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MARCH AT ALYTH

Your March 'Around Alyth' will be with you on Monday, with a full and exciting programme of activities, study, learning and conversation.  Highlights of the month include:

Monday 6 and Tuesday 7 March
Purim 
Please see below for more information, including links to let us know that you are coming. 

Monday 13 March, 19:30-21:00
An Evening with Ardyn Halter:
The Fire and the Bonfire: A Journey into Memory
We are delighted to welcome Ardyn Halter back to Alyth to mark the publication of his book ‘The Fire and the Bonfire: A Journey into Memory’ - an exploration of genocide, memory and art; from the dynamics of his relationship with his father, Roman to his own work creating stained-glass windows for the Rwandan National Genocide Centre. Please let us know in advance that you will be coming by clicking here.
 
Thursday 23 March 19:30-21:00
Talk with Us – Designing Conversations about Alyth Life
Vibrant, meaningful conversation is at the heart of Alyth life. As we return to Alyth in ever greater numbers, this evening is an opportunity to bring your voice and listen to others, as we consider together the kinds of conversations we would like to have as a community. The design of the evening will be shaped by how many people are there. So please sign up to let us know you are joining us by clicking here.
 
Sunday 26 March 18:00
The 10th Annual Alyth Iftar: ‘Stories, Narratives and Myths’.
Over 10 years, Alyth has brought communities together to talk, study and eat. We are grateful for the friendships that have grown over the years.  Join us for this very special event in our annual calendar.  This year our Jewish and Muslim teachers will be looking at the theme of ‘Stories, Narratives and Myths’. To sign up, please click here.

Thursday 30 March, 20:00-21:30
Israel: A History in 100 Cartoons
We begin our commemoration of Israel 75 with a special evening with Colin Shindler sharing images and history from his recently published book, ‘Israel: A History in 100 Cartoons’.
Please let us know that you are coming by clicking here.  

THIS SHABBAT AT ALYTH

FRIDAY 24 FEBRUARY  

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).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Ruach 1-4 (17:15)
Our pre Bar/Bat Mitzvah programme delivered by our wonderful team of madrichim. Participants explore their Jewish identity through the lens of community. Participants can come from 16:30 for Drop-In and are expected to stay for the Erev Shabbat Service, finishing at 19:30.
 

EREV SHABBAT 24 FEBRUARY

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 Josh, Cantor Tamara and Katie Hainbach. 
The D’var Torah will be given by Alyth member Ashley Lerner, who is Chief Executive Officer of Maccabi GB.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 816 8329 8363 Passcode: 785089). 


SHABBAT MORNING 25 FEBRUARY

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Choir rehearsal (09:15)
Rehearsing Alyth’s choral repertoire for Shabbat Services.

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Led by Rabbi Josh with the Alyth choir. The sermon will be given by Rabbi Colin.
Including the Bar Mitzvah of Rafael Jacobs.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 898 5075 4899 Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Imrei Finu (10:30)
An informal Shabbat morning service with guitar, including the singing of new and familiar melodies. With Cantor Tamara and Justin Wise.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 817 6398 3667 Passcode: 384319).

Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS

SUNDAY 26 FEBRUARY

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Sunday Shacharit (09:00-10:15) 
Our lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast, led by Alyth members. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 864 4782 5935, Password: 785089).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Sunday Morning Galim (10:00-12:00) 
Our Jewish education programme for Reception to Year 6. SMG provides our youngest members the opportunity to explore their Jewish identity, key Jewish behaviour and rituals and Jewish texts. Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information.
 
LEARN WITH US ONLINE
Biblical Hebrew (11:15) 
A programme for those with high level Hebrew reading ability.  Email edwardjgold@hotmail.com if you would like to join this class so that you can be sent the link and materials in advance.

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Refugee Choir (13:30) 
This multi-faith, multicultural choir is open to refugees, Drop-in volunteers and the wider Alyth community.

BE WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Singing for Pleasure (15:30) 
Join Viv and sing songs from the shows, Israeli folksongs, songs from the 60s and more.  No need to audition, read music or feel intimidated.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 731 393 138 Password: 197916)
 
YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Academy of Perfoming Arts: High School Musical 2 (18:00) 
A feature of the Alyth calendar for Secondary School aged children for over 20 years. The end of year production takes place over the early May bank holiday weekend. Tickets for the show are on sale now! Click here to buy your tickets. 

 
MONDAY 27 FEBRUARY 

BE WITH US IN PERSON
The Alyth Social (14:00) 
Our Monday afternoon social. Join us for an afternoon of entertainment, discussion, lovely homemade tea and great company!  Contact Lynette for more information.
Today: Trio Tempra: Luke Lally Maguire, Piano; Violetta Suvini, Violin; Gabriel Francis-Dehqani, Cello. Musicians from the Guildhall School of Music will play works by Beethoven and Faure.

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Monday Club (19:00) 
A friendly in-person meeting place for people with learning disabilities.  For more information or to let us know that you will be attending, please email lynette@alyth.org.uk.


