The 10th Annual Alyth Iftar: ‘Stories, Narratives and Myths’ Sunday 26 March (18:00-21:00) See below for more information. To sign up, please click here.
Israel: A History in 100 Cartoons Thursday 30 March (20:00-21:30) See below for more information. Please let us know that you are coming by clicking here. PLUS: See below for links to book our Family Tea Party Seder and B'Yachad Communal Seder on Thursday 6 April
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THIS SHABBAT AT ALYTH FRIDAY 24 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) Please note this is the last Ruach of term. We resume on Friday 21 April.
YOUTH AND EDUCATION Good Luck for your Summer Exams (Year 11-13) (18:30) As they prepare to sit their exams this summer, our year 11 - 13s are invited to join us for the Erev Shabbat Service followed by a pizza dinner with the Youth and Education Hub. Contact phoebe@alyth.org.uk for more information.
EREV SHABBAT 24 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 Cantor Tamara. As part of our series of divrei torah given by members, we are delighted that the D’var Torah will be given by Alyth member Noeleen Cohen, who is Chair of the New Israel Fund UK. Click hereto join online (Meeting ID: 867 2059 8746 Passcode: 785089).
SHABBAT MORNING 25 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) A guitar led service, including the Bar Mitzvah of Jay Blank. Led by Rabbi Josh and Rabbi Hannah. Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 867 5990 1630 Passcode: 785089).
PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE Shabbat Morning Choral Service (10:30) With Cantor Tamara, Rabbi Colin and the Alyth choir in the Upstairs Prayer Space. Click hereto join online (Meeting ID: 838 2058 0141 Passcode: 372915).
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
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SUNDAY 26 MARCH
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)
Please note this is the last SMG of term. We resume on Sunday 23 April.
BE WITH US IN PERSON 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 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.
YOUTH AND EDUCATION Academy of Perfoming Arts: High School Musical 2 (19:30)* please note the new time for this week 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. BE WITH US IN PERSON The 10th Annual Alyth Iftar: ‘Stories, Narratives and Myths’ (18:00-21:00) Over 10 years, Alyth has brought communities together to talk, study and eat at our annual Iftar. We are grateful for the friendships that have grown over the years at this very special event in our annual calendar. This year’s event will begin at 18:00 as we meet new and old friends and welcome them back into our sanctuary. The formal programme will begin at 18:15 with an opening ceremony followed by a choice of sessions in which Jewish and Muslim teachers will explore different aspects of our theme in a more intimate environment for learning and discussion. This year our Jewish and Muslim teachers will be looking at the theme of ‘Stories, Narratives and Myths’. We will come together for the call to prayer, finishing in time to share our Iftar meal, which as always will be plentiful and delicious. To sign up, please click here.
MONDAY 27 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: Can we have some more?' the chaotic Life and Brilliant songs of Lionel Bart Lionel Bart had a meteoric rise and a spectacular fall. Mike Levy tells the story of a musical phenomenon with no formal training who became 'the greatest British lyricist of his day'.
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 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: Essentials Annual Learning Seder
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 30 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, becoming acquainted with some of the lesser-known figures who influence our reading of the Hebrew Bible. Today: Ralbag Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 123 761 361 Password: 019498)
BE WITH US IN PERSON Israel: A History in 100 Cartoons (20:00-21:30) We begin our journey to ‘Israel 75’ with a special evening with Colin Shindler, emeritus professor at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS). In his recently published book, ‘Israel: A History in 100 Cartoons’, Colin tells the story of Israel through the work of different generations of cartoonists, mainly from the Israeli press, giving a new insight into the events that shaped the modern State of Israel. This evening, he will share some of the cartoons and place them in their historical context. Signed copies of the book will be available to purchase on the evening. Please let us know that you are coming by clicking here.
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FRIDAY 31 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).
EREV SHABBAT 31 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 9411 0771 Passcode: 785089).
SHABBAT MORNING 1 APRIL BE WITH US ONLINE 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 Elliott, including the B'nei Mitzvah of Jayden and Lilly Lipman. Click hereto join online (Meeting ID: 837 4125 6464 Passcode: 785089).
PRAY WITH US IN PERSON Sensory Shabbat (11:00) A Shabbat serice designed to stimulate your babies’ senses in the first years of their life.
Click herefor the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon).
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Pesach Communal S’darim 5783 Thursday 6 April 2023 FOR YOUNG FAMILIES IN PERSON Family Tea Party Seder (15:00-17:00) A special seder tea for families of all ages. Includes tea for children. Member families: £5 per family, Non-member families £10 per family Click here to book. PRAY WITH US IN PERSON B’Yachad Communal Seder (19:00-22:00) A special seder with song, spirit and all the warmth of Alyth. Includes a fish or vegetarian meal. Adults: £28, Children (up to age 16): £16 Click here to book.
For further information, or to book over the phone, please contact Deborah on 020 8457 8794. If you would like help to find a seder to attend on the first night, or if you are happy to host someone, please contact Lynette at lynette@alyth.org.uk or 020 8457 8793.
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PRIORITISE POLIO VACCINATION IN YOUR PESACH PREPARATIONS Please click herefor information about an important vaccination campaign aimed at the Jewish community which was launched this week.
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.
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