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.
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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.
Charlotte and Lila Warner’s Bat Mitzvah
Chabad of Alabama 3040 Overton Road, Birmingham, AL, United StatesBat Mitzvah Shabbat Dinner for Charlotte and Lila Warner
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 […]
TBE Movie-Talk Village & Dessert Potluck
Temple Beth-El 2179 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United StatesJoin us for a viewing of “Maktub”, an Israeli comedy about Steve and Chuma, two criminals who are the sole survivors of a terrorist attack at a restaurant in Jerusalem. Thankful for their survival, Steve and Chuma reevaluate what they do for a living, and they start using their connections in the criminal underworld to fulfill wishes they find at the Western Wall.
Free
Women’s Philanthropy: Hands-on-Volunteer Project
LJCC Board RoomPlease join us to assemble goody bags for patients receiving treatment for glioblastoma at O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center . Altamont School student Tillman Hamric, son of Nancy and Barry Hamric, will speak about his special friend, Tricia Taylor who passed away from this cancer in 2019 and his efforts to raise awareness and money to help find a cure Monday, August 5th at 11:30am-1:30pm; bring your brown bag lunch. For questions and to RSVP please contact Susan Greene @ susang@bjf.org or 205-803-1524.
NEMJDS Executive Board Meeting
N.E. Miles Jewish Day School 4000 Montclair Road, BirminghamMonthly N. E. Miles Jewish Day School Executive Board Meeting
Torah on Tap
Cahaba BrewingJoin us for Torah on Tap! Each month, we’ll meet at a different local brewery for socializing and learning with Rabbi Steven Henkin of Temple Beth-El. First round is on us! Please contact Rabbi Henkin at rabbihenkin@templebeth-el.net for specifics about each month’s topic.
Free