The donation of blood for the saving of lives is a mitzvah of Piku’ach Nefesh. To donate, just come to the synagogue’s social hall anytime between 12:00 am and 5:00 pm on Wednesday June 10. You can either drop in. Or to save wait time, schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visiting www.redcross.org

Join Rabbi Rob and Missy Gleisser for a Shavuot Tot Shabbat in the Park at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 23 at Spring Creek Park. (901 Houserville Road, State College). We will learn about Shavuot, sing songs, make friends, and enjoy the park and playground! Light refreshments will be served.  Tot Shabbat is geared toward children ages 0-5 and their families. Please RSVP to Marjorie Miller at Marjorie.Stromberg@gmail.com by May 22 so we know how much food to provide. 

On Friday May 22nd at 5:45pm, will have a Shavuot Potluck Supper followed Shabbat Shavuot Worship services at 7:00pm. The food will be dairy-heavy—e.g., blinces and cheesecake.

On Friday May 22nd at 12:00 noon, we’ll have a special Shavuot Torah Luncheon. The food will be dairy-heavy—think blinces and cheesecake—as well as the usual salad bar. The subject will be Matan Torah/The Giving of the Torah, and we’ll discuss the many expansions and interpretations of “Torah” through Jewish history.

You are cordially invited to a fundraising luncheon at the synagogue on Sunday May 17 at 11:30am. This event is organized by the Brit Shalom Jewish Support Committee and features entertainment by the Sweet Lola Musical Trio playing a mix of country, folk, blues and more. RSVP by MAY 8th to Congregation Brit Shalom/Michelle Davis admin@britshalomstatecollege.org, 814-238-4611. A suggested minimum contribution of $36 supports Congregation Brit Shalom and Israel’s Hadassah Hospital. Please pay by check to CONGREGATION BRIT SHALOM, and either mail it to the synagogue office or submit it at the door of the event.

Religious School students and their families are invited to the Ohev Sholom Cemetery in Lewistown, Pennsylvania on Sunday, May 17 for an event of history, service, and dedication led by Rabbi Ostrich and Michael Krentzman and hosted by the cemetery board of directors.  Meet at the cemetery at 10:45am and the program will begin at 11 am. To drive with others, please meet at the Congregation Brit Shalom upper parking lot at 10am. Religious school families can RSVP to Marjorie.Stromberg@gmail.com. 
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Join us at noon on Wednesday May 13 at 12:00pm for some scintillating conversation, an excellent salad bar lunch, and our continuing study of Pirke Avot. This ancient collection of proverbs is a classic of Jewish thought, and we’ll be consulting a new translation, one by Rabbi Rami Shapiro. We have plenty of copies for all attendees,

Roll up your sleeves and join us for CBS Mitzvah Day on Sunday May 3, 2026 from 9:30am to noon as we work together to care for our building. We have a variety of volunteer opportunities suited for all ages and abilities, and energy levels. Pizza lunch will be provided.‍ ‍CLICK HERE to sign up for a specific task. If you Need a ride contact Esther Siegfried (siegfriedesther44@gmail.com or 814 880-2724).

Join for the discussion of Anita Diamant's best-selling novel TheBoston Girl on Sunday April 26 at 1:00pm. The novel is a beautifully written first person account of the societal changes experienced by women in the period between 1900 - 1985. Addie recounts challenges she and her friends experienced growing up and striving for women’s empowerment,
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Join us on Saturday April 25 at 10:00am for a special Shabbat morning service to be led by our Religious School students. The service will be followed by a bagel brunch AND a birthday cake for all April and May birthdays. The service will be offered both In-Person and on Zoom.

Come to our Shabbat Eve worship service on Friday April 24 at 7:00pm. Offered both In-Person and on Zoom

Join us at noon on Wednesday April 22 for some scintillating conversation, an excellent salad bar lunch, and some Torah study. This week, we begin our new study text, Pirke Avot. This ancient collection of proverbs is a classic of Jewish thought, and we’ll be consulting a new translation, one by Rabbi Rami Shapiro. We have plenty of copies for all attendees, but, if you’d like to bring another translation, it is always interesting to compare.

You are cordially invited to a Twilight Dinner on Sunday, April 19 at 6:00 PM. This special fundraising event benefiting Centre Safe is hosted by Esther Siegfried in the Congregation Brit Shalom social hall. Guests will enjoy a four-course modern Israeli dinner. Please RSVP by April 6 to Esther Siegfried (siegfriedesther44@ gmail.com).
CLICK HERE for menu, cost and payment method.

