Past Events

Join us for a multi-sensory Tot Shabbat in the Sukkah! Songs, stories, crafts, and Sukkot-themed “brave taster” snacks. Shake a lulav! RSVP to dwenger@orzarua.org to let [...]

Join us for Sushi in the Sukkah Thursday, October 9, 7:00 PM Sign up by clicking this link https://orzarua.shulcloud.com/form/sushi-in-sukkah.html $18.00 for members and $25 for [...]

Thursday, Oct. 9, Hol HaMoed Sukkot 7:15 am: Morning minyan with lulav and etrog, followed by breakfast in the sukkah 6:00 pm: Teen Sushi in [...]

Wednesday, Oct. 8, Sukkot Day 2 9:00 am: Morning Services, followed by kiddush in the sukkah 7:03 pm: Yom Tov ends

Tuesday, Oct. 7, Sukkot Day 1 9:00 am: Morning Services, followed by kiddush in the sukkah 6:00 pm: Afternoon & Evening services 7:05 pm: Light [...]

It is a mitzvah to eat in the sukkah during the Festival of Sukkot. Or Zarua is offering Congregants several opportunities to have lunch or [...]

Monday, Oct. 6, Erev Sukkot 5:45 pm: Evening Services 6:12 pm: Candle lighting 6:30 pm: Sukkah Dinner with Ember by Smokey Joe (reservations required)

FLEX – Early Childhood 10:30 am (Or Zarua) FLEX – K-8 11:15 am (Or Zarua) The Family Learning Experience Tickets are available for FLEX only [...]

High Holy Days begin September 22! We are looking forward to being together in person at Wallace Hall for the High Holy Days, which begin [...]

High Holy Days begin September 22! We are looking forward to being together in person at Wallace Hall for the High Holy Days, which begin [...]

"Ancient Stories, Timeless Lessons: Talmudic Tales of Repentance" With Dr. Jeffrey L. Rubenstein To view the video recording of the lecture click HERE The Talmud [...]

FLEX – Early Childhood 10:30 am (Or Zarua) FLEX – K-8 11:15 am (Or Zarua) The Family Learning Experience Tickets are available for FLEX only [...]

High Holy Days begin September 22! We are looking forward to being together in person at Wallace Hall for the High Holy Days, which begin [...]

Rosh Hashanah, Day 2 5:30 pm: Central Park

Come to the parks to hear the blast of the shofar together and do tashlikh! Tuesday, Sept. 23, Rosh Hashanah Day 1 4:00 pm: Carl [...]

For Elementary School children, at Wallace Hall This is a drop-off program. September 23, October 1, October 2 Kindergarten - 5th grade children, join us [...]

For infants - Pre-K, on the Or Zarua roof. This is NOT a drop-off program. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Little ones, join [...]

High Holy Days begin September 22! We are looking forward to being together in person at Wallace Hall for the High Holy Days, which begin [...]

High Holy Days begin September 22! We are looking forward to being together in person at Wallace Hall for the High Holy Days, which begin [...]

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Or Zarua's 36th Anniversary is a chance to reflect on our past, cherish our present, and look toward our future. At our core, we are people [...]

What Did Jonah Know and When Did He Know It? Dr. Regina Stein, member of Congregation Or Zarua We read the Book of Jonah on [...]

A Social Night Out With a Short Study Tuesday, Sept. 9, 8:30 pm At Craft + Carry, 1630 2nd Ave. "Those Blasted Jews: Shofar Power" [...]

Monday, Sept. 8, 5:30 pm Kick off the new school year with great food, good friends, and a fun community vibe! Join us for our [...]

Sign up HERE by Wednesday, Sept. 3, so we know how many people to expect. Let’s come together after the summer for a joyful reunion! [...]

Ages 20-40 - all are welcome! OZ members: $5 Non-members: $10 (early bird pricing through 8/14 is $5) Reserve your spot by clicking HERE.  

Summer in the City: Rooftop Shabbat DinnerWelcome Shabbat with elevated vibes—literally. Join us for two unforgettable Rooftop Shabbat Dinners this summer, held after services and [...]

Learning with Rabbi Bolton 6:30 pm Minhah/Ma'ariv 7:00 pm Learning program "Do We Need a King?" The biblical and talmudic sources for the Amazon Prime [...]

Mah Jongg Lessons and Open Play For OZ Members and their Guests Lessons: July 30, August 5, 6 and 12, 7:00-9:00 pm Register now for [...]

