BNJC

Community Board Games Morning
2026-03-18 10:30 - 11:30 (Europe/London) | BNJC, 29-31 New Church Road, Brighton and Hove, England, BN3 4AD, United Kingdom
Board Games with BNJC & Jewish Care
Join us for a relaxed morning of board games, conversation and community.
BNJC and Jewish Care are coming together to host a friendly midweek get-together where people can enjoy classic board games, meet others and spend a couple of hours in good company.
Whether you love a strategic challenge, a quick card game, or simply fancy a chat over a cup of tea, everyone is welcome. No experience required, just come along and join in.
This is a casual, welcoming space to connect with others in the community and enjoy a slower pace of the morning together.
Date: Every Wednesday (No session 8 April)
Time: 10:30am – 11:30pm
Location: YOFI Restaurant, BNJC

Shesh Besh (Backgammon) Night
2026-03-19 20:00 - 22:00
Join us for a relaxed evening of Shesh Besh (Backgammon) at YOFI.
Whether you’re an experienced player or completely new to the game and keen to learn, everyone is welcome to come along and join in. It’s a social evening built around good games, conversation and a friendly atmosphere.
We’ll have several boards available to play on, but you’re also welcome to bring your own if you have a favourite set.
Throughout the evening you’ll be able to enjoy food and drinks from the YOFI menu, making it the perfect midweek evening to unwind, play a few games and meet others from the community.
Thursday 19 March
8:00pm
YOFI Restaurant, BNJC

Pesach - Link & Learn
2026-04-04 16:00 - 17:30
Join us for a meaningful Link & Learn experience as we celebrate Pesach together. This is a chance to pause, connect, and explore the themes of the festival in good company. Whether you’re coming with a partner, a parent, a child, a friend, or simply bringing yourself, everyone is welcome.
Learning will take place in pairs, small groups or solo, depending on what suits you best. We’ll provide engaging source materials to spark conversation and reflection around the spirit of Pesach, freedom, memory, resilience and renewal. You’re also welcome to bring your own texts or questions to the table.
Alongside the learning, there’ll be a relaxed Pesach atmosphere with traditional flavours and space to gather, talk and reflect together.
This is a beautiful opportunity for parents and children to learn side by side, for friends and partners to share meaningful conversation, and for individuals of all ages to take a thoughtful pause before the festival begins.
We look forward to marking this special time with you as a community.

Family Matzah Ramble at Devil’s Dyke
2026-04-05 11:00 - 13:00
Join us for the Matzah Ramble, a fun and interactive Pesach adventure for families and young people, set in the beautiful surroundings of Devil’s Dyke.
Starting outside the Devil’s Dyke pub, this outdoor scavenger-style experience will take participants on a journey through clues, challenges and activities inspired by the story of the Exodus. Along the way, families will explore, solve puzzles and engage with the story of Pesach in a hands-on and memorable way.
Designed for children and young people, with plenty for adults to enjoy too, the Matzah Ramble is a great opportunity to get outside, connect with others and experience the story of freedom in a fun and engaging format.
Meeting Point: Outside the Devil’s Dyke pub
Time: 11:00am
Cost: Free

The Prince of Egypt – A Pesach Screening
2026-04-06 17:00 - 19:30
Join us at BNJC for a special Pesach screening of the beloved animated classic The Prince of Egypt.
With its powerful storytelling, unforgettable music and stunning animation, this film brings the Exodus story to life in a way that resonates across generations. Whether you’re watching for the first time or returning to a childhood favourite, it’s the perfect way to step into the spirit of Pesach together.
We’ll transform our space into a cosy cinema for the evening, with kosher-for-Pesach snacks available to enjoy while you watch.
This is a relaxed, welcoming event for all ages, families, friends and individuals alike.
Come and experience one of the most powerful Jewish stories ever told, on the big screen.

Rosh Chodesh Gatherings for Women: Monthly Socials
2026-04-17 - 2026-08-16
Rosh Chodesh, the start of a new Hebrew month, has long been a meaningful time for reflection, connection and renewal.
At BNJC, our Rosh Chodesh gatherings offer a welcoming space for women to come together each month. Sometimes creative, sometimes reflective, sometimes simply social, these evenings are a chance to pause, connect with others and mark the new month in a meaningful way.
Each session is slightly different. You might find a short reflection, a creative activity, shared discussion, or simply time to talk over a glass of wine or a cup of tea.
You are welcome to join for one gathering or come regularly throughout the year. Spaces are limited, so booking in advance is recommended.
Upcoming Gatherings
Rosh Chodesh Tammuz (Kintsugi Evening)Sunday 14 June 2026 | 7pm – 8:30pm
Join us this Rosh Chodesh Tammuz for an evening of reflection, creativity and connection.
As we enter the month in which we remember the destruction of the Temple and the brokenness of Jerusalem, we will explore the powerful theme of repairing what has been fractured and finding beauty within it.
Through the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi, the practice of mending broken pottery with gold, we will reflect on resilience, healing and the ways our cracks and experiences can become part of our beauty rather than something to hide.
Together we will create, share and connect in a warm and meaningful gathering as we welcome the new month.
Open to women. Spaces are limited, book in advance.
Rosh Chodesh AvWednesday 15 July 2026 | 8.00pm – 9.30pmOur final gathering of the summer. Come along for a gentle evening of conversation, connection and reflection as we mark the start of the new month together.