In recognition of Yom Hashoah, Israel Holocaust observance, you are invited to a film presentation of an outstanding musical to take place in Foxdale Village on Thursday, April 16 at 7:00pm. Hidden, composed by Jenny and David Heitler-Klevans,is based on the true story of a little girl hidden during the Holocaust and the people who saved her and her family. This program is co-sponsored by Congregation Brit Shalom, OLLI (The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) at Penn State, and Foxdale Village.

Join us on Friday April 10 at 5:30pm for a Shabbat Potluck Supper—and singing and prayers. We’ll be providing a main dish and drinks. Please bring a dairy or parev side dish or salad. As a special attraction, we’ll be putting up our new Mezzuzah on the front door. 

Join us at noon on Wednesday March 25 for a delicious salad bar lunch, scintillating conversation, inquisitive minds, and some Torah study.

Join Rabbi Rob and Missy Gleisser for a special Passover Tot Shabbat at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 4 in the social hall at Congregation Brit Shalom. We will learn about Passover, sing songs, read books and make new friends! Tot Shabbat is geared towards children ages 0-5 and their families. Please RSVP to Marjorie Miller by April 1 so we know how much food to provide: Marjorie.Stromberg@gmail.com.

Join us for the Brit Shalom community seder on Wednesday April 1st at 5:30 pm to be held at the Centre Hills County Club. To view the menu, pricing and methods of payment, CLICK on the image to the left.

Join us on Wednesday March 25 at 12:00pm for a delicious salad bar lunch, scintillating conversation, inquisitive minds, and some Torah study.

Join us on March 22 at 2:00pm for a screening of “Bad Shabbos,” the last film in the 2026 Brit Shalom movie series.
CLICK HERE to see complete information about the film.

Join us on Monday March 2 at 7:00 as we observe the Mitzvah of listening to the Megillah as Purim begins. We’ll gather in the Social Hall for a round-the-table reading of the Megillah.. Both groggers and delicious refreshments will be provided.

Let’s make a little noise, eat some hamantaschen and enjoy each other’s company! Join us for a Purim party on Monday March 2 at 2pm in the Congregation Brit Shalom Social Hall. There will be lots of treats,  hot coffee and good company. Feel free to come in costume! If you would like a ride contact Esther Siegfried (814)-880-2724.

Members and our Teens of Congregation Brit Shalom are invited to participate in a joint cookie baking event with Penn State students on Weds. Feb. 25 at 6 pm at Penn State Hillel (180 S Garner St, State College, PA 16801). We will be making hamantaschen and other treats! Everything will be provided, so roll up your sleeves and be ready to bake and mingle! If you need more information or need a  ride contact Esther Siegfried (814)-880-2724 or Marjorie Miller: Marjorie.Stromberg@gmail.com to reserve a spot or your teen.

Join Rabbi Rob and Missy Gleisser on Saturday Feb 19 at 10:00am for a special Purim Tot Shabbat ! We will learn about Purim, sing songs, read books and nosh on bagels! Costumes are encouraged! Tot Shabbat is geared towards children ages 0-5 and their families. Please RSVP to Marjorie Miller by Feb. 19 so we know how much food to provide:  Marjorie.Stromberg@gmail.com. We hope you can join us for this fun celebration!

Please join us on February 20 for a special Shabbat where our new members will be highlighted by participating in the service. Dinner will be at 6PM and services at 7PM. Everyone is invited.
There will also be prospective members attending, so it will be a great opportunity to help welcome them to our congregation. Please RSVP here for dinner. A main course and drinks will be catered, but you are welcome to bring side or dessert.

7:00 PM   Shabbat Worship Service on Friday Jan 30 at 7:00 pm will feature Religious School students as service leaders. And, the Oneg Shabbat will have a birthday cake so that we can honor all winter birthdays. Offered both In-Person and on Zoom.

You’re invited to an Israeli Wine Tasting Dinner, an evening of flavor, community, and celebration on Saturday, January 24 at 5:30 pm. This event is hosted by the Congregation Brit Shalom Programming Committee along with Bruce Pincus and Jens Thorsen. The cost is $65 per person. Please RSVP by January 6 by calling our office (814) 238-4611 OR by paying online (https://www.britshalomstatecollege.org/donations-payments) and including "Wine Tasting" in the notes section.. CLICK HERE FOR MORE DINNER DETAILS.