CholentFest 8 is This Week!!!
02/08/2022 04:48:01 PM
CholentFest - our annual Cholent competition - is back for an eighth year! Consistent with our COVID protocols the event will be a bit muted this year - and possibly outdoors - but fun and sorta delicious nevertheless. Come to CholentFest...Read more...
Sherman Shiva
01/20/2022 09:57:31 AM
We are saddened by the passing of Nancy Sherman ז"ל,
mother of our member, Stanley Sherman.
Shiva will be held over Zoom.
Today (Thursday): Noon-2PM, 7-9PM
Friday: 10AM-Noon
Saturday: 7-9PM
Sunday: Noon-2PM, 7-9PM
Click to Join Meeting Password:...Read more...
Barukh Dayyan Ha'Emet - Nancy Sherman
01/18/2022 03:49:46 PM
We are saddened by the passing of Nancy Sherman ז"ל,
mother of our member, Stanley Sherman.
The funeral was held today (January 18th) in Portland, Oregon.
Stanley plans to return to New York for much of Shiva.
The details will be shared shortly.
Stanley may be reached by email,
Stanley@Maskarts.comRead more...
The Real History of Giving Tuesday
11/30/2021 09:48:31 AM
Dear Friends,
The leadership of the Sixth Street Community Synagogue conceived of "Giving Tuesday" back in the early 1940s, after the newly-founded congregation enjoyed a rather materialistic "Cyber Monday." (The Wells Fargo Wagon was busy that year!) In...Read more...
Remembering Rabbi Sacks - Recordings
11/03/2021 11:16:31 AM
Dear Friends,
Last Monday we beautifully observed the first Yahrtzeit of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z"l in our synagogue. I am particularly grateful to our teacher, Professor Moshe Halbertal for his beautiful and...Read more...
IN TWO HOURS: Remembering Rabbi Sacks
10/25/2021 05:01:31 PM
Dear Friends,
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z"l was not only a world renowned Jewish thinker and leader. He was also a close and dear friend of the Jewish community in downtown Manhattan - of the students at NYU's...Read more...
Vaccination Policy
10/22/2021 03:07:46 PM
We remind you that all Shabbat services (for this Shabbat and next) are restricted to the fully vaccinated and children under 12 years of age. Masks are required as well.
If you registered for High...Read more...
Remembering Rabbi Sacks
10/21/2021 05:48:32 PM
Dear Friends,
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z"l was not only a world renowned Jewish thinker and leader. He was also a close and dear friend of the Jewish community in downtown Manhattan - of the students at NYU's...Read more...
Remembering Rabbi Sacks
10/13/2021 06:12:18 PM
Dear Friends,
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks z"l was not only a world renowned Jewish thinker and leader. He was also a close and dear friend of the Jewish community in downtown Manhattan - of the students at NYU's...Read more...
Barukh Dayyan Ha'Emet - Richard Marks
10/04/2021 08:42:47 PM
We are saddened by the passing of Richard Marks ז"ל,
father of our friend, Harris Marks.
The funeral will take place tomorrow (October 5th) in Florida.
Harris will immediately return to Long Island for Shiva.
Shiva and Minyanim will be held outdoors.
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Tanakh Yomi 5782
10/01/2021 08:13:32 AM
Dear friends,
As we begin a new cycle of Torah reading and study, I ask that you consider joining our synagogue in Tanakh Yomi, our (near) daily study of Bible that facilitates its completion in one year. You may find the 5782 schedule here.
Several years ago, after I noticed a significant gap in my own Jewish education, I devised this Tanakh Yomi program. Here's how it works:Read more...
Simchat Torah Festivities
09/27/2021 12:35:16 PM
Dear Friends,
Simchat Torah on Sixth Street is both lovely and fun. Our parties and services tend to skew a bit early, with the celebration starting on Tuesday Afternoon. Please join us for any or all of the festivites!
Tuesday, 5:00 PM - Outdoor Pre-Party
Tuesday, 7:15 PM...Read more...
Simchat Torah Sponsorships
09/26/2021 12:39:15 PM
There are many sponsorship opportunities for our Simchat Torah celebrations (Pre-Party, Party, Bar, Keg, Snacks, Kiddush, Advil). Won't you please consider helping to sponsor the (outdoor) festivities?
