Fall 2026 Semester Catalog

SEMESTER CATALOG

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2026

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@JewishBU

THE ROHR CHABAD CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDENT LIFE AT BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY

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DIRECTORS Rabbi Aaron and Rivkah Slonim

aslonim@JewishBU.com rslonim@JewishBU.com

EDUCATION AND RITUAL Rabbi Zalman and Rochel Chein

zchein@JewishBU.com rchein@JewishBU.com

DOWNTOWN AND DEVELOPMENT Rabbi Levi and Hadasa Slonim

lslonim@JewishBU.com hslonim@JewishBU.com

PROGRAMMING AND ENGAGEMENT Rabbi Yisroel and Golda Ohana

yohana@JewishBU.com gohana@JewishBU.com

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mrs. Ruth Shea

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rshea@Jewishbu.com

Welcome

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elcome to Fall ‘26 at BU! We are excited to welcome the new class

and see our old friends again. We missed you!

Every year is different and holds unique energy. We can’t wait to see it unfold, and we remind you that Chabad is all about YOU. As you peruse this guide, we trust you will find programs that jump out at you and get you excited to join with your friends! If there is anything you want to add to the mix, please step forward with your ideas, and we’ll help you make it happen!

These days, more than ever, our community is a source of strength and direction. We look forward to sharing (only) joyous times together and embracing each of you in the signature warmth of our community.

If you are not already in our user-friendly texting system, get in on it now! Text “Shalom” to 607-7970015 so we can keep you in the loop.

The staff at Chabad is here to help with whatever you may need; and we do mean any need at all.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out! We’re looking forward to enjoying a stellar semester with you all!

THE ROHR CHABAD CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDENT LIFE AT BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY

@JewishBU @ChabadBU

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THE ROHR CHABAD CENTER F O R J E W I S H S T U D E N T L I F E AT B U

420 MURRAY HILL RD., VESTAL, NY 13850 I 607.797.0015 I WWW.JEWISHBU.COM

Executive Board PRESIDENT - Lea Diamond

VICE PRESIDENT - Maya Jurkevich MAJOR PROGRAMS COORDINATOR - Aviva Soclof PHILANTHROPY CHAIR - Orah Meisels SOCIAL CHAIR - Sasha Chalyvaski PR CHAIR - Renee Gershuni EDUCATION CHAIR - Lila Hoff TREASURER - Daniel Shiner GREEK LIAISON - Jordyn Rosenberg SECRETARY - Nethaniel Darvishzadeh

General Board

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Aaron Bazini

Rafi Josselson

Aviva Warsawsky

Ethan Bernstein

Kira Klayman

Sarah Ostrow

Leah Cherson

Olivia Lahm

Eliana Yaghoubian

Adina Coates

Francesca Margolius

Abigail Diamond

Daniella Mor

Tier One

Maya Epstein

Emma Plotsker

Alex Falik

Tahara Reinherz

Ellie Glickman

Eliora Roth

Esti Goldberg

Daniella Rothstein

Joely Gottlieb

Alana Rubensohn

Hannah Goykadosh

Matthew Salamay

Hannah Helfgott

Ezra Schwab

Talia Herbst

Maayan Shucht

Netanya Herschberg

Myla Tannenbaum

Ben Hymowitz

Noam Traeger

Led by: Huvie Hirschfield Rina Moses Committee: Ellie Glickman Ben Heimowitz Hannah Helfgott Leo Karpel Shayna Malsen Eliora Roth

Committees GIRLS NIGHT OUT Carly Alvo

Francesca Schneidman

Rose Weitzman

Eliana Epstein

Noa Ganz

Tali Zellner

Felicity Johnson

Rebecca Tarnarider

GABAIM

SHABBOS

Ethan Bernstein

KITCHEN CREW

Jack Orlavich

(information)

Yonah Rosenstock Gabait Rebecca Shapiro

SHAMASH Daniel Shiner

ERUV EXECUTIVES Avi Schwartz Yonah Rosentock

KIDDUSH MEISTERS Gavi Brodsky Elan Goldman Alex Goro Eli Knapp

Huvie Hirschfield Elisheva Isler Emily Keiser Yonah Rosenstock Alana Rubensohn Aleeza Singer

