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LJCC Annual Meeting
LJCC Annual Meeting
Let's take a look back over the last year, and a look forward towards our future.
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Birmingham Jewish Foundation Board Meeting
Birmingham Jewish Foundation Board Meeting
Board of Directors Meeting for the Birmingham Jewish Foundation
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Holocaust in Film, Film #4: Au Revoir Les Enfants
Holocaust in Film, Film #4: Au Revoir Les Enfants
Join us for the 10th annual film series, Holocaust in Film. Stay tuned after the screening for a discussion of the film led by local film director, producer, and historian, Michele Forman. Free popcorn is provided for all attendees. About the Film: Au revoir les enfants tells a heartbreaking story of friendship and devastating loss […]
$5.00
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Lunchtime Torah Study
Lunchtime Torah Study
This Torah study meets via Zoom and will cover that week's Torah portion. All levels welcome.
Free
Counter Active Threat Training (CATT)
Counter Active Threat Training (CATT)
A comprehensive training program to counter an active threat event developed for faith based institutions and houses of worship. Learning Objectives: Identify and explain the steps to survive an active threat incident: RUN, HIDE, FIGHT. Understand how to prepare for an active threat event. Know how to respond to law enforcement’s arrival. Recognize the importance […]
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Teacher Workshop: Basics of Teaching the Holocaust: US Holocaust Memorial Museum Guidelines and Timeline
Teacher Workshop: Basics of Teaching the Holocaust: US Holocaust Memorial Museum Guidelines and Timeline
Teaching history responsibility requires a high level of sensitivity and awareness of the complexity of the subject matter. Teaching the Holocaust is no exception. The Museum guidelines provide scaffolding for teaching about the Holocaust and reflect approaches appropriate for respectful teaching in general. Details about the workshop: Workshop is free Snacks will be available 2-hour […]
Free
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Walk This Way: Intentional Walking
Walk This Way: Intentional Walking
Join Sheri Krell and Ellen Italiaander for the Intentional Walking Village the first Saturday of every month! The first walk will be a "parsha thought" walk and will be a gentle walk with time to stop and reflect on the parsha of the week. The second walk will be a more vigorous one. Walks leave […]
4 events,
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Bubbie’s STEM Kitchen
Bubbie’s STEM Kitchen
PJ Library and NEMJDS preschool event for ages 3-5yrs. Cooking & science through a Jewish lens with stories and music sprinkled on top.
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Magic City Mensches: Civil Rights
Magic City Mensches: Civil Rights
Our next session of Magic City Mensches will take place on Sunday February 5th, from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. This program will feature returning Magic City Mensch guest, Charles Woods, Education Director at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, and will focus on school integration. Charles is an amazing educator, and it is a privilege to […]
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Tu B’Shevat Seder Hosted by TBE Sisterhood
Tu B’Shevat Seder Hosted by TBE Sisterhood
Come join us as Orly Henkin and our shinshinim, Ma'ayan and Zohar, lead us in an afternoon celebrating the flavors of our nature and our connection to the environment. Free for TBE Sisterhood members. RSVP to orlyhenkin@gmail.com.
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4 events,
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JFNA Community Briefing
JFNA Community Briefing
Together, the Birmingham Jewish Federation and Jewish Federations across North America are saving lives and building flourishing Jewish communities in the United States, Israel, and around the world. Learn the latest about our Israel and Global Jewry work in Ukraine, Israel, and around the world. We will also have recent participants from the Moldova […]
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BJF Young Leadership Program Session 10
BJF Young Leadership Program Session 10
6:00 PM Dinner Just barely bigger than the State of New Jersey,Israel is said to be one of the most misunderstood countries in the world and receives an enormous amount of both positive and negative news coverage. Rabbi Adam Wright, Rabbi of Temple Emanu-El, will delve into the history and meaning of the State of […]
My Jewish Year Book + Holiday Club
My Jewish Year Book + Holiday Club
Are you looking to engage with the Jewish holidays in new and creative ways? Are you interested in developing a deeper understanding of the Jewish calendar? Would you like a group of people to learn, observe, and celebrate with for this coming year? Are you busy, but would still love to be in a book […]
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Intro to Judaism
Intro to Judaism
This is a class for those interested in deepening their Jewish learning, or converting to Judaism. Topics will include holidays, texts, culture, Israel and more! Class will meet on monthly Tuesdays in-person at Temple Beth El, and will be taught by Rabbi Henkin. Registration is now closed – email mnorman@templebeth-el.net to get on the interest […]
4 events,
Lunchtime Torah Study
Lunchtime Torah Study
This Torah study meets via Zoom and will cover that week's Torah portion. All levels welcome.
