EXCITING NEWS: BUILDING TO START IMMEDIATELY AFTER PESACH!
We are delighted to let you know that the contracts for the building work have been signed and the builders will be on site immediately after Pesach.
On Friday last week, we signed the contract with our contractor, Borras Construction, and the loan agreement with CAF Bank. Over the next few weeks, the Project Management Team will meet with Borras as we make arrangements for the area to be hoarded off and for the work to start immediately after Pesach.
This is an extremely exciting time for the community. We have waited a long time to begin the renewal of our building and are thrilled that work will now begin.
Thank you for the patience that everyone has shown as we’ve prepared for the building work to start. As the builders get busy and our regular programming and activities will be taking place in a reduced amount of space, we ask for your help with our planning by letting us know you are coming to events and activities.
There will be regular updates of the progress of the work on our social media and on the website. Click here to follow us on: Instagram: alythbuildwithus Facebook: Alyth
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MARCH HIGHLIGHTS
This week: Monday 13 March 19:30-21:00 An Evening with Ardyn Halter: The Fire and the Bonfire: A Journey into Memory (19:30 - 21:00) 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.
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FRIDAY 10 MARCH
FOR YOUNG FAMILIES IN PERSON Baby Den (10:30) Chug-a-lug into Shabbat. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.
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 hereto 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 (17:15) There will be no Ruach tonight except for those in the six weeks immediately before their Bar or Bat Mitzvah [if your child is supposed to attend, you will have been sent emails to let you know].
YOUTH AND EDUCATION Year 7 Ruach Residential (Friday 10 March - Sunday 12 March) Our annual residential event for those in Year 7 in our Ruach programme. 30 young people will be away together in rural Kent, getting to know one another and learning together in a different environment. EREV SHABBAT 10 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. Led by Rabbi Josh, Rabbi Hannah and Rabbi Elliott. Click hereto join online (Meeting ID: 879 6352 2765 Passcode: 785089).
SHABBAT MORNING 11 MARCH PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE Shabbat Morning Service (10:30) Led by Rabbi Hannah and Rabbi Josh. An unaccompanied service, including the B’nei Mitzvah of Nathan Heymann and Itamar Mason. Click hereto join online (Meeting ID: 852 7358 1410 Passcode: 785089).
PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE Torah Breakout (During the Torah Service) In our Torah portion, we read of God’s anger when the Israelites build and worship a Gold Calf. Moses has to intervene on the people’s behalf to stop them being destroyed. Join Rabbi Elliott as we dissect Moses’ reaction to God’s anger, and perhaps learn something about the power of his negotiation with God. Click hereto join online (Meeting ID: 870 3795 0923 Passcode: 311220).
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 SHABBAT AFTERNOON 11 MARCH
FOR YOUNG FAMILIES IN PERSON Sensory Havdallah (16:00) Join Rabbi Hannah for this special Sensory Havdalah where our youngest members can wave goodbye to Shabbat and prepare to start the week new. Feel free to wear your PJs or onesies! We will provide dinner for the children.
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SUNDAY 12 MARCH
BE WITH US IN PERSON Alyth Cycling Community Bike Ride(08:15) Bringing riders of all abilities together to enjoy cycling and conversation. For more information contact laurancemendoza@aol.com.
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.
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 13 MARCH
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: Louise Heilbron - 'How much do you know about London?' Louise Heilbron - ex teacher and Museum lecturer who loves wandering the London streets will take us on a virtual tour and give us some interesting facts about the history of London!
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.
BE WITH US IN PERSON An Evening with Ardyn Halter: The Fire and the Bonfire: A Journey into Memory (19:30 - 21:00) See above for details. Please let us know in advance that you will be coming by clicking here.
TUESDAY 14 MARCH 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: Shabbat in Jewish life
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 hereto 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 16 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 hereto register and pay for the class. Click hereto join online (Meeting ID: 892 6465 8503, Passcode: 202324).
LEARN WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE Pardes (13:00) 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. Today: Rabbeinu Asher Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 892 6717 7643 Passcode: 213860) 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.
YOUTH AND EDUCATION Year 6 B’nei Mitzvah Information Meeting (18:30 - 19:30) During this evening, you will hear about what the Bar and Bat Mitzvah journey entails, the content of the programme, the one-to-one lessons to learn Torah, the social schedule and there will be a space to ask any questions you have about the next two years. There will be a parallel space, with our Youth and Education Hub, to experience what Ruach sessions will be like, ahead of starting Ruach.
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THIS SHABBAT AT ALYTH
FRIDAY 17 MARCH FOR YOUNG FAMILIES IN PERSON Baby Den (10:30) Chug-a-lug into Shabbat. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.
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 hereto 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 17 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 hereto join online (Meeting ID: 834 2715 4757 Passcode: 785089).
BE WITH US IN PERSON FND @ home Please note that this event has been postoponed.
SHABBAT MORNING 18 MARCH PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE Shabbat Morning Service (10:30) Led by Rabbi Josh. A guitar led service, including the Bar Mitzvah of Shai Chesterman. Click hereto join online (Meeting ID: 810 4181 1848 Passcode: 785089).
PRAY WITH US IN PERSON Gesher (11:00) If your child is too old for Sensory , but Big Bang feels too grown up, join us for 'Gesher', a service designed to bridge the gap between our two family prayer spaces, so your child can grow through tefillah that works for them. With Rabbi Hannah and the Gesher Guitarists.
Click herefor the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon).
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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.