A synagogue is only as good as the people who attend. Come and bring your friends. Bring a new…read moresong, share. There is room for you here. Peekskill is a lovely area. Really.

First Chabad I've been to where the secular Jews out number the Orthodox Jews. Rabbi Yacov…read moreBornstein's family balances this difference very well and teaches all levels from reform to orthodox who are opened minded to follow the way of their ancestors. Even if you're not ready to jump full force into the orthodox lifestyle the mostly secular membership helps each other with both religious and non religious support. Best place for local referrals to doctors dentist and work together on bringing kosher food into the area from Monsey or Brooklyn. If your interested in learning about an orthodox service without being overwhelmed by mostly Hebrew speakers come here and the congregation will help you until your ready ask the rabbi. The congregation loves to keep up to date on how the New York Yankees Baseball team are doing at kiddish after Shabbot services. We agree to disagree on politics, but as we say put two Jewish people in a room you come out with three opinions.

Largest synagogue in Hudson River Valley region (about 425 families.) Full service temple including…read moredaily minyans, Shabbat and holiday services, life cycle events, and an award winning religious school. Affiliated with United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism.

From the owner: Temple Beth El is a vibrant and egalitarian Conservative Jewish congregation serving the Jewish…read morepeople of Dutchess County and the Mid Hudson Valley

My family has been a member for almost 10 years and we love Beth Haverim Shir Shalom. It is a warm…read morecongregation that is extremely welcoming to everyone. It is a reform temple, and thus services are conducted in that tradition. There is music at every service, organized by our Cantor Perper, who is inspiring and funny at the same time. My family has been lucky enough to have both our sons be prepared for their Bar Mitzvahs here and they have experienced nothing but support and encouragement. There are many cultural and social opportunities as well through this temple. People can participate as little or as much as you like but whenever I attend something, I always feel welcome. Our congregation is filled with people from different parts of NY and NJ but it is truly a "house of friends"-Beth Haverim. Come by anytime and give us a try.

Growing up my family observed holidays and traditions in our home, but we no longer belonged to a…read moretemple. I never went to Hebrew school; when I was 9 I tried to teach it to myself with a workbook. I always felt I was missing something but felt like a fish out of water whenever I attended any other temple. Then my husband and I moved to Mahwah. We initially attended Beth Haverim because it was convenient. I was insistent that our children grow up part of a congregation maybe because I simply didn't. But when we started going, the rabbi and cantor and all the other congregants never made me feel awkward or not as good because of my lack of knowledge. Instead they welcomed me and offered me ways to feel comfortable at services. Services are run in such a way that everyone in the sanctuary knows what is going on--the use of English passages, wonderful music, and story-telling make it all so accessible. My older son had his Bar Mitzvah a few years ago, and the process was intense but so rewarding. My son really grew during the process--spiritually, intellectually as well as his maturity. Cantor Perper and the rest of the staff were absolutely supportive of our family and worked to get the best out of our son. We are now in the process for our younger son as well. Beth Haverim offers so many opportunities to our congregants--no matter your age--through social programs, educational programs, cultural programs and of course through services. If you get a chance, come to one of our services, I think you will enjoy welcoming, warm atmosphere.

I attended second day Shavuoth service and Yizkor today here at Yorktown Jewish Center, in…read moreYorktown, New York. With Tallis in hand I found a comfortable seat in a comfortable, and pretty sanctuary. I am a capable participant, and I enjoy the choreography of a crisp traditional service. I also like when there is room for people to grow Jewishly. For today members of the community had prepared and chanted beautifully from the Book of Ruth. There was a nice rhythm to the service. It ended by 12pm. People sang together. How nice that the Rabbi Emeritus is a welcome member of the congregation. The current Rabbi has a beautiful singing voice and seems to be a good leader. He read Torah today. He read fast, pronouncing the words correctly...not so concerned about perfect trop...(love it). I was a guest. Most of the people did not know me. Even so, they bestowed upon me the honor of holding the Torah during Yizkor. For middle of the week, attendance was not terrible. I recommend joining the congregation if you are in the area. Yorktown Heights is beautiful, too.

I discovered Adath Israel a little more than 3 years. Coincidentally, the Friday night we attended…read morethe congregation was celebrating moving into their new building. The place was jammed. Everyone was happy. The new building is spacious, modern, yet cozy. The congregants were very welcomming. The Rabbi (on the young side with 3 young children) seemed very affable and had a great singing voice. (I latter learned he had been a Cantor.) The service was relaxed and surprisingly engageing. (At least it surprised me.) We were searching for a synaguge mainly for our 2 boys then 6 and 8. To be continued - My son now 11 is requesting the computer to play his games.

My wife and I have been members of Temple Israel of Northern Westchester, a Reform Congregation,…read morefor 16 years. Our two daughters became b'not mitzvah and confirmed here, and they stayed on through Hebrew High School. I have been especially active in Temple life, attend Torah Study weekly, have been the Brotherhood co-president, served on the Board of Trustees some time ago and again for the last three years, on the Building Committee, and I'm now a VP. Admittedly, I'm biased, but for good reason. I can't say enough how warm and welcoming this Temple community is, starting with our incredible Rabbi Jaech, Cantor Ellerin, Director of CJL (Center for Jewish Learning) Guy Felixbrodt, musical director Eddie Pleasant, teachers, Temple leadership, office and custodial staff, many, many volunteers, Youth Group, and of course, congregants. We have an amazing music program including award winning accompanist Dina Pruzhansky, several bands, adult and teen choirs. Shabbat and High Holy Days services are very moving and engaging, and the choir is amazing. There is an extremely active Brotherhood and Sisterhood, Social Justice and Adult Education committees. The Brotherhood organizes Midnight Runs during the cold months. Adult learning is vitally important, and there are many educational programs, during the day, evening and Shabbat. Our location is quite beautiful, tucked away on the top of Mt. Airy. The physical environment within the Temple building is not ostentatious, but comfortable and inviting, with a newly renovated Community Room. I strongly encourage anyone looking for comfort in Judaism to join us on a Friday night, or at any of our programs. Speak with Rabbi Jaech- she is uniquely able to connect to young children, teens, and adults of all ages, she is a great and compassionate leader, and a wonderful teacher. Find out more at www.tinw.org or call the Temple office 914-271-4705.

A very special place. Providing an environment that is nurturing as well as one that is excellent…read morefor learning with a flexible schedule that really helps parents with busy schedules and multiple kids. The teachers know and care for each child individually and enrichment programs ensure that the children are exposed to a variety of experiences from nature to culture, art, music and lots of PLAY. An emphasis on socialization gives kids the tools they need to interact with other children effectively. I would highly recommend this program.

They are under construction of their new synagogue and mikvah. Keep an eye on them and follow their…read moreprogress.

It's beautiful, welcoming, has great energy, and has such a wonderful, caring community. A lot of…read moremensches!

Amazing experience. We have other options but we go the extra mile (literally) because TBC feels…read moreso much warmer and welcoming than other congregations we checked out. The staff and clergy have successfully made the leap to virtual services and Hebrew/Sunday School. It is working really well. Soon we will all return to our beautiful building and interact in person.