SEUDAH SHLISHIT Addie Coates Tali Kisilinsky Esther Malul Aliya Moss Tahara Reinherz

CHICKEN SOUP EXPRESS Yaffa Dimenstein

MAASIM TOVIM Hannah Mermelstein Hannah Rose

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C O N T E N T Fall

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3 Welcome

4-6 Leadership

7-10 Every day at Chabad

12-14 Shabbat at Chabad

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15-19 Holidays at Chabad

20-23 Calendar

24-31 Inspired at Chabad

32-39 Events at Chabad

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Wellness

HEALTH &

PASTORAL CARE The Chabad staff have been professionally trained in active listening and suicide prevention, and are on-call 24/7.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Chabad Shluchim for support. Contact info on page 2.

REFERRALS

Chabad can help you find a reputable mental health professional (therapist as well as a psychiatrist) as needed.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Chabad Shluchim for support. Contact info on page 2.

FITNESS CENTER

Our Chabad Center features a fully equipped gym!

You can easily prioritize your health and wellness right here at Chabad. Come exercise at your convenience.

CHICKEN SOUP EXPRESS Sick in bed? Feeling down?

Need a cozy pick-me-up?

Contact Chabad for some love, chicken soup, and TLC to warm your soul. Best homemade remedy out there. delivered right to your door!

JewishBU.com/Soup

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Chabad EVERY DAY AT

Begin your day with Davening (prayer) from the heart in a warm and comfortable environment.

DAILY SERVICES Shachris: 9:00am Sundays

7:30am

Monday through Friday

8:30am

NEW

Tuesday & Wednesday

• Enjoy a quick breakfast after services.

• Start your day with a quick Torah boost, 10-Minute Torah discussion.

Daily Minchah / Maariv services 15 minutes before sunset.

Enjoy special minyan appreciation brunches: Monday, September 7 Sunday, October 25 Sunday, December 6

THE SHALOM AND NAOMI STAIMAN

BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY ERUV The Shalom and Naomi Staiman Eruv encircles the Binghamton University campus, off-campus housing, the Marriott Residence Hotel and adjacent areas in Vestal.

An Eruv needs to be inspected weekly to make sure it is fully operational.

Sections of an Eruv can be impacted by the elements and may need to be reconstructed.

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For the weekly status of the Eruv visit: Instagram.com/ChabadBU To join the Eruv Checking Committee visit: JewishBU.com/EruvCommittee

MEZUZAH BANK AND TEFILLIN SCHOLARSHIPS Guys, Gals, need a Mezuzah for your dorm or apartment?

Guys, need a pair of Tefillin?

We can hook you up!

Contact Rabbi Ohana at yohana@JewishBU.com To get your own Mezuzah visit: www.JewishBU.com/MezuzahBank.

KASHERING YOUR KITCHEN/TEVILAT KEILIM Moved into a new apartment/house and need assistance kashering your kitchen (making it Kosher)?

Visit JewishBU.com/Kashering and JewishBU.com/KelimMikvah for more info.

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Chabad EVERY DAY AT

STUDY HALL LOOKING FOR A QUIET AND COMFORTABLE SPACE TO WORK? The Chabad Center has it all: comfortable couches, desks, Wi-Fi equipped, and coffee and cookies in endless supply.

CHABAD CAFÉ

THE METROPOLIS DELI

Serving a wide variety of pizza and fries.

-We accept Venmo -Look out for our weekly specials!

Check out the Metropolis Deli; Offering the World’s Finest Sandwiches.

Open every Tuesday evening, 6:00-7:00pm at Chabad.

The quality of a metropolitan-style deli in the deep suburbs of Binghamton.

Mondays 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Thursdays 5:30-7:15 PM Saturday Nights: Check for exact times For special orders call before 4pm: (607)-797-0015 ext. 205.

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JOIN HUNDREDS OF STUDENTS WEEKLY FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE!

