Morning Minyan with Breakfast – 7:30 AM – Bernstein Chapel
The CSZ Lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging morning minyan in the Lee and Gerson Bernstein Chapel. Followed by a light breakfast and chat. You may also join on Zoom.
For regular daily minyanim, please enter through the Lester Entrance Plaza. Either enter the code on the keypad or press the button on the Ring camera.
Online prayer books are available for you to follow along with our minyan, thanks to the Rabbinical Assembly! We utilize Siddur Sim Shalom. It is recommended that you download weekday morning, weekday afternoon, weekday evening and Shabbat. Click HERE.
CANCELED This week only Thrilling Thursday – 10:00 AM – Congregation Shaarey Zedek
Thrilling Thursday this week is canceled due to a building issue.
Please join us next Thursday for a fun day of play.
Minchah & Ma’ariv – 5:30 PM – Bernstein Chapel
The CSZ Clergy, lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging evening minyan in the Bernstein Chapel. You may also join the service on Zoom.
We utilize Siddur Sim Shalom. It is recommended that you purchase weekday morning, weekday afternoon, weekday evening and Shabbat books from the Rabbinical Assembly by clicking here.
For regular daily minyanim, please enter through the Lester Entrance Plaza. Either enter the code on the keypad or press the button on the Ring camera.
Birmingham Village Players Dress Rehearsal of Diary of Anne Frank – 7:00 PM
Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and the program will begin at 7:15 p.m. with words from the director, Michael Gravame, followed by the play at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are free. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity. Reserve your ticket now before we run out!
The play is appropriate for kids ages 12 and up.
Morning Minyan with Breakfast – 7:30 AM – Bernstein Chapel
The CSZ Lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging morning minyan in the Lee and Gerson Bernstein Chapel. Followed by a light breakfast and chat. You may also join on Zoom.
For regular daily minyanim, please enter through the Lester Entrance Plaza. Either enter the code on the keypad or press the button on the Ring camera.
Online prayer books are available for you to follow along with our minyan, thanks to the Rabbinical Assembly! We utilize Siddur Sim Shalom. It is recommended that you download weekday morning, weekday afternoon, weekday evening and Shabbat. Click HERE.
Hillel Day School x CSZ Shabbat Dinner – 5:30 PM – Congregation Shaarey Zedek
Calling all Hillel Day School families! Bring the kids, bring the ruach, and join us at CSZ for a lively Kabbalat Shabbat and dinner made just for your community. Expect a great meal, kid-friendly moments, and a chance to connect with other Hillel parents and welcome Shabbat together. $18/adult Village members, $36/adult not yet members, $10/kids 5-12, free for kids 4 and under.
Kabbalat Shabbat – 5:30 PM – Bernstein Chapel
Come join Ritual Director Saul A. Rube and your community in the Bernstein Chapel for a traditional Kabbalat service to welcome Shabbat and to pray for our brothers and sisters in Israel. There will be a small Oneg Shabbat in the Weisberg Lobby. You may also join on Zoom.
We utilize Siddur Sim Shalom. It is recommended that you purchase a weekday morning, weekday afternoon, weekday evening and Shabbat.
For regular daily minyanim, please enter through the Lester Entrance Plaza. Either enter the code on the keypad or press the button on the Ring camera.
Candle lighting – 6:11 PM
More Details
Our curriculum is written for our school by our Rabbis and Director of Youth and Family Learning. Each grade level has specific goals and learning targets that encompass the following areas:
Learning and practicing Jewish rituals, holidays, and ethical actions, emphasizing how these observances connect individuals to Jewish tradition and community.
Fostering a connection to Israel by exploring its geography, history, and significance as the Jewish homeland.
Centering on learning and understanding Torah stories, characters, and teachings, and applying their lessons to daily life.
Emphasizing the importance of ethical behavior, acts of kindness (Gemilut Chasadim), and fulfilling obligations like Tzedakah (charity).
Exploring the meaning and practice of prayer, teaching students how to communicate with God and understand the significance of different prayers.
Focusing on learning the Hebrew alphabet, vocabulary, and basic reading skills to engage with Jewish texts and prayers.
Each grade level explores these themes through engaging and age-appropriate lessons. Teachers use a variety of teaching methods and resources, including the Chai Curriculum.
We are fortunate to have a dedicated team of professional Jewish educators. Our teachers receive weekly planning time, during which they use our curriculum and learning goals to craft engaging lesson plans. They benefit from regular coaching and feedback from our Director of Youth and Family Learning and participate in ongoing professional development throughout the year. Our educators are passionate about their students and committed to their growth and success.