Donate here or Venmo us (@sixthstreetsynagogue). Be sure to include...Read more...
Shiva TONIGHT
09/18/2021 07:53:32 PM
We are saddened by the passing of Rabbi Jay Kitainik (יחיאל בן נחום יהודה) father of Neil Kitainik.
Tonight, Neil will observe Shiva and accept condolence visits in synagogue from 9:00-11:00 PM.
Shiva will continue at his family home (136-31 71st Road, Kew Gardens Hill, Queens) until Monday afternoon.Read more...
Barukh Dayyan Ha'Emet - Jay Kitainik
09/17/2021 08:34:32 AM
We are saddened by the passing of Jay Kitainik (יחיאל בן נחום יהודה), father of Neil Kitainik.
The funeral will be held today (September 17th) at Schwartz Brothers Jeffer Memorial Chapels at 11:30 AM (114-03 Queens Blvd, Queens).
Read more...
Rosh HaShana Seating
09/05/2021 06:14:49 PM
The seating for Rosh HaShana is now complete. I have made every effort to preserve your regular seats and maintain some extra distance. These seats may not be your Yom Kippus seats... (It's complicated).
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Last Call for Rosh HaShana Seats
08/31/2021 06:12:24 PM
We are presently finalizing the seating for Rosh HaShana. If you plan on joining us, it is imperative that you let us know NOW.
We remind you that attendance will be limited to the fully-vaccinated (excluding children...Read more...
Two Reminders
08/26/2021 06:40:25 PM
1. This Saturday Night is the First Night of Selichot. The service will be led by Meir Shapiro. We will begin at 10:30 PM. This service is restricted to those who are vaccinated. (Unvaccinated children under 12 are...Read more...
Barukh Dayyan Ha'Emet - Hilda Stewart
05/24/2021 08:42:55 PM
We are saddened by the passing of Hilda Stewart, sister of Gloria Karpas.
The graveside funeral will be held on Wednesday (May 26th) at Mount Judah Cemetery at 10:15 AM.
Gloria will observe Shiva at her home (40 East...Read more...
Kabbalat Shabbat!!!
04/08/2021 08:21:24 AM
Greetings Friends,
This Shabbat we plan to return to our beloved sanctuary for FRIDAY NIGHT services (in addition to Saturday morning). We feel that this is appropriate in light of improving conditions and increasing vaccination rates. As...Read more...
Update Shiva
03/04/2021 06:51:54 PM
We are saddened by the passing of Sigmund Robinson (זושא יואל בן פסח), father of Cori Robinson.
Shiva is being observed at the Robinson-Bellino home in Teaneck. There will be no in-person Shiva visits. Zoom Shiva hours are as follows: Thursday: 7 - 9 PMFriday: 10 AM - 1 PM Saturday: 7 - 10 PM Sunday: 10 AM - 12:30 PM, 6 - 9 PM To join the Zoom Shiva click here. Zoom ID: 896 1855 4766 Password: shiva Dial-in audio 1-646-558-8656; Meeting ID: 896 1855 4766
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Barukh Dayyan Ha'Emet - Sigmund Robinson
03/01/2021 08:30:54 PM
We are saddened by the passing of Sigmund Robinson (זושא יואל בן פסח), father of Cori Robinson.
The graveside funeral will be held on Tuesday (March 2nd) at approximately 11:30 AM at New Montefiore Cemetery.
To view...Read more...Purim Charity
02/24/2021 08:22:38 AM
Dear Friends,
Matanot L'Evyonim (gifts to the poor) is arguably the most important mitzvah of Purim. In the course of our own joy, we make it our duty to share with...Read more...
In-Person Megillah Readiing
02/18/2021 03:36:57 PM
Dear Friends,
Purim begins next Thursday night. In light of the global pandemic, this year's observance is...Read more...
Shabbat Services THIS SHABBAT
02/18/2021 12:13:09 PM
Greetings Friends,
This Shabbat we plan to return to our beloved sanctuary for Saturday morning services. We feel that is appropriate in light of the improving conditions and metrics we follow, and in preparation for our in-person Purim...Read more...
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