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ALYTH ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS

Alyth Academy of Performing Arts presents: Legally Blonde
Sunday 1 May (15:00 and 19:00)
Alyth Academy of Performing Arts has been entertaining our community for nearly 30 years. After two years of no theatre during the pandemic, this year’s show, Legally Blonde the Musical, is set to be extra special. Bend and Snap your way back to Alyth to support our wonderful group of teenagers in this fun, energetic and feel good show.
Click here for tickets or buy on the door.

Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut
Wednesday 4 May, 18:30-20:30

Can We Talk About Israel?
A Guide for the Curious, Confused, and Conflicted

In conjunction with the New Israel Fund, Alyth is delighted to host a special Alyth Lecture and conversation between Rabbi Josh and Daniel Sokatch. Daniel is an American activist, serving since 2009 as CEO of the New Israel Fund. In recognition of his leadership and influence, Daniel has been named multiple times in The Jewish Daily Forward's yearly list of the fifty leading Jewish decisionmakers, activists and opinion-shapers.

“Can We Talk About Israel? A Guide for the Curious, Confused, and Conflicted” is from the expert who understands both sides of one of the world's most complex, controversial conflicts, a modern day Guide for the Perplexed-a primer on Israel and the Israeli-Palestinian issue.

18:30 A Special Ma’ariv to mark the transition from Yom HaZikaron into YomHaAtzmaut
19:00 Israeli dinner
19:30 Conversation with Daniel Sokatch, hosted by Rabbi Josh

Click here to sign up so that we know how many to cater for.

For more Yom HaAtzmaut programming please see the body of the email.

EREV SHABBAT 29 APRIL

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES IN PERSON
Baby Den (10:30)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat with Rabbi Hannah and Cantor Tamara.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Ruach 1 Introductory Meeting (17:00)
This week we welcome the new Ruach 1 cohort and their parents for a introductory meeting with Mike Mendoza, Sam Heller and the Alyth Clergy.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Ruach 1-4 (17:00)
Our Friday night Bar and Bat Mitzvah programme.
Contact mike@alyth.org.uk for more information.

BE WITH US ONLINE
JMM (17:00-18:00)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person. Led by Rabbi Hannah, Rabbi Elliott and Cantor Tamara.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 829 0999 4957, Passcode: 785089).
The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS
The Shabbat Supplement and Community News will be available here from 17:00 Friday afternoon.

SHABBAT MORNING 30 APRIL

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Choir Rehearsal (09:15)
Rehearsing Alyth’s choral repertoire.

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Led by Rabbi Elliott and Cantor Tamara.
Including the B'not Mitzvot of Matilda Poole and No'emi Cortes Silva.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 852 8381 6672, Passcode: 785089).
The Shabbat Supplement and Community News will be available here from 17:00 Friday afternoon.

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Wellbeing Service (10:30)
Our occasional service in which we have the opportunity to reflect on our own well being with prayer, song, and readings. Led by Lynette Chazen and Justin Wise.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 831 3103 0659, Passcode: 243296).
The booklet for the service will be availiable here from 17:00 from Friday afternoon.

WEEK COMMENCING 1 MAY

SUNDAY 1 MAY

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Sunday Shacharit (09:00-10:30)
Our weekly minyan led by Alyth members.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 864 4782 5935, Password: 785089).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Sunday Morning Galim (10:00-12:00)
Our Jewish education programme for Reception to Year 6, led by a wonderful team of Educators and Madrichim (youth leaders).
For more information, contact mike@alyth.org.uk

LEARN WITH US ONLINE
Biblical Hebrew (11:00-12:00)
A programme for those with high level hebrew reading ability. Email edwardjgold@hotmail.com if you would like to join this class.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Academy of Performing Arts Presents Legally Blonde (15:00 and 19:00)
Click here for tickets and to support our cast of Alyth teenagers.
Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information.

MONDAY 2 MAY

Please note the office will be closed today.
For emergencies please call 07726 631 808.

TUESDAY 3 MAY

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Intensive Hebrew Reading (19:00-19:45)
An intensive Hebrew course running for eight weeks, aimed to help beginners learn the Hebrew alphabet and the basic decoding skills needed to read. Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman.

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Hebrew Reading Class (20:00-20:45)
A short course, running for eight weeks, aimed to help those already proficient in Hebrew reading to continue to develop their skills. Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 909 882 685 Password: 686711).
For more information on both Hebrew courses, contact sam@alyth.org.uk

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Essentials (20:00)
Our regular introduction to Judaism class taught by our clergy with Jon Epstein. Essentials is the perfect class for those coming to Judaism for the first time, or looking to consolidate the learning of a lifetime - or anywhere in between.
Today's session: Israel
Please contact Rabbi Hannah (hannah@alyth.org.uk) for more information about this programme. New students are always welcome.

