{"title": "Israeli Film Group", "start": "2026-11-06T11:00:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Brooklyn Heights Synagogue", "address": "Remsen Street 131, 11201 Brooklyn", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["film/drama", "society/jewish-culture"], "description": "A meeting of the Israeli Film Group at Brooklyn Heights Synagogue. Members will discuss 'Inside Hana's Suitcase', a 2009 film. The group is for BHS members only, and no RSVP is required.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/israeli-film-group-51650/", "official_url": "https://www.bhsbrooklyn.org/bhs-events/film-group-xc44c", "image": "https://noky.io/images/f8d44c2ffffda88ca5ebf3568cfeadbbdf49a2f7c61baba9b765a49a0d1bac92-2000.webp", "dates": [{"start": "2026-11-06T11:00:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Brooklyn Heights Synagogue", "address": "Remsen Street 131, 11201 Brooklyn", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "Book Group", "start": "2026-11-10T19:00:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Brooklyn Heights Synagogue", "address": "Remsen Street 131, 11201 Brooklyn", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["religion/jewish", "literature"], "description": "Book Group is a monthly gathering for a lively conversation about books. Brooklyn Heights Synagogue (BHS) brings its members together to explore books of Jewish interest across a range of topics, perspectives, and genres. All are welcome to participate regularly or simply join when a particular book catches their interest, though the group is for BHS members only and no RSVP is needed. The next meeting will discuss The Anatomy of Exile by Zeeva Bukai.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/book-group-51653/", "official_url": "https://www.bhsbrooklyn.org/bhs-events/book-group", "image": "https://noky.io/images/935989bbab9d2b918d019053986ac2eea9e7215f322e82f69dbc6af8f3a24eae-2000.webp"}, {"title": "BHS Israel Trip 2027: Info Sessions Nov 8 & 12", "start": "2026-11-08T16:00:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Brooklyn Heights Synagogue", "address": "Remsen Street 131, 11201 Brooklyn", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["religion/jewish"], "description": "An informational session about an upcoming congregational journey to Israel in the summer of 2027, with a second session later that week. Brooklyn Heights Synagogue invites its members to travel with Rabbi Serge Lippe, Deborah Speyer, Trustee Yael Hantman, and Eric Hantman together with their families and fellow members. The fast-paced trip is meant to deepen connection to Israel and the congregation through sacred sites, modern cities, learning, and service, especially for families with kids approaching B'Mitzvah age. It is open to BHS members only, and attendees can RSVP by e-mail.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/bhs-israel-trip-2027-info-sessions-nov-8-12-51651/", "official_url": "https://www.bhsbrooklyn.org/bhs-events/bhs-israel-trip-2027-info-sessions", "image": "https://noky.io/images/06a12daed8ee32f227f4105e7038e52b6ba87dfb20677b5e386ce68c7249b32e-2000.webp"}, {"title": "The Other Israel Film Festival: Screening & Talkback at BHS", "start": "2026-11-11T19:30:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Brooklyn Heights Synagogue", "address": "Remsen Street 131, 11201 Brooklyn", "price": "BHS Members may inquire with the office for a code for 20% off tickets.", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "https://newperspectives.eventive.org/schedule/6abe9f10408b2125c58b1fc1", "category": "film", "tags": ["society/politics/israel-palestine", "film/documentary"], "description": "Brooklyn Heights Synagogue hosts a screening of the film Split followed by a talkback. It takes place in partnership with Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan's The Other Israel Film Festival. The documentary tells the story of the Mixed Cities in Israel, where Jews and Arabs live side by side. It is told through residents' perspectives, set against the historical backdrop of the past 75 years, from 1948 until today, and features a talkback with co-director Shady Srour.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/the-other-israel-film-festival-screening-talkback-at-bhs-51654/", "official_url": "https://www.bhsbrooklyn.org/bhs-events/the-other-israel-film-festival-screening-talkback-at-bhs", "image": "https://noky.io/images/c04f73a7e4d1ea48a715d417471541d46263458376912479570dc582fba1dfd1-2000.webp"}, {"title": "01 Fall Film Discussion (Tuesdays)", "start": "2026-09-01T12:00:00-04:00", "end": "2026-11-03T14:00:00-05:00", "place": "Virtual Space", "address": "", "price": "{'member': '$100.00', 'non-member': '$120.00'}", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["film"], "description": "01 Fall Film Discussion (Tuesdays) is an ongoing film discussion series running from September 1 to November 3. It is offered by Commonpoint through its Cultural Arts & Jewish Heritage Programming and takes place in Virtual Space.