Past Events

All members and their friends are welcome! Whether you're a seasoned player or brand-new to the tiles, we'd love to have you join our friendly [...]

Weekly on Tuesday, until Jun 10, 2026 Head into summer with the sounds of Jewish music in your heart! Join us for a 5-week minimester [...]

Thursday, May 21 - Erev Shavuot - 7:54 pm candle lighting 7:30 pm Blintzes and Sushi and Schnapps 8:00 pm Festival Ma'ariv Services Annual Tikkun [...]

Thursday, May 21 - Erev Shavuot - 7:54 pm candle lighting 7:30 pm Blintzes and Sushi and Schnapps 8:00 pm Festival Ma'ariv Services Annual Tikkun [...]

Service times for the two days of Shavuot at a glance: Friday, May 22, 9:00 am: Yom Tov Services Friday, May 22, 6:30 pm: Shabbat [...]

Tikkun Leil Shavuot "Who Owns It? Does That Matter?" Thursday, May 21, 7:30 pm Join us on Shavuot evening: 7:30 pm Blintzes and Sushi and [...]

Thursdays, 8:45 am – in person in Social Hall Explore 20th-century philosophers and liturgies important to those Jewish thinkers.

Thursday, May 21 - Erev Shavuot - 7:54 pm candle lighting 7:30 pm Blintzes and Sushi and Schnapps 8:00 pm Festival Ma'ariv Services Annual Tikkun [...]

Wednesdays at 7:00 pm – in person and Zoom Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know. Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Rooftop Picnic at 6:30 pm Annual Meeting 8:00 pm Sign up through your ShulCloud members account: https://orzarua.shulcloud.com/form/OZAnnualMtg.html

Weekly on Tuesday, until Jun 10, 2026 Head into summer with the sounds of Jewish music in your heart! Join us for a 5-week minimester [...]

"The Postcard," by Anne Berest Discussion led by Ira Glauber and Andrew Danzig This book is an enthralling investigation into family secrets, a poignant tale of [...]

Please join the Or Zarua community as we honor Executive Director Helene Santo and celebrate her years of dedication, care, and leadership. Delicious food, sweet [...]

Saturday, May 16, after services Bir'nana will perform at Kiddush RSVP HERE Friday, May 15, is Yom Yerushalayim, a holiday commemorating the reunification of Jerusalem [...]

Introduce your children to Shabbat in a fun and joyful way! This musical Tot Shabbat will be led by Paige Borden. Tot Shabbat: Birth to [...]

Congregation Or Zarua launches partnership with the 92Y ATiD Hebrew School. Special member's tuition rate, and priceless Hebrew and Jewish heritage education in a larger [...]

Thursdays, 8:45 am – in person in Social Hall Explore 20th-century philosophers and liturgies important to those Jewish thinkers.

Hear from one of Israel’s leading journalists, Alex Traiman, on the security, diplomacy, and political developments of the multifront war Israel is waging. Traiman has [...]

All members and their friends are welcome! Whether you're a seasoned player or brand-new to the tiles, we'd love to have you join our friendly [...]

Mondays at 6:00 pm – in person Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply deepen the Jewish conversation? Join this [...]

Torah Study Mondays at 12:00 pm - Zoom Explore the weekly Torah reading through the lens of “I Believe,” by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, z”l. Zoom [...]

Shabbat Morning Services and Lunch and Learn with Rabbi David Hoffman Saturday, May 9, 9:00 am services begin Sponsored by Lynn and Dan Beller Join [...]

Friday, May 8, 6:30 pm services followed by dinner Bring yourself and a friend! After Shabbat Services we will have a delicious Kosher meal with [...]

Thursdays, 8:45 am – in person in Social Hall Explore 20th-century philosophers and liturgies important to those Jewish thinkers.

Wednesdays at 7:00 pm – in person and Zoom Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know. Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Mondays at 6:00 pm (note new time) – in person Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply deepen the Jewish [...]

Torah Study Mondays at 12:00 pm - Zoom Explore the weekly Torah reading through the lens of “I Believe,” by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, z”l. Zoom [...]

Adult Education 27th Annual Spring Class with Marc Ashley Exiled Because of Our Sins: Jewish Perspectives on Evil and Suffering Four class sessions on Sunday [...]

