America turns 250 in 2026, and we’re marking the milestone with a yearlong celebration! Join us as we dive into the many facets of America’s past, present, and future and discover how Jews have helped shape—and continue to shape—our nation’s story.
Thu / Oct 2
87th Street and Online
Dr. Richard Haass, Dr. Julian Zelizer, and Rabbi Cosgrove
As the kickoff to our year of America at 250 programming, our Yom Kippur afternoon learning will look at key moments in our history and discuss our present and future. PAS Members Only for in-person attendance. The event will be livestreamed for our online community.
Tue / Dec 2
87th Street and Online
Jon Meacham and Rabbi Cosgrove
Presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jon Meacham joins Rabbi Cosgrove in dialogue for a closer look at key moments in America’s history at this milestone anniversary.
Fri–Sat / Jan 30–31
87th Street and Online
Dr. Jonathan Sarna, Professor of America Jewish History
Our Shabbaton will focus on the American Jewish experience and the unique ways Jewish life and culture have been shaped by America and vice versa.
Fri / Mar 13
87th Street
Join us for dinner with Jeffrey Rosen. Rosen, an American legal scholar, is the president and CEO of the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia.
Carole King: She Made the Earth Move with Author Jane Eisner and Rabbi Koffman
Trace King’s professional accomplishments and personal challenges and explore this pop icon’s unique contribution to American music.
Program dates and registration coming soon.
Wed / Begins Feb 5 / Online
Rabbi Savenor
George Washington wrote in 1790 that “the establishment of our new Government seemed to be the last great experiment for promoting human happiness.” At a moment when American society is divided, and antisemitism and other forms of hatred are on the rise, this great experiment seems to be on shaky ground.
Explore some significant texts in the history of American democratic thought and put them in dialogue with the Jewish sacred tradition. With so much at stake, these sources guide us on the elusive path to a more perfect union.
Registration coming soon.
Philip Roth: Stung by Life with Author Steven J. Zipperstein and Rabbi Cosgrove
Take an intimate look at one of the 20th-century’s most influential writers, exploring Roth’s American Jewishness and his place in the American literary canon.
Program dates and registration coming soon.
Carole King: She Made the Earth Move with Author Jane Eisner and Rabbi Koffman
Trace King’s professional accomplishments and personal challenges and explore this pop icon’s unique contribution to American music.
Program dates and registration coming soon.
Wed / Begins Feb 5 / Online
Rabbi Savenor
George Washington wrote in 1790 that “the establishment of our new Government seemed to be the last great experiment for promoting human happiness.” At a moment when American society is divided, and antisemitism and other forms of hatred are on the rise, this great experiment seems to be on shaky ground.
Explore some significant texts in the history of American democratic thought and put them in dialogue with the Jewish sacred tradition. With so much at stake, these sources guide us on the elusive path to a more perfect union.
Registration coming soon.
Philip Roth: Stung by Life with Author Steven J. Zipperstein and Rabbi Cosgrove
Take an intimate look at one of the 20th-century’s most influential writers, exploring Roth’s American Jewishness and his place in the American literary canon.
Program dates and registration coming soon.
Tue / Oct 28 / 6:30 pm / 87th Street
In partnership with Jewish Voters Unite, reach out to Jewish voters across New York City for an evening of text banking to ensure they have the information they need to make their voices heard in the New York City general election on Nov 4.
Sun / Sep 14, Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 7, Jan 11, Mar 1, Apr 19, May 3 / 11:00 am / 87th Street
Led by Rabbi Pink and Ariel Glueck, the seminar will include sessions by other PAS rabbis as well as guest speakers. It is designed to help students understand what it means to be a Jewish American and how to think about current events and issues in America through a Jewish lens. Particiapants will get to know other organizations that are addressing these issues and learn how volunteering may make a positive impace on our community.
Sun / Oct 5, 26, Nov 16, Dec 7, Mar 1, 8, Apr 19 / 1:30 pm / 87th Street
Join us in interviewing seniors in our community. You will learn about the interview and podcast processes, build relationships with elders, hear about theri lives as Jewish Americans, and produce a podcast episode.
Sun / Sep 14, Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 7, Jan 11, Mar 1, Apr 19, May 3 / 11:00 am / 87th Street
Led by Rabbi Pink and Ariel Glueck, the seminar will include sessions by other PAS rabbis as well as guest speakers. It is designed to help students understand what it means to be a Jewish American and how to think about current events and issues in America through a Jewish lens. Particiapants will get to know other organizations that are addressing these issues and learn how volunteering may make a positive impace on our community.
Sun / Oct 5, 26, Nov 16, Dec 7, Mar 1, 8, Apr 19 / 1:30 pm / 87th Street
Join us in interviewing seniors in our community. You will learn about the interview and podcast processes, build relationships with elders, hear about theri lives as Jewish Americans, and produce a podcast episode.
Tue / Jun 2 / 7:00 pm / 87th Street and Online
Celebrate America's miletone birthday with an evening of music, highlighting the Jewish American story through song. Featuring Cantors Azi Schwartz, Mira Davis, Music Director David Enlow, and guests.
Thu–Sun / Nov 6–9 / Alabama and Georgia
Hosted by Ariel Glueck and Rabbi Pink, we will hear from people who fought for their rights and learn about advocacy through a Jewish lens.
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Mon–Wed / Feb 9–11
Learn about pivotal moments in America's struggle for racial equality by exploring key sites on the civil rights trail through the South. Participants will trace this movement from the past through the contemporary issues still at play and will study the role of Jewish communities in the story.
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Sat–Sun / Mar 7–8 / Philadelphia
Explore this historic American city with us. We will visit the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History and go on a walking tour to understand the founding of America.
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Sun / Apr 26
Travel back to America's founding on this day trip to Philadelphia, where we will go on guided tours of cultural sites, including the Museum of hte American Revolution and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.
Registration coming soon.
Thu–Sun / Nov 6–9 / Alabama and Georgia
Hosted by Ariel Glueck and Rabbi Pink, we will hear from people who fought for their rights and learn about advocacy through a Jewish lens.
Register
Mon–Wed / Feb 9–11
Learn about pivotal moments in America's struggle for racial equality by exploring key sites on the civil rights trail through the South. Participants will trace this movement from the past through the contemporary issues still at play and will study the role of Jewish communities in the story.
Learn More and Register
Sat–Sun / Mar 7–8 / Philadelphia
Explore this historic American city with us. We will visit the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History and go on a walking tour to understand the founding of America.
Register
Sun / Apr 26
Travel back to America's founding on this day trip to Philadelphia, where we will go on guided tours of cultural sites, including the Museum of hte American Revolution and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.
Registration coming soon.