BNJC Community Volunteers Gathering
2026-04-19 10:00 - 11:30
BNJC is built by the community, for the community. This gathering is an opportunity for anyone who would like to play a more active role in shaping what happens here.
We’re inviting members of the community to come together, share ideas and explore ways to get involved. Whether you’d like to volunteer at events, help develop new initiatives, or run a workshop based on your skills or interests, this is a space to start those conversations.
There are many ways you could contribute, including:
• Volunteering at BNJC events
• Suggesting ideas for future programmes or initiatives
• Running a workshop or activity based on your skills or passions
This informal meeting is a chance to meet others who care about building a vibrant community and to explore how we can work together to make BNJC even stronger.
Everyone is welcome to come along and be part of the conversation.
Date: Sunday 19 April
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Location: BNJC
Cost: Free

Yom HaZikaron: Memorial Evening
2026-04-20 19:30 - 21:00
Join us at BNJC as we gather to mark Yom HaZikaron, Israel’s Memorial Day, on Monday 20 April, Doors open at 7pm, and the Ceremony of Remembrance will take place between 8pm – 9pm.
This immersive evening invites visitors to move through the space and encounter moments of remembrance through artwork, poetry, music and song. Together we reflect on loss, memory and responsibility, honouring those who have fallen and the lives they lived.
The evening will include Sharim Ve’Zochrim – Singing & Remembering, a moving ceremony of music and reflection held in Hebrew with English translation.
Through shared remembrance we pause, bear witness, and ensure that the memory of those we honour continues to live within our community.
You are welcome to visit the immersive exhibition after the event in our events space until Tuesday evening.

Free to attend

Yom Ha'atzmaut Celebration at BNJC
2026-04-22 17:30 - 19:30
Join us at BNJC as we come together to celebrate Yom Ha’atzmaut, Israel’s Independence Day.
This family-friendly evening will be filled with great food, music and celebration as our community gathers to mark the day together. Enjoy a BBQ with Israeli food, music and dancing, and a lively atmosphere for all ages.
There will also be activities and stalls creating a festive community fair, making it a joyful evening for families, friends and the wider community to come together and celebrate.
Whether you come for the food, the music or simply to be part of the celebration, everyone is welcome.
Wednesday 22 April / 5:30 – 7:30pm

The BNJC Pre-Loved Community Sale
2026-04-26 15:00 - 18:00
Join us for the first of what we hope will become a much-loved seasonal community event at BNJC.
This free, community-wide pre loved sale is a chance to come together, browse pre-loved treasures, and support a good cause. Expect rails and stalls filled with clothes, books, games, toys, and more, all generously donated and sold by members of the community. All proceeds from sales will go to a chosen charity.
Whether you’re looking to refresh your wardrobe, find something unique, or simply enjoy a relaxed afternoon with friends and family, everyone is welcome.
Come along to browse, donate, or simply enjoy the atmosphere and help make this a meaningful community afternoon.
Want to run a stall?
If you’re having a spring clear-out and would like to sell items, you can book a free table and rail. This is a great way to declutter while contributing to a shared charitable effort.
Stallholders are asked to:

Register for a table and rail by 10 April 2026
Ensure all items are in good condition
Price-tag items in advance
Full setup completed at least 90 minutes before the event begins

Tables are free to hire, but spaces are limited, so early booking is encouraged.
If you’d like to book a stall or find out more about hiring a table, please email sheerelle.marks@bnjc.co.uk for full details and availability.

