The year in hebrew school education ended with "smoke" and "burgers". The entire CJC community turned out to cheer on our Hebrew School students, acknowledge their academic accomplishments, and partake in a festive barbeque.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 28 July 2009 23:09
Croton Summerfest
Written by Seth Rowland
Sunday, 14 June 2009 13:42
Croton Jewish Center took part in the annual Croton SummerFest. Thanks to all members who staffed the CJC table and who came out to support our small institution. Next year we have big plans for a Harvest Booth.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 30 June 2009 12:44
Birkat ha-Chamah (Blessing of the Sun)
Written by Rabbi David Bockman
Friday, 15 May 2009 14:56
Croton Jewish Center gathered for an early morning service and siyyum (completion of the study of a talmudic tractate, accompanied by a party) on the fast of the firstborn, in which the firstborn of each Jewish family - who would otherwise have died in the tenth plague of Egypt leading to the Exodus - remember that without God's protection they, too, would have died in the plague. In 2009, this observance coincided with the once-every-28-year Birkat ha-Chamah (Blessing of the Sun), when Jewish tradition understands that the solar configuration returns to its cycle at the moment of the sun's creation on the fourth day of Genesis (a Wednesday). Here, people are looking for the sun as it peeks momentarily through the clouds, eager to recite the blessing specific to an occasion that people only get two or three opportunities in their life to recite.
Last Updated on Friday, 15 May 2009 14:59
Bonfires and Lag B'omer
Written by Rabbi David Bockman
Friday, 15 May 2009 14:45
CJC religious school celebrates Lag B'omer (the 33rd day of the counting of the Omer between Passover and Shavuot) in a traditional manner by building and lighting a bonfire. Although the custom findsits origins with the mystical tradition connecting Lag B'Omer withthe death of R' Shimon bar Yochai, the supposed author of the Book of Splendor (Zohar), a kabbalistic commentary to the Torah. Rather than mourn his loss, Jewish mystics celebrated the fulfillment of an outstanding life that ended with a revelation similar to that of the Torah, replete with whirling flames and flashes of light, represented by the bonfire. In modern Israel, the holiday is a favorite among teenagers, who stay up all night singing, dancing and roasting potatoes and onions in the embers. CJC students also roasted marshmallows for smores. A relaxing and delicious time was had by all.
Last Updated on Friday, 15 May 2009 16:36
Passover Chametz Burning
Written by Rabbi David Bockman
Friday, 15 May 2009 14:34
Children at CJC's religious school gather around a burning pile of Chametz (leavened products) to learn and experience some of the extensive preparation needed for observing Passover.
Last Updated on Friday, 15 May 2009 14:37
Purim Shots
Written by Shelly Avellino
Monday, 27 April 2009 22:29
Purim was great at CJC this year! Check out these cute shots by Shelley Avellino.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 29 April 2009 13:13
Tu B'Shevat Seder - The Year for Trees
Written by Seth Rowland
Sunday, 08 February 2009 18:19
Tu B'Shevat, the 15th of Shevat on the Jewish calendar -- celebrated this year on Monday, February 9, 2009 -- is the day that marks the beginning of a "New Year for Trees." This is the season in which the earliest-blooming trees in the Land of Israel emerge from their winter sleep and begin a new fruit-bearing cycle.
At Croton Jewish Center, the religious school held a festive seder in honor of the holiday.
Food is an important part of the spiritual life at Croton Jewish Center. We nourish the heart and the soul. Through food and shared experience we bring the seasonal holiday cycle to life.
Last Updated on Monday, 11 May 2009 19:59
CJC Windows - Looking In and Out
Written by Seth Rowland
Sunday, 08 February 2009 17:57
They say that the study of Torah is the gateway to to soul. Look out from within Croton Jewish Center to the world outside, with the framework of Jewish Learning. And look in from the outside to the sanctuary, our home of learning and prayer.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 10 February 2009 02:04
CJC Stonework - A Story As Old As the Earth
Written by Seth Rowland
Sunday, 08 February 2009 17:52
As you enter the world of Croton Jewish Center, take a look around. Entering across a slate patio, look at the wall of granite. Note the rising column of stone from the fireplace. Observe the undulating slate roof. Look at the follies in the parking lot. There is a story there waiting be discovered.
Last Updated on Monday, 09 February 2009 06:51
CJC Scholarship - Commitments to Books and Learning
Written by Seth Rowland
Sunday, 08 February 2009 17:43
At Croton Jewish Center there is a commitment to learning and scholarship. There is a diversity of learning. While some can quote Talmud by the Pin, other prefer to take the choice of translations for the weekly parsha.
Last Updated on Monday, 09 February 2009 06:51
CJC People - A Commitment to Prayer, Study and Fun
Written by Seth Rowland
Sunday, 08 February 2009 17:28
Croton Jewish Center is above all a community of congregants. Its strength lies in each and every member. Each and every members is a valued participant both in the worship and the community. There are no wall flowers at CJC. Each is expected to find a roll that fits her or him. Aliyot are distributed to all members regardless of their level of learning or contribution.
Last Updated on Monday, 09 February 2009 06:52
CJC Lighting - Illuminating the Divine
Written by Seth Rowland
Sunday, 08 February 2009 17:21
As you wander the halls of CJC and the sanctuary, look up. You will see a profusion of whimsical lighting fixtures. Each fixture is a separate statement, whether functional or inspirational. Look at the gallery below and then see if you can spot each fixture in the building.
Last Updated on Monday, 09 February 2009 06:52
CJC Carvings - Gothic Whimsey
Written by Seth Rowland
Sunday, 08 February 2009 17:17
Little remains of the work of a famous word carver of the 1920's. Here at CJC the talents of this famous wood carver can still be seen. Look around you as you enter the sanctuary of worship. Look above the doors, above the garage and soaring in the ceiling of the great room. You will see a bit of history.
Last Updated on Monday, 09 February 2009 06:52
CJC Artwork - Blending the Divine with the Spirit
Written by Seth Rowland
Sunday, 08 February 2009 17:09
Croton Jewish Center is a home for inspirational art, the encourages the mind to soar to another plane.
Last Updated on Monday, 09 February 2009 06:52
CJC Building - A Home for Worship
Written by Seth Rowland
Sunday, 08 February 2009 17:04
The members of Croton Jewish Center worship in a historic building set high on the bluffs above the Hudson River in the river town of Croton-on-Hudson.
Last Updated on Monday, 09 February 2009 06:52
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Wine Tasting & Ice Cream
Written by Administrator
Thursday, 29 January 2009 02:56
So it was decided that we would have a Wine Tasting & Ice Cream social event at some point in 2007. The day was a success and we have the pictures to prove it!
