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Congregation Beit Simchat Torah (CBST) is a vibrant spiritual community and a progressive voice within Judaism.

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Pride Picnic 2026

On Saturday, June 20th, kids of all ages and their families gathered in the park […]

Family and Friends Pride Shabbat, 2026

Gili Getz at our Family and Friends Pride Shabbat

Teen Track at Ellis Island

As the culmination of a year of learning about immigration, today our Teen Track students […]

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Pride Picnic 2026

On Saturday, June 20th, kids of all ages and their families gathered in the park […]

Family and Friends Pride Shabbat, 2026

Gili Getz at our Family and Friends Pride Shabbat

Teen Track at Ellis Island

As the culmination of a year of learning about immigration, today our Teen Track students […]

Congregation Beit Simchat Torah (CBST) is a vibrant spiritual community and a progressive voice within Judaism.

The Latest

Pride Picnic 2026

Family and Friends Pride Shabbat, 2026

Teen Track at Ellis Island

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Know Your Rights: Hate Crimes & Special Victims

Jewish Drag Icons: Then and Now at the 14th Street Y

Democracy! Action Team

The Beacon

Families with Children

Join our Livestream

Pride Picnic 2026

Family and Friends Pride Shabbat, 2026

Teen Track at Ellis Island

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