October 8, 2025 -

  • 419.517.8400

Welcome to Congregation B'nai Israel

Congregation B’nai Israel is the center for Conservative Judaism in the greater Toledo, Ohio area. We are an egalitarian, inclusive congregation, and embrace both Jews and those in the community at large who wish to explore and enhance their connection with God and with Jewish spirituality, learning and culture. We are committed to Jewish tradition, while also recognizing the wonderful diversity of modern life. We enthusiastically welcome interfaith couples and families as well as members of the LGBTQ+ community and those considering associating with the Jewish community.

Our dedication to the concept of lifelong learning includes both adult education and a strong youth program, providing religious services, education, and programs for people of all ages.

CBI In-Person Attendance Policy

CBI welcomes back all synagogue members.

We ask that if you are feeling unwell or are exhibiting symptoms of the flu, Covid-19, or other illnesses, that you either avoid in-person services or wear a mask to protect others.

Those who prefer not to attend in person are invited to watch our Live Stream or Zoom services.

For security purposes, we ask that all guests to call the office at 419.517.8400 before attending.

CBI Live Stream & Zoom Services

OPTION 1: CLICK HERE TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE CBI LIVE STREAM​

Option 2: On your Computer, Tablet or Cell Phone:

At the top of the home page, click on the “Live Stream” tab. When the page opens, you will be connected to the live stream service.

Option 3: On your Smart TV:

Open the YouTube app and search for “Congregation B’nai Israel – Sylvania, Ohio”.
Be sure to click on the listing that says “Sylvania, Ohio”. Please “subscribe” to the CBI channel so that you can easily locate our live stream services in the future.

A Zoom link and passcode will be emailed to CBI members before the service date and time.

If you did not receive the information or are from another congregation and would like to participate, please contact the office during business hours at 419.517.8400.

Daily Services Schedule

Monday & Thursday at 8:00 AM – In Person/Zoom
Monday – Thursday at 5:45 PM – Zoom
Kabbalat Shabbat, Friday at 5:45 PM – Zoom
Shabbat, Saturday at 9:30 AM – In Person/Live Stream
*Sunday at 9:30 AM – In Person/Zoom

*when Religious School is in session

*Please contact the CBI office for the link and passcode to Zoom services.

This Week's Torah Portion

Monthly Calendar of Services and Events

Click the icon above to view and download the CBI Monthly Calendar

Upcoming Events

Parashat Hashavuah: Torah Portion of the Week

Friday mornings at 11 AM – 12 PM, In-person at CBI

Join us each Friday morning to discuss and learn the weekly Torah portion with fellow CBI members and friends.

No registration or a knowledge of Torah required. Let’s all learn together!

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP

CBI Yom Kippur Break the Fast

Thursday, October 2, 2025 beginning at 8:00 PM, immediately following N’eilah services

Cost is $20 per person.

OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATION WITH RSVP.

RSVP required. Contact Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org by Thursday, September 25th.

Last minute cancellations or no-shows will be charged for the event if the office is not notified at least 48 hours before the event.

CBI Sukkah Hop!

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 5:45 PM at Congregant’s Sukkot

Join us as we visit the Sukkot of Judy & David Weinberg, Dale & Karen Levy, and Hope & Greg Davis.

RSVP’s required. Contact Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org by Friday, October 3rd.

CBI Sukkot Dinner

Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM at CBI

Cost is $15 per person.

We hope that you will attend this meaningful and fun Sukkot dinner outside in the CBI Sukkah, decorated by our Religious School children and Women of CBI. As we enjoy our delicious pasta meal, Rabbi Marsh will discuss the “Ushpizin”, otherwise known as the supernatural guests that visit during this festival holiday.

OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATION WITH RSVP.

RSVP’s required. Contact Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org by Monday, October 6th.

Last minute cancellations or no-shows will be charged for the event if the office is not notified at least 48 hours before the event.

CBI Simchat Torah Celebration & Dessert

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 5:45 PM at CBI

No Cost, however voluntary donations would be appreciated. Please let us know when you make your reservation.

