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FRIDAY 12 JANUARY   

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES 
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. 

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JMM (17:00)
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.
This week includes a special introductory meeting for those children and their parents starting Ruach today. 

EREV SHABBAT 

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat and Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person. Led by Rabbi Elliott and Rabbi Golan with Abi Brunner. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 814 6531 8254 Passcode: 785089). 

SATURDAY 13 JANUARY - SHABBAT MORNING 

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Choir rehersal (09:15)
Rehearsing Alyth’s choral repertoire for Shabbat Services.
 
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Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Led by Rabbi Elliott with the Alyth choir. Including the Bat Mitzvah of Charlie Gold.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 811 7011 0652 Passcode: 785089)

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Kollot (10:30)
Our informal, unaccompanied, participatory minyan. Led by Rabbi Golan and Justin Wise, with members of the community reading and teaching Torah.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 676 367 6367 Passcode: 963246)

SUNDAY 14 JANUARY

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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) 
Every Alyth week begins with a lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast at Alyth, led by Alyth members. All are welcome.
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. Email phoebe@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.

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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 (15:00) 
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.

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Academy of Performing Arts performs Little Shop of Horrors (18:00) 
A feature of the Alyth calendar for Secondary School aged children for over 20 years. The end of year production takes place on Sunday 3 March at 18:00 and tickets are on sale! Tickets: £15/adult ticket, £12/concession ticket, £7 child ticket (still at school)
Please click here to purchase tickets and contact abi@alyth.org.uk for more information.
 
MONDAY 15 JANUARY 

BE WITH US IN PERSON
The Alyth Social (14:00) 
Part of the Alyth Friendship Project.  Join us for an afternoon of entertainment, discussion, tea and great company! Contact Lynette for more information.
All are welcome.
Today: Yiwei Deng & Partners from the Guildhall School of Music

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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 16 JANUARY 

​​​​YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Hadracha Course: Year 9 (17:00) 
The start of our two year leadership programme for those in Year 9. Click here to sign up or contact phoebe@alyth.org for more information. 
 
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Intensive Hebrew Reading Course (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. 

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Hebrew Reading Class (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 online (Meeting ID: 880 0628 9192 Passcode: 725071).
For more information on both Hebrew courses, contact sam@alyth.org.uk

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Judaism: the 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's session: 18 Figures in Jewish History of whom you should have heard
 
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Alyth Choral Society (20:00) 
New members are always welcome to join the choir. We have two or three concerts a year, one with full orchestra. Go to alythchoralsociety.org or email alythchoralsociety@gmail.com if our future programme inspires you.  Alyth Choral Society, as part of Alyth Synagogue’s Yom Hashoah Commemoration on 5 May 2024, will be performing Annelies by James Whitbourn. The Society would warmly welcome singers to join them and be a part of this special occasion.

WEDNESDAY 17 JANUARY 

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Biblical Hebrew (18:00) 
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.

THURSDAY 18 JANUARY 
 
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Mellow Chair 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 (Meeting ID: 892 6465 8503, Passcode: 202122)
 
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Pardes: Lunar Landscapes (13:00)
Rosh Chodesh has long been a Jewish focus, but the new month’s sacrificial offerings are not the only reasons that our Rabbis have thought about the moon.  Join Student Rabbi Eleanor to explore Rabbinic texts on the moon and its connections including the calendar, the Exodus from Egypt and the World to Come. 
Today: How does the moon appear?
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 123 761 361 Passcode: 019498)

YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Alyth 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 2024.
Contact abi@alyth.org.uk for more information.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Year 6 Bar/Bat Mitzvah Information Evening and Chavurah Supper (18:30)
Join us for an information meeting at 18:30 for parents and children (separated for two different sessions) followed by a Chavurah Supper - a “pot luck” dinner, where everyone provides and vegetarian or fish (nut free) dish, main course or dessert, and we all sit down together and enjoy dinner.  This is a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and meet new ones and start the journey in the most meaningful way by enjoying the company of all those sharing the Bar/Bat Mitzvah journey with you.  Email sam@alyth.org.uk for more information and to let us know you are coming. 

