Your inside look at cbi’s upcoming events
SHABBAT SERVICES
Weekend of April 18 & 19
Friday Evening
Passover Beach
Shabbat Service
Friday, April 18, 2025
6:30PM
The Pavilion at Red Reef Park
Please note: there will not be a livestream of this evening’s service.
Saturday Morning
Shabbat & Passover Festival Service with Yizkor
Saturday, April 19, 2025
10AM
Hollander Family Chapel
Weekend of April 25 & 26
Shabbat Tekumah
Friday Night
Shabbat Service
Friday, April 25, 2025
6:30PM
Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary
Saturday Morning
Shabbat Service
Saturday, April 26, 2025
8:30AM
Hollander Family Chapel
Mazel Tov to Our Bat Mitzvah!
Samantha Shapiro
Saturday, April 26, 2025
5PM
Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary
SAVE THESE DATES
Wednesday, April 23
12:30PM – 2PM
Discover Israel with Rabbi Keller
Join us for an engaging and insightful journey into the heart of Israel. Explore the vibrant and dynamic facets of Israeli society, culture, and innovation.
Whether you’re a first-time explorer or deeply connected to Israel, this class offers something for everyone. Come to learn, discuss, and be inspired!
COST:
$18 – CBI Members
$36 – Community Guests
Israeli-themed lunch provided.
Friday, April 25
6:30PM
Shabbat Tekumah
The Shabbat between Yom HaShoah and Yom HaZikaron/Yom HaAtzmaut is known as Shabbat Tekumah – “Shabbat of Revival.” It is a time to reflect on the resilience of the Jewish people and the extraordinary journey from the devastation of the Holocaust to the establishment of the Jewish state.
This year, we are honored to welcome Chen, our Shinshinit from Zichron Ya’akov, Boca Raton’s partnership city in Israel, who is spending a year in our community through the Shinshinim program before beginning her service in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
Wednesday, April 30
10AM
Torah and Tea
Join Rabbi Kahn for the fourth of a five-session women’s Torah study exploring the inspiring stories of women from each of the Five Books of Torah.
Each month, connect with tradition, community, and meaningful discussion over a warm cup of tea and snacks.
Please note the April date has been rescheduled to April 30.
All Women of CBI Welcome. Registration Requested.
Thursday, May 1
7:30AM – 4PM
The Kiddush Cup Golf Tournament
Join us on Thursday morning, May 1st for the First Annual Congregation B’nai Israel Golf Tournament at the beautiful Delaire Country Club! Enjoy a day of friendly competition, networking, and fun, all while supporting CBI’s exciting campus-wide renovation project.
Gather your foursome or register as an individual to be paired with a group.
Friday, May 2
4:45PM
Blue & White Tot Shabbat
Join us for a special Shabbat service with our Clergy and Ms. Susan to celebrate Yom Ha’atzmaut – Israel’s Independence Day.
The service will take place in the Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary, followed by breakfast-for-dinner and dessert. After the meal, enjoy a fun and meaningful art project as we celebrate Israel together!
Students are encouraged to wear their blue and white pajamas.
Due to the number of anticipated attendees, doors will open at 4:45PM to account for security procedures and the service will begin promptly at 5:00PM.
For more information, please email the Tot Shabbat Committee at cbibocatotshabbat@gmail.com.
Friday, May 2
6:30PM
Shabbat Service featuring Tiran Attia, Co-Founder of Special in Uniform
Join us May 2nd for a special Shabbat service as part of Jewish National Fund-USA’s Shabbat for Israel, a nationwide celebration in honor of Yom Ha’atzmaut — Israel’s Independence Day. Homes across the country will be filled with friends and family, united in unwavering support for Israel.
We’ll welcome Tiran Attia, co-founder of Special in Uniform, a transformative JNF-USA initiative that integrates young adults with disabilities into the IDF and Israeli society. Attia will share how the program empowers teens by focusing on their strengths and fostering inclusion, purpose, and community.
Stay after the service for an enhanced Israeli-themed ONEG with delicious food and desserts!
RSVP Requested
Wednesday, May 14
6PM – 8PM
Annual Meeting
Pre-Meeting Reception: 6PM
Light Bites & Open Bar
Annual Meeting: 7PM
Please join our Executive Committee and Board of Trustees for the Congregation B’nai Israel Annual Meeting as we hear the latest news from our congregational leaders, elect our next slate of officers, and receive updates on the 2025-2026 Operational Budget.
Thursday, May 15
7:30PM
Book Club Discussion of “West With Giraffes”
Join us for a discussion of Lynda Rutledgge’s “West With Giraffes”. Part adventure, part historical saga, and part coming-of-age love story, West with Giraffes explores what it means to be changed by the grace of animals, the kindness of strangers, the passing of time, and a story told before it’s too late.
Thursday, May 8
Help Us Provide a Spring Meal for Underserved Families
Congregation B’nai Israel and Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church are teaming up for the 4th Annual Springtime Feed the Community, providing meal kits for local families in need on Thursday, May 8.
Friday, May 16
6:30PM
Volunteer Appreciation Shabbat
Join us for a meaningful Shabbat as we celebrate the many individuals who make our CBI community so special. We’ll honor all those who have volunteered their time and talents throughout the year, with special recognition of our 2025 Volunteer of the Year, Linda Villareale.
Let’s come together to honor, celebrate, and uplift our incredible community!
Friday, May 23
6:30PM – 8PM
Board Recognition & Installation Shabbat
Join us for a Shabbat service followed by a dessert reception to honor our outgoing Board Members and install new Members.
APRIL SOCIAL ACTION
This month’s Social Action focus is Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World) － all about recycling, reimagining, and creating beauty from waste. We’re inviting you to be part of our inspiring art and environmental initiative—Plastic Bottle Installation!
Led by NCECE Assistant Director Rebeca Rosenblatt, students and families will help bring this project to life by creating butterflies and spirals out of plastic bottles of all sizes. The final pieces will come together as a vibrant, collaborative art installation displayed on our campus, symbolizing transformation, community, and our commitment to Tikkun Olam.
HERE’S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:
COLLECTION DRIVE
We’re collecting clean, empty plastic bottles and caps to be transformed into butterflies. Drop-off bins will be available on campus throughout the month.
AT-HOME PROJECT
Want to create your own Plastic Bottle Butterfly? This is a great opportunity to get creative as a family! Decorate your butterfly and bring it in to be part of our campus-wide butterfly art installation, celebrating renewal, transformation, and community.
Plus, we always need your help keeping our Little Free Pantries full with non-perishable grocery items!