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/01-fall-film-discussion-tuesdays-66284/", "official_url": "", "image": ""}, {"title": "SIGD: Celebrate Ethiopian Jewry — A Multimedia Evening", "start": "2026-11-08T19:00:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Brooklyn Heights Synagogue", "address": "Remsen Street 131, 11201 Brooklyn", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "https://www.bhsbrooklyn.org/bhs-events/book-group", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["literature/spoken-word/storytelling", "religion/jewish", "occasion"], "description": "An evening of storytelling celebrating Ethiopian Jewry, built around the award-winning graphic novel The Last Day to Dress Up. Emmy-winning storyteller Yossi Vassa and illustrator Yarden Vasa present the story of Yossi's journey from Ethiopia to Israel with animation, narration, live painting, and a Q&A. The event is hosted by Brooklyn Heights Synagogue and co-sponsored by Kane Street Synagogue, with advance registration requested.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/sigd-celebrate-ethiopian-jewry-a-multimedia-evening-51652/", "official_url": "https://www.bhsbrooklyn.org/bhs-events/sigd-celebrate-ethiopian-jewry", "image": "https://noky.io/images/e9def41f0cfb34502060b6cbafa72eb591ffe5b32eca225f003f612c567ca743-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Other Israel: New Perspectives Film Festival", "start": "2026-11-05T08:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-12T21:00:00-05:00", "place": "Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan", "address": "Amsterdam Avenue 334, 10023 New York", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "https://www.mmjccm.org/events/the-five-books-live-podcast", "category": "film", "tags": ["society/politics/israel-palestine", "film/documentary"], "description": "New Perspectives is a film festival presenting cinema that offers an in-depth look into Israeli and Palestinian societies and underrepresented populations within Israel. It grew out of the Other Israel Film Festival, founded in 2007 to inspire conversation and change the landscape of the American Jewish community. Through films, panels, and events, it takes a deeper look into the complexities of Israeli society, including a spotlight on underserved populations, providing a platform for important conversations.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/other-israel-new-perspectives-film-festival-53800/", "official_url": "https://www.mmjccm.org/events/film-other-israel-new-perspectives-film-festival", "image": "https://noky.io/images/2f0e4724c96f457f93fb80ee3962084cc75d5e312ec4220a61bea508f610b634-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Issues and Action Discussion Circle", "start": "2026-11-01T10:30:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-01T12:00:00-05:00", "place": "Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture", "address": "269 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "https://www.eventbrite.com/e/issues-and-action-discussion-circle-tickets-179436177437", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["society"], "description": "Issues and Action Discussion Circle is a weekly discussion meeting where participants choose an issue of national or international significance at the start and talk it through together. It is run by the Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture, and everyone is invited to attend and take part. The circle meets on Sundays at 3:30 virtually, and joining requires an RSVP through Eventbrite.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/issues-and-action-discussion-circle-51674/", "official_url": "https://bsec.org/events/issues-and-action-discussion-circle/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/5d2ab3ad666bb3824856f897a32f15192c4533c1bc2bdaba3a2ff22e4c248fb3-2000.webp"}, {"title": "In Person Small Group: Fragmented Lives: Finding Faith in an Age of Uncertainty", "start": "2026-11-05T18:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-05T19:30:00-05:00", "place": "Marble Collegiate Church", "address": "", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["literature/book-club", "religion"], "description": "An in-person small group meeting at Marble Collegiate Church exploring the book \"Fragmented Lives: Finding Faith in an Age of Uncertainty.\" The group centers on this book by Dr. Michael Bos and William Sachs. Registration is required to take part.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/in-person-small-group-fragmented-lives-finding-faith-in-an-a-53769/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/972e28ff3fc8dc3469f374cfe1e3001d4f888cfe96d537e545e8df0927655c04-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Bellerose Book into Movie Club", "start": "2026-11-03T14:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-03T16:15:00-05:00", "place": "", "address": "", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["literature/book-club", "film"], "description": "Bellerose Book into Movie Club is a gathering for adults and seniors. Each month, on the first Tuesday, the group watches and discusses a movie based on a book. The film for this meeting is not named in advance beyond a teaser.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/bellerose-book-into-movie-club-51314/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/b149d8569d2bc7da6cea9d5833df9cb6f0f6f7726a2f1919783304b10f376302-600.webp"}, {"title": "Blood Drive", "start": "2026-11-01T10:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-01T16:00:00-05:00", "place": "Brooklyn Heights Synagogue", "address": "Remsen Street 131, 11201 Brooklyn", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": [], "description": "Blood Drive is a blood donation event hosted by Brooklyn Heights Synagogue together with the New York Blood Center. Everyone who is eligible is encouraged to donate blood to help patients in need of lifesaving donations. Children may attend but must be supervised by another adult at all times.