SHABBAT AT C H A B A D

Friday E V E R Y

N I G H T !

SERVICES 6:30 PM* Student led spirited Kabbalat Shabbat services featuring Divrei Torah.

SHABBAT LUNCH 12:00PM SHABBAT DAY SERVICES BEGIN 9:30AM

DINNER 7:30 PM Enjoy a free full-course, homecooked dinner complete with songs, a sumptuous dessert buffet and friendship.

SEUDAH SHLISHIT 75 minutes before the end of Shabbat.

Say goodbye to Shabbat with friends, food, and songs.

RSVP is a must! Text "Shabbat" to 607-797-0015 for weekly info!

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*Starting November 6th, services will be at 6:00 PM and dinner at 7:00 PM

SURVIVING FROM TRAUMA TO TRIUMPH

BONDI A STORY OF FIRE AND FAITH

Leibel Lazaroff was just a young Rabbinical student helping out with the Chanukah Celebration on Bondi Beach when he came under fire in one of the worst terror attacks of our time.

Shabbat Sept 4-5

Join us on Friday night for a mind-altering presentation, and on Motzei Shabbat presentation, and on Motzei Shabbos for a Musical Kumsitz with Leibel.

Fifteen Jews were murdered, forty were injured.

Leibel stepped forward with courage and was gunned down. After 11 surgeries, weeks in the ICU unit between life and death, and months of intensive therapy,

he is now bringing his riveting, hair-raising story to Jewish communities around the globe.

Mark Your Calendar Welcome Shabbat

Thanksgiving Shabbat

August 21

November 20

Family Weekend

Chanukah Shabbat

September 18

December 4

Homecoming Weekend September 25

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JOIN US FOR AN ARRAY OF ONGOING PRO GRAMS FOR YOU, IN THE COMFORT OF D OWNTOWN.

SHABBAT DINNERS Join us for home cooked, warm Shabbat dinners!

Kabbalat Shabbat 7:00pm Dinner 7:30pm

8/21, 9/4, 9/18, 10/23, 10/30, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4

Page 15 Shabbats during the semester Welcome Shabbat Friday August 21 Family Weekend Friday September SHABBAT SINAI 18 TORAH Homecoming weekend N’ TSO DAY SCHOLARS Friday September 25 Dinner and Warm Discover Study. Hang Shacharit Jewish Thanksgivingyour Shabbat out with Minyan self. No prior November 20 friends. Feed Services knowledge your stomach. followed by necessary.

Chanukah Shabbaton Stir your soul.

KiddushLearn. Discuss.

December 4Explore.

LunchFarbrengen Shacharit Minyan 10:30am Kiddush & Lunch 12:45pm

Dates TBD

Sign up at: mysinai scholars.com 8 Mondays 8pm Earn up to $450

Mondays Weekly, 7-7:45pm

HOLIDAY

CELEBRATIONS Warm, Vibrant and Meaningful Holiday Celebrations

Yom Kippur Simchat Torah

Beginning Monday, Aug. 24

Beginning Monday, Sep. 14th

RSVP necessary for all events, meals and classes.

For event notifications and RSVP, text DOWNTOWN to 607-797-0015

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High Holidays AT C H A B A D

YOM IYUN

YOM KIPPUR SERVICES

Wednesday September 2, 6:30 - 8:00 PM Enjoy a student-led evening of learning about the High Holidays with an array of High Holiday treats!

Sunday, September 20 Mincha - 2:30 PM Kol Nidrei - Evening Services - 6:30 PM Candle lighting at 6:47 PM (Fast begins) Thursday, September 21 Shacharit - Morning Services 9:30 AM Yizkor Memorial Services Approx. 12:00 PM Neliah - Closing Service 6:15 PM Followed by sounding of the Shofar and light break-fast (Fast ends 7:44 PM) All Services will be held in the C4 MultiPurpose Room (Newing/Dickinson Community)

ROSH HASHANAH Friday Sept 11 - 13th If you are in Binghamton for Rosh Hashanah, we will have services and holiday meals for you. Look out in the ChaBot for RSVP info

SUKKOT HOLIDAY

MOTZEI SHABBOS SELICHOT

Saturday, September 5 Pre-Selichot Farbrengen at 11:00 PM followed by rousing Selichot at 12:45 AM

Join us in one of the largest, warmest & coolest Sukkahs All services followed by full course, homecooked, festive holiday meals in the Sukkah.

