I discovered Adath Israel a little more than 3 years. Coincidentally, the Friday night we attended…read morethe congregation was celebrating moving into their new building. The place was jammed. Everyone was happy. The new building is spacious, modern, yet cozy. The congregants were very welcomming. The Rabbi (on the young side with 3 young children) seemed very affable and had a great singing voice. (I latter learned he had been a Cantor.) The service was relaxed and surprisingly engageing. (At least it surprised me.) We were searching for a synaguge mainly for our 2 boys then 6 and 8. To be continued - My son now 11 is requesting the computer to play his games.

They are under construction of their new synagogue and mikvah. Keep an eye on them and follow their…read moreprogress.

First Chabad I've been to where the secular Jews out number the Orthodox Jews. Rabbi Yacov…read moreBornstein's family balances this difference very well and teaches all levels from reform to orthodox who are opened minded to follow the way of their ancestors. Even if you're not ready to jump full force into the orthodox lifestyle the mostly secular membership helps each other with both religious and non religious support. Best place for local referrals to doctors dentist and work together on bringing kosher food into the area from Monsey or Brooklyn. If your interested in learning about an orthodox service without being overwhelmed by mostly Hebrew speakers come here and the congregation will help you until your ready ask the rabbi. The congregation loves to keep up to date on how the New York Yankees Baseball team are doing at kiddish after Shabbot services. We agree to disagree on politics, but as we say put two Jewish people in a room you come out with three opinions.

Largest synagogue in Hudson River Valley region (about 425 families.) Full service temple including…read moredaily minyans, Shabbat and holiday services, life cycle events, and an award winning religious school. Affiliated with United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism.

From the owner: Temple Beth El is a vibrant and egalitarian Conservative Jewish congregation serving the Jewish…read morepeople of Dutchess County and the Mid Hudson Valley

Congregation Agudas achim was founded at the end of the Civil War. The congregation has had three…read moremain buildings over it's lifespan. The second building was in the Rondout district of Kingston and about 1971 the prison building in uptown Kingston on Lucas Avenue opened. The congregation was founded by Ashkenazi Jews from Amdur in present-day Russia. We are still an Orthodox congregation with Chabad Lubavitch affiliation and leadership.

This is the first synagogue I've belonged to since I was a child where I really felt at home. The…read moreemphasis on music is what drew me in, but their commitment to social action and the friendly, welcoming atmosphere has kept me and my family there. This is a truly inclusive congregation including LGBT families, interfaith families, singles, seniors, etc. Check out their occasional Rock Shabbat services for a fun evening!

Friendly, warm, inclusive, musical, spiritual, homey - as good as it gets. You'll be glad you went.read more

This is a wonderful place. I've only attended one event here. But I plan on attending many more…read more The people are so friendly. Anna Langford, the temple administrator is so warm and helpful. And the Rabbi Jonathan is welcoming. And a talented singer and guitar player.

A warm and welcoming community that meets monthly for Shabbat services in member's homes and…read moresponsors cultural and social events in person and on Zoom. An open and welcoming group of adults with a terrific Rabbi who makes all things interesting and appealing.

Welcoming!!! A warm wonderful community. There is always something to be part of- folks should…read moredefinitely come by to experience our Temple

I have been a member for over 33 years, and can only say the new dynamic, enthusiastic clergy have…read morereinvigorated our congregation. Rabbi Konigsburg is a compassionate, caring individual who bends over backwards to make everyone he meets feel welcome and wanted. Cantor Bolts youth and enthusiasm is infectious and she has embraced her roll as leader of our Hebrew School. Join us.