A vibrant Reform congregation on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, Stephen Wise Free Synagogue has served as a catalyst for progressive Jewish thought, committed social action in the local community and beyond, and support for Israel for more than 118 years.
Description
Join us to read about the most pressing issues facing the Jewish people today. This group meets every other month on Thursday evenings. You're welcome to bring your own dinner — we'll provide the coffee and cookies!
This meeting will also be available online. RSVP TO ATTEND ONLINE
READING LIST:
September 10: "When We See You Again" (2026) by Rachel Goldberg-Polin
November 19: "Antisemitism, an American Tradition" (2025) by Pamela Nadell
January 14: "Out of the Sky: Heroism and Rebirth in Nazi Europe" (2026) by Matti Friedman
March 11: "Palestine 1936: The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict" (2025) by Oren Kessler
May 13: "Queen Esther: A Novel" (2025) by John Irving
Date & Time
Sep 10, 2026 - May 13, 2027
Venue Details
Stephen Wise Free Synagogue
30 West 68th StreetNew York, New York 10023
