East Midwood Jewish Center

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MESSAGE FROM RABBI SAM LEVINE

Welcome to East Midwood Jewish Center.

One of my central beliefs is that in these difficult and trying times the best thing we can do for ourselves and for one another is to be together, in community.

As Jews, as American Jews, as Brooklyn Jews, we share a common cultural language and heritage. When we come together, we create a safe space, whether in moments of joy and excitement or sadness and anxiety. Through prayer and study, we take our place in the ancient chain of tradition and debate that our ancestors passed down to us. Through celebration and camaraderie, we derive strength in supporting and being supported.

At the same time, being in community with others means recognizing that there are many voices around the table. Together, by delving deeply into the issues that confront us, we can ask questions and question answers in the pursuit of truth and a deeper understanding of the matters of the day. EMJC is a home for seekers, and we welcome everybody.

Please come and join us for a Shabbat or holiday service, a class, a discussion, or any event that meets your needs for community. We all strengthen one another, and I know there is a place for you here.

L’hitra’ot – I hope to see you soon.

Rabbi Sam Levine

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Culture
Worship
Youth

ThursdayThu, 12 MarMarch, 2026

Parashat Hashavu’a The Weekly Torah Portion with Rabbi Cantor Sam Levine

Thursday, Mar 12th 10:30a to 11:30aPlease join Rabbi Sam via Zoom for an enjoyable and educational discussion on the parasha/weekly Torah portion, via Zoom. Prior attendance is not required.

FridayFri, 13 MarMarch, 2026

Shabbat-a-BimBom

Friday, Mar 13th 6:30p to 9:00pPlease join us for our monthly Friday evening young families celebration of Shabbat. Rabbi Sam leads a lively kid-centered musical service that's followed by a collaborative dinner. We get the pizzas; families bring their dairy or parve contributions. These are strictly dairy and vegetarian meals with hechshered and non-hechshered choices. We're looking forward to seeing you! Know a family who'd enjoy BimBom? Invite them! RSVP to audrey@emjc.org no later than 7:00 pm Thursday before the event

SaturdaySat, 14 MarMarch, 2026

Shabbat Katan

Shabbat, Mar 14th 10:45a to 11:45aOur tot-shabbat tefillah circle.

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

Room J Open House!

Sunday, Mar 15th 10:00a to 12:00pWe are excited to host a Room J Hebrew School Open House on Sunday, March 15, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Our school thrives when "friends bring friends," and we want more families to experience our rich curriculum and the beautiful space where our students explore their Jewish identity. We need your help spreading the word by inviting young families from your social circles or neighborhoods to visit us, hear about our experiential learning, and see the incredible work our students are doing! Thank you for being our best ambassadors and helping our Room J family grow. For more info: Email Moran at moran@emjc.org

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

Service Auction + Passover Wine Tasting

Sunday, Mar 15th 4:30p to 6:30pService Auction + Passover Wine Tasting Sunday, March 15 4:30 pm $25/person in advance, $30/person at the door/ kids free* Join us for an evening of uncorked generosity! Sip your way through a selection of 8 fine Passover wines while plotting your winning bids on service items donated by members of the EMJC community. Wine orders will be delivered well before the first seder on April 1st. Raise a glass! Raise funds! No refunds. * Kids get to participate in a special grape juice tasting! Tasting notes of this year's wine offerings as well as auction items will be released before the date of the event. Purchases and bids will be accepted if you're unable to attend in person. Please donate your services for our auction by emailing Emily Eckman emilyeemjc@gmail.com

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

Room J Open House!

