Tu B'Shevat at BCRC
01/20/2019 08:00:00 PM
We had a wonderful celebration of Tu B'Shevat, the New Year of the Trees, at BCRC on
Friday, January 18. The evening began with a Tot Shabbat led by our 1st graders. Following that, we had a special Tu B'Shevat oneg/preneg featuring the traditional foods of the holiday. There was: Briyah, signifying creation - soft foods, edible throughout, like berries; Asiyah, or 'doing', with a tough outer shell and edible inside, such as the pomegranate; Yetzirah, or 'formation', with a soft outer shell and a hard pit inside, like a peach; and Atzilut, the realm of divinity, signified by foods with a sweet smell such as cinnamon. Thanks to our Worship Committee for putting together such a great oneg/preneg! Finally, Rabbi Amy and Stacy Kafka finished up the festivities by leading the congregants in the tree song (and dance). What would Tu B'Shevat be without it? Click here to see more photos of our celebration (must be logged in for privacy).
Wed, March 29 2023
7 Nisan 5783
it's BCRC's 25th Anniversary
This year our 'house of friends' will celebrate our 25th anniversary by returning to a full schedule of events where adults, kids and families can get together. Watch for announcements of events and please consider a special 25th anniversary donation to your house of friends (click donate above).
Community Seder - a BCRC Tradition
On Saturday April 8 at 6 PM, BCRC continues its annual tradition of a community seder on the first Saturday of Passover. Rabbi Amy will join with song leader Rachel Gomberg to lead the seder. We will provide a chicken entree and ask families to bring a side dish or dessert that is kosher for Passover. BCRC permits legumes including chickpeas, peas, and lentils as well as quinoa and rice. Click here to RSVP by Apr 3 - free for members, $10/adult (13 and over) for public.
Helper Family Returns: Please Sign Up!
Beginning this year, BCRC is bringing back the Helper Family program for Friday Erev Shabbat services. We encourage each family unit (including single members) to volunteer as a helper family for one or two Erev Shabbat services each year. This is a mitzvah for the BCRC community, and a great way for you to connect with other congregants. Click HERE to sign up. Click HERE to see full instructions for helper families. Thank you!
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