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Library | Congregation B'nai Israel
The Buns Family Library
CBI’s Buns Family Library contains about 4,000 books. These include fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, books for young adults, reference, CDs, DVD’s, and books in Hebrew. The children’s section of the library now includes a large set of PJ Library books. The library catalog is based on the Weine Classification Scheme based on the Dewey Decimal Classifications. The Weine Classification Scheme is designed for Jewish libraries. The library belongs to the Association of Jewish Libraries.
The library is now on an OPALS system (OPen-source Automated Library System) This system is used in many synagogue libraries throughout the country. This allows our library to be available to congregants at home as well as in the synagogue. The online library also includes resources such as the Jewish Virtual Library, Jewish Theology Seminary Library, Women’s Archives and National Library of Israel, and the Yiddish Book Center. Congregants can review Israeli and Jewish resources such as and National Center for Film, Ellis Island and the US Holocaust Memorial Museum and Yad Vashem. Parents and children can access the Jewish Learning Network, Jewish Kids, International Children’s Library, Jewish Kids, and PBS Kids.
Library Procedures
Please refer to the library log in, tutorials and check out instructions on this page. Books can be checked out online from the OPALS Buns Family Library site or in the library.
Any questions about the library access or check out instructions can be sent to Jill Weisberg at bellallure1@aol.com.
Check with the office on library availability as there may be a meeting in the library
Wed, April 2 2025
4 Nisan 5785
Online Minyan and service
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Upcoming Events
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Thursday ,
AprApril 3 , 2025
Thursday, Apr 3rd 9:30a to 11:00a
Talmud Unveiled: A Journey through Masechet Berachot This Fall we will be starting a new Talmud class covering Berachot (blessings) the first Tractate of the Talmud. Berachot covers a wide range of topics, including: the derivation of many of our prayers and blessings, rules relating to our prayers and the methodology of praying. The Talmud has been studied continuously for over 1500 years and today is explored daily by hundreds of thousands of Jews. The classes will be conducted in English, with no prior experience with the Talmud or knowledge of Hebrew or Aramaic necessary. Class resources will be provided. Questions and class participation are encouraged and new participants are welcome! The class will be conducted by Steve Wein, who has taught Talmud to all ages and backgrounds over the years. -
Thursday ,
AprApril 3 , 2025
Thursday, Apr 3rd 7:00p to 8:30p
Become a mini-Middle East expert in just 20 weeks, as we study the roots of the conflict between Jews and Arabs over the modern State of Israel. Analyzing newspaper articles, speeches, poems, photographs, and maps, we will re-trace history on a path from 1948-today, examining each war and attempt at peace. The material is designed to encourage discussion and debate about religion, culture, politics, economics, identity, and survival, challenging learners to appreciate the basis of the claims made by all sides. Together, we’ll leap into these complex topics, probing why a lasting peace between Israel and the Arab world has been so elusive and what developments might be next. -
Friday ,
AprApril 4 , 2025
Friday, Apr 4th 10:00a to 11:00a
https://zoom.us/j/4475099917 Study the weekly parsha in a congregant led Zoom chat. Study materials will be provided during the session. -
Friday ,
AprApril 4 , 2025
Friday, Apr 4th 12:00p to 1:00p
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Sunday ,
AprApril 6 , 2025
Sunday, Apr 6th 9:30a to 11:00a
Join us for a special Passover Experience open to the community for children and young families. We'll move through different activity stations and relive the exodus in a super fun way! Haggadot, activiity and project ideas will be available to take home. Please register so there's enough fun materials for everyone! Email Maureen@cbictpete.org with questions! -
Sunday ,
AprApril 6 , 2025
Sunday, Apr 6th 10:30a to 12:30p
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Sunday ,
AprApril 6 , 2025
Sunday, Apr 6th 12:00p to 2:00p
Students 2nd grade and up join us for lunch and a Chocolate Seder. We'll tell the sticky story and eat the traditional (chocolate) foods in a crazy way! There is a $5 charge per student, maximum $10 family charge. Please register, and you can pay at the event. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 6 , 2025
Sunday, Apr 6th 1:00p to 2:00p
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Wednesday ,
AprApril 9 , 2025
Wednesday, Apr 9th 6:45p to 8:00p
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Thursday ,
AprApril 10 , 2025
Thursday, Apr 10th 9:30a to 11:00a
Talmud Unveiled: A Journey through Masechet Berachot This Fall we will be starting a new Talmud class covering Berachot (blessings) the first Tractate of the Talmud. Berachot covers a wide range of topics, including: the derivation of many of our prayers and blessings, rules relating to our prayers and the methodology of praying. The Talmud has been studied continuously for over 1500 years and today is explored daily by hundreds of thousands of Jews. The classes will be conducted in English, with no prior experience with the Talmud or knowledge of Hebrew or Aramaic necessary. Class resources will be provided. Questions and class participation are encouraged and new participants are welcome! The class will be conducted by Steve Wein, who has taught Talmud to all ages and backgrounds over the years. -
Thursday ,
AprApril 10 , 2025
Thursday, Apr 10th 7:00p to 8:30p
Become a mini-Middle East expert in just 20 weeks, as we study the roots of the conflict between Jews and Arabs over the modern State of Israel. Analyzing newspaper articles, speeches, poems, photographs, and maps, we will re-trace history on a path from 1948-today, examining each war and attempt at peace. The material is designed to encourage discussion and debate about religion, culture, politics, economics, identity, and survival, challenging learners to appreciate the basis of the claims made by all sides. Together, we’ll leap into these complex topics, probing why a lasting peace between Israel and the Arab world has been so elusive and what developments might be next. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 13 , 2025
Sunday, Apr 13th 6:00p to 8:00p
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Monday ,
AprApril 14 , 2025
Monday, Apr 14th (All day)
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Monday ,
AprApril 14 , 2025
Monday, Apr 14th 9:00a to 12:00p
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Wednesday ,
AprApril 16 , 2025
Wednesday, Apr 16th 9:30a to 11:00a
Congregation B'nai Israel
727.381.4900 | info@cbistpete.org
300 58th Street North, St. Petersburg, Florida 33710
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