Join Us for a Transformative High Holy Day Experience with BJ’s Aviv Community!
We invite you to embark on a social and spiritual journey with folks in their 20s & 30s at BJ’s Aviv High Holy Day services. This is a time to engage in self-discovery and spiritual transformation as we reflect upon this past year and imagine the ways we will create together in 5786.
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These offerings feature the elevated musical services and progressive values BJ is known for, with a focus on the unique journey we’re on at this phase of our lives. Whether you're seeking meaningful reflection, vibrant community, or inspiring worship, our Aviv services offer something special for everyone in their 20s and 30s.
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Membership at BJ is not required for participation, but it does come with great perks (plus you'll have options to attend ALL High Holy Day services). Discover the benefits of becoming a member and join us for a High Holy Day experience like no other.
At A Glance
Music: Yep
Meals: Indeed!
Prayer Leader: Joe Blumberg
Where: Upper West Side
Membership required: Nope
How much? See below!
Four Options
Aviv is offering the following exclusive services and meals only for those in their 20s and 30s, led by BJ Senior Rabbinic Fellow Joe Blumberg:
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Erev Rosh Hashanah Dinner
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Rosh Hashanah Morning Services (First Day)
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Kol Nidre
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Yom Kippur Morning Services
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Break Fast
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You can register for any or all of these options above, but if you also want to attend other services with the BJ community (not listed above), you can do that with certain packages listed below.
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Please note: each registration button below will take you to that option only.
Aviv Rosh Hashanah Dinner
Monday, Sept. 22 @ 8:00 PM
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Aviv Rosh Hashanah Morning Services
Tuesday, Sept. 23 @ 9:30 AM​
Aviv Kol Nidre
Wednesday, Oct. 1 @ 6:15 PM
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Aviv Yom Kippur Morning Services
Saturday, Oct. 2 @ 9:30 AM
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Aviv Break Fast
Saturday, Oct. 2 @ 7:00 PM
Questions
WHAT'S THE VIBE OF THE SERVICE? Our Aviv High Holy Day Services will have all the staples of a BJ service: traditional liturgy, beautiful music, infused with a modern and progressive spirit. In addition, we have some elements to spice up the service to make it the right energy for our 20-to-30-something sensibilities. We will use mahzor Lev Shalem, which is the prayer book of the Conservative Movement. We will be using microphones and playing musical instruments.
WHAT IF I DON'T KNOW HEBREW? While the service is primarily in Hebrew, Joe and prayer team have crafted a service filled with multiple entry points to experience the spiritual high of these holy days. There are transliterations for all prayers, meaning the Hebrew words spelled out in English, and we include many melodies that we encourage our community to sing along with using the word "Nai!"
CAN I BRING JEWISH-ADJACENT FRIENDS AND FAMILY? Of course! We welcome anyone into our services that wishes to go on this journey of seeking and connection with us!
WHAT IF I'M A BJ MEMBER? BJ members in their 20s + 30s can secure their spots for these offerings through the dedicated High Holy Day registration link that has been sent. If you can’t find your link, email hhd@bj.org. Participation in services is included in membership, along with member rates for the meals: $40 for the dinner, and $18 for the Break Fast!
WHAT IF I WANT TO ATTEND MORE HIGH HOLY DAY SERVICES WTH THE BJ COMMUNITY (AS WELL AS AVIV SERVICES)?
Membership at BJ comes with some great perks, including access to the full suite of High Holy Day services in person + online. Discover the benefits of becoming a member →CAN I AFFORD MEMBERSHIP? BJ's membership dues are based on a sliding scale according to household income. Our hope is that no one should be turned away for financial reasons. If the sliding scale dues are not affordable for you, contact our Membership department at membership@bj.org. Monthly or quarterly payment plans are also available.