Sunday, Mar 15th 10:00a to 12:00pWe are excited to host a Room J Hebrew School Open House on Sunday, March 15, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Our school thrives when "friends bring friends," and we want more families to experience our rich curriculum and the beautiful space where our students explore their Jewish identity. We need your help spreading the word by inviting young families from your social circles or neighborhoods to visit us, hear about our experiential learning, and see the incredible work our students are doing! Thank you for being our best ambassadors and helping our Room J family grow. For more info: Email Moran at moran@emjc.org

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

Service Auction + Passover Wine Tasting

Sunday, Mar 15th 4:30p to 6:30pService Auction + Passover Wine Tasting Sunday, March 15 4:30 pm $25/person in advance, $30/person at the door/ kids free* Join us for an evening of uncorked generosity! Sip your way through a selection of 8 fine Passover wines while plotting your winning bids on service items donated by members of the EMJC community. Wine orders will be delivered well before the first seder on April 1st. Raise a glass! Raise funds! No refunds. * Kids get to participate in a special grape juice tasting! Tasting notes of this year's wine offerings as well as auction items will be released before the date of the event. Purchases and bids will be accepted if you're unable to attend in person. Please donate your services for our auction by emailing Emily Eckman emilyeemjc@gmail.com

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

BBYO Chapter Meeting

Sunday, Mar 15th 7:00p to 9:00pBBYO Chapter Meeting Sunday, March 15 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click here to register: https://bbyo.my.site.com/s/event-details?eventId=a4kUZ000000EJFh

WednesdayWed, 18 MarMarch, 2026

NightShul: Hebrew Reading Bootcamp & Haftarah Chanting Class

Wednesday, Mar 18th 7:30p to 9:30pNightShul: Hebrew Reading Bootcamp & Haftarah Chanting Class Bootcamp: 2 Wednesdays, Mar 11, 18 (7:30 - 9:30 pm) Chanting classes: 6 Wednesdays, March 25, Apr 15, 29, May 6, 13, 20 (7:30 pm - 8:45 pm) via Zoom $54/members, $72/non-members Join us on Wednesday evenings as we begin a new cycle of learning to chant haftarah (the weekly reading from the prophets that follows the Torah portion). In this class, we’ll learn the ancient system of ta’amei haMiqra – the symbols (called tropes) that tell us how to chant the words of the prophets. We’ll discuss the origin of this system, understand how the tropes function, and start applying them to the text. We will work toward a collective chanting of the haftarah on the second day of Shavuot (each person will take a few verses). This year, the holiday conveniently falls on Saturday, May 23. If you first want to brush up on your Hebrew reading skills (or if you have none) we’re offering a two-week Hebrew-reading “bootcamp” on March 11 and 18. The first chanting class will begin the following Wednesday, March 25. Please note: this is not a performance class! Chanting from the Torah or haftarah does not require any musical skill! A pleasant voice is a bonus, but has nothing to do with this project. If anyone has ever told you that “you can’t sing,” they were most likely wrong anyway, and now is the time to show them! Reach out with your questions! RSVPs are necessary. I will email out a packet to everyone enrolled. I hope you’ll join us! Rabbi Sam

WednesdayWed, 25 MarMarch, 2026

NightShul: Hebrew Reading Bootcamp & Haftarah Chanting Class

Wednesday, Mar 25th 7:30p to 8:45pNightShul: Hebrew Reading Bootcamp & Haftarah Chanting Class Bootcamp: 2 Wednesdays, Mar 11, 18 (7:30 - 9:30 pm) Chanting classes: 6 Wednesdays, March 25, Apr 15, 29, May 6, 13, 20 (7:30 pm - 8:45 pm) via Zoom $54/members, $72/non-members Join us on Wednesday evenings as we begin a new cycle of learning to chant haftarah (the weekly reading from the prophets that follows the Torah portion). In this class, we’ll learn the ancient system of ta’amei haMiqra – the symbols (called tropes) that tell us how to chant the words of the prophets. We’ll discuss the origin of this system, understand how the tropes function, and start applying them to the text. We will work toward a collective chanting of the haftarah on the second day of Shavuot (each person will take a few verses). This year, the holiday conveniently falls on Saturday, May 23. If you first want to brush up on your Hebrew reading skills (or if you have none) we’re offering a two-week Hebrew-reading “bootcamp” on March 11 and 18. The first chanting class will begin the following Wednesday, March 25. Please note: this is not a performance class! Chanting from the Torah or haftarah does not require any musical skill! A pleasant voice is a bonus, but has nothing to do with this project. If anyone has ever told you that “you can’t sing,” they were most likely wrong anyway, and now is the time to show them! Reach out with your questions! RSVPs are necessary. I will email out a packet to everyone enrolled. I hope you’ll join us! Rabbi Sam