(Please dress in layers so you are warm enough to enjoy eating under the stars) RSVP necessary.

Holiday Service Schedule: Friday, September 25, 6:30 PM Saturday, September 26, 9:30 AM and 7:30 PM Sunday, September 27, 9:30 AM

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High Holidays AT C H A B A D

ROCK ‘N RIBS IN THE SUKKAH Tuesday September 29, 6:00 PM Enjoy lip-smacking ribs, full BBQ buffet dinner, music, dancing and the coolest company!

Text ROCK to RSVP

Shemini Atzeret Solidarity Hakafot SHMINI ATZERET Holiday Schedule Friday, October 2, Erev Shmini Atzeres 6:30 PM Saturday October 3, 9:30 AM Yizkor around 11 AM All services are followed by full course, homecooked, festive holiday meals.

At the Chabad Center

SIMCHAT TORAH DOWNTOWN Sunday, October 4, 12:00 PM Pastas and Mimosas Enjoy a pasta bar, mimosas, dancing with the Torah, Lechayims, Mitzvah auction, Aliyot, and more. Jewish pride & celebration in the heart of downtown! Minyan 11:00 AM, followed by Kiddush/lunch & Torah festivities

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SIMCHAT TORAH On Campus: Simchat Torah Blast

Saturday, October 3 Come on over and party like never before! Dance with the Torah, enjoy refreshments and soft drinks, experience the electric excitement. Join the parade to Chabad in an over-thetop display of Jewish pride. Enjoy the last Hakafot on Murray Hill Rd and a (Close to ) Midnight Yom Tov dinner.

Maariv 7:30 PM Kiddush and hakafot 7:45 PM Convenient on campus location - in the C4 MPR Co-Sponsored by Chabad and Hillel

SIMCHAT TORAH DAY Sunday, October 4th - 9:30 AM at the Chabad Center The party continues with services beginning at 9:30 AM, followed by Kiddush (11 AM), fresh, hot meat pizza and salad, Mitzvah auction, Hakkafot dancing with the Torah, Torah reading and so much more!

RSVP necessary Come on over and party!

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The Menorah Challenge

Menorah distribution We are bringing the light straight to you!

Look out for our Menorah Distribution pop-ups all across campus or reach out to get your free Menorah!

all g n alli pus Ca c m residents!

Wondering about the rules for lighting a menorah in the dorms?

Keep an eye out for our upcoming info on designated lighting spots!

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Share the light of Chanukah on your corner of the globe! Light the menorah, share on Instagram (tag Chabad!) and win!

House parties - Bring the Chanukah festivities to you! Reach out to a Chabad Shliach or Shlucha, and we'll get you connected!

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Semester Calendar!

CAFE M o n d a y s 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM, T h u r s d a y s 5:30 PM – 7:15 PM, Saturday nights

August

DELI Tuesdays 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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Shabbat

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Freshmen early move in C4 Brunch

Freshmen Move in C4 brunch

Freshmen Shabbaton

Freshmen Dorm Social n snacks

Freshmen Shabbaton Dinner and program 7:48 PM

Shabbat Ends: 8:49 PM

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Freshman Falafel

Freshman Ice Cream Social

Welcome Back BBQ

First Supper & Study

Pizza & Parsha

Welcome back Shabbat

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Supper & Study

Pizza & Parsha

7:37 PM

Shabbat Ends: 8:38 PM

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First Deli Dine n Divine Jew'au

