Welcome!
Temple Beth Jacob is a Reform Movement Congregation in the Hudson Valley of New York. We are proud of our longstanding commitment to serving the Jewish community in Newburgh and surrounding towns for over 150 years.
Temple Beth Jacob is committed to a liberal approach to our 4,000 year old heritage. We aim to bring in new ideas and value old traditions.
Thank you for visiting our website.
Come visit our synagogue and meet the people that make TBJ such a warm community.
Temple Beth Jacob is committed to a liberal approach to our 4,000 year old heritage. We aim to bring in new ideas and value old traditions.
Thank you for visiting our website.
Come visit our synagogue and meet the people that make TBJ such a warm community.
You can purchase Mishkan T'Filah: A Reform Siddur on Amazon for your Kindle by Clicking Here or purchase a copy of the Web Mishkan T'Filah from CCAR by Clicking Here.
Upcoming Events
Sisterhood Book Discussion – 12:30pm on Thursday, January 23 at the temple. The book is “The Women” by Kristen Hannah. Women can be heroes. When twenty-year-old nursing student Frances McGrath hears these words, it is a revelation. Raised in the idyllic world of Southern California and sheltered by her conservative parents, she has always prided herself on doing the right thing. But in 1965, the world is changing, and she suddenly dares to imagine a different future for herself. When her brother ships out to serve in Vietnam, she joins the Army Nurse Corps and follows his path.
Friday Night Shabbat Service – 7:30pm on Friday, January 24 in the small sanctuary.
TBJ Torah Study – 9:30am on Saturday, January 25 via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89653123136.
Mitzvah Arugah Knitting Group – 7:00pm on Thursday, January 23 & 30. Feel free to pick up yarn at the temple office anytime and drop off finished hats. There is NO cost to you and all are welcome to join this growing circle of “Hookers & Loomers.
Intro to Judaism/Adult Hebrew – 6:45-7:45pm for Intro and 7:45 – 8:30pm for Hebrew starting Tuesday, January 7 through April 1. The Intro course is 12 weeks long and will explore the customs, values & beliefs of Judaism and Jewish Life. The Hebrew course will start from Aleph to letters, vowels and words of Hebrew. No prior knowledge is needed. The course will be taught by Rabbi Douglas Kohn at the temple or via zoom if needed.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83429013572
Sisterhood Rosh Chodesh – 6:00pm on Thursday, February 6 at the home of Joan Berkley. The discussion will be from the book “Wise Aging” by Rabbi Rachel Cowan & Dr. Linda Thal—Forgiveness & Reconciliation.
Cantor Concert – 7:30pm on Saturday, February 8 at the temple. Join Student Cantor Sam Chamberlin for an evening of songs with secular and Jewish favorites featuring some special familiar and surprise guest artists! Adult tickets are $25. Tickets for Children under 15 are $10. Concert sponsorships of $250 and $180 are available and include two tickets, reserved seats up front, notice in concert program and wine & cheese reception in advance of the concert. Purchase your tickets now from the temple office.
Gift of Life Bone Marrow Swabbing Drive – Stem cell donors needed for the Gift of Life Marrow Registry. So far we have 116 Matches! Donors swab the inside of their cheeks and complete a registration form, must be 18 to 35 years old and in good health. Volunteers are also needed for a couple of hours to help find someone’s match. Contact Sherrill Murray-Lazarus to volunteer at [email protected]. The upcoming swabbing dates are below:
Tuesday, February 4 from 10am -2 pm at Marist College in the Breezeway,3399 North Rd. Poughkeepsie
Jewish Heritage Tour of Spain & Morocco- October 26 – November 6, 2025 Lead by Rabbi Kohn. 11 Days of Jewish Heritage Tour discovering Madrid’s Royal Palace, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Major and the world-famous Prado Museum. To learn more about this trip go to https://secure.ayelet.com/KohnSpain2025.aspx or speak to Rabbi Kohn.
KOL YISRAEL EVENTS
Alex Solomon Parents/Grandparents Bereavement Support Group – 12:00pm on Sunday, February 16 at Kol Yisrael in the conference room. If you have lost a child or grandchild, no matter what age or when, come to find and share support. Sponsored by CAI. Generally on the second Sunday of the month. For more information contact [email protected].
Qigong/Tai Chi – Tuesday & Thursdays at 2:30pm and Wednesdays at 11am. Join certified instructor Bryon Abrams as he teaches us mind-body practices and mindfulness meditation to reduce stress, lower blood pressure, decrease anxiety, depression & fatigue. Donations appreciated. Walk-ins welcome!
NJCC EVENTS
Member Party - 5:00 – 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 5. Only $5 per person. Join our family friendly social hour to meet, mingle, and build friendships with your fellow Newburgh JCC members. Guests of members are welcome to attend.
