Events & Programs

Torah & Judo – Every Wednesday Evening

Join us for Torah & Judo, a unique program at the Bukharian Jewish Community Center that combines physical training with spiritual growth. This free professional judo class takes place every Wednesday evening and includes a short Torah class, designed to empower participants both physically and spiritually. The program is for high school boys only (9th–12th grades) and provides a positive, structured environment led by experienced instructors.

Schedule:
Judo & Torah Session: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location:
BJCC – Lower Level
106-16 70th Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Details:
• Free of charge
• Professional Judo instruction
• Short Torah class included
• High school boys only (9th–12th grades)

For more information, contact Rabbi David Shushan – 347-690-5701.
No RSVP required. Become spiritually and physically empowered.

Light Up Your Soul – Weekly Torah Class

Light up your soul with the Torah teachings of the holy Netivot Shalom at this inspiring weekly class held at the Bukharian Jewish Community Center. Join Rabbi Issac Ambalu every Tuesday night for a meaningful and uplifting Torah experience designed to bring depth, clarity, and spiritual illumination into your life. The class offers a warm and thoughtful atmosphere, drawing timeless wisdom that speaks to the heart and soul.

Schedule:
Tuesdays at 8:30 PM

Location:
BJCC – Second Floor
106-16 70th Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375

All are welcome to attend and grow through the light of Torah.

Monday Nights for Singles - every Monday at 8pm with Rabbi Vaknin

Join us every Monday night led by Rabbi Vaknin. Open to both men and women who are single.

  • Strengthen your emunah & bitachon
  • Gain clarity & inner peace
  • Meet new people
  • Get inspired by Torah
  • Build connections
  • Discover true self and find a perfect match
  • Step close to finding your zivug

Location: 106-16 70th Ave, 2nd Floor, Forest Hills, NY
Dinner: 7:45 PM
Shiur: 8:00 PM

No RSVP required. All are welcome.

 

Weekly Zera Shimshon Study with Rabbi Vaknin – Open to All

Join us every Thursday evening for an inspiring Zera Shimshon class led by Rabbi Vaknin. Open to both men and women, the evening begins with dinner at 7:45 PM, followed by the shiur at 8:00 PM. Strengthen your connection to Torah in a meaningful and welcoming setting.

Location: 106-16 70th Ave, 2nd Floor, Forest Hills, NY
Dinner: 7:45 PM
Shiur: 8:00 PM

No RSVP required. All are welcome.

 

Teens Lounge - Mondays & Thursdays

BCTeen is hosting a Teens Lounge event at the Bukharian Jewish Community Center. Teen boys can come for food, games, and a fun hangout. The program starts at 7:30 PM on Monday and Thursday, and there’s a Sunday program at 9:30 AM with tefila, breakfast, and a money raffle. If you plan to join, send a message. For details, contact Rabbi David at 347-690-5701 or Chani at 347-770-3584..

Location: 106-16 70th Ave, Basement, Forest Hills, NY 

Tehillim Program Every Saturday

🕊️ GATES OF TEHILLIM FOR SINGLES
📅 Every Saturday • 3:00 PM
📍 106-16 70th Avenue, Forest Hills, NY – Third Floor
👥 For Men and Women Seeking Marriage

✨ Join us for a powerful Tehillim gathering —
Dedicated to singles ready for love, clarity, and connection.
📖 We’ll complete the entire Book of Tehillim — a segulah for finding your zivug.

🙏 Pray for:
💍 Your perfect match
💫 Health & Healing
💼 Success
🌠 Your deepest dreams

Shabbat Learning Program every Saturday

Tap into the power of Torah learning on Shabbat — where one hour of study is said to equal 1,000 hours during the week. Join us every Shabbat afternoon for a meaningful learning experience in a warm and welcoming environment at BJCC. Choose the class you want.

Schedule:

  •  2:45PM – Meam Loez Class
  • 3PM – Kabbalah
  • 3:15 PM – Gates of Trust
  • Followed by: Minha, Seuda Shlishit, and Aravit


Location:

BJCC – 106-16 70th Ave, 3rd Floor
Forest Hills, NY 11375

Everyone is welcome. Learn, connect, and elevate your Shabbat with us.

Couples Class every Wednesday

Couples Class with Rabbi Vaknin

Strengthen your relationship and grow together spiritually with Rabbi Vaknin’s weekly Couples Class. Join a warm and welcoming group every Wednesday night in Forest Hills for an uplifting evening of learning, inspiration, and connection. Whether you’re newly married or together for years, this class offers timeless Torah wisdom on building stronger, more meaningful relationships.

Location:
106-16 70th Ave, 2nd Floor
Forest Hills, NY

No RSVP needed — just come as you are and bring your spouse.

Chavruta Program
Every Tuesday

Join us every Tuesday night for an inspiring evening of Torah learning, connection, and community at the BJCC. The Chavruta Program is built around the powerful teaching from Pirkei Avot 1:6 — “Make for yourself a teacher and acquire for yourself a friend.”

Whether you’re looking to grow in your learning, meet new people, or strengthen your connection to Torah, this program offers a meaningful way to spend your Tuesday nights.