Challah Bake Fall Themed

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Apple picking

Dine n Divine

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Mitzvah Hub

7:26 PM

Shabbat Ends: 8:25 PM

September Sun

Mon

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Wed

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Fri

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Deli

Supper and Study

Mitzvah Hub

High Holiday Yom Iyun

Pizza & Parsha

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GNO - Poke bowl

Dine n' Divine

Mitzvah Hub

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Rosh Hashanah

Fast of Gedaliah

Rosh Hashanah

Mitzvah Marathon

Rosh Hashanah Break 7:02 PM

8:00 PM

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Supper & Study

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Dine n' Divine

Mitzvah Hub

Supper & Study

Toy Drive Kick off

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Erev Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur Services

Deli

Supper & Study

Holiday Ends: 7:44 PM

Mitzvah Hub

Freshmen Dorm Social

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Sukkot

Sukkot

Sukkot

Sukkot

6:46 PM

Motzei Shabbos Slichos

Shabbat Ends: 8:13 PM

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Holiday Ends: 7:58 PM

Yom Kippur Services and Break-Fast

7:14 PM

Erev Rosh Hashanah

Deli

Special Mincha

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Motzei Shabbos Slichos & farbrengen

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Deli Minyan Appreciation breakfast

Shabbat

Pizza & Parsha

Family weekend Shabbat 6:50 PM

Shabbat Ends: 7:48 PM

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Erev Sukkot

Sukkot

Sukkot Night 1 + homecoming weekend 6:38 PM

7:35 PM

Rock n Ribs

Holiday Ends: 7:33 PM

October Sun

Dine n' Divine

Mitzvah Hub

Supper and Study in the Sukkah

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Shabbat

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Hoshana Rabbah Solidarity Hakafot for Israel - Shmini Atzeret 6:25 PM

7:23 PM

Sukkot

Shemini Atzeret Shabbat Lunch Simchat Torah Blast

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October Sun

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Shabbat

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Deli

Supper & Study

Mitzvah Hub

October 7 memorial event

Pizza & Parsha

Simchat Torah Simchas Torah Day Hakafot and Kiddush Holiday Ends: 7:21 PM

6:14 PM

Shabbat Ends: 7:11 PM

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Pegisha

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Deli

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Pizza & Parsha

Dine n Divine

Mitzvah Hub

Supper & Study

GNO - Spa Night

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Pegisha

BNO Dine n Divine

November

5:52 PM

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Shabbat Ends: 6:50 PM

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Themed Shabbat

Sophomore & Junior Event Minyan Appreciation breakfast

Shabbat Ends: 7:00 PM

Pizza & Parsha

Mitzvah Hub

Supper and Study

Freshmen Dorm Social

Speed dating social 5:42 PM

Shabbat Ends: 6:41 PM

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Themed Shabbat Water Pong

Senior Event Hiking Trip Ithaca + TJ

Dine n Divine

Mitzvah Hub

Supper & Study

Pizza & Parsha

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Deli Mega Challah bake

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Mitzvah Hub

Shabbat Ends: 5:34 PM

Education game night Supper & Study

Pizza & Parsha

4:26 PM

Shabbat Ends: 5:27 PM

November Sun

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Pizza & Parsha

Thanksgiving Shabbat

GNO Bedazzling art

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Dine n Divine

Mitzvah Hub

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Toy Drive Closing Event

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Deli Supper & Study

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Cinnamon Roll Bake

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Deli

Shabbat Ends: 5:23 PM

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4:16 PM

Shabbat Ends: 5:19 PM

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Dine n Divine

December Sun

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Supper & Study

Last Pizza & Parsha

Chanukah Chanukah Shabbat

I share my light begins

Menorah Distribution

Menorah Distribution

Menorah Distribution Last Deli

Mitzvah Hub

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Chanukah

Chanukah

Chanukah

Chanukah

Chanukah

Chanukah

Finals TLC open

Finals TLC

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Finals TLC close

Minyan Appreciation breakfast Menorah Parade

Public Menorah Lighting on Campus

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Chanukah

Shabbat Ends: 5:18 PM

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4:14 PM

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Finals TLC

Finals TLC

Midnight Madness Chanukah themed!