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Alyth Choral Society (20:00-22:00)
New singers in all parts are welcome. Go to www.alythchoralsociety.org for more information.

WEDNESDAY 4 MAY

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut (18:30-20:30)
We are delighted to welcome Daniel Sokatch, the CEO of the New Israel Fund as we mark Israeli Independence Day with prayer, food and conversation.
18:30 A Special Ma’ariv to mark the transition from Yom HaZikaron into YomHaAtzmaut
19:00 Israeli dinner
19:30 Conversation with Daniel Sokatch, hosted by Rabbi Josh
Click here to sign up so that we know how many to cater for.

THURSDAY 5 MAY

BE WITH US ONLINE
Mellow Yoga (11:00-12:00)
Our special Chair Yoga and Meditation with Maxine, open to all ages wishing to enhance overall mental and physical wellbeing.
Click here to register and pay for the class.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 892 6465 8503, Passcode: 202223).

BE WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Yom HaAtzmaut Pardes (13:00 - 14:00)
A special Pardes with lunch looking at texts related to Yom HaAtzmaut.
Please email sam@alyth.org.uk to let us know you are coming so we can cater appropriately.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 123 761 361 Password: 019498).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
ThursWAY Yom HaAtzmaut (16:00-17:00)
A special ThursWAY Israeli Independence Day tea party including Israeli dancing, Israel themed bingo and creative Israel themed arts and crafts. Contact ella@alyth.org.uk for more information.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Alyth Children's Theatre (17:00-18:15)
This year's show: Matilda!
Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information.

LEARN WITH US ONLINE
Alyth Chavruta Project (19:00-20:00)
Chavruta is a traditional form of Jewish practice of studying regularly with a partner. You can decide how and when to study during the week, and we come together as a group on Thursday evenings. No prior knowledge is required and the text is accessible for all levels. If you’re new, you can either come to the Alyth Chavruta Project with a partner in mind, or we can match you up with someone to study with. Contact Rabbi Elliott at elliott@alyth.org.uk for more information.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 886 5917 6259, Passcode: 138638)

EREV SHABBAT 6 MAY

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES IN PERSON
Baby Den (10:30)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Ruach 1-4 (17:00)
Our Friday night Bar and Bat Mitzvah programme.
Contact mike@alyth.org.uk for more information.

BE WITH US ONLINE
JMM (17:00-18:00)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30-19:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 898 2121 8098, Passcode: 785089).
The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS

SHABBAT MORNING 7 MAY

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Shabbat Shiur: The story of…Kimchit (09:15)
In Parashat Emor, we hear all about the role of a High Priest. But what was it like to be the mother of one? And what was a woman’s role in the priesthood? Join Rabbi Hannah to look at the character of Kimchit and other priestly mothers in our narrative.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 240 937 705 Password: 602287).

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Led by Rabbi Josh.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 872 4405 9355, Passcode: 785089).
The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON
Sensory Shabbat (11:00)
Our Shabbat experience designed to stimulate your babies’ senses in the first years of their life. Join Rabbi Hannah, Ella and the dungareenees in this service where you and your baby can touch, see, smell and hear your way through the service.

SHABBAT AFTERNOON 7 MAY

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON
Shabbat Afternoon Service (15:00)
Led by Rabbi Josh. Including the Bar Mitzvah of Noaz Heymann.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 828 0293 7395 Passcode: 785089)

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY DURING THE OMER

Lag B'Omer Bonfire
Wednesday 18 May, 18:00 - 20:00
Email mike@alyth.org.uk for more information.

Lag B'Omer Table Talk: The Smokier the Smell, the Fresher the Freekeh
Thursday 19 May, 19:00
Click here to sign up so that we know how many to cater for or email sam@alyth.org.uk for more infromation.

Cantor Tamara and Rabbi Elliott's Alyth Induction
Friday 20 May, 18:00

Tikkun Leil Shavuot
Saturday 4 June - Sunday 5 June

Shavuot Jubilee Lunch
Sunday 5 June

Click here or phone 020 8457 8794 to be in touch.

Emergency Careline – 07726 631808
Please use this number if you need urgent pastoral support, for example in cases of hospitalization or bereavement. This number will be answered by a member of the Alyth professional team.

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