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We are monitoring all of the latest recommendations from the CDC and our state. For the time being, all Shabbat and holiday services, adult education classes, board meetings, and committee meetings are held on ZOOM to ensure the safety of our congregants. Rabbi Nebel leads monthly ZOOM dinners and ZOOM holiday events so we can stay connected. Stay tuned for updates on our 2021 Re-opening plan! We hope to open prior to the high holidays.

If you need a Siddur to follow our virtual Shabbat services, please contact the office.

It has been one year since Rabbi Rhonda Nebel came to CBI from her previous position in Hauppauge, NY. A year after Rabbi Nebel, her husband Robert, and their daughter Samara joined the CBI community, Rabbi Nebel reflects on the joys and challenges of a year impacted by the pandemic. (Read more)

Lag BaOmer Bar-B-Q: The Joy of Meeting in Person!
Photography by Alice Cahn (View all Photos from this event)

When was the last time someone catered to your schedule? When parents work long hours, and children have activities after school, it can be hard to fit everything in. We at Congregation B’nai Israel want to make it easier to give your child a Jewish education at a time and place that works for you. This schedule begins in September. Our religious school will meet twice a week. We will customize a one-hour session during the week to optimize your child’s experience, either on-line or in person. Then all students meet on Sunday mornings. Choose Online or In-person during the week. - Your child can zoom in (or Skype) if you prefer an on-line session during the week. Or your child can receive in-person instruction at the synagogue. Or if your child learns better in a private ... [Continue Reading]

This fall explore the texts, traditions, people and beliefs that define Judaism and perhaps find your own Jewish identity in the process. Rabbi Rhonda Nebel, our new Rabbi, is proudly leading CBI’s Adult Education program. The topics will be interesting and diverse and discussion is encouraged. Join us for Adult Ed classes Mondays at 10:30 A.M. and 6:30 P.M. We are currently studying Pirke Avot. The ethical teachings of our Sages, Pirke Avot is a powerful section that provides universal guidance for all humankind. You may use Lev Shalem p. 235ff, Sim Shalom p. 602ff, or any siddur you have. Rabbi Nebel also sends out the texts and materials via email attachments on the Thursday prior to ... [Continue Reading]

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