October 23, 2025 -

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Welcome to Congregation B'nai Israel

Congregation B’nai Israel is the center for Conservative Judaism in the greater Toledo, Ohio area. We are an egalitarian, inclusive congregation, and embrace both Jews and those in the community at large who wish to explore and enhance their connection with God and with Jewish spirituality, learning and culture. We are committed to Jewish tradition, while also recognizing the wonderful diversity of modern life. We enthusiastically welcome interfaith couples and families as well as members of the LGBTQ+ community and those considering associating with the Jewish community.

Our dedication to the concept of lifelong learning includes both adult education and a strong youth program, providing religious services, education, and programs for people of all ages.

CBI In-Person Attendance Policy

CBI welcomes back all synagogue members.

We ask that if you are feeling unwell or are exhibiting symptoms of the flu, Covid-19, or other illnesses, that you either avoid in-person services or wear a mask to protect others.

Those who prefer not to attend in person are invited to watch our Live Stream or Zoom services.

For security purposes, we ask that all guests to call the office at 419.517.8400 before attending.

CBI Live Stream & Zoom Services

OPTION 1: CLICK HERE TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE CBI LIVE STREAM​

Option 2: On your Computer, Tablet or Cell Phone:

At the top of the home page, click on the “Live Stream” tab. When the page opens, you will be connected to the live stream service.

Option 3: On your Smart TV:

Open the YouTube app and search for “Congregation B’nai Israel – Sylvania, Ohio”.
Be sure to click on the listing that says “Sylvania, Ohio”. Please “subscribe” to the CBI channel so that you can easily locate our live stream services in the future.

A Zoom link and passcode will be emailed to CBI members before the service date and time.

If you did not receive the information or are from another congregation and would like to participate, please contact the office during business hours at 419.517.8400.

Daily Services Schedule

Monday & Thursday at 8:00 AM – In Person/Zoom
Monday – Thursday at 5:45 PM – Zoom
Kabbalat Shabbat, Friday at 5:45 PM – Zoom
Shabbat, Saturday at 9:30 AM – In Person/Live Stream
*Sunday at 9:30 AM – In Person/Zoom

*when Religious School is in session

*Please contact the CBI office for the link and passcode to Zoom services.

This Week's Torah Portion

Monthly Calendar of Services and Events

Click the icon above to view and download the CBI Monthly Calendar

Upcoming Events

Parashat Hashavuah: Torah Portion of the Week

Friday mornings at 11 AM – 12 PM, In-person at CBI

Join us each Friday morning to discuss and learn the weekly Torah portion with fellow CBI members and friends.

No registration or a knowledge of Torah required. Let’s all learn together!

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP

WCBI Book Club:
I Made It Out OF Clay by Beth Kander

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 10:30 AM in-person at CBI

Debbie Perlmutter will lead the discussion. It is not necessary to have read the book to join the discussion.

In this darkly funny and surprisingly sweet novel, a woman creates a golem in a desperate attempt to pretend her life is a romantic comedy rather than a disaster. Nothing’s going well for Eve: She’s single, turning forty, stressed at work and anxious about a recent series of increasingly creepy incidents. Most devastatingly, her beloved father died last year, and her family still won’t acknowledge their sorrow. With her younger sister’s wedding rapidly approaching, Eve is on the verge of panic. She can’t bear to attend the event alone. That’s when she recalls a strange story her Yiddish grandmother once told her, about a protector forged of desperation… and Eve, to her own shock, manages to create a golem. At first everything seems great. The golem is indeed protective—and also attractive. But when they head out to a rural summer camp for the family wedding, Eve’s lighthearted rom-com fantasy swiftly mudslides into something much darker.

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE WOMEN OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP.

RSVP to Jan Kasle at wcbi@cbitoledo.org by Sunday, October 26, 2025.

Volunteer to Help Hungry Children in Toledo

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Cherry Street Mission Building, 1501 Monroe Street

We are in need of 8-12 volunteers.

The volunteers will be putting together packages of food for children that live in the Toledo area.

