Congregation B'nai Israel of Boca Raton

Parents of NCECE & SLJ students, you're invited to kick off the new school year with an evening just for you!

Enjoy appetizers, an open bar, entertainment, and a special live performance by Mentalist Mio while connecting with fellow CBI parents.

📅 Wednesday, September 2
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 CBI VIP Lounge

Please RSVP by August 26.

Learn more and register: https://www.cbiboca.org/2026/08/ncece-slj-parent-kickoff/

As we prepare for the High Holy Days, we honor the memory of those who continue to live on in our hearts.

Congregation B'nai Israel's Book of Remembrance provides a lasting tribute to loved ones and is used during our Yom Kippur Yizkor service, as well as shared digitally on our website.

📅 Submission deadline: **August 10, 2026**

Learn more and submit your names here: https://www.cbiboca.org/hhd/book-of-remembrance/

The journey to the High Holy Days begins with Selichot.

Join us as we gather in prayer and reflection to prepare our hearts for the Days of Awe and welcome the New Year together.

Learn more and register here: https://www.cbiboca.org/2026/08/selichot-2026/ ‎

Get to know them through these profiles. You may be crossing their paths as they make their way through South Florida’s vibrant Jewish world.

Each month, Congregation B'nai Israel's Social Action Committee focuses on new ways to support our neighbors and strengthen our community. This August, CBI is collecting essential hurricane supplies. Please help us gather donations to help our neighbors weather the storm and face emergencies with confidence.

Learn more here: https://www.cbiboca.org/2026/08/august-social-action-at-cbi/ ‎

☕ Coffee & Conversation

NCECE parents, we'd love to see you after morning drop-off!

Take a break, grab an iced coffee and a light bite, and enjoy a relaxed morning getting to know fellow NCECE families, CBI clergy, senior staff, and members of our Parent Organization.

Whether you're new to NCECE or a familiar face, it's a wonderful opportunity to connect, ask questions, and build community.

📅 Monday, August 17
🕤 9:30 AM
📍 North Social Hall

We look forward to spending the morning with you!

As the week comes to a close, may the peace, joy, and sweetness of Shabbat fill your home and your heart.

Whether you'll be worshipping with us in person or joining us online, everything you need for this week's Shabbat—including service times, livestream links, Rabbi's video message, Torah Discussion information, prayer book resources, our Social Action collection, and more—is just a click away.

Click here to view this week's Shabbat Guide: https://www.cbiboca.org/2026/07/shabbat-greeting-july-31/

DON'T FORGET! It's almost time to raise a glass with the Women of CBI as we welcome our new Senior Associate Rabbi, Erica Rosenkranz!

Join us on Wednesday, August 5, at 5:00 p.m. at 60 Vines in Boca Center for an evening of wine, conversation, and connection as we get to know Rabbi Erica in a relaxed setting.

RSVP by July 31 to [email protected]

🎉 We made it to the finals!

Thanks to your nominations, Congregation B'nai Israel is now a finalist in the Boca Raton Observer magazine 2026 Readers' Choice Awards!

Now we need your vote.

If CBI has been a place where you've found community, friendship, learning, worship, or support, we'd be honored to have your vote.

Voting is easy:
✅ Click the link below.
✅ Scroll to the Charities section.
✅ In the menu on the left, click Religion.
✅ Select Congregation B'nai Israel ( #4) and submit your vote.

After you've voted, please share this post to help spread the word!

🗳️ Vote here: https://bocaratonobserver.com/2026-readers-choice-awards #//

Thank you for helping celebrate the CBI community! 💙

📣 Call for Panelists

Congregation B'nai Israel is launching a new educational program designed to benefit every generation of our CBI family, and we're looking for members to share their professional expertise.

On Thursday, November 5, we'll host a panel discussion focused on financial, tax, charitable, and legacy planning, helping individuals and families make informed decisions while maximizing the impact of their giving.

We're seeking CBI members with experience in:
• Financial Planning
• Estate Planning Law
• Family Foundations
• Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)

If you'd like to be considered as a panelist, we'd love to hear from you.

Learn more and express your interest: https://www.cbiboca.org/2026/07/call-for-panelists/