4:16 PM

Shabbat Ends: 5:21 PM

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WEEKLY CLASSES

C H ABAD

Ohana

Savoring the Flavor of Judaism Mondays, 6:30 PM

PIZZA AND PARSHA

TORAH ‘N TSO MONDAYS, 7:00 PM

THE REBBE'S SICHOS

THURSDAYS, 6:00 PM

Let the Rebbe change your world week after week.

ADVANCED TALMUD

INTRODUCTORY TALMUD

HEBREW READING CRASH COURSE

SIP, SLICE, AND SOUL 30-minute Shiur on the prayers Shabbat Mornings at 8:55

IT'S KUGEL O’CLOCK! Power Shiur on the weekly Parsha Friday afternoons at 12:30 PM

Dates and times of classes to be determined by interested participants.

To join any of these classes or for more info visit: www.JewishBU.com/Torah

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TORAH TAKEOUT Want to add Torah to your week?

The Chabad staff is ready to study with you!

Choose a topic that interests you, and a time and location that fit your schedule, and we will arrange to study what, when, with whom, and where you want! To get started, visit www.JewishBU.com/Takeout

SUPPER AND STUDY/ BEIT MIDRASH EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING DELICIOUS DINNER 6:30 PM STUDY SESSION 7:00-8:00 PM Study any aspect of Judaism, with a friend, at your own pace. Come with a friend, or we can help you find the right study partner. Or join a student-led chaburah/discussion Group.

Text Supper and Study to 607-797-0015 to RSVP

We know you want to learn more about yourself, your history, and heritage.

That’s what JewishU is all about.

Begins September 15 EXPLORE JUDAISM. EASILY. DEEPLY. REWARDINGLY Choose from our focused mini-courses on topics that interest YOU. Dig beneath the surface of our rituals and traditions and earn JewishU credits while you do.

Credits are redeemable for exciting trips, Jewish experiences, donations to charity, and cash.

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EXPLORE JUDAISM. EASILY. DEEPLY. REWARDINGLY

Hilchot Niddah Mrs. Rivkah Slonim

Junior and Senior Women Only

JewPernatural: Signs, Spirits and Superstition in Jewish Belief Mrs. Rivkah Slonim Find out what Judaism has to say about the power of dreams and the horoscope, jinx, the Evil Eye, and the paranormal.

The Torah Portion Series - Sichos of the Rebbe Rabbi Zalman Chein These classes employ Chassidic analysis and wisdom to uncover the inside story of the weekly Torah Portion, revealing the contemporary lessons learned from these fascinating biblical events and personalities.

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A class on the laws of Jewish marital intimacy for the serious female collegiate. Take this class and think about love, sex, and marriage in a whole new way! * This course includes 8 classes, 90 minutes each.

Book Smart Mrs. Rochel Chein A panoramic overview of the works that earned us the title “The People of The Book.” You will experience the different genres that shape Jewish life, including Tanach, Midrash, Talmud, Halachah, Philosophy, Kabbalah, Musar, Chasidism, and meet the influential personalities who drove thirty centuries of Jewish scholarship.

Tour the Temple Rabbi Zalman Chein For 830 years, there stood an edifice upon a Jerusalem hilltop which served as the point of contact between heaven and earth. What was the Temple all about? What were its functions and what did it actually look like? Take a tour through the Holy Temple, walk through its corridors and discover the marvels of G-d's dwelling place in our world.

Paradigm Shift Mrs. Rochel Chein Take an elevator ride to the heights of what is possible! Synchronize yourself with the mission for which you were placed on earth, and learn to recognize the inherent goodness and perfection in yourself, in others, and in every circumstance of your life. This empowering course offers a revolutionary outlook on life, culled from the wisdom of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory.

Chassidus Unlocked Rabbi Zalman Chein An in-depth text-based study of classic Chassidic Maamorim, discourses, that speak to the existential quest of man in a physical world to make space for a transcendent reality.

Great Debates In Jewish History

Captivating Classes in Rabbinic Responsa

Mrs. Rivkah Slonim A fascinating look at four pivotal debates that engulfed the Jewish people at different periods in our history. We will look at the background, motives, key events and wide-ranging legacies of these debates.

