Rosh Hashanah Begins
The Birmingham Jewish Federation & Foundation will close early in observance of Rosh Hashanah beginning at sundown.
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Rosh Hashanah
The Birmingham Jewish Federation & Foundation will be closed in observance of Rosh Hashanah.
TBE Rosh Hashanah Day 1 Service
Temple Beth-El 2179 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United StatesTBE Rosh Hashanah Day 1 Service Childcare available 8:00 - 1:30 8:30am, Shacharit 10:00am, Torah Service 10:00am, Alternative Service 1 10:00am, Tot Service 10:00am, Family Service 10:00am, Teen Discussion 11:00am, Sermon 11:30am, Musaf 11:30am, Alternative Service 2 (approx.) 1:00pm, Lunch
TBE Rosh Hashanah Youth/Family Services
Temple Beth-El 2179 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United StatesTot Shabbat, Family Shabbat, and Teen Discussion
Mahjong Open Play
Levite Jewish Community Center 3960 Monteclair Road, Birmingham, Alabama, United StatesMahjong brings fun and fellowship and is open to members and non-members. Lunch can be ordered and delivered by Tara at Bo's Kosher Cafe.
Tashlich at the Zoo – TEE
The Birmingham Zoo 2630 Cahaba Rd, Birmingham, Alabama, United StatesJoin us to "cast away your sins" for our annual Tashlich at the Zoo! We will have refreshments and items to 'cast away' provided by the Birmingham Zoo.
Prayer Gathering for the Release of Captives – TEE
Temple Emanu-El 2100 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL, United StatesIt is a custom in Judaism to pray for the release of captives. On Friday evenings, we will gather in the Hess Chapel to read the over 200 names we have of those being held since October 7, and offer a prayer for their release. All are welcome.
Walk This Way: Intentional Walking at TBE
Temple Beth-El 2179 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United StatesJoin TBE’s Intentional Walking Village on the first Saturday of every month. Participants are invited to meet in the upper parking lot, and can join for all or part of the walk. 8:45- 9:30 – We will begin with a brief discussion of the week’s Parsha, followed by intentional walking. 9:30-10:30 – More exercise Questions? Reach out to sheribkrell@gmail.com or eitaliaander@gmail.com
Free
Torah Study – TEE
Temple Emanu-El 2100 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL, United StatesJoin us to study Torah with Rabbi Wright and Cantor Wittner.
Kehillah Service: The Amen Effect led by Sharron Swain
Temple Beth-El 2179 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United StatesHow do we manage times of hardship and fully embrace moments of joy—not alone, but in community? What does Jewish wisdom offer in terms of how we can truly show up for each other? Rabbi Sharon Brous grapples with these questions and more in her book The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and World. This monthly alternative service is called Kehillah, or community, and will include stories and practices based on this book, along with songs and silent reflections. Reading the book is not required, and you're welcome to come to one or all nine sessions throughout the course of the year. Of course, reading the book will add richness to your experience, if you feel so moved. A copy of the book is available for browsing in the Reading Room at Beth-El. Sharron Mendel Swain was raised in an interfaith family long before that was the norm, and has been a mindfulness practitioner her entire adult life. A few FAQs: Q: What is the relationship of The Amen Effect, by Rabbi Sharon Brous, to these sessions? A: It is the inspiration for this 10-session series of alternative services focused on cultivating a deeper sense of […]