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

Room J Open House!

Sunday, Mar 15th 10:00a to 12:00pWe are excited to host a Room J Hebrew School Open House on Sunday, March 15, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Our school thrives when "friends bring friends," and we want more families to experience our rich curriculum and the beautiful space where our students explore their Jewish identity. We need your help spreading the word by inviting young families from your social circles or neighborhoods to visit us, hear about our experiential learning, and see the incredible work our students are doing! Thank you for being our best ambassadors and helping our Room J family grow. For more info: Email Moran at moran@emjc.org

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

Service Auction + Passover Wine Tasting

Sunday, Mar 15th 4:30p to 6:30pService Auction + Passover Wine Tasting Sunday, March 15 4:30 pm $25/person in advance, $30/person at the door/ kids free* Join us for an evening of uncorked generosity! Sip your way through a selection of 8 fine Passover wines while plotting your winning bids on service items donated by members of the EMJC community. Wine orders will be delivered well before the first seder on April 1st. Raise a glass! Raise funds! No refunds. * Kids get to participate in a special grape juice tasting! Tasting notes of this year's wine offerings as well as auction items will be released before the date of the event. Purchases and bids will be accepted if you're unable to attend in person. Please donate your services for our auction by emailing Emily Eckman emilyeemjc@gmail.com

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

BBYO Chapter Meeting

Sunday, Mar 15th 7:00p to 9:00pBBYO Chapter Meeting Sunday, March 15 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click here to register: https://bbyo.my.site.com/s/event-details?eventId=a4kUZ000000EJFh

WednesdayWed, 18 MarMarch, 2026

NightShul: Hebrew Reading Bootcamp & Haftarah Chanting Class

Wednesday, Mar 18th 7:30p to 9:30pNightShul: Hebrew Reading Bootcamp & Haftarah Chanting Class Bootcamp: 2 Wednesdays, Mar 11, 18 (7:30 - 9:30 pm) Chanting classes: 6 Wednesdays, March 25, Apr 15, 29, May 6, 13, 20 (7:30 pm - 8:45 pm) via Zoom $54/members, $72/non-members Join us on Wednesday evenings as we begin a new cycle of learning to chant haftarah (the weekly reading from the prophets that follows the Torah portion). In this class, we’ll learn the ancient system of ta’amei haMiqra – the symbols (called tropes) that tell us how to chant the words of the prophets. We’ll discuss the origin of this system, understand how the tropes function, and start applying them to the text. We will work toward a collective chanting of the haftarah on the second day of Shavuot (each person will take a few verses). This year, the holiday conveniently falls on Saturday, May 23. If you first want to brush up on your Hebrew reading skills (or if you have none) we’re offering a two-week Hebrew-reading “bootcamp” on March 11 and 18. The first chanting class will begin the following Wednesday, March 25. Please note: this is not a performance class! Chanting from the Torah or haftarah does not require any musical skill! A pleasant voice is a bonus, but has nothing to do with this project. If anyone has ever told you that “you can’t sing,” they were most likely wrong anyway, and now is the time to show them! Reach out with your questions! RSVPs are necessary. I will email out a packet to everyone enrolled. I hope you’ll join us! Rabbi Sam