RSVP to Kim Brody at programming@cbitoledo.org or call the office at 419-517-8400.

CBI Trivia Night!

Saturday Evening, November 8, 2025 6:30 PM in-person at CBI

Join us for a fun evening of Trivia with fellow CBI members and friends. Pick your Team – then the Challenge begins….AWARDS for the TOP TEAMs and the TOP Individual TRIVIA KNOWLEDGE GURUs!

A light dinner will be provided.

Cost is $15 per person.

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP.

RSVP to Kim Brody at programming@cbitoledo.org or call the office at 419-517-8400 by Sunday, November 7th.

Nosh & Knowledge - CBI Adult Education Series
The Image of God with speaker, Dale Levy

Sunday, November 9, 2025 10:30 AM in-person at CBI

Join us for the Annual Adult Ed Interactive Torah discussion with Dale Levy. This year’s topic is The Image of God.

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP.

RSVP to Dale Levy at adulted@cbitoledo.org or call the office at 419-517-8400 by Sunday, November 7th.

Kabbalat Shabbat Service & Dairy Dinner

Friday, November 14, 2025 6:00 PM in-person at CBI

Join us as we usher in Shabbat with Ma-ariv services in the sanctuary, candle lighting, the singing of festive z’mirot, and a delicious dairy dinner.

CBI members: No Charge     Non-members: $15 per person

Voluntary donations from CBI members would be appreciated.
Please let us know when you RSVP.

OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP

RSVP to Kim Brody at programming@cbitoledo.org or call the office at 419-517-8400 by Friday, November 7th.

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SAVE THE DATE:
WCBI Rosh Chodesh Kislev
Our 25th Rosh Chodesh Program

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 11:00 AM in-person at Peace, Love & Pottery 6750 Sylvania Avenue

Join us for a festive Hannukah lunch and then create your very own Hannukah keepsake.

Lunch will be provided. 

A registration fee of $15 in cash or check (made payable to “Women of CBI”) will be collected at the door when you arrive.

The Tikkun Olam for this program is a monetary donation to Swaddlers, a local program that provides clothing and other basic essentials for infants and children.

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE WOMEN OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS

RSVP to Miriam Beckerman at wcbi@cbitoledo.org by Thursday, December 4th.

Visit the CBI Gift Shop for all your Judaica needs​

Shabbat Candles • Candlesticks • Kiddush cups • Challah Covers • Challah Knives & Boards •  Havdallah Sets • Holiday Items • Shofars • Menorahs • Jewelry Assortment • Mezuzzot & Scrolls • Tallits (Prayer Shawls) • Women's & Men's Kippot • Tzedakah Boxes • Jewish Books • Kid's Holiday Items • Jewish Books and much, much more!

To make an appointment, please contact the office at 419-517-8400.

Click the icon above to go to the Gift Shop web page.

Click the link below to learn about Jewish Community Programs & Events

Click the link below to learn about Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs Programs & Events

Useful Links

Congregation B'nai Israel welcomes Interfaith families, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and all who seek a meaningful Jewish experience.

Directions

From the North:

Take US 23 to Sylvania Exit, turn left on Monroe St. to Harroun Rd. Take Harroun Rd. to Holland-Sylvania Ave., turn left at light. Take Holland-Sylvania Ave. to Sylvania Ave., turn right at light. Follow Sylvania Ave. about 1/2 mile to entrance to JCC/YMCA drive, turn left, then follow signs.

From the South:

Take US 23 to the Central Ave. Exit, turn left on Central Ave. Take Central Ave. to McCord Rd. (second light), turn right. Take McCord Rd. to Sylvania Ave. (about one mile), turn right, go about 1/4 mile to next light, turn right into JCC/YMCA drive, follow signs.

From the East:

Take I-475 West to Talmadge Rd. Exit, turn right on Talmadge Rd. Go to next light at Sylvania Ave. and turn left on Sylvania. Go about 2 and 1/2 miles on Sylvania Ave. to red light at entrance to JCC/YMCA drive, turn left, then follow signs.

Congregation B'nai Israel
6525 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania, Ohio 43560
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