Amos: Text, Context, and Meaning with Zachary Bernstein-Rothberg

Monday, March 9th  - 7:30pm on Zoom
The prophet Amos speaks with urgency and moral clarity about justice, responsibility, and the spiritual dangers of complacency—messages that still resonate today. Over the course of five sessions, we’ll engage in a close reading of the entire book of Amos, explore his historical context, and wrestle with his challenging calls for ethical living and communal accountability. I fell in love with how Amos is very much of his own time but also resonant across history, and I hope you will enjoy hearing his call with me. This is a weekly class. Member fee $100 Non-member fee $136 Registration is required. To register click here

From Yemen to Zion in Story and Song: Join us for a blend of storytelling and music as author Naomi Kehati Bronner and vocalist Ilana Davidson share the remarkable journey from Yemen to Israel.  Sunday, March 8 at 10:30 am @ CSI-Nyack (300 N. Broadway) for readings, songs, and a complimentary copy of Bronner’s memoir On the Wings of Eagles. There will be a breakfast reception and Q and A with the author. $18 for CSI members/$25 for non-members. 

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Purim Carnival 
Sunday, March 1st 1:00pm -  3:00pm
Games. prizes crafts and snacks! Fun for the al ages! Author David Sherrin will read his book The Big Bad Wolf and the Masquerade Ball.
Rsvp to office@csinyack.org Click on the link below for the flyer.
Carnival

FREE Mystical Hebrew and Sufi devotional music:

A workshop with Yuval Ron and Sukhawat Ali Khan ~

Experience the inner working of the devotional mystical music of both the Hebrew and Sufi traditions. Learn to chant simple spiritual songs and the mystical, philosophical teachings that are carried within these devotional songs. 

No singing experience or skills are needed. It will be fun, entertaining, and inspiring! 

Grammy-Nominated Composer Yuval Ron Brings Sacred Music Journey to CSI Nyack

Award-Winning Ensemble to Perform "Ani Le Dodi | A Journey To The Beloved."

NYACK, NY – Congregation Sons of Israel (CSI) Nyack presents an extraordinary evening of mystical Hebrew music and Kabbalistic storytelling with world-renowned composer and master oud player Yuval Ron on Thursday, February 19th, 2026, from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Yuval Ron leads his acclaimed ensemble of singers, instrumentalists, and renowned whirling dervishes through sacred musical traditions of the Middle East, weaving together themes of healing and resilience through ancient wisdom and contemporary artistry in "Ani Le Dodi | A Journey To The Beloved."

About Yuval Ron

Yuval Ron is an internationally celebrated composer, educator, and peace-building artist whose work bridges cultures and traditions. A Grammy-nominated artist and recipient of the Goldie Award for World Music Album of the Year, Ron has performed at Carnegie Hall, the United Nations, and the Library of Congress. His compositions have been featured in over 50 films and television soundtracks.

The Yuval Ron Ensemble specializes in authentic performances of Jewish, Islamic, and Christian sacred music, featuring traditional Middle Eastern instruments, generations-old vocal techniques, and the mesmerizing spiritual practice of whirling dervishes. Critics have praised their performances as "mesmerizing" and "spiritually profound."

TICKET INFORMATION

Early Bird (through January 31, 2026):

• CSI Members: $30 | Non-Members: $36

Regular (starting February 1, 2026):

• CSI Members: $40 | Non-Members: $46

Purchase tickets:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yuval-ron-ensemble-tickets-1978169490196?aff=oddtdtcreator

For phone/check purchases: Contact Francine at (845) 358-3767 or office@csinyack.org

Location: Congregation Sons of Israel, Nyack

Every word “milah” has the power, but some reverberate ever more loudly because they hold a kaleidoscope of meaning. Join Judith Rose in a riveting 6-part series. You may join at any time.

Click here for the flyer.

Register with email: office@csinyack.org

Pay by check or online (select account: Adult Ed - Judith Rose)

February 2nd - 6:30pm Amos: Text, Context, and Meaning with Zachary Bernstein-Rothberg
The prophet Amos speaks with urgency and moral clarity about justice, responsibility, and the spiritual dangers of complacency—messages that still resonate today. Over the course of five sessions, we’ll engage in a close reading of the entire book of Amos, explore his historical context, and wrestle with his challenging calls for ethical living and communal accountability. I fell in love with how Amos is very much of his own time but also resonant across history, and I hope you will enjoy hearing his call with me. This is a weekly class. Registration is required. To register send an email to office@csinyack.org

Ongoing - join anytime: 
Tuesdays @ 10:00 am in the Library. Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Russo
Fridays @ 12 pm in the Library. Advanced Conversational Hebrew with Frieda Robins

Learners Minyan with Rabbi Jill Hackel
Saturday, January 31st, 9:30 am - 10:30 am - CSI Office
Does entering services feel like entering a foreign land? Is it difficult for you to find meaning in the ancient prayers?
The Learner's minyan might be for you!

• Explore the building blocks of the Shabbat morning service

• Work together to discover personal meaning in the prayers.

• COFFEE WILL BE PROVIDED

Every word “milah” has the power, but some reverberate ever more loudly because they hold a kaleidoscope of meaning. Join Judith Rose in a riveting 6-part series. You may join at any time.

Click here for the flyer.

Register with email: office@csinyack.org

Pay by check or online (select account: Adult Ed - Judith Rose)

Oy! to the World!
Wednesday, December 17th 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for Chanukah family fun!  Latkes, Sufganiyot, game and more! Please rsvp to the office at office@csinyack.org byTuesday, December 16th.  Click on the link below for more info.
Chanukah

Every word “milah” has the power, but some reverberate ever more loudly because they hold a kaleidoscope of meaning. Join Judith Rose in a riveting 6-part series. You may join at any time.

Click here for the flyer.

Register with office@csinyack.org

Pay by check or online (select account: Adult Ed - Judith Rose)