Congregation B’nai Israel

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Gan Shalom Preschool Program

Our brand new, free of charge, Gan Shalom preschool program is unique.  Children between the ages of 4 and 6 come once a week for two hours of a wonderful, engaging and fun Jewish experience. With stories, songs and hands-on crafts, the children are learning to value their Jewish identities as part of a rich community.

pre-schoolLearning about Jewish values, holidays, and Hebrew vocabulary through creative play, stories, and craft activities is the basic structure of a typical day in our preschool program. Mary Ohring, a warm and friendly mother of two, is the teacher and creative force behind the preschool lessons. A typical morning could include a reading of Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hatches the Egg, through which the children learn about the importance of keeping one’s word; a favorite children’s song such as “Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes” might follow, with Hebrew words for the body parts; and next might be discussions of how to treat friends, what are Mitzvot, or how each person has unique qualities. The children are learning to say the blessing before they have snacks, and are also enjoying their music classes with Jason Mix who plays the guitar and sings with them.

 

Click the below link for a printable registration form:

Sunday Program Family Registration Form

Upcoming Events

Dec
10
Tue
7:00 pm Schmooze and Booze Night @ CBI
Schmooze and Booze Night @ CBI
Dec 10 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Schmooze and Booze Night @ CBI
Schmooze and Booze Night! Another way of coming together! Have something in your mind? Come talk and kibbitz! Refreshments will be served.
Dec
14
Sat
9:30 am Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Dec 14 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Come and join us for an egalitarian, spirited and musical morning services. Services begin at 9:30 with lots of songs and tunes. Torah reading at around 10:30 AM. Discussion or sermon at around 11:15. Services[...]
Dec
21
Sat
9:30 am Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Dec 21 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Come and join us for an egalitarian, spirited and musical morning services. Services begin at 9:30 with lots of songs and tunes. Torah reading at around 10:30 AM. Discussion or sermon at around 11:15. Services[...]
Dec
28
Sat
9:30 am Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Dec 28 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Come and join us for an egalitarian, spirited and musical morning services. Services begin at 9:30 with lots of songs and tunes. Torah reading at around 10:30 AM. Discussion or sermon at around 11:15. Services[...]
Jan
4
Sat
9:30 am Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Jan 4 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Come and join us for an egalitarian, spirited and musical morning services. Services begin at 9:30 with lots of songs and tunes. Torah reading at around 10:30 AM. Discussion or sermon at around 11:15. Services[...]
Jan
11
Sat
9:30 am Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Jan 11 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Come and join us for an egalitarian, spirited and musical morning services. Services begin at 9:30 with lots of songs and tunes. Torah reading at around 10:30 AM. Discussion or sermon at around 11:15. Services[...]
Jan
18
Sat
9:30 am Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Jan 18 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Come and join us for an egalitarian, spirited and musical morning services. Services begin at 9:30 with lots of songs and tunes. Torah reading at around 10:30 AM. Discussion or sermon at around 11:15. Services[...]
Jan
25
Sat
9:30 am Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Jan 25 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Come and join us for an egalitarian, spirited and musical morning services. Services begin at 9:30 with lots of songs and tunes. Torah reading at around 10:30 AM. Discussion or sermon at around 11:15. Services[...]
Feb
1
Sat
9:30 am Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Feb 1 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Come and join us for an egalitarian, spirited and musical morning services. Services begin at 9:30 with lots of songs and tunes. Torah reading at around 10:30 AM. Discussion or sermon at around 11:15. Services[...]
Feb
8
Sat
9:30 am Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Feb 8 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Come and join us for an egalitarian, spirited and musical morning services. Services begin at 9:30 with lots of songs and tunes. Torah reading at around 10:30 AM. Discussion or sermon at around 11:15. Services[...]
Feb
15
Sat
9:30 am Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Feb 15 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Come and join us for an egalitarian, spirited and musical morning services. Services begin at 9:30 with lots of songs and tunes. Torah reading at around 10:30 AM. Discussion or sermon at around 11:15. Services[...]
Feb
22
Sat
9:30 am Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Feb 22 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Shabbat morning services @ CBI
Come and join us for an egalitarian, spirited and musical morning services. Services begin at 9:30 with lots of songs and tunes. Torah reading at around 10:30 AM. Discussion or sermon at around 11:15. Services[...]
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RSS Shabbat Times

  • Candle lighting: 4:06pm
    Friday, 06 December 2019
  • Parashat Vayetzei
    Saturday, 07 December 2019
  • Havdalah (50 min): 5:14pm
    Saturday, 07 December 2019

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Congregation B’nai Israel
193 Clapboard Ridge Road
Danbury, CT 06811
(203) 792-6161
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