FRIDAY 19 JANUARY 

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES 
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)
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 

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat and Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 892 7116 7329 Passcode: 785089). 

SATURDAY 20 JANUARY - SHABBAT MORNING 

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Shabbat Morning Shiur: How does the Torah view time? (09:15)
What makes time sacred and what we gain if we design our lives in keeping with this teaching?
Rabbi Golan will teach this shiur online from Israel.  You are welcome to join together to learn from Alyth or from your home.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 867 1920 5853 Passcode: 311220). 

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Led by Rabbi Hannah. Including the Bar Mitzvah of Asher Hodges. The sermon will given by Lynette Chazen to mark Mental Health Shabbat.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 828 1256 3058 Passcode: 785089). 

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Gesher (11:00)
Our musical service providing a bridge between our youngest family services and the next stage in Alyth families’ prayer life. Led by Abi and the Gesher guitarists. 

SATURDAY 20 JANUARY - SHABBAT AFTERNOON

YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Year 3 and 4 Secret Cinema (17:30)
Join us for an evening of games, adventures, dinner, and immersive cinema all right here at Alyth. This is an exclusive social event for Years 3 and 4, expect to see friends old and new.
Email hannahwood@alyth.org.uk for more information and click here to sign up.

SAVE THE DATES

Alyth's Annual Supper Quiz 
Sunday 28 Janaury 2024, 19:00
Celebrate Tu Bishvat and eat, laugh and quiz with us. £25 per person (includes supper) in support of the Alyth Building Project.
Tables of 10 - make up your own table or we can allocate you to a table.
Click here to sign up or call Deborah on 020 8457 8784 or email alythadmin@alyth.org.uk.
​​​​​​​Click here to buy raffle tickets. 

Annual Meeting of Congregants 2024
Monday 5 February (19:30)
You will receive the notice and papers for our AMC via email in early January.  Copies of which can also be found at alyth.org.uk/aboutus/our-governance

​​​​​​​Shirei Meets Chagigah
Friday 15 – Sunday 17 March 2024
Shirei meets Chagigah is an all singing, all learning weekend away with the Movement for Reform Judaism.  Join your friends and family in our biannually held conference to learn together, pray together and have fun together!
Click here for more information.

Responding as a Community to Events in Israel  

This weekend will mark 100 days since the terrorist attacks and abduction of hostages by Hamas on 7 October. Many of us continue to be shocked and concerned by the ongoing violence and the suffering of all those affected. Please know that we continue to be here for you if you need us. If we can do anything to support you in this difficult time, please contact Lynette by email to lynette@alyth.org.uk or at 020 8457 8793.

Leaders, rabbis and members from across the Jewish community have signed a statement of Jewish values and core principles in response to the conflict between Israel and Hamas.   Click here to read the statement.

Ways you can help
We are a collection point for Sebby's Corner. Please click here for a list of items that they are collecting.

Please click here for a list of resources and ways to help, collated by The Reform Movement, including appeals to which you may wish to donate

Security at Alyth
In these times of heightened security, it is very important that we have full teams for volunteer security. Please make sure that you open your Rota Central emails and respond positively if you are able. If you are willing to do an extra shift at this time please contact security@alyth.org.uk. CST are running additional training courses, please see their website if you are interested in doing any of these.
We are very grateful to our security team leaders for their extra commitment at this time.

BUILDING AT ALYTH
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If you would like to have a tour to see the building progress in-person, please email buildwithus@alyth.org.uk.

Click here to view previous newsletters and blogs. 
Click here for our Instagram and click here for our Facebook page for regular building updates. 
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​​​​FACES OF ALYTH 
During the expected 54 weeks of the building project, we’ll share short video clips of Alyth members, Trustees, Clergy and Staff Team speaking about why they love Alyth, what matters to them, and why the renewal of our building is such an important and exciting time for the future of the whole community. 
Click here for Faces of Alyth on Instagram and click here for Facebook. 

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 hospitalisation or bereavement.  This number will be answered by a member of the Alyth professional team.

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