Who We Are

With New York City as our stage, NYConnect (a Temple Israel of the City of New York Project) creates opportunities for adults in their 20s & 30s to experience life and celebrate Judaism together. Through informal social gatherings, meaningful conversations, spiritual/ritual events, and cultural and educational programs, young professionals – whether it’s 10 or 100 people – connect with each other, with Judaism, and with opportunities for growth and engagement. New to the City or just looking to connect, join us; our community is always open. At NYConnect, you belong!

NYConnect Membership at Temple Israel

Temple Israel deeply values its younger members and is pleased to offer a special NYConnect Membership. NYConnect Membership includes:

• Annually sold-out Sukkot Tailgating and Passover Seder
• Shabbat Experiences throughout the year featuring Hadar Orshalimy & Sheldon Low
• High Holy Day Services
• Volunteer and other social justice opportunities like Rise Against Hunger and Mitzvah Day
• Be a part of HUC’s Shabbat Collective

For more information on becoming a NYConnect member click here. 

NYConnect Year-Long Happenings

Make sure to save the dates!

Shabbat Experiences
Friday, October 10 – 7:30pm – Shabbat Sukkot
Saturday, November 8 – 11:59am – Shabbat Brunch
Friday, December 12 – 7:30pm – Shabbat Hanukkah
Friday, January 9 – 7:30pm – Shabbat
Friday, February 20 – 7:30pm – Shabbat
Saturday, March 14 – 11:59am – Shabbat Brunch
Friday, May 29 – 7:30pm – Shabbat

Special Holiday Celebrations
Wednesday, October 1 – 6:45pm – Kol Nidre Pre-Fast Dinner – Register & Reserve High Holy Tickets Here
Monday, March 2 – 7pm – Purim
Wednesday, April 1 – 7pm – First Night Seder