Free
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American Birthright
American Birthright
We’re rolling out the red carpet and you’re invited! You Belong in Birmingham, NextGen, Temple Beth El, and Temple Emanu-El are co-hosting a screening of American Birthright, and a LIVE Q&A with filmmaker Becky Tahel, at Sidewalk Cinemas. American Birthright is an autobiographical documentary about a young Israeli-American who sets out to answer the question […]
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ShulHouse Rock Family Kabbalat Shabbat (with PJ Library!)
ShulHouse Rock Family Kabbalat Shabbat (with PJ Library!)
Get ready for a special ShulHouse Rock Kabbalat Shabbat, held in partnership with PJ Library. Robin Berger will be leading Tot Shabbat in the Halpern-Levitt KidZone, while school-aged children and their families are invited to join Rabbi Henkin and Dalia Abrams for a Kabbalat Shabbat service in the Chapel (featuring storytime with Rabbi Henkin!). We'll […]
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Social Action Shabbat + Low Waste Kiddush Luncheon
Social Action Shabbat + Low Waste Kiddush Luncheon
Join TBE Social Action for a special Shabbat and luncheon focused on environmental sustainability and low waste living. Be Social Action member Sarah Kunin will be giving the d'var on the theme of environmental sustainability. A low waste luncheon will feature resources about reducing your environmental footprint. What’s “low waste?” Low waste living is the […]
3 events,
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Community Tu BiShevat at the B’ham Botanical Gardens
Community Tu BiShevat at the B’ham Botanical Gardens
All the shuls are collaborating for a fun afternoon celebrating Tu BiShevat at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. More information soon!
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TBE Men’s Club Super Bowl Watch Party
TBE Men’s Club Super Bowl Watch Party
Our Super Bowl Watch Party will be held on Sunday, February 12 in the KidZone at TBE starting at 5:30 p.m. We’ll serve pizza, beer, and soda. Come out and cheer on your team! Please RSVP by shooting Allen Halpern a text at 205-369-4399. And if you haven't already registered for the annual Super Bowl […]
Southern Jewish Voices
Southern Jewish Voices
An LJCC oral history program called Southern Jewish Voices (SJV) will use a live-interview format to present stories about Jewish life in Birmingham. The program, made possible by an $8,200 grant from the Alabama Humanities Alliance, will present a series of interviews conducted in front of a live audience. Refreshments will be provided and time […]
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Lunchtime Torah Study
Lunchtime Torah Study
This Torah study meets via Zoom and will cover that week's Torah portion. All levels welcome.
Free
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Torah on Tap with Rabbi Henkin
Torah on Tap with Rabbi Henkin
Join Rabbi Henkin for a series of "Torah on Tap;" Torah learning at local breweries.... or in this case, distilleries! This session will be held at Dread River Distilling Company and be held in collaboration with Temple Emanu-El. Light nosh and your first round of drinks are on us! All are welcome; no RSVP required.
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Southern Jewish Voices
Southern Jewish Voices
A new LJCC oral history program called Southern Jewish Voices uses a live-interview format to present stories about Jewish life in Birmingham. The program, made possible by an $8,200 grant from the Alabama Humanities Alliance, presents a series of interviews conducted by Margaret Norman in front of a live audience. February 16 - Ronald Levitt […]
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Honor Our Parents Shabbat Service at LJCC
Honor Our Parents Shabbat Service at LJCC
CJFS hosting Honor Our Parents Shabbat Service led by a member of Birmingham clergy.