WednesdayWed, 25 MarMarch, 2026

NightShul: Hebrew Reading Bootcamp & Haftarah Chanting Class

Wednesday, Mar 25th 7:30p to 8:45pNightShul: Hebrew Reading Bootcamp & Haftarah Chanting Class Bootcamp: 2 Wednesdays, Mar 11, 18 (7:30 - 9:30 pm) Chanting classes: 6 Wednesdays, March 25, Apr 15, 29, May 6, 13, 20 (7:30 pm - 8:45 pm) via Zoom $54/members, $72/non-members Join us on Wednesday evenings as we begin a new cycle of learning to chant haftarah (the weekly reading from the prophets that follows the Torah portion). In this class, we’ll learn the ancient system of ta’amei haMiqra – the symbols (called tropes) that tell us how to chant the words of the prophets. We’ll discuss the origin of this system, understand how the tropes function, and start applying them to the text. We will work toward a collective chanting of the haftarah on the second day of Shavuot (each person will take a few verses). This year, the holiday conveniently falls on Saturday, May 23. If you first want to brush up on your Hebrew reading skills (or if you have none) we’re offering a two-week Hebrew-reading “bootcamp” on March 11 and 18. The first chanting class will begin the following Wednesday, March 25. Please note: this is not a performance class! Chanting from the Torah or haftarah does not require any musical skill! A pleasant voice is a bonus, but has nothing to do with this project. If anyone has ever told you that “you can’t sing,” they were most likely wrong anyway, and now is the time to show them! Reach out with your questions! RSVPs are necessary. I will email out a packet to everyone enrolled. I hope you’ll join us! Rabbi Sam

ThursdayThu, 12 MarMarch, 2026

Parashat Hashavu’a The Weekly Torah Portion with Rabbi Cantor Sam Levine

Thursday, Mar 12th 10:30a to 11:30aPlease join Rabbi Sam via Zoom for an enjoyable and educational discussion on the parasha/weekly Torah portion, via Zoom. Prior attendance is not required.

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

Room J Open House!

Sunday, Mar 15th 10:00a to 12:00pWe are excited to host a Room J Hebrew School Open House on Sunday, March 15, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Our school thrives when "friends bring friends," and we want more families to experience our rich curriculum and the beautiful space where our students explore their Jewish identity. We need your help spreading the word by inviting young families from your social circles or neighborhoods to visit us, hear about our experiential learning, and see the incredible work our students are doing! Thank you for being our best ambassadors and helping our Room J family grow. For more info: Email Moran at moran@emjc.org

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

Service Auction + Passover Wine Tasting

Sunday, Mar 15th 4:30p to 6:30pService Auction + Passover Wine Tasting Sunday, March 15 4:30 pm $25/person in advance, $30/person at the door/ kids free* Join us for an evening of uncorked generosity! Sip your way through a selection of 8 fine Passover wines while plotting your winning bids on service items donated by members of the EMJC community. Wine orders will be delivered well before the first seder on April 1st. Raise a glass! Raise funds! No refunds. * Kids get to participate in a special grape juice tasting! Tasting notes of this year's wine offerings as well as auction items will be released before the date of the event. Purchases and bids will be accepted if you're unable to attend in person. Please donate your services for our auction by emailing Emily Eckman emilyeemjc@gmail.com

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

BBYO Chapter Meeting

Sunday, Mar 15th 7:00p to 9:00pBBYO Chapter Meeting Sunday, March 15 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click here to register: https://bbyo.my.site.com/s/event-details?eventId=a4kUZ000000EJFh

