Your inside look at cbi’s upcoming events
Shabbat Services
Mazel Tov to Our Bat Mitzvah!
Isabelle Becker
Saturday, November 15, 2025
10AM
Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary
Updates & Important Notices
CBI Admin and Religious School Offices Closed for Veterans Day:
Please note that Congregation B’nai Israel’s Administrative Office and the Religious School Office are closed Tuesday, November 11, as we honor all those who served.
The NCECE is open for school and B’nai Families classes.
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Upcoming Events
Through Her Eyes: Short Stories by Jewish American Women
Wednesday, November 12 | 10AM - 11:30AM
Discover the stories, struggles, and strengths of Jewish American women through powerful short stories and personal reflection.
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Israelis, Arabs & Americans: Tensions and Identity – 2011 Featuring “Three Beautiful Souls” by Joan Leegant.
Taught by Toby Koritsky in the Joel S. Nadel Boardroom. Readings will be provided in advance. Each session includes guided discussion and time for personal reflection and storytelling. Light refreshments will be served.
Chic Boutique
Thursday, November 13 | 9:30AM – 3PM
Come shop local vendors featuring apparel, accessories, jewelry, kids’ items, home decor, and more, all while supporting Congregation B’nai Israel!
For questions, please reach out to the Chic Boutique team.
Veteran's Shabbat
Friday, November 14 | 7PM
Join us as we honor Veterans of CBI and in our community at this special service with guest speaker and CBI member, retired Brigadier General Randall T. Elliott.
Please RSVP below.
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Retired Brigadier General, Randall T. Elliott, was first assigned to Germany as a nuclear weapons officer and subsequently volunteered to serve in Vietnam with the famed 101st Airborne Division. He was awarded numerous medals for bravery. His last tour was as Commander of the Kuwait Task Force in Desert Storm.
Any CBI Veteran who would like to be included in our program, please contact Joanna Horowitz at 561.241.8118 with your name and branch of service.
Harvest Boxes
Place Your Orders By Friday, November 14
Order your Fall Harvest Box filled with farm fresh produce, perfect for Thanksgiving dinner! Purchase an extra Fall Harvest Box to donate to Feed the Community when you purchase one for your family.
Book Club Discussion
Thursday, November 20 | 7:30PM via Zoom
Join us for our November reading: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon.
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The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon is a gripping historical novel set in 1789 Maine. Inspired by real diary entries, it follows midwife Martha Ballard as she uncovers the truth behind a shocking murder discovered in the frozen Kennebec River. With her sharp wit, courage, and determination, Martha defies the limits placed on women of her time to seek justice in a community full of secrets.
Recommended by Fran Hirschel
Upcoming Book Club Dates:
- Dec 18: My Friends by Fredrik Backman
- Jan 22 – IN PERSON: The Night Sparrow by Shelly Sanders, moderated by the author
- Feb 19: Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray, moderated by Renee Nadel
- Mar 19: In the Family Way by Laney Katz Becker
- Apr 16
- May 21
If you would like to facilitate a book discussion, please contact Maxine Cohen at bookclub@cbiboca.org.
Feed the Community
Tuesday, November 25 | 3-5PM
Volunteer to help deliver, pack, and distribute bags of food to provide a Thanksgiving feast for members of our community.
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Congregation B’nai Israel has partnered with Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church for 42 years to provide a Thanksgiving feast for members of our community. Our neighbors will be invited to Ebenezer Church on Tuesday, November 25th to pick up everything needed for a bountiful holiday meal.
There are many ways for our CBI family to participate in this event including donating food or harvest baskets, sponsoring a table, donating a meal, baking cookies, hosting a neighborhood collection, or volunteering your time. Last year’s event helped feed over 1000 people. Let’s do it again this year!
Community service hours are available for students.
For questions about this event, please contact Minda Shaiman at 561.241.8118.
History of Hatred: The Ever-Present Threat of Antisemitism
Wednesdays at 10:30 AM | Begins December 3 | 6 weeks
Join Rabbi Silvers and Rabbi Keller for this eye-opening six-part course. You’ll journey through the roots and evolution of antisemitism, from ancient times to the present day.
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We will explore:
Encounters between Jews and early Christianity and Islam
The rise of antisemitism in medieval Europe
Racial ideologies leading to the Holocaust
The roles of communism and Islamism in shaping attitudes toward Jews
Today’s complex challenges across the political spectrum
6-week course | $179 (includes e-book)
Scholarships available
Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and engage in meaningful discussion with your rabbis and fellow learners.
Exploring Jewish and Christian Beliefs with Rabbi David Greenberg
Wednesdays at 2:30PM | Begins December 3 | 3 weeks
This complimentary three-part series will explore the Jewish perspective on Jesus and the Messiah, offering a deeper understanding of why Jews historically, and today, do not accept Jesus as the Messiah.
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Together, we will examine Jewish texts, history, and theology to better understand how the idea of the Messiah has been interpreted over time.
Refreshments will be served.
Chanukarama 2025
Sunday, December 7 | 3-5PM
This Chanukah, we’re headed to camp! Join us for our Camp Maccabee themed Chanukarama Carnival filled with games, music, sweet treats, crafts, rides, prizes, and glowing holiday fun for the whole family.
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Camp Schedule:
- Campfire Story Time
- Arts & Crafts Cabin with ArtNest
- Sing-Along with Miss Susan
- Color War led by Mizfit
- Camp Dance with DJ Danny
- Camp Magic Show
Entry is complimentary for every NCECE camper and their immediate family. Camp runs best when we know who’s coming—please RSVP by 11/25.
Recurring Events
Mahjong Club
Tuesdays at 6:30PM | Thursdays at 10:30AM
Looking to learn Mahjong or dust off those tiles? Mahjong Club is for women who want to connect and play.
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Whether you’re brand new or CRAK-ing the Mahjong codes, this is a welcoming group to hang out with every week. Snacks and good conversation always included!
Blanket Buddies
Monday, December 1 | 10:30AM
Join us as we make easy-to-assemble, no sew blankets for hospital patients and those in need within our community.
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Who Can Join?
This event is open to our members and their guests.
While this is a free event, we ask that you please register in advance
Feed The Community
Ways to Support:
Little Free Pantry
Ways to Support:
CBI’s Little Free Pantry is located at Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church. Although the box “lives” on the church campus, it belongs to the community. Anyone is welcome to take items from the box and anyone is welcome to place items in the box. The box is accessible 24/7.
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Help us keep the pantries full with non-perishable items:
- Juice Boxes
- Peanut Butter Crackers
- Canned Vegetables
- Canned Tuna
- Canned Pasta
- Cheese Crackers
- Personal Care Items
Please drop off your donations between 9AM – 5PM in the blue bin in CBI’s Admin Circle.
Social Action