Sunday, June 4
In Person

Join Central Synagogue, our Shlicha (Israel Emissary) Michal Abramoff, and UJA as we march arm-in-arm at MCRC-NY's Israel Day Parade! This year’s celebration commemorates the 75th anniversary of Israel's founding, with the theme "Israel @ 75: Renewing Hope." T-shirts will be provided to help you show off your Central and Israel pride.

Wednesdays, June 7–28, 8:30 am
Virtual

Kick off your morning with coffee, conversation, and a visit to Israel – no passport needed! Hear from a diverse and dynamic group of Israeli women who are active in the Reform movement as they share the experiences and inspiration driving their work. Registration automatically gives you access to the entire four-part series.

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

This Yom Yerushalayim (Jerusalem Day), Cantor-Rabbi Shani Ben-Or and Reshut Harabim (a forum of 38 Jewish renaissance organizations in Jerusalem) hosted a special program framing the narrative around the holiday, with an emphasis on the city’s diversity and pluralistic potential.

Monday, May 15, 2023

Upper East Side shlicha (Israel Embissary) Michal Abramoff and beloved Rabbi Cantor Shani Ben-Or joined together for a musical Lunch & Learn to learn how different Israeli groups are imbuing the often-controversial holiday of Yom Yerushalayim with new meaning.

Thursday, May 4, 2023

Our featured three-part panel series concludes with Combatants for Peace in conversation with Rabbi Ari Lorge; followed by a community reflection and conversation.

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Dr. Raquel Ukeles (Head of Collections) shares highlights of the National Library of Israel’s remarkable collection, illustrating the unique story of cultural and religious creativity in Israel throughout its history.

Thursday, April 20, 2023

Our featured Yom HaAtzmaut (Israeli Independence Day) program is a three-part panel featuring Israeli and Palestinian speakers from organizations working across sectarian lines, holding differing viewpoints on resolution but sharing the goal of pursuing peace. On this panel, Tzedek Centers and Roots discuss their views with Rabbi Sarah Berman.

Friday, March 17, 2023

Orly Erez-Likhovski's (Director of the Israel Religious Action Center) gives her perspective about the proposed overhaul of Israel’s Supreme Court mandate, and suggestions for how we can support democracy.

Monday, March 20, 2023

For the past few months, the largest protests in Israel's history have mobilized against proposed judicial reforms. What's really happening, who does it impact, and what's at stake? Hear firsthand accounts from Rabbi Ari Lorge and a diverse group of rabbis who visited Israel to meet with a range of stakeholders.

Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Rabbi Kronish, author of "Profiles in Peace: Voices of Peacebuilders in the Midst of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict" speaks about inspiring individuals building bridges and fostering hope. Two peace builders profiled in the book—Huda Abuarquob (Regional Director of Alliance for Middle East Peace) and Galia Golan (author and Israeli peace activist)—joined Rabbi Kronish in conversation.

Thursday, March 30, 2023

Prime Minister Netanyahu announced a delay to his plans to overhaul Israel's judiciary, but we know that the conflicts roiling Israeli society are far from being resolved. Following the events of the week, hear the most up-to-date information about what is happening on the ground as Orly Erez-Likhovski (Director of IRAC) joined live from Israel.