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Welcome to Ramath Orah

Welcome to Congregation Ramath Orah, a vibrant Modern Orthodox synagogue in Manhattan's Upper West Side. Our historic building, located several blocks from Columbia University, is home to a diverse and inclusive community, spirited prayer, engaging guest speakers, insightful study groups, and lively social gatherings. We are always excited to welcome newcomers and to answer questions or help in any way to enhance your experience with us. We look forward to seeing you soon. 

CRO Schedule April 18-April 24

Friday 4/18 - Pesach Day 6
5th Day of the Omer
7:00 a.m. Shacharit 
7:00 p.m. Mincha / Maariv
Shiur: Rabbi Yoni Zolty
7:22 p.m. Candle Lighting

Saturday 4/19 - Pesach Day 7
6th Day of the Omer

9:00 a.m. Shacharit
9:15 a.m. Early babysitting
10:15 a.m. Children's programs:
     Jr. Cong - Office
     Parsha Club - Library
     Ages 0-5 - Tots room
Derasha: Rabbanit Mindy Schwartz Zolty
7:20 p.m. Mincha
Shiur: Rabbanit Mindy Schwartz Zolty
8:15 p.m. Maariv
8:23 p.m. Earliest Candle Lighting 

Sunday 4/20 - Pesach Day 8
7th Day of the Omer

9:00 a.m. Shacharit
9:15 a.m. Early babysitting
10:15 a.m. Children's programs:
     Jr. Cong - Office
     Parsha Club - Library
     Ages 0-5 - Tots room
10:35 a.m. Yizkor
Derasha: Rabbi Yoni Zolty
7:20 p.m. Mincha
Shiur: Rabbi Yoni Zolty: 'Kosher for You, Not for Me: Halacha in Diverse Communities'
8:20 p.m. Maariv
8:24 p.m. Havdalah

Monday 4/21 
8th Day of the Omer

7:00 a.m. Shacharit
8:30 p.m. Daf Yomi Discussion Group
     led by Rabbi Bodner on Zoom

Tuesday 4/22 
9th Day of the Omer

7:00 a.m. Shacharit

Wednesday 4/22
10th Day of the Omer

7:00 a.m. Shacharit

Thursday 4/23 - Yom Hashoah
11th Day of the Omer

7:00 a.m. Shacharit

Online Events

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Get Involved

White Sail Donation Page

This May, CRO will host 15 wounded Israeli soldiers—young adults on a powerful journey of healing through the White Sail Leadership Program. Let’s come together to show them they’re not alone. Your support helps create a week of comfort, connection, and hope.

 

 Pre Order CRO Cookbook

After much love, time, and care, we’re thrilled to announce that the CRO Community Cookbook is almost ready! This special collection is filled with cherished recipes from members of our community—blending tradition, creativity, and a whole lot of heart that we hope will enhance your future Shabbats, Chagim, and Simchas.
 

Upcoming Events

All Events
  • Saturday ,
    MayMay  10 , 2025
    FLiP - Family Learning Program
    Shabbat, May 10th 12:15p to 1:30p
    Join us for FLiP - Ramath Orah's Family Learning Program! Held on Saturdays after kiddush for elementary- age children and their parents. A light lunch will be served. RSVP required. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

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  • Saturday ,
    MayMay  10 , 2025
    CRO Book Club
    Shabbat, May 10th 4:00p to 5:00p
    Shalom Book Lovers! For our next book club, we'll be reading 'The Mathematician’s Shiva' by Stuart Rojstaczer. Looking forward to seeing you there!

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  • Saturday ,
    MayMay  17 , 2025
    Women's Tefillah
    Shabbat, May 17th 9:45a to 11:00a
    Join us for Women's Tefillah in the CRO Social Hall! The Women's Tefillah will take place following Shacharit, concurrent with the main shul Torah reading.

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  • Tuesday ,
    JunJune  3 , 2025
    Women's Tefillah
    Tuesday, Jun 3rd 9:45a to 11:00a
    Join us for Women's Tefillah in the CRO Social Hall! The Women's Tefillah will take place following Shacharit, concurrent with the main shul Torah reading.

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Resources 

Information is subject to change 

Upper West Side Resources
Click here for list of Upper West Side Resources

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