Mrs. Rivkah Slonim Listen in on the surprising, practical questions of ethics and practice Jews asked across Jewish history and the scholarly answers rabbis wrote. See what enables Jewish tradition to offer relevant guidance in a rapidly changing world.

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The Sinai Scholars Society offers a fresh and exciting context for Jewish life and learning, with thought-provoking classes, social activities, and national networking opportunities, offered to Jewish students with limited formal Judaic schooling. Sinai Scholars invites students to engage in an open community of study and selfdiscovery. The program includes eight classes, an exciting trip and Shabbaton, and a $450 stipend upon completion.

MONDAY EVENINGS, 8:00 PM beginning September 14 Chabad Downtown, 60 Henry Street OR

WEDNESDAY EVENINGS, 8:00 PM Beginning September 9 Chabad Center, 420 Murray Hill Road For more information or to join, visit:

MySinaiScholars.com

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Project Likkutei Sichos is a global initiative to study and complete the Rebbe's seminal work in 8 years. Likkutei Sichos opens your eyes to the deeper level of Torah that lies beneath the surface of the Chumash, Mishnayos, Gemara, and Halacha that you have been learning. The dazzling array of sources, the mind-expanding ideas, and the practical takeaways make this a unique opportunity.

Join Project Likkutei Sichos!

Day and time will be determined by interested participants.

If you want to join this class, contact Rivky at: Rslonim@Jewishbu.com

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EVERY TUESDAY ON THE SPINE.

Step on board our Chabad on Wheels Your go-to for all things Jewish!

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PEGISHA - SHABBAT WITH YOUR TRIBE October 23 - 25 / Crown Heights NYC Are JEW ready for an explosive weekend full of new friends and Jewish energy that will fire up your soul? Experience an unforgettable Shabbat weekend in the heart of Chabad’s world headquarters with Jewish students from all over the world.

Limited space. Contact Rabbi Ohana at yohana@ chabadofbinghamton.com for more info

TRIP TO THE REBBE’S OHEL Join a group of students on a Sunday this semester for a special visit to the Ohel, the resting place of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory, in Queens, NY, as well as a quick visit to Crown Heights in Brooklyn, NY. Interested participants contact Rabbi Ohana: yohana@jewishbu.com

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WINTER BIRTHRIGHT If you are Jewish and have never visited Israel on an educational program, you can join a ten-day, fun-filled and inspiring tour of Israel, with that special flavor you get only with Chabad.

For free! This trip is a gift of birthright Israel.

Space is limited, on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Register ASAP at: www.MayanotIsrael.com TRAVEL WITH THE BINGHAMTON CHABAD TRIP!

Winter Break Opportunities

MAKE YOUR WINTER BREAK LAST A LIFETIME!

SNORKEL & STUDY Check out Snorkel & Study for an amazing Jewish winter break, meet college women from around the world and explore Jewish thinking, while having an outrageously good time doing water sports.

Apply at www.SnorkelandStudy.org FULL scholarships available

STUDY IN JERUSALEM THIS WINTER BREAK! For more details speak to any member of the Chabad Staff.

Apply at www.Mayanot.edu

WONDERING WHICH PROGRAM IS FOR YOU? LOOKING FOR MORE INFO? CONTACT US AT INFO@JEWISHBU.COM

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EVENTS AT C H AB A D

For the Gals

Grab your besties for a Girls' Night Out! Join us for Jewish Women’s programming in honor of Rosh Chodesh that is fun, innovative and delicious. It’s the perfect way to recharge for the new month! ✨ To RSVP text GNO the ChaBot @ 607-797-0015 one week before each event.

POKE BOWL

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Tuesday September 8, 7:00 PM A grand welcome back to the ladies! 🥳 Come catch up and custom-build your own DIY Poke Bowls alongside fresh soup, salad, and the best company. See you there!

SPA NIGHT Thursday October 22, 7:00 PM Relax before the stress of the semester catches up, Renew with a massage and DIY stations, and Recharge delectable desserts and smoothies!

BEDAZZLING CLAW CLIP AND DIAMOND ART Monday November 16, 7:30 PM Join us for a sparkling Girls' Night Out at Chabad, where you can unwind and get creative with diamond art, enjoying delicious baked goods along the way!