Israeli Folk Dancing – 1:00pm on Sunday, February 16 at the Newburgh JCC, 290 North Street, Newburgh in the social hall. Dancing led by "Dancing with Shmulik". Register at https://jewishorangeny.regfox.com/israeli-dancing
Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County.
Line Dancing For Intermediate/Advanced- 12:30 – 2:00pm on Wednesdays. No Fee to Dance just come and have a good time.
Beginner Pickleball – 9:30am - 12PM every Tuesday and Thursday. Beginner & Intermediate Clinic registration dates announced on the Newburghjcc.org website. Private court reservations available. Free for members. $15 for all non-members. RSVP to [email protected].
Friday Night Shabbat Service – 7:30pm on Friday, January 24 in the small sanctuary.
TBJ Torah Study – 9:30am on Saturday, January 25 via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89653123136.
Mitzvah Arugah Knitting Group – 7:00pm on Thursday, January 23 & 30. Feel free to pick up yarn at the temple office anytime and drop off finished hats. There is NO cost to you and all are welcome to join this growing circle of “Hookers & Loomers.
Intro to Judaism/Adult Hebrew – 6:45-7:45pm for Intro and 7:45 – 8:30pm for Hebrew starting Tuesday, January 7 through April 1. The Intro course is 12 weeks long and will explore the customs, values & beliefs of Judaism and Jewish Life. The Hebrew course will start from Aleph to letters, vowels and words of Hebrew. No prior knowledge is needed. The course will be taught by Rabbi Douglas Kohn at the temple or via zoom if needed.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83429013572
Sisterhood Rosh Chodesh – 6:00pm on Thursday, February 6 at the home of Joan Berkley. The discussion will be from the book “Wise Aging” by Rabbi Rachel Cowan & Dr. Linda Thal—Forgiveness & Reconciliation.
Cantor Concert – 7:30pm on Saturday, February 8 at the temple. Join Student Cantor Sam Chamberlin for an evening of songs with secular and Jewish favorites featuring some special familiar and surprise guest artists! Adult tickets are $25. Tickets for Children under 15 are $10. Concert sponsorships of $250 and $180 are available and include two tickets, reserved seats up front, notice in concert program and wine & cheese reception in advance of the concert. Purchase your tickets now from the temple office.
Gift of Life Bone Marrow Swabbing Drive – Stem cell donors needed for the Gift of Life Marrow Registry. So far we have 116 Matches! Donors swab the inside of their cheeks and complete a registration form, must be 18 to 35 years old and in good health. Volunteers are also needed for a couple of hours to help find someone’s match. Contact Sherrill Murray-Lazarus to volunteer at [email protected]. The upcoming swabbing dates are below:
Tuesday, February 4 from 10am -2 pm at Marist College in the Breezeway,3399 North Rd. Poughkeepsie
Jewish Heritage Tour of Spain & Morocco- October 26 – November 6, 2025 Lead by Rabbi Kohn. 11 Days of Jewish Heritage Tour discovering Madrid’s Royal Palace, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Major and the world-famous Prado Museum. To learn more about this trip go to https://secure.ayelet.com/KohnSpain2025.aspx or speak to Rabbi Kohn.
KOL YISRAEL EVENTS
Alex Solomon Parents/Grandparents Bereavement Support Group – 12:00pm on Sunday, February 16 at Kol Yisrael in the conference room. If you have lost a child or grandchild, no matter what age or when, come to find and share support. Sponsored by CAI. Generally on the second Sunday of the month. For more information contact [email protected].
Qigong/Tai Chi – Tuesday & Thursdays at 2:30pm and Wednesdays at 11am. Join certified instructor Bryon Abrams as he teaches us mind-body practices and mindfulness meditation to reduce stress, lower blood pressure, decrease anxiety, depression & fatigue. Donations appreciated. Walk-ins welcome!
NJCC EVENTS
Member Party - 5:00 – 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 5. Only $5 per person. Join our family friendly social hour to meet, mingle, and build friendships with your fellow Newburgh JCC members. Guests of members are welcome to attend.
Israeli Folk Dancing – 1:00pm on Sunday, February 16 at the Newburgh JCC, 290 North Street, Newburgh in the social hall. Dancing led by "Dancing with Shmulik". Register at https://jewishorangeny.regfox.com/israeli-dancing
Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County.
Line Dancing For Intermediate/Advanced- 12:30 – 2:00pm on Wednesdays. No Fee to Dance just come and have a good time.
Beginner Pickleball – 9:30am - 12PM every Tuesday and Thursday. Beginner & Intermediate Clinic registration dates announced on the Newburghjcc.org website. Private court reservations available. Free for members. $15 for all non-members. RSVP to [email protected].
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