Park East Synagogue

As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect with deep gratitude on the strength, unity, and devotion of the Park East Synagogue family. This was a year that asked much of Jewish institutions—and together, we met it with clarity, care, and purpose.

Park East remained a true home for prayer, learning, and gathering across generations, while standing proudly for Zionism, Jewish continuity, and the sanctity of Jewish spaces. In moments of challenge and visibility, our community responded with calm resolve and shared values.

As we look ahead, important work still lies before us. Your end-of-year contribution helps ensure that Park East continues to thrive as a center of leadership, learning, and moral clarity.

We invite you to join us in sustaining this vital mission before year’s end.
Give today. Stand with Park East: www.charidy.com/pes

With gratitude,
Rabbi Arthur Schneier & President Les Lieberman

✨ Prophetic Energy & Song ✨

Celebrate the Seventh Night of with us at Park East Synagogue!

Join Rabbi Steve Burg, Rabbi Daniel Friedman, Cantor Ari Greene, and the Barock Orchestra for an evening of music, prophecy, and meaning. We'll honor the memory of the Sydney massacre victims with a Menorah Lighting & Memorial led by Rabbi Sholom D. Feldman.

🎶 Afterward, enjoy sushi, tequila, and community as we celebrate together.

📅 Don’t miss this night of reflection, music, and celebration! shor.by/ii9t

✨ Prophetic Energy & Song ✨

Celebrate the Seventh Night of with us at Park East Synagogue!

Join Rabbi Steve Burg, Rabbi Daniel Friedman, Cantor Ari Greene, and the Barock Orchestra for an evening of music, prophecy, and meaning. We'll honor the memory of the Sydney massacre victims with a & Memorial led by Rabbi Sholom D. Feldman.

🎶 Afterward, enjoy sushi, tequila, and community as we celebrate together.

📅 Don’t miss this night of reflection, music, and celebration! shor.by/ii9t

Park East Synagogue invites you to experience the light of with us all week long! 🕎✨

Beginning Sunday, December 14, join us each night for meaningful programs led by our clergy, schools, Sisterhood, Men’s Club, and guest performers.

From children’s celebrations and musical evenings to Prophetic Energy & Song and our closing lecture, “Dinner Around the World: The Jews of Greece,” each night brings something unique to our community.

All are welcome! Donuts, latkes, dreidels, and chocolate treats will be available at our Lightings. 🍩🎁🍫

Park East Synagogue, Rabbi Arthur Schneier Park East Day School & Park East Youth Enrichment Center invite you to a heartfelt UES Community Shabbat Dinner honoring Jonathan Karten and the enduring spirit of the Maccabees.
As seating is nearly at capacity, we encourage early registration to join us for this special Shabbat tribute.
📅 Friday, December 12 • 5:30PM🔗 RSVP Today: shor.by/ZyZN

Park East Synagogue, Rabbi Arthur Schneier Park East Day School & invite you to a heartfelt UES Community Shabbat Dinner honoring Jonathan Karten and the enduring spirit of the Maccabees.
As seating is nearly at capacity, we encourage early registration to join us for this special Shabbat tribute.
📅 Friday, December 12 • 5:30PM 🔗 RSVP Today: shor.by/ZyZN

Last week, Park East Synagogue was deliberately targeted in an antisemitic protest—an attack not on a building, but on our history, our mission, and our identity as a proud center of Jewish life.

For more than six decades, Park East has stood at the forefront of combating , defending Israel, and educating the world about Jewish values and resilience. We remain a beacon of pride for Am Yisrael, a historic landmark, and a spiritual home for our community and for Jewish leaders from around the world.

Our response is firm and forward-looking:
• Strengthening our physical security to keep Park East a safe and welcoming home.
• Deepening our moral leadership through education, dialogue, and programs that strengthen understanding and support for Israel.

Today, we are asking our broader community to stand with us. We are raising $1,000,000 to secure and strengthen Park East for the future — and thanks to the Wilf Family Foundation, every dollar will be matched up to $1,000,000.

Your support sends a clear message: we refuse to be intimidated.

Give here: https://www.charidy.com/pes

Rosh Chodesh Kislev is around the corner, and we’re gathering with Rabbi Daniel Friedman to explore Jewish life through the flavors that shaped each community. This month, we’re heading to Italy for a taste of its rich Jewish history and cuisine.

JEWS & FOOD
A Monthly Rosh Chodesh Culinary Experience at Park East Synagogue
📅 Thursday, November 20 at 7 PM
💲 $25 Members | $35 Non-Members shor.by/LGAl

Looking forward to a warm evening of learning, good food, and community.

Tomorrow evening, Park East Sisterhood will host a special screening of "Centered: Joe Lieberman" — a powerful documentary about a man whose leadership and faith shaped history.

We welcome Hadassah Lieberman, who will be attending in memory of her late husband, Senator Joe Lieberman.

Light supper at 6:30 PM | Film begins promptly at 7:00 PM
🎟️ $30 for Sisterhood & Synagogue Members | $35 for Non-Members
Reserve your seat → shor.by/QsLZ

🌍✨ Join Sunday Школа At Park East for a special Israel adventure!

This Sunday at 11am, we’ll explore Israel's Geography and Culture from every angle, creating our own map and connecting each place with its unique culture. 🎨 Activities Include:

* Israeli geographic and cultural map with Zhenya
* Theatrical & dance workshop with Tanya Kot
* Art workshop on the Symbols of Israel with Morah Raisa
* And a delicious brunch!

💵 Fee: $45 per family

A hands-on, fun way for Russian-speaking Jewish families to connect with Israel—don’t miss it! RSVP here: shor.by/1TDr