Thursdays, 8:45 am – in person in Social Hall Explore 20th-century philosophers and liturgies important to those Jewish thinkers.

Wednesdays at 7:00 pm – in person and Zoom Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know. Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

A Social Night Out With a Short Study Tuesday, April 28, 8:30 pm At Craft + Carry, 1630 2nd Ave. Join Rabbi Bolton and friends [...]

All members and their friends are welcome! Whether you're a seasoned player or brand-new to the tiles, we'd love to have you join our friendly [...]

Mondays at 6:00 pm (note new time) – in person Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply deepen the Jewish [...]

Torah Study Mondays at 12:00 pm - Zoom Explore the weekly Torah reading through the lens of “I Believe,” by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, z”l. Zoom [...]

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

Adult Education 27th Annual Spring Class with Marc Ashley Exiled Because of Our Sins: Jewish Perspectives on Evil and Suffering Four class sessions on Sunday [...]

Join us for Shabbat services followed by a special sit-down Israeli Kiddush luncheon. Stay after services and take a seat at the table—literally! Kiddush in [...]

Fridays at 9:15 am Kids can enjoy open play, while adults enjoy a cup of coffee. Sip, schmooze and ease into Shabbat. Sign up on HiSawyer.

Thursdays, 8:45 am – in person in Social Hall Explore 20th-century philosophers and liturgies important to those Jewish thinkers.

Wednesdays at 7:00 pm – in person and Zoom Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know. Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

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

Mondays at 6:00 pm (note new time) – in person Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply deepen the Jewish [...]

Torah Study Mondays at 12:00 pm - Zoom Explore the weekly Torah reading through the lens of “I Believe,” by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, z”l. Zoom [...]

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

Come celebrate the birthday of Israel! The muzika will be on! Take a journey through Israel, without leaving the Upper East Side! Paint a hamsa [...]

Adult Education 27th Annual Spring Class with Marc Ashley Exiled Because of Our Sins: Jewish Perspectives on Evil and Suffering Four class sessions on Sunday [...]

Fridays at 9:15 am Kids can enjoy open play, while adults enjoy a cup of coffee. Sip, schmooze and ease into Shabbat. Sign up on HiSawyer.

Thursdays, 8:45 am – in person in Social Hall Explore 20th-century philosophers and liturgies important to those Jewish thinkers.

Wednesdays at 7:00 pm – in person and Zoom Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know. Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

All members and their friends are welcome! Whether you're a seasoned player or brand-new to the tiles, we'd love to have you join our friendly [...]

In person only. Yom HaShoah u'Gevurah Ceremony for Remembrance and Recalling Heroism Or Zarua Scroll of Honor to be read at our service This year [...]

Torah Study Mondays at 12:00 pm - Zoom Explore the weekly Torah reading through the lens of “I Believe,” by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, z”l. Zoom [...]

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

Adult Education 27th Annual Spring Class with Marc Ashley Exiled Because of Our Sins: Jewish Perspectives on Evil and Suffering Four class sessions on Sunday [...]

Post-Kiddush Chaburah Learning with Rabbi Bolton Saturday, Hol HaMoed Pesah, April 4 Join Rabbi Bolton as he explores the creatures mentioned in sacred sources and [...]

Reservations for this event are closed. Passover Round-Up click HERE From the journey out of Egypt to heroes in every generation, the Children of Israel [...]

Fast of the Firstborn. It is a widespread custom that the first born fast on the day before Pesah. This commemorates the divine protection of [...]

Torah Study Mondays at 12:00 pm - Zoom Explore the weekly Torah reading through the lens of “I Believe,” by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, z”l. Zoom [...]

Join us for a Young Professionals Shabbat dinner and Game Night on March 27! Friday, March 27, 6:00 pm services, followed by dinner Bring your [...]

Fridays at 9:15 am Kids can enjoy open play, while adults enjoy a cup of coffee. Sip, schmooze and ease into Shabbat. Sign up on HiSawyer.

Thursdays, 8:45 am – in person in Social Hall Explore 20th-century philosophers and liturgies important to those Jewish thinkers.

