Josh Schwarzbaum

Jan 9, 2025 | jewishlink.news | Josh Schwarzbaum

On Jan. 1, Bergen B’Yachad hosted its second annual New Year’s Day Jewish Unity Concert, featuring the renowned band Soulfarm. The event brought 350 people together to Temple Emeth in Teaneck, representing 22 shuls across Bergen County. With the mission of strengthening community ties and bringing Jews together, the concert created a joyful and meaningful experience for attendees of all ages. Soulfarm, featuring Noah Solomon, C.

Dec 12, 2024 | jewishlink.news | Josh Schwarzbaum

Rabbi B, a renowned children’s entertainer, musician and educator, is making his way to Teaneck for a special pre-Chanukah event hosted by Bergen B’Yachad and the Jewish Center of Teaneck’s Youth Department. This event will be made even more special through a partnership with 14 schools and shuls from across Bergen County, truly embodying the spirit of unity and connection that Chanukah represents. This year’s event, scheduled for Sunday, Dec.

Dec 5, 2024 | jewishlink.news | Josh Schwarzbaum

The Jewish Center of Teaneck and Bergen B’Yachad unite hundreds across Bergen County. This past Sunday night, hundreds of Jews from across Bergen County gathered at the Jewish Center of Teaneck for the premiere screening of “Crazy Diamond: The Story of Yaron Shai.” Organized by the Jewish Center of Teaneck in partnership with Bergen B’Yachad, the event was an evening of inspiration, reflection and unity.

Nov 21, 2024 | jewishlink.news | Josh Schwarzbaum

This past Sunday night, Bergen B’Yachad organized a meaningful Carlebach yahrzeit kumzitz in under 24 hours. It all began with a call from Daniel Zucker asking if we could put something together in memory of Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach’s 30th yahrzeit. While nothing was planned, it felt like an important opportunity to bring the community together. Rabbi Carlebach was known for helping people reconnect to Judaism, Hashem and themselves, and the event was to honor his legacy.

Sep 19, 2024 | jewishlink.news | Josh Schwarzbaum

The High Holidays are a time for introspection, reflection and deep connection. The ancient melodies that have been passed down for generations help us to turn inward, reaching our souls and connecting with the source of all creation. Music, especially during this sacred period, has the power to transport us, allowing us to experience Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and the Aseret Yemei Teshuva in a more profound and personal way.