class friends having fun learning Hebrew letters and assembling a puzzle. Photo by Leah Singerman
Alef-Bet CHANUKAH Shabbat (Ages 0–5)
New families encouraged!
10:15–11:00 a.m. | Zoom link »
For Babies, Toddlers, and Pre-schoolers
Our special Chanukah session will feature a brand new K’ilu Kit, an interactive play-based experience designed to bring the story of Chanukah to life. Travel back in time with Matisyahu and Judah the Maccabee, act out the story together, since along and be part of the adventure! Optional materials to read and/or print »
 
Teen Track Civil Rights—NYC FIELD TRIP
1:20 p.m. Meet-up Time | Learn more »
Meetup location has been shared via email.
🕎 Havdalah Service & Chanukah Candle Lighting
7:00 p.m. | Zoom link »
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 654 880 356
Sunday, December 5 (1 Tevet)
Eighth night of Chanukah
🕎 Families with Children Chanukah Candle Lighting
Immigrant Rights Through a Jewish Lens
7:30 p.m. | Register here »
On the last night of Chanukah, join our partners at T’ruah, HIAS, the Workers Circle, and the New York Coalition for Immigration for candle lighting, klezmer music, and practical learning about immigration issues in New York. Topics will include Afghan refugees and the Afghan Adjustment Act, Haitian and other refugees at the border, the pathway to citizenship, Fund for Excluded Workers, the Remain in Mexico and Title 42 policies, and more.
Monday, December 6 (2 Tevet)
Introduction to Mishnah
10:00–10:45 a.m. (room opens at 9:45 a.m.) | Register »
Mishpachah Monday! Online Dinner, Fun, and Shmooze
with Judy Ribnick
5:00–6:00 p.m. | Zoom link »
Dial-in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 513 521 023
Intro to Hebrew
6:00–7:15 p.m. | More info »
Tuesday, December 7 (3 Tevet)

Introduction to Mishnah
10:00–10:45 a.m. (room opens at 9:45 a.m.) | Register »
Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS
5:00–7:00 p.m.
Email Jkatz@cbst.org for more info.
Adult B*Mitzvah Intro to T’filah: Jewish Prayer
7:00–8:15 p.m. | More info »
Wednesday, December 8 (4 Tevet)
Introduction to Mishnah
10:00–10:45 a.m. (room opens at 9:45 a.m.) | Register »
CRRI Dave Yedid’s Senior Sermon
2:20–2:50 p.m. | Zoom link »
Please join us in celebrating and honoring Cooperberg-Rittmaster Rabbinical Intern Dave Yedid’s Senior Sermon at JTS via Zoom There will be a mincha [afternoon prayer], followed by Dave’s drashah.
Intermediate Hebrew Continued
4:30–6:00 p.m. | More info »
Aging Together Presents:
“Understanding and Effectively Managing Depression in Older Adults" with Dr. Gregory Hinrichsen, PhD
5:30–7:00 p.m. | Register here » (If you've registered for an Aging Together program in the past, no need to register, you're already on the list!)
 
Dr. Hinrichsen will explore "The Feeling, Thought, Behavior, Body Connection in Depression” and how it impacts older adults. Even if you’re an “expert” in depression, join us for new insights.
 
Everybody is welcome. Zoom information will be sent the morning of December 8.
Biblical Hebrew—Intermediate
6:00–7:00 p.m. | More info »
The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST
6:00–8:00 p.m. | Zoom link »
Thursday, December 9 (5 Tevet)
Introduction to Mishnah
10:00–10:45 a.m. (room opens at 9:45 a.m.) | Register »
ON BREAK—Democracy! Team Action Group
Democracy Action Group will be on break for the month of December and will resume on Thursday, January 6.
The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST
6:00–8:00 p.m. | Zoom link »
Prayerbook/Liturgical Hebrew—Intermediate
6:00–7:00 p.m. | More info »
CBST Rabbis Making a Difference
CBST Senior Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum on the December 1 White House Chanukah event: "After not being able to gather with others for such a long time, it felt truly holy and momentous to be with everyone at the White House for the lighting of the chanukiah." Read the full statement »
 
In this volume of essays, Rabbi Moskowitz explores the attribute of חן / chein (grace) as the root of חתן / chatan (groom) as an archetype of masculinity. Seeking to create a society where all gender expressions are filled with grace, this book offers an alternative to contemporary toxicity and erasure.
 
Upcoming Events
Broadway at CBST—TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
Monday, December 13 at 7:00 p.m.

Join Seth Rudetsky and a star-studded cast for Broadway at CBST—limited live tickets available! Streaming tickets also available. All donors will get a link to join online. This incredible evening benefits Music at CBST. Join us for an evening of music, talent, and humor as Seth and his superstar Broadway pals return to CBST. Tickets and information here!
CBST Annual Membership Meeting
Thursday, December 16 at 6:00 p.m.
In-person at CBST (130 W. 30th St, NYC) and via Zoom
Only members in good-standing are eligible to vote. We ask that all eligible members vote by online proxy by Wednesday, December 15 at 3:00 p.m. The link to participate by Zoom will be emailed on the day of the meeting. If you have any questions, please email Chaz Macrina, cmacrina@cbst.org
Next Week's Services
Kabbalat Shabbat and Shabbat Morning Services: In-Person and Online

Join us each week for Friday evening services at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday morning services at 10:00 a.m. Space is limited. All in-person attendees for in-person Friday evening and Shabbat morning services must register in advance and be fully vaccinated. 

Registration opens each Monday at 9:00 a.m. for both services in the same week at: cbst.org/Shabbat_Signup.

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