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Rabbi Ari Blech is a graduate of Yeshiva University where he studied English and Philosophy as befits someone planning to work in the Rabbinate and not get a “real job.” At YU, Rabbi Blech studied under Rabbi Michael Rosensweig. He also picked up enough writing awards to help his parents shep a lot of nachas, which as an only son is really the very least he could do.

Rabbi Blech received his semicha from Chabad and has spent the last four years helping successfully build Bradley Beach, NJ into a year-round community. An 11th generation Rabbi, and the most eclectic example to date, Ari and his wife Alaethia (plus their adorable dog Eden, and cats, Kugel and Agape) love hosting guests, playing Rose and Thorn, learning, teaching, laughing, and–as of two weeks ago, Sunday–Stand Up Paddleboarding.

Torah Reading on Simchat Torah on October 18th

Shabbat Parashat Chayei Sarah on Nov 19th

Shabbat Parashat Bo on Jan 28th

Shabbat Parashat Emor on May 6th

Shabbat Parashat Korach on June 24th

Rosh Chodesh Tevet on Sunday Dec. 25th (also Hanukkah)

Rosh Chodesh Sivan on Sunday May 21st

WTG services often include a dvar Torah given by a member of the group. If you are interested in more information, or to play a particular role in the services, please be in touch!

Special Event on SUNDAY October 9th:
Sukkah Decorating in Siempre Verde Garden

Community Garden across the street from the shul

10am-12pm

Join us for Shabbat on the following dates:

10:30am-12pm

October 22nd
November 5th and 12th
December 3rd and 17th
January 7th and 21st
February 4th and 25th
March 4th and 18th
April 1st and 22nd
May 13th and 20th
June 3rd and 17th 

All StantonKIDS gatherings include Shabbat tefiloth (prayers), a Torah service, kiddush, a special healthy snack, and interactive, hands-on activities relating to Jewish themes and holidays.

We hope to hold family-friendly Sunday events for Purim, Sukkot, and Lag B’Omer, often celebrating them in the Siempre Verde Garden—a community garden across the street from The Stanton Street Shul. 

Our professional children’s programming is provided at no cost. We ask that community members and participants alike help support StantonKIDS by making a donation. Here’s one easy way: sponsor a program in honor of your family’s or child’s simcha. 

The Stanton Street Shul COVID PROTOCOLS
(as of April 1, 2022)

Masks optional in the main sanctuary and lower level.

Masks required in the shul gallery/balcony.

Attendees must provide proof of vaccination and are welcome to attend our weekly kiddush downstairs following shacharit services. 

Anyone who seeks extra safety precautions is welcome to sit in our gallery for services with the doors open. Stanton is a safe place whatever your COVID concerns.

Please be considerate of the health and safety of your fellow congregants.

We care deeply about the safety of our community. Our policy will be updated based on prevailing public health guidelines and conditions.