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/blood-drive-51645/", "official_url": "https://www.bhsbrooklyn.org/bhs-events/blood-drive", "image": "https://noky.io/images/82dbad7e945a1bfe9a38fd9fabca6807eca2686b555261b570c817ce641c5f0a-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Book Club Community Shabbat Luncheon with Dr. Shaina Trapedo", "start": "2026-10-31T11:30:00-04:00", "end": "2026-10-31T14:00:00-04:00", "place": "Congregation Sherith Israel", "address": "Central Park West, New York", "price": "Member adult: Early bird $48 | Regular $52; Non-member adult: Early bird $49 | Regular $54; Youth – ", "price_from": "28.00", "price_to": "54.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["religion/jewish", "literature"], "description": "A community Shabbat luncheon at Congregation Sherith Israel titled 'Between the Wars: Jewish Characters in 1920s & 1930s American Literature'. It is hosted by the congregation's Book Club and features insights and guided discussion by Professor Shaina Trapedo of Yeshiva University, following morning services. Book club members and non-members alike are welcome, with a list of 22 selected books offered for optional reading, including works by Anzia Yezierska, Willa Cather, and F. Scott Fitzgerald; Professor Trapedo is expected to give special attention to William Faulkner's 'Absalom, Absalom'. Dr. Trapedo directs honors programs at Stern College and Yeshiva College, teaches English at Stern College, and is a resident scholar at Yeshiva University's Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/book-club-community-shabbat-luncheon-with-dr-shaina-trapedo-52187/", "official_url": "https://www.shearithisrael.org/events/book-club-luncheon2026/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/2bbd6bdb097f18cd75cc0c42cc797a0c9e37d00be793c3f83db677e2e8ff8445-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Mahjong Monday & Canasta", "start": "2026-11-02T19:00:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Brooklyn Heights Synagogue", "address": "Remsen Street 131, 11201 Brooklyn", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "quiz-games", "tags": ["games/board-games"], "description": "An evening of Mahjong and Canasta games at Brooklyn Heights Synagogue. The congregation hosts the gathering, which is open to its members only. Participants can sign up to instruct or to play either game.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/mahjong-monday-canasta-51648/", "official_url": "https://www.bhsbrooklyn.org/bhs-events/mahjong-monday-canasta", "image": "https://noky.io/images/86ccada7023764e5ca96a9756780945ea47ec2fdc07ece0f8147eb262105873f-2000.webp"}, {"title": "No Country For Mothers", "start": "2026-11-05T19:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-05T21:30:00-05:00", "place": "Riverhead Neighborhood House", "address": "Mosholu Avenue 5521, 10471", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "film", "tags": ["society/family", "film"], "description": "A screening of \"No Country for Mothers\" followed by a moderated discussion and reception. The evening invites people to come together and talk openly about motherhood, family life, and the systems that shape them. Riverdale Neighborhood House hosts the event, and everyone is welcome. Limited seats are available, and an RSVP is highly encouraged.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/no-country-for-mothers-55403/", "official_url": "https://www.riverdaleonline.org/rnhcalendar/no-country-for-mothers-screening", "image": "https://noky.io/images/176196f250b72165a85ec340f17738831f32ab8be9e617497a59307aac5fd3b4-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Shabbat Schmooze", "start": "2026-10-31T13:30:00-04:00", "end": "2026-10-31T14:30:00-04:00", "place": "Congregation Beth Elohim", "address": "Garfield Place 274, 11215", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["religion/jewish/shabbat"], "description": "Shabbat Schmooze is an informal drop-in conversation where people can join on Zoom. It is hosted by Congregation Beth Elohim and brings together friends new and old for a casual chat.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/shabbat-schmooze-52159/", "official_url": "https://cbebk.org/calendar/shabbat-schmooze-2/2026-10-31/", "image": ""}, {"title": "Hebrew Classes for Adults", "start": "2026-11-02T18:30:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-02T20:30:00-05:00", "place": "Brooklyn Heights Synagogue", "address": "Remsen Street 131, 11201 Brooklyn", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["society/languages/language-learning/hebrew"], "description": "Hebrew Classes for Adults are two evening courses for grown-up learners of Hebrew. Brooklyn Heights Synagogue offers Beginning Hebrew, for those starting from scratch or refreshing, and Continuing Hebrew, for those who can already pronounce Hebrew and want faster, more accurate reading. Teacher Leslie Schwartz leads both, with the goal of decoding any Hebrew word and beginning to understand meaning. Classes meet on Zoom through November, with the option to move in person afterward.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/hebrew-classes-for-adults-51646/", "official_url": "https://www.bhsbrooklyn.org/bhs-events/3cx0owp5ggqnvaqaram6fx8u87wqu3", "image": "https://noky.io/images/40b349dac64ce08a28b419d76514e5365d916ad9dfd4bfe4c278e3488192f82a-2000.webp"}]}