Please join us for a book talk for "Inheritance: Love, Loss and the Legacy of the Holocaust," by OZ member Charlie Scheidt. The talk will [...]

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

Mah Jongg Open Play is available from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. We look forward to seeing you during any of these hours. Join us for an evening [...]

Mondays at 6:00 pm (note new time) – in person Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply deepen the Jewish [...]

Torah Study Mondays at 12:00 pm - Zoom Explore the weekly Torah reading through the lens of “I Believe,” by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, z”l. Zoom [...]

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

"The Director," by David Kehlmann Discussion led by Esther Krell and Ronni Myers This book explores the life of film director G.W. Pabst, navigating themes [...]

RSVP for Kiddush in the Round HERE Saturday, March 21, following services which begin at 9:00 am Tot Shabbat meets at 11:15 am Stay after [...]

Fridays at 9:15 am Kids can enjoy open play, while adults enjoy a cup of coffee. Sip, schmooze and ease into Shabbat. Sign up on HiSawyer.

Thursdays, 8:45 am – in person in Social Hall Explore 20th-century philosophers and liturgies important to those Jewish thinkers.

In-person event. Lecture by Benjamin Marcus On Purim we read Megillat Esther. And on Passover - always 30 days later - we read Song of [...]

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

Maj Jongg Open Play is available from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. We look forward to seeing you during any of these hours. Join us for an evening [...]

Mondays at 6:00 pm (note new time) – in person Looking to build your Jewish literacy, start your Hebrew journey or simply deepen the Jewish [...]

Torah Study Mondays at 12:00 pm - Zoom Explore the weekly Torah reading through the lens of “I Believe,” by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, z”l. Zoom [...]

Registration for this event has closed. Get ready to bring a little summer camp magic into the winter! Join us on Friday, March 13 for [...]

Fridays at 9:15 am Kids can enjoy open play, while adults enjoy a cup of coffee. Sip, schmooze and ease into Shabbat. Sign up on HiSawyer.

Thursdays, 8:45 am – in person in Social Hall Explore 20th-century philosophers and liturgies important to those Jewish thinkers.

Wednesdays at 7:00 pm – in person and Zoom Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know. Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

"Shouldn't Pesah Come Before Purim in the Jewish Calendar Year?" A Social Night Out With a Short Study Tuesday, Jan. 20, 8:30 pm At Craft [...]

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

Artist Barbara Wolff will speak about her latest manuscript at this Gallery Event. "A Tent For The Sun: Hebrew Poetry of Muslim Spain (950—1140)" This [...]

Sermon and Post-Kiddush Chaburah Sermon title - "From Sinai to the Public Square: Covenant as Civic Commitment” Post-Kiddush Session Description - “Restoring Faith in Democracy [...]

Fridays at 9:15 am Kids can enjoy open play, while adults enjoy a cup of coffee. Sip, schmooze and ease into Shabbat. Sign up on HiSawyer.

Thursdays, 8:45 am – in person in Social Hall Explore 20th-century philosophers and liturgies important to those Jewish thinkers.

Wednesdays at 7:00 pm – in person and Zoom Route 66: The Top Sixty-Six Sugiyot (Passages) Every Educated Jew Must Know. Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/OZWedTalmudClass

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

Morning services, Megillah reading and Purim Banquet Breakfast!

Shushan Sushi to break your fast, evening services, Megillah reading and the annual OZ Purim Spiel! To view Monday night's program by Livestream, click HERE. [...]

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am For toddlers – geared towards 18 months – 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an [...]

A fun-filled Purim celebration for kids of all ages! No charge for members, $5 for non-members. https://orzarua.shulcloud.com/form/family-purim-party.html

Introduce your children to Shabbat in a fun and joyful way! Tot Shabbat: Birth to 5 years old.

Fridays at 9:15 am Kids can enjoy open play, while adults enjoy a cup of coffee. Sip, schmooze and ease into Shabbat. Sign up on HiSawyer.

Fridays at 9:15 am Kids can enjoy open play, while adults enjoy a cup of coffee. Sip, schmooze and ease into Shabbat. Sign up on HiSawyer.

Thursdays, 8:45 am – in person in Social Hall Explore 20th-century philosophers and liturgies important to those Jewish thinkers.