Upcoming Events

Friday, August 7, 2026

Aug7
Service

Shacharit with Breakfast

🕐 7:30 am – 8:30 am

📍 Bernstein Chapel · Also streaming online

The CSZ Lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging morning minyan in the Lee and Gerson Bernstein…

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Aug7
Service

Shabbat on Bell Road: Summer BBQ!

🕐 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm

📍 Congregation Shaarey Zedek

Let’s celebrate the joys of Shabbat and summer outside on our William Saulson Pavilion. This will be our last summer…

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Aug7
Service

T.G.I.S. (Thank God It's Shabbat) Musical Kabbalat Shabbat Service

🕐 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm

📍 Tent - William Saulson Pavilion · Also streaming online

T.G.I.S. (Thank God It’s Shabbat) is a beautiful, musical welcome to Shabbat, touching hearts and souls, featuring Hazzan David Propis…

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Aug7
Service

Candle Lighting

🕐 8:28 pm – 8:43 pm

How to Light Shabbat CandlesBefore sunset on Friday evening, light two Shabbat candles, cover your eyes, and say the blessing.…

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Saturday, August 8, 2026

Aug8
Service

Timely Torah

🕐 9:00 am – 9:45 am

📍 Hermelin Hall

Before the Shabbat morning service begins, join Rabbi Aaron Starr in Hermelin Hall for coffee and a relaxed in-person discussion based…

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Aug8
Service

Shabbat Morning

🕐 9:30 am – 11:30 am

📍 Main Sanctuary · Also streaming online

The CSZ Clergy, lay leaders and Gabbaim welcome you to an engaging morning service for Shabbat in-person in the main…

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Aug8
Service

Shabbat Lunch

🕐 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

📍 Orley Hall

Following services, join your Shaarey Zedek family for Shabbat Lunch and an opportunity to schmooze with friends. So we may…

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Aug8
Service

Shabbat Minchah

🕐 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm

📍 Bernstein Chapel · Also streaming online

Shabbat Minchah with Torah reading and Aliyot will happen in the Bernstein Chapel immediately following Shabbat Lunch.You may also join…

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Aug8
Service

Shabbat Ends

🕐 9:31 pm – 9:32 pm

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Aug8
Service

Havdalah Service (Online Only)

🕐 9:41 pm – 10:11 pm

📍 Virtual Event

Help Hazzan David Propis and those saying Kaddish to make a minyan as we say goodbye to Shabbat, and welcome in…

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Curriculum

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. 

Staff

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.

Family Programs

Throughout the year, we invite families to celebrate with us! Parents, grandparents, and siblings are welcome to join us for special Religious School mornings filled with music, food, and community celebration as we observe holidays such as Sukkot, Tu B’Shevat, and Passover as a school community. Families and students are also encouraged to attend our weekly Shabbat services, where we offer youth activities for children of all ages. Participating in Shabbat helps our students connect their learning and apply it in a congregational setting, fostering a deeper connection to our synagogue community.