Weekly Community Board Games Morning
2026-05-13 - 2026-12-10
Community Board Games Morning Every Wednesday, 10:30 – 11:30am | Free
Join us every Wednesday morning at YOFI for a relaxed and friendly board games session, run in partnership with Jewish Care.
Whether you are a seasoned games player or just looking for a warm and welcoming space to spend an hour, everyone is welcome. Come along, play a game and enjoy a bit of good company to start your Wednesday.
Free to attend. No booking required, just turn up.
YOFI Restaurant, BNJC

The Brighton Jewish Art Exhibition
2026-06-07 13:00 - 16:00 | BNJC, 29-31 New Church Road, Brighton and Hove, England, BN3 4AD, United Kingdom
Brighton has a remarkable community of Jewish artists, and this is their moment to shine.
The Brighton Jewish Art Exhibition is an afternoon showcase celebrating the artistic talent within our community. Walk through and explore a diverse collection of works from established local artists, different styles, different stories, different experiences, all brought together under one roof.
Whether you’re looking to buy a piece for your home, discover something new, meet the artists behind the work, or simply enjoy a relaxed afternoon surrounded by creativity, everyone is welcome.
Come and support the artists of our community.
Part of the UK’s first Jewish Culture Month.

World Cup 2026 Screening
2026-06-11 20:00 - 2026-07-19 17:00 | BNJC, 29-31 New Church Road, Brighton and Hove, England, BN3 4AD, United Kingdom
World Cup 2026 at BNJC Screening England’s opening games live, plus more matches throughout the tournament at YOFI
Join us at BNJC to watch the World Cup 2026 live on the big screen. England’s first two games will be screened in our event space on the projector, with food and drinks available throughout. Additional matches will be screened at YOFI restaurant throughout the tournament, the perfect place to catch the game with great food and good company.
England’s opening fixtures — event space screening:
Wednesday 17 June | 9:00pm | England vs Croatia
Tuesday 23 June | 9:00pm | England vs Ghana
Further World Cup matches screened throughout the tournament at YOFI.
RSVP for the event space screenings — spaces are limited.

Musical Kabbalat Shabbat with Bertie Green
2026-06-19 17:30 - 19:30 | BNJC, 29-31 New Church Road, Brighton and Hove, England, BN3 4AD, United Kingdom
Kabbalat Shabbat with Bertie Friday 19 June 2026 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | Free
Join us for an intimate and musical Kabbalat Shabbat in a warm home setting.
As the sun sets on Friday evening, we will gather together to welcome Shabbat with live music and community. Musician Bertie will lead us through a beautiful and participatory Kabbalat Shabbat, with booklets provided so everyone can join in.
This is a relaxed, informal and genuinely special way to begin Shabbat together. Spaces are strictly limited to 50.
RSVP is essential to secure your place.

Shoresh Nursery Family Open Day
2026-07-05 09:30 - 12:15
We’re opening our doors on Sunday 5 July and we’d love to meet you.
Join us for a family morning at Shoresh Nursery in Hove. Prospective and current families welcome. Explore the setting, meet the team, and see what life at Shoresh really looks like.
9:30 to 10:10am Baby Montessori session in The Nest, for children aged 0 to 2. Learn practical Montessori activities to enjoy at home with your baby.
10:15am onwards Nature scavenger hunt around the building, Tzedakah box making, and a puppet show with Vicki. Finish with pastries and coffee at YOFI while Bridget, our Head of Nursery, leads showrounds of the setting.
Ends at 12:15pm
Shoresh means roots in Hebrew. Our vision is to give every child strong roots in Jewish life, values, and learning, while equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to flourish.
At Shoresh, Jewish life is lived rather than taught. It is present in the rhythm of the week, the festivals, and the way we care for every child. We welcome families of all backgrounds.
Everything we do is rooted in our Shoresh values: Kesher (connection), Achrayut (responsibility), Hakarat Hatov (gratitude), Masoret (tradition), and Mo’adim (joy through Shabbat and festivals).
Shoresh offers full-day care for children from 9 months, with funded places available. Visit our nursery page for more information.
Sunday 5 July · 9:30am to 12:15pm · 29–31 New Church Road, Hove BN3 4AD

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The Brighton Jewish Art Exhibition
2026-10-18 12:00 - 16:00 | BNJC, 29-31 New Church Road, Brighton and Hove, England, BN3 4AD, United Kingdom
The Brighton Jewish Art Experience, Returns October 2026
Sunday 18 October 2026 | Free entry
After the incredible success of our first Brighton Jewish Art Experience, we are thrilled to bring it back.
Join us on Sunday 18 October for another afternoon celebrating the extraordinary artistic talent within our local Jewish community. Walk through and explore a diverse collection of works from local artists, different styles, different stories, different experiences, all brought together under one roof.
Whether you are looking to buy a piece for your home, discover something new, meet the artists behind the work, or simply enjoy a relaxed afternoon surrounded by creativity, everyone is welcome.
Artist Submission
Are you a local Jewish artist? We would love to have you exhibit.
Registration is free – email sheerelle.marks@bnjc.co.uk to secure your place.