WednesdayWed, 18 MarMarch, 2026

NightShul: Hebrew Reading Bootcamp & Haftarah Chanting Class

Wednesday, Mar 18th 7:30p to 9:30pNightShul: Hebrew Reading Bootcamp & Haftarah Chanting Class Bootcamp: 2 Wednesdays, Mar 11, 18 (7:30 - 9:30 pm) Chanting classes: 6 Wednesdays, March 25, Apr 15, 29, May 6, 13, 20 (7:30 pm - 8:45 pm) via Zoom $54/members, $72/non-members Join us on Wednesday evenings as we begin a new cycle of learning to chant haftarah (the weekly reading from the prophets that follows the Torah portion). In this class, we’ll learn the ancient system of ta’amei haMiqra – the symbols (called tropes) that tell us how to chant the words of the prophets. We’ll discuss the origin of this system, understand how the tropes function, and start applying them to the text. We will work toward a collective chanting of the haftarah on the second day of Shavuot (each person will take a few verses). This year, the holiday conveniently falls on Saturday, May 23. If you first want to brush up on your Hebrew reading skills (or if you have none) we’re offering a two-week Hebrew-reading “bootcamp” on March 11 and 18. The first chanting class will begin the following Wednesday, March 25. Please note: this is not a performance class! Chanting from the Torah or haftarah does not require any musical skill! A pleasant voice is a bonus, but has nothing to do with this project. If anyone has ever told you that “you can’t sing,” they were most likely wrong anyway, and now is the time to show them! Reach out with your questions! RSVPs are necessary. I will email out a packet to everyone enrolled. I hope you’ll join us! Rabbi Sam

FridayFri, 13 MarMarch, 2026

Shabbat-a-BimBom

Friday, Mar 13th 6:30p to 9:00pPlease join us for our monthly Friday evening young families celebration of Shabbat. Rabbi Sam leads a lively kid-centered musical service that's followed by a collaborative dinner. We get the pizzas; families bring their dairy or parve contributions. These are strictly dairy and vegetarian meals with hechshered and non-hechshered choices. We're looking forward to seeing you! Know a family who'd enjoy BimBom? Invite them! RSVP to audrey@emjc.org no later than 7:00 pm Thursday before the event

SaturdaySat, 14 MarMarch, 2026

Shabbat Katan

Shabbat, Mar 14th 10:45a to 11:45aOur tot-shabbat tefillah circle.

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

Room J Open House!

Sunday, Mar 15th 10:00a to 12:00pWe are excited to host a Room J Hebrew School Open House on Sunday, March 15, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Our school thrives when "friends bring friends," and we want more families to experience our rich curriculum and the beautiful space where our students explore their Jewish identity. We need your help spreading the word by inviting young families from your social circles or neighborhoods to visit us, hear about our experiential learning, and see the incredible work our students are doing! Thank you for being our best ambassadors and helping our Room J family grow. For more info: Email Moran at moran@emjc.org

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

Service Auction + Passover Wine Tasting

Sunday, Mar 15th 4:30p to 6:30pService Auction + Passover Wine Tasting Sunday, March 15 4:30 pm $25/person in advance, $30/person at the door/ kids free* Join us for an evening of uncorked generosity! Sip your way through a selection of 8 fine Passover wines while plotting your winning bids on service items donated by members of the EMJC community. Wine orders will be delivered well before the first seder on April 1st. Raise a glass! Raise funds! No refunds. * Kids get to participate in a special grape juice tasting! Tasting notes of this year's wine offerings as well as auction items will be released before the date of the event. Purchases and bids will be accepted if you're unable to attend in person. Please donate your services for our auction by emailing Emily Eckman emilyeemjc@gmail.com

SundaySun, 15 MarMarch, 2026

BBYO Chapter Meeting

Sunday, Mar 15th 7:00p to 9:00pBBYO Chapter Meeting Sunday, March 15 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click here to register: https://bbyo.my.site.com/s/event-details?eventId=a4kUZ000000EJFh

Thu, March 12 2026 23 Adar 5786

EAST MIDWOOD JEWISH CENTER

1625 Ocean Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11230

(718) 338-3800
info@emjc.org

Rabbi Cantor Sam Levine

Executive Director, Wayne Rosenfeld

Director of Education & Congregational Engagement, Audrey Korelstein

President, Emily Eckman

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