Temple Bnai Israel

Temple Bnai Israel Reconstructionist synagogue in Willimantic, CT.

🥯✨ Bagel & Bible followed by an abbreviated Shabbat Service📅 Saturday, June 6Bagel and Bible topic: In honor of Pride Mo...
06/03/2026

🥯✨ Bagel & Bible followed by an abbreviated Shabbat Service
📅 Saturday, June 6

Bagel and Bible topic: In honor of Pride Month, “Six Sexes and a Little About the Social Construction of Gender Expression in Traditional Jewish Sources.”

First hour: learning some topic of Jewish interest (sometimes Bible, often not). You're encouraged to have some bagels and coffee! ☕

Followed by abbreviated Shabbat service. ✡️

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06/02/2026

🍽️✨ Family and Community Potluck: Convention Comes to Willimantic
📅 Friday, June 5

Our Reconstructionist Convention crew shares some of the fun and inspiration of the convention, from arts activities to prayer to tikkun olam and more.
As always on a first Friday, it will be an evening with something for all ages, and we'll share a vegetarian potluck dinner, and general Shabbat delight! 💙

05/31/2026

♟️ COMING IN JUNE: Chess Club (Plus)!

Saturday, June 13

Did you know chess has long been considered a meaningful way to sharpen the mind and build community? At Temple Bnai Israel, we’re bringing that spirit to life with Chess Club (Plus)!

Whether you’re an experienced player, just learning, or interested in bringing another favorite game to share, all are welcome. Come connect, play, laugh, and enjoy time together after services — or simply stop by for the games themselves.

Everyone is welcome. Come make a move with us!

🎟️ And the raffle winner is… 👀✨Thank you to everyone who participated and supported our community! Stay tuned for more r...
05/29/2026

🎟️ And the raffle winner is… 👀✨

Thank you to everyone who participated and supported our community! Stay tuned for more raffles in the future.

📖 Torah From the ScrollSaturday, May 30Come learn, reflect, and share in community as we explore tradition together. All...
05/28/2026

📖 Torah From the Scroll

Saturday, May 30

Come learn, reflect, and share in community as we explore tradition together. All are welcome at Temple Bnai Israel. ✡️

05/27/2026

🌎 Rally to End Fossil Fuels

Join Sierra Club Connecticut, Sunrise New Haven, the No Pipeline Expansion Northeast Coalition, and community members from across the state for a powerful rally calling for an end to fossil fuel expansion in Connecticut.

This rally marks the final stop of the Ride to End Fossil Fuels, where riders will complete a 100-mile journey across Connecticut to raise awareness about the local and regional impacts of fossil fuels. Hear from riders, organizers, and community voices as we come together for climate action and a more sustainable future.

Please park at the Mansfield Senior Center in Storrs.

🚴‍♀️ Join the movement to end fossil fuel expansion! 🌎🔥On Sunday, May 31 at 3PM in Mansfield, community members, organiz...
05/22/2026

🚴‍♀️ Join the movement to end fossil fuel expansion! 🌎🔥

On Sunday, May 31 at 3PM in Mansfield, community members, organizers, and riders from across Connecticut will gather for a rally hosted by Sierra Club Connecticut, Sunrise New Haven, and the No Pipeline Expansion Northeast Coalition.

This event marks the final stop of the 100-mile “Ride to End Fossil Fuels,” a two-day ride calling attention to the health, safety, and climate impacts of fossil fuel infrastructure across our communities. In Mansfield, the focus will be on the Enbridge gas pipeline and the ongoing concerns surrounding pipeline expansion in our region.

Come stand with advocates, riders, and neighbors working toward a cleaner, safer future. Spread the word, bring a friend, and be part of the change. 🌱💚

🌼 The birds are singing, flowers are blooming, and spring is finally here. Even with all the beauty around us, the world...
05/22/2026

🌼 The birds are singing, flowers are blooming, and spring is finally here. Even with all the beauty around us, the world can still feel uncertain at times. One thing that helps keep us grounded is community. 💙

At Temple Bnai Israel, we see every day how small acts can make a big difference — from planting daffodils on our lawn, to voter outreach, climate advocacy, helping local families in need, and becoming Connecticut’s first net-zero synagogue through solar and sustainability efforts.

We may be a small congregation, but we are truly mighty. Thank you to everyone who helps make this community such a caring, welcoming, and meaningful place. ✨

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383 Jackson Street
Willimantic, CT
06226

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 5pm
Tuesday 12pm - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 6:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 3pm
4pm - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 12pm

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