Summer in the City: Kiddush Under the Canopy Join us for a rooftop Kiddush after services, surrounded by the NYC skyline and the warm embrace [...]

Summer in the City: Rooftop Jewish Happy Hour Raise a glass and kick off the weekend with good people and great vibes up on the [...]

Mah Jongg Lessons and Open Play For OZ Members and their Guests Lessons: July 30, August 5, 6 and 12, 7:00-9:00 pm Register now for [...]

Mah Jongg Lessons and Open Play For OZ Members and their Guests Lessons: July 30, August 5, 6 and 12, 7:00-9:00 pm Register now for [...]

Tisha B'Av continues Sunday 8:45 am: Shaharit 5:30 pm: Film Screening and Discussion: “October 8th” Join with fellow congregants on Tisha B'Av to view the [...]

Tisha B'Av begins Saturday evening 8:10 pm: Fast begins 8:51 pm: Shabbat ends 9:00 pm: Ma'ariv and Eikha  

Mah Jongg Lessons and Open Play For OZ Members and their Guests Lessons: July 30, August 5, 6 and 12, 7:00-9:00 pm Register now for [...]

Summer in the City: Rooftop Shabbat DinnerWelcome Shabbat with elevated vibes—literally. Join us for two unforgettable Rooftop Shabbat Dinners this summer, held after services and [...]

Playing with Fire: Hebrew Doorways to the Jewish Soul is the culmination of Diane's 40 years of Torah study and teaching. Diane's book presents a [...]

Summer in the City: Rooftop Jewish Happy Hour Raise a glass and kick off the weekend with good people and great vibes up on the [...]

Summer in the City: Kiddush Under the Canopy Join us for a rooftop Kiddush after services, surrounded by the NYC skyline and the warm embrace [...]

A Rooftop Jewish Trivia Night! Register by clicking HERE ($18 per adult) Think you know your bagels from your babkas? Your Balaams from your Balabustas? Join us [...]

It's Independence Day Weekend and Shabbat! Saturday, July 5, following services No cost, but RSVP HERE so we know how much food to order Join [...]

For OZ Members. Cost is $20. Members may register by clicking HERE The tour is full but please email Annie Sigal at asigal@orzarua.org to be [...]

Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply continue your Jewish learning? we invite you to join this new class to [...]

Zoom Torah Study Rabbi Jonathan Sacks Sources: Ethics Mondays, 12:00 pm, beginning Monday, Oct. 28, 2024 Click to join Torah Study Community Torah Study on [...]

Women on Fire by Lisa Barr Discussion led by Pat Davidson The book is about a Nazi-looted masterpiece and the international art scandal surrounding it. For [...]

"Shabbat Liturgy & the Philosophers of Prayer Life" In person only

Talmudic Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know In person and Zoom https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Join us on Shavuot evening starting at 7:30 pm: 7:30 pm Blintzes and Sushi 8:00 pm Festival Ma'ariv Services Annual Tikkun Leil Shavuot (study on [...]

Get ready for Shavuot with Or L’Atid! Parents and kids of all ages are invited for blintzes, ice cream and more! Parents and teens, come [...]

"Shabbat Liturgy & the Philosophers of Prayer Life" In person only

Talmudic Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know In person and Zoom https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

"Shabbat Liturgy & the Philosophers of Prayer Life" In person only

Talmudic Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know In person and Zoom https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply continue your Jewish learning? we invite you to join this new class to [...]

Zoom Torah Study Rabbi Jonathan Sacks Sources: Ethics Mondays, 12:00 pm, beginning Monday, Oct. 28, 2024 Click to join Torah Study Community Torah Study on [...]

Spring Class with Marc Ashley “From Moses to Moses, There Arose None Like Moses”: Was Maimonides the Greatest Jew of All Time – or a [...]

Sunday, May 18, 2025 Join with Or Zarua to march (or cheer) this year's Israel Day on Fifth Hatikvah "The Hope" For general info about [...]

Saturday, May 17 Or L’Atid Shabbat Celebration Shabbat in the Round, May 17th Amy Saks and Roni Greene, Co-Chairs Generously sponsored by Jonathan Mishkin in [...]

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Talmudic Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know In person and Zoom https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Spring Class with Marc Ashley “From Moses to Moses, There Arose None Like Moses”: Was Maimonides the Greatest Jew of All Time – or a [...]

Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply continue your Jewish learning? we invite you to join this new class to [...]

"Shabbat Liturgy & the Philosophers of Prayer Life" In person only

Talmudic Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know In person and Zoom https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply continue your Jewish learning? we invite you to join this new class to [...]

Zoom Torah Study Rabbi Jonathan Sacks Sources: Ethics Mondays, 12:00 pm, beginning Monday, Oct. 28, 2024 Click to join Torah Study Community Torah Study on [...]

Zoom Torah Study Rabbi Jonathan Sacks Sources: Ethics Mondays, 12:00 pm, beginning Monday, Oct. 28, 2024 Click to join Torah Study Community Torah Study on [...]

Spring Class with Marc Ashley “From Moses to Moses, There Arose None Like Moses”: Was Maimonides the Greatest Jew of All Time – or a [...]

Celebrate Israel with fun activities for little ones! Bounce, jump and dance to Israeli music. Enjoy Israeli snacks and decorations for little ones! Activities include: [...]

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Please join us as we come together in solemn remembrance and joyful celebration on these two most important days on the Jewish calendar. At the [...]

Yom Ha’Atzmaut: A Celebration of Independence As the sun sets and the somber tones of Yom HaZikaron give way to celebration, we invite you to [...]

RSVP HERE For elementary school and up Celebrate Yom Ha'Atzmaut with an Israeli Festival! Enjoy Israel-themed crafts, delicious Israeli dinner, and of course, a visit [...]

Spring Class with Marc Ashley “From Moses to Moses, There Arose None Like Moses”: Was Maimonides the Greatest Jew of All Time – or a [...]

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In person only. Or Zarua Scroll of Honor to be read at our service This year our Holocaust and Heroism Day is ever more important [...]

Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply continue your Jewish learning? we invite you to join this new class to [...]

Zoom Torah Study Rabbi Jonathan Sacks Sources: Ethics Mondays, 12:00 pm, beginning Monday, Oct. 28, 2024 Click to join Torah Study Community Torah Study on [...]

"When Elijah Came with a Barrel and a Jar: A biblical passage about our Seder guest" Saturday, April 19, following Kiddush, approximately 1:00 pm You're [...]

By advanced reservation only. Click HERE to register. The Seder theme for 2025 is "Heroes in the Haggadah" You’re Invited to a Meaningful Community 2nd [...]

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Join Rabbi Bolton as he explores Rabbi Sacks' Haggadah Highlights In person and Zoom https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

“Strange Seder Tales” L'chaim! Raise a glass with us. Between trips to the well for great microbrew beer at Craft + Carry (open your own [...]

As part of OZ's 36th anniversary celebration, a luminous review of the OZ Gallery's meaningful contribution to Or Zarua! Light refreshments will be served. Please [...]

"Shabbat Liturgy & the Philosophers of Prayer Life" In person only

Talmudic Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know In person and Zoom https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Tuesdays, 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm We welcome children of all ages, especially newborn - 4 year olds. Children must be accompanied by an adult. [...]

Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply continue your Jewish learning? we invite you to join this new class to [...]

Zoom Torah Study Rabbi Jonathan Sacks Sources: Ethics Mondays, 12:00 pm, beginning Monday, Oct. 28, 2024 Click to join Torah Study Community Torah Study on [...]

For families with kids of all ages. Services at 5:30 pm, followed by dinner (approximately 6:30 pm) The Entire OZ Community is invited to join [...]

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Talmudic Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know In person and Zoom https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Wednesdays, 3:45 pm – 4:30 pm We welcome children of all ages, especially newborn – 4 year olds. Children must be accompanied by an adult. [...]

Tuesdays, 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm We welcome children of all ages, especially newborn - 4 year olds. Children must be accompanied by an adult. [...]

Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply continue your Jewish learning? we invite you to join this new class to [...]

Zoom Torah Study Rabbi Jonathan Sacks Sources: Ethics Mondays, 12:00 pm, beginning Monday, Oct. 28, 2024 Click to join Torah Study Community Torah Study on [...]

AJC Shabbat with Jason Isaacson and Rob Skolnick Saturday, March 22 Join us for Shabbat services featuring guest speakers from the American Jewish Committee who [...]

Invisible Labor: The Untold Story of the Cesarean Section with Professor Rachel Somerstein Click HERE to view recording of the talk This talk, which draws on personal, [...]

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