Free
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Storytime Shabbat
Storytime Shabbat
Meet in the KidZone at 10:20 a.m and we'll head upstairs together for a Toy Torah procession, then come back to the KidZone for a story and snack. Stay for lunch at 12:00 p.m! No RSVP required. This month will feature stories and song with Robin Berger. Support for this program is provided by the […]
Havdalah & Musical Program
Havdalah & Musical Program
Join us for our monthly Havdalah program with Ralph Selig - Jewish Music Scholar in Residence, and Cantor Wittner! Each month we will have a different theme: August - High Holy Day Music September - Yom Kippur Music October - Sukkot & Simchat Torah Music November - Reflections No December January - TBD February - American […]
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Birmingham Jewish Federation Board of Directors Meeting
Birmingham Jewish Federation Board of Directors Meeting
Dinner will be served at 5:30pm with the meeting beginning at 6pm. A Zoom option will be available for those unable to attend in-person.
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Lunchtime Torah Study
Lunchtime Torah Study
This Torah study meets via Zoom and will cover that week's Torah portion. All levels welcome.
Free
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TEE Sisterhood Charcuterie Class
TEE Sisterhood Charcuterie Class
Join Sisterhood for a fun charcuterie class. Location at a private home and cost tba
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A Conversation on Reckoning at Ramsay High School
A Conversation on Reckoning at Ramsay High School
Join us for a discussion with Ramsay graduates Dr. Marcia Herman-Giddens, author of the new book Unloose My Heart: A Personal Reckoning with the Twisted Roots of my Southern Family Tree, and Dr. Richard Walker, responsible for desegregating the high school in the 1960s. Conversation will be moderated by Chuck Holmes of the Alabama Humanities […]
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Retirement Celebration for Jann Blitz
Retirement Celebration for Jann Blitz
Shabbat service begins at 6:00 Dinner and Dancing will be from 7:00 to 10:00
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Comedy Night with Avi Liberman
Comedy Night with Avi Liberman
Join us for a comedy night at TBE starring hit Israeli-American comedian Avi Liberman! This event will begin at 6:00 p.m and take place in the Nathan and Rose Filler Cultural Center. We'll begin with heavy appetizers and all partake in Havdalah together. Our show will begin at 7:00 p.m, and we'll be treated to […]
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Birmingham Hadassah Book Club – New members are always welcome.
Birmingham Hadassah Book Club – New members are always welcome.
Lessons in Chemistry, by Bonnie Garmus New participants are warmly invited to join the discussion. Sherri Grunfeld - discussion facilitator For Zoom link, contact Linda Goldstein (ljrg13@gmail.com)
Free
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Movie-Talk Village: The Chosen
Movie-Talk Village: The Chosen
Movie-Talk Village Are you a film buff? Join the new Movie-Talk Village for a series of film screenings and discussions focused on the American Jewish Experience. Join us in the Halpern-Levitt KidZone for a screening of The Chosen. Discussion will be led by Sherrie Grunfeld. More info on snacks and drinks coming soon! Get Involved! […]
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The Power of Art: ArtWalk 2023
The Power of Art: ArtWalk 2023
NEMJDS celebrates the power of art with ArtWalk 2023 - art exhibit and dessert reception.
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PJ Library + Chabad of Alabama Hamantash Bake
PJ Library + Chabad of Alabama Hamantash Bake
PJ Library + Chabad of Alabama Hamantash Bake Geared towards children in KG - 3rd grade.
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Intro to Judaism
Intro to Judaism
This is a class for those interested in deepening their Jewish learning, or converting to Judaism. Topics will include holidays, texts, culture, Israel and more! Class will meet on monthly Tuesdays in-person at Temple Beth El, and will be taught by Rabbi Henkin. Registration is now closed – email mnorman@templebeth-el.net to get on the interest […]