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WOMEN'S CHOLENT AND CHILL On select Thursdays at 9:15 PM Dates: August 27, 9:30 PM Elul Vibes September 26, 9:30 PM Women's Farbrengen in the Sukkah October 22, 9:30 PM Lech Lecha; Go forward, Go to Yourself!

November 19, 9:30 PM Running towards the Light!

FRESHMEN FALAFEL Sunday, August 16, 6:00 PM @ Chabad.

Huge dinner, friends, swag & the OFFICIAL CHABAD WELCOME! Text FALAFEL to RSVP.

WELCOME MOVE IN BAGEL BRUNCH

Thursday, Aug 13, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, & Friday, Aug 14, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, C4 Dickinson Lounge.

FRESHMAN SHABBATON August 14-15 @ Chabad.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL Monday, August 17, 8:30 PM

CUPCAKE WARS

JEW’AU CRUISE

Wednesday, September 23

Sunday, August 23 Spend a day on the water with your new Jewish Bing friends!

RSVP - Jewishbu.com/Jewau

PIZZA MAKING Thursday, October 29

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GIVE ME A BAKE Challah Bake Monday, August 24 Cinnamon Roll Bake Thursday, November 19

TORAH GAME NIGHT Saturday, November 14 at 7:00 PM This exciting and highly competitive Torah game night will have you drawing on all your talents as you have a great time with friends. enjoy a delicious dinner and other treats

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APPLE PICKING Sunday, August 30 10:30 AM Chabad of Binghamton goes apple picking!

Join us in the crisp fall air, pick apples, and bond with your friends!

Limited transportation provided.

Text APPLE to RSVP.

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SPEED DATING SHABBAT SOCIAL Speed dating - October 30 Friday night after Shabbat dinner You see them every Friday, but do you actually know them? Stay right after dinner for a high-energy Speed Dating.

Meet new faces, skip the small talk, and make new connections!

HIKING TRIP ITHACA + TJ

MIDNIGHT MADNESS CHANUKAH EDITION

Sunday, November 1, 12:30 - 5:00 PM Foliage, Friends & Trader Joe's Ready for a perfect autumn escape? Join us for a breezy day trip to Ithaca, NY. We’ll hike through some of the area's most stunning fall foliage and wrap up the day with a legendary Trader Joe's run. Limited transportation provided; carpools are welcome!

Monday, December 14 You deserve a break from studying.

Come fill up with friends, food, and good ‘ole Chabad love. In the Chabad Cafe.

MAASIM TOVIM FOUNDATION WATER PONG TOURNAMENT FRIDAY NIGHT AFTER DINNER NOVEMBER 16 Big prizes, great vibes, and bragging rights.

Join us November 6, right after Shabbat dinner!

Text "PONG" a week before the event to get the official sign-up info.

Join Chabad’s newly expanded Mitzvah Corp and experience the joy of bringing cheer and assistance to others. Each week, volunteers will visit Jewish patients in area hospitals, residents in adult care facilities, and shut-ins.

Volunteers will also make special preholiday visitations.

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Hannah Mermelstein at: hmermel1@binghamton.edu

COOKING IS FUN!

FINALS TLC CHANUKAH EDITION Wednesday, December 9 - 16 2026 ALL DAY LONG Having finals overload?

Chabad’s got your back!

Stop by Chabad for some hot soup, snacks, study area with WIFI, and some good ole Chabad love!

Come on over and help cook for Shabbat and holidays, prepare salads and more for a few hundred hungry BU students (no prior kitchen experience necessary) and meet some really cool and committed people.

EVERY THURSDAY AND FRIDAY 8:00-12:00 PM Join us for a pre-Sukkot “Cook -a-thon” September 6 Please contact Rivky: Rslonim@JewishBU.com to volunteer or just show up to the Chabad Kitchen.

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For more information, please contact the THE ROHR CHABAD CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDENT LIFE (607) 797-0015

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Come home.....to Chabad Where every Jew is family

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