SUNDAY 16 APRIL
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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.
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Sunday Shacharit (09:00-10:15)
Our lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast, led by Alyth members.
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Outing: Imperial War Museum (10:00-12:30)
In advance of Yom HaShoah, a visit to the Holocaust Exhibition at the Imperial War Museum. This will be an opportunity to learn about the history of the Shoah accompanied by some of our members with Holocaust stories. This trip is primarily for members of the Essentials class but is open to all members of the community. To register click here. Please contact elliott@alyth.org.uk for more information.
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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.
MONDAY 17 APRIL
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The Alyth Social (14:00-16:00)
Part of the Alyth Friendship Project. Join us for an afternoon of entertainment, discussion, tea and great company!
Today: Jackie Goymour presents: There’s No Such Thing as Authentic Jewish Food except...
Our very own Alyth member, Jackie Goymour, will present a history of Jewish Food through the ages. Some tasting and sampling will be allowed!
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Yom HaShoah 2023:
Telling the Stories of the Shoah – A special evening for Yom HaShoah
(19:30, Yom HaShoah service at 20:45)
As we lose the last generation of survivors, Yom HaShoah is an opportunity for us to commit to telling the stories of the Holocaust.
On this special evening, we will be joined by some of those who are preserving the memory of Shoah through writing and film. Local author Jackie Kohnstamm discovered her family’s Holocaust story only late in life. Her book, “The Memory Keeper: A Journey Into the Holocaust to Find My Family” is published on 20 April. This will be the first time that she has read excerpts from her book and talked about her journey of discovery. You can find out more about the book here.
Alyth member Gloria Abramoff is currently making a documentary on the Holocaust: the story of the Commandant of Auschwitz and his son, of a survivor and her daughter and the long shadow the past has cast down the generations. Together with her Creative Executive, Wendy Robbins, they will speak about both the professional and personal experience of remembering the Shoah in documentary form.
At 20:30 we will break for refreshments, before our annual Yom HaShoah service begins at 20:45, led by Rabbi Josh, Cantor Tamara, and Katie Hainbach.
Yellow candles for Yom HaShoah can be purchased from the synagogue office at a cost of £2. Please contact Deborah at alythadmin@alyth.org.uk or on 020 8457 8784
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TUESDAY 18 APRIL
YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Mentor Training (17:30)
Please email abi@alyth.org.uk for more information.
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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. New students are always welcome. Please contact Rabbi Elliott (elliott@alyth.org.uk) for more information. Today: The Yoms – The Shoah and Israel in Jewish life
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Alyth Choral Society (20:00)
For Choral Society Members only. Go to www.alythchoralsociety.org for more information.
THURSDAY 20 APRIL
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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.
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Pardes (13:00)
Over the last three months, we have studied a range of major and minor commentators from medieval times. In April and May we will turn our attention to modern figures who dedicated their lives to illuminating and elucidating the biblical text, from Robert Alter to Aviva Zornberg. You do not need to have attended previous sessions to join us, as we encounter modern commentators who have transformed the way we read Torah. Today: Shadal
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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.