Join us in the sanctuary and social hall where we will sing festive songs, dance with the Torah, drink a l’chaim, wave our flags, show off our craziest hats, and unroll the entire Torah scroll. Our Religious School students will also be invited to participate in hakafot.

We will also enjoy a delicious ice cream bar.

OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATION WITH RSVP.

RSVP’s required. Contact Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org by Thursday, October 9th.

Nosh & Knowledge - CBI Adult Ed Book Club:
Table for None: Lost Eateries of Toledo by Tedd A. Long and Mark Snyder, contributor

Sunday, October 19, 2025 10:30 AM in-person at CBI

The author, Tedd A. Long will join us in person at CBI to share some of the stories from the 73 Toledo eateries that are featured in his book, Table for None: Lost Eateries of Toledo. He will answer questions about Toledo’s lost kosher restaurants.

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP.

RSVP to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org by Sunday, October 17th.

WCBI Book Club:
I Made It Out OF Clay by Beth Kander

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 10:30 AM in-person at CBI

Debbie Perlmutter will lead the discussion. It is not necessary to have read the book to join the discussion.

In this darkly funny and surprisingly sweet novel, a woman creates a golem in a desperate attempt to pretend her life is a romantic comedy rather than a disaster. Nothing’s going well for Eve: She’s single, turning forty, stressed at work and anxious about a recent series of increasingly creepy incidents. Most devastatingly, her beloved father died last year, and her family still won’t acknowledge their sorrow. With her younger sister’s wedding rapidly approaching, Eve is on the verge of panic. She can’t bear to attend the event alone. That’s when she recalls a strange story her Yiddish grandmother once told her, about a protector forged of desperation… and Eve, to her own shock, manages to create a golem. At first everything seems great. The golem is indeed protective—and also attractive. But when they head out to a rural summer camp for the family wedding, Eve’s lighthearted rom-com fantasy swiftly mudslides into something much darker.

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE WOMEN OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP.

RSVP to Jan Kasle at jbkasle@gmail.com by Sunday, October 26, 2025.

Volunteer to Help Hungry Children in Toledo

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Cherry Street Mission Building, 1501 Monroe Street

We are in need of 8-12 volunteers.

The volunteers will be putting together packages of food for children that live in the Toledo area.

RSVP to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org.

Visit the CBI Gift Shop for all your Judaica needs​

Shabbat Candles • Candlesticks • Kiddush cups • Challah Covers • Challah Knives & Boards •  Havdallah Sets • Holiday Items • Shofars • Menorahs • Jewelry Assortment • Mezuzzot & Scrolls • Tallits (Prayer Shawls) • Women's & Men's Kippot • Tzedakah Boxes • Jewish Books • Kid's Holiday Items • Jewish Books and much, much more!

To make an appointment, please contact the office at 419-517-8400.

Click the icon above to go to the Gift Shop web page.

Click the link below to learn about Jewish Community Programs & Events

Click the link below to learn about Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs Programs & Events

Useful Links

Congregation B'nai Israel welcomes Interfaith families, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and all who seek a meaningful Jewish experience.

Directions

From the North:

Take US 23 to Sylvania Exit, turn left on Monroe St. to Harroun Rd. Take Harroun Rd. to Holland-Sylvania Ave., turn left at light. Take Holland-Sylvania Ave. to Sylvania Ave., turn right at light. Follow Sylvania Ave. about 1/2 mile to entrance to JCC/YMCA drive, turn left, then follow signs.

From the South:

Take US 23 to the Central Ave. Exit, turn left on Central Ave. Take Central Ave. to McCord Rd. (second light), turn right. Take McCord Rd. to Sylvania Ave. (about one mile), turn right, go about 1/4 mile to next light, turn right into JCC/YMCA drive, follow signs.

From the East:

Take I-475 West to Talmadge Rd. Exit, turn right on Talmadge Rd. Go to next light at Sylvania Ave. and turn left on Sylvania. Go about 2 and 1/2 miles on Sylvania Ave. to red light at entrance to JCC/YMCA drive, turn left, then follow signs.

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