Gather with the Astoria community on Sunday, June 14th, at 3 PM for a joyful afternoon filled with inspiring speeches, cherished stories, and a delicious sweet spread as we honor a century of memories, milestones, and community.

Attendance is open to all. No cost is necessary to attend but we highly encourage RSVP’s and a centennial donation of $100 per guest.

You've read about our Hebrew School every week in this Flyer; now's your chance to be a part of it! Join us Tuesdays throughout the school year for kids from Kindergarten through Bar/Bat Mitzvah age.

Our program builds Hebrew skills, deepens understanding of Jewish history, holidays, and values, and grows lasting friendships, both among the kids and among the families who find each other through it! It's where holiday celebrations come alive, where kids develop their own relationship with Jewish tradition, and where they prepare for the milestones ahead.

Be part of something truly special as we celebrate the Astoria Center of Israel’s centennial milestone! This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to honor our rich history, vibrant community, and shared future.

Check out the new “100 Year” button on our website’s navigation bar to learn how you can get involved. There, you’ll find details on:

• Submitting your ACI memories and photos
• Placing a journal ad
• Participating in the upcoming 100 Year Celebration on Sunday, June 14th

We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help bring this meaningful celebration to life—whether through planning, outreach, event support, or creative contributions. Your time and energy will make a real difference in creating an unforgettable experience for all.

We’d love your ideas, talents, and energy to help make this a truly memorable occasion. Whether you have skills in marketing or public relations, a talent for organizing, or even connections to something fun like a balloon artist, there’s a place for you to contribute. If you’re interested in getting involved, please reach out—we’d be honored to have you be part of this historic moment.

Songs and & Sunset: Summer Kabbalat Shabbat with ACI

Starting July 3, 2026, please join us on Fridays at 6:30 pm ET to bring in Shabbat at Astoria Park by the War Memorial (weather permitting). Join us for a Kabbalat Shabbat service with songs and stories, and stay for a vegetarian/vegan/dairy potluck. This service is for people of all ages and backgrounds.

For more questions, please contact Rabbi Josh at [email protected].

Summer Shabbat Morning Services Schedule

Shabbat services at ACI are slightly different in July and August. Please note that we will be holding Open Door Shabbat services at 10 am on:

• July 11, 2026
• August 1, 2026
  

Please note that the services will take place in Astoria Park by the War Memorial (weather permitting). Please bring your own chair!

Our synagogue is a proud member of the Adamah Jewish Climate Leadership Coalition, which offers members access to interest-free loans and matching grants to fund real facility improvements — from energy efficiency and solar to waste reduction and sustainable purchasing.

To take advantage of these opportunities, we need a few motivated members to help us build a proactive plan. No prior expertise required — just enthusiasm for our community and our planet.

Interested? Reach out to Rebecca Dengrove

This week, students explored the meaning of being a Jewish hero. We discussed what makes someone a hero, whether heroes must be famous, and how Jewish values such as kindness, responsibility, courage, and helping others inspire heroic actions. Students reflected on how they can be Jewish heroes in their own lives and identified acts of kindness and leadership they could perform this week. We also learned that many modern-day heroes are ordinary people who make an extraordinary difference, including doctors, teachers, parents, volunteers, and community helpers.