TUESDAY 28 FEBRUARY

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Intensive Hebrew (19:00) 
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
Essentials (20:00) 
Our regular introduction to Judaism class taught by our clergy with Jon Epstein.  New students are always welcome. Please contact Rabbi Elliott (elliott@alyth.org.uk) for more information.
Today's session: Preparing for Purim   

LEARN WITH US ONLINE
Hebrew Reading Course (20:00) 
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 (Meeting ID: 812 5752 6877 Passcode: 461382)

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Alyth Choral Society (20:00) 
For Choral Society Members only. Go to www.alythchoralsociety.org for more information.
 

THURSDAY 2 MARCH  

BE WITH US ONLINE
Mellow Yoga for All Ages (11:00) 
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: 202324).

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Pardes: Please note there will be no Pardes on 2 March or 9 March. We resume on Thursday 16 March.
In March, Pardes will continue our exploration of the Medieval Commentators, coming acquainted with some of the lesser-known figures who influence our reading of the Hebrew Bible.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Alyth's Children's Theatre (17:00)
Our drama group for Primary School aged children. The group rehearse all year and then perform the show in June 2023.

BE WITH US IN PERSON 
Jewish Music for this Moment: Making Sense of the Squiggles (19:30-21:00)
In preparation for Purim, join Cantor Tamara to learn the special history and melody of the trope we use to chant Megillat Esther. No prior experience, singing technique, or sight-reading skills are necessary so feel free to come along, even just to learn and observe!
For photocopying purposes, please contact tamara@alyth.org.uk to let her know whether you will be joining.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 892 6717 7643 Passcode: 213860)

FRIDAY 3 MARCH

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).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Ruach 1-4 (17:15)
Our pre Bar/Bat Mitzvah programme delivered by our wonderful team of madrichim. Participants explore their Jewish identity through the lens of community. Participants can come from 16:30 for Drop-In and are expected to stay for the Erev Shabbat Service, finishing at 19:30.


EREV SHABBAT 3 MARCH 

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 891 4262 6324 Passcode: 785089). 


SHABBAT MORNING 4 MARCH

​​​​​​​BE WITH US IN PERSON
Choir rehearsal (09:15)
Rehearsing Alyth’s choral repertoire for Shabbat Services.

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30) 
Led by Cantor Tamara.
Including the B'nei Mitzvah of Isabel and Noah Eisenberg.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 846 9704 9511 Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Kollot (10:30)
Our informal, unaccompanied, participatory minyan led by Rabbi Josh and Justin Wise. Please note that this Kollot is on the first Shabbat of the month.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 875 9011 6339 Passcode: 158158)

Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). 

PURIM AT ALYTH 

EREV PURIM - 6 MARCH 

19:00  Gin tasting, dinner and Purim Punch and Judy
4 Purim themed gins specially curated by gin expert Mike Braff from Artisan Drinks whose passion is discovering craft drinks from across the globe.  Non-alcoholic alternatives will be available.  The evening will include dinner and a tailormade Purim Punch and Judy show by our member James Holz.
Suggested donation for the evening is £20 (Please do not let finance be a barrier to attending).
Click here to register so that we know how much gin and food is required.
 
21:15 Ma’ariv and late night Megillah Reading
Our annual Ma’ariv and late night Megillah reading
Please click here to register and let us know if you plan to attend as this will allow us to allocate the appropriate space for this service.
 
PURIM - 7 MARCH 

11:00 - 12:30  Brunch and Learn
Join us in-person or online for a special Purim Brunch and Learn with megillah reading and food. For catering purposes, please click here to let us know if you would like to come.
 
FAMILY PURIM PROGRAMME 

16:30 - 17:30 Purim Den
Chug-a-lug into Purim.  Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Purim beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.
Come dressed in your best fancy dress.
 
17:30 - 18:15 Dinner for Young Ones
 
18:15 - 19:30 The Great Alyth Purim Gangashlat
Interactive activities for the family for Purim.
 
Please click here to register and let us know which part of the afternoon you plan on attending.

WJR TURKEY-SYRIA EARTHQUAKE APPEAL 

To make a donation please click here

LETTING US KNOW YOU ARE COMING TO ALYTH EVENTS

Over the next 18 months, during our building project, our use of space at Alyth is very challenging.  The number of available rooms to accommodate our breadth of activities is now significantly reduced. 

We are therefore asking that, for some events in our programme, members and friends please still let us know in advance that you are coming.
You will find links for these events in the weekly email.

Knowing in advance will allow us to allocate appropriate spaces for different activities.  By knowing numbers, and whether people are joinng us in person or online, we can ensure that activities take place in a space that has an appropriate capacity, set up, and technology. 
During the build period, we do not have a lift, so please also let us know if you are coming to an activity and cannot use the stairs by including this information in your registration or by emailing alythadmin@alyth.org.uk.

Click here to view our partner organisations including links to sign up to their weekly communications.

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

Emergency Careline – 020 8457 8798
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.