Young Families - Congregation B’nai Torah

COVID-19 Programming Updates

In an effort to limit our community members' exposure to COVID-19, we are postponing all B'nai Torah events. We hope to reschedule as many of the events as possible in the near future.

Thank you for your continued cooperation and patience as we navigate this situation.

Please click here for all information regarding COVID-19 cancellations and opportunities.

Early Childhood Programs

2019-2020 ECHAD PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Our Early Childhood Activities Department (ECHAD) program plans creative, warm and welcoming programs throughout the course of the year for our young families with children, ages 5 and under. ECHAD events and activities focus on learning and growing together as a Jewish family.

ISRAEL DAY - Originally scheduled for Sunday, April 26, 2020 - Postponed until further notice
Visit our preschool and participate in Israel-themed activities, dance to Israeli music and enjoy Israeli snacks. It's a great opportunity to meet other young families and have some fun!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

B'NAI BABIES PLAYGROUP (3-18 MONTHS) - One Friday per month at 12:00 PM - Postponed until further notice
Come play with us! Families with children ages 3-18 months are invited to spend the afternoon in the B'nai Torah Preschool with our B'nai Babies Playgroup! These gatherings are filled with music, activities and new friends. We also hope you stay for the Preschool Shabbat Sing at 12:40 PM to welcome Shabbat with us. These are free events. Click here for specific dates.
SHABBAT SING - Fridays at 12:40 PM - Postponed until further notice
Children under 5 and their parents are welcome to join our preschoolers for Shabbat Sing on Fridays during the school year at 12:40 PM. Shabbat Sing is held in the Beit Midrash.
TOT SHABBAT AND HOLIDAYS - Postponed until further notice
These services are designed to be joyful and engaging for families with children 5 and under. Enjoy songs, a Torah parade and age-appropriate blessings. Each themed event is followed by a kid-friendly meal.
FAMILY SERVICES - Postponed until further notice
Come experience this opportunity to share the spirituality of Shabbat as a family. It's a great way to unplug and take time to learn and grow together as well as pray. Each family services is designed for specific age groups with age-appropriate discussion topics and activities. Siblings and families are welcome! Click here or see below for grade-specific dates.
FAMILY FUN FRIDAY NIGHTS
Each of these special Shabbats will include Shabbat services, a special theme (dress accordingly if you want) and dinner!
GRADE SPECIFIC GET TOGETHERS - Postponed until further notice
Twice per year, parent lay-leaders organize fun get togethers for families of children in each of the following age groups: Toddlers, 3s and PreK, Kindergarten, 1st Grade and 2nd Grade. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other families in our congregation with children in the same age group as your family! Click here for specific dates.

B'nai Torah Young Family Programs

We are excited about the great programs we have available for our Young Families (those with children 2nd grade and under) this year. Read an overview below and check the calendar for specific dates and times.

2019-2020 YOUNG FAMILY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
(Please stay tuned for updated dates and times for the following events)

3s AND PRE-K GET TOGETHER - Originally scheduled for Sunday, March 15, 2020 at 10:00 AM at Ready, Set, FUN!
Join old friends and make new friends in the B'nai Torah community while spending a wonderful morning at Ready, Set, FUN! The discounted group rate price will be $10 per child over the age of 12 months. Snacks will be provided. All B'nai Torah families that have a child in the 3's or PreK are invited! All family members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
TODDLERS GET TOGETHER - Originally scheduled for Sunday, March 22, 2020 at 10:00 AM at Ready, Set, FUN!
Join old friends and make new friends in the B'nai Torah community while spending a wonderful morning at Ready, Set, FUN! The discounted group rate price will be $10 per child over the age of 12 months. Snacks will be provided. All B'nai Torah families that have a toddler are invited! All family members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
1^ST AND 2^ND GRADE FAMILY SERVICE - Originally scheduled for Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 10:30 AM
Come experience this opportunity to share the spirituality of Shabbat as a family. It's a great way to unplug and take time to learn and grow together as well as pray. Each family services is designed for specific age groups with age-appropriate discussion topics and activities. Siblings and families are welcome!
CHOCOLATE SEDER - Originally scheduled for Sunday, March 29, 2020 at 10:30 AM
Experience a pre-Passover Seder in a sweet and chocolatey way. Dip your strawberries in chocolate sauce, enjoy chocolate matzah, sip FOUR glasses of chocolate milk and so much more! This is a FREE sweet event you won't want to miss!
KINDERGARTEN GET TOGETHER - Originally scheduled for Sunday, April 19, 2020
KINDERGARTEN FAMILY SERVICE - Originally scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2020 at 10:30 AM
Come experience this opportunity to share the spirituality of Shabbat as a family. It's a great way to unplug and take time to learn and grow together as well as pray. Each family services is designed for specific age groups with age-appropriate discussion topics and activities. Siblings and families are welcome!
SHAVUOT ICE CREAM SOCIAL - Originally scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2020

Young Family Community Programs

Stay tuned for more information.