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Screening and discussion of Doubtful. Bring snack to share. Drinks are provided.
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The 2022-2023 and 2024-2025 cohorts of the BJF's Young Leadership Program will be coming together to meet & mingle at Back Forty Brewing. |
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Bi-Monthly Meeting of The Birmingham Jewish Federation's Executive Committee |
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It 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. |
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Join 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. More exercise Questions? Reach out to sheribkrell@gmail.com or eitaliaander@gmail.com We are discussing the concepts in The Book of Joy. Reading not required. All are welcome |
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USY, TEFTY, and BBYO are coming together to celebrate all our 2025 grads! Join us at the LJCC pool on Tuesday, August 5th at 5:00 pm. RSVP Below |
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For those interested in deepening their Jewish learning or converting to Judaism. Class will be in-person on Thursdays at Temple Beth El, approx. two times each month. Begins August 7th 2025. $180/individual and $300/couples
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Musical Shabbat / Blue Jeans Shabbat Nosh and drinks with friends at 5:15 Musical Kabbalat Shabbat at 5:45 Dinner following
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It 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. |
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Join us for our new once-a-month Shabbat morning experience at Temple Emanu-El, Love, Pray, & Eat! The Rabbi &/or Cantor will lead this casual Saturday morning service focusing on lessons from the Torah. Our worship will be interactive, engaging, and uplifting. A delicious catered lunch will follow the service. 10:00 AM - Shabbat service in Hess Chapel Followed by a catered lunch in Weil Hall. RSVP to Jan Hirsch, 972-358-6399 or cookiemom88@gmail.com
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Monthly NEMJDS Executive Board Meeting - Co-Presidents: Sarah Kunin & Valerie Thompson
Monthly NEMJDS Executive Board Meeting - Co-Presidents: Sarah Kunin & Valerie Thompson |
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Bee Good Alabama will be a vendor at the "LJCC Mini Market" farmers market with DELICIOUS raw local honey (made with love in Quinton, AL) and unique, hand-made "Zippy Bags." All proceeds will be donated to The Birmingham Jewish Federation's Israel World Jewry Bureau. In-person cash, check and Venmo sales only. Limited supply. Please stop by! (Rain date 8/19) Details: Date: August 12, 2025 Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm CDT Cost: Honey and Handbags ranging from $5 to $36 In-person with cash, check and Venmo sales only |
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If you are looking for community service that is quick and efficient, then you've come to the right place! Join CJFS volunteers to *unload and pack groceries for Sunday SGI delivery day. Please contact Caleigh@cjfsbham.org or 205-278-7101 to join the SGI signup genius email list. Corporations and groups welcome. Typical volunteer need: 10-12 individuals. Youth 6+ welcome. *Do you have a truck or large vehicle and want to help transport grocery boxes from Community Foodbank of Central Alabama (Homewood) to our CARES site (Cahaba Heights)? Please let Caleigh know! Todah rabah
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It 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. |
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Poetry - Contact Linda Goldstein for details - ljrg13@gmail.com
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CJFS is celebrating our 5-year partnership with Community Foodbank of Central Alabama to provide The Senior Grocery Initiative food deliveries directly to client's doorsteps. One Sunday a month, volunteer's transport groceries and have the opportunity to provide a wellness visit! Please contact Caleigh@cjfsbham.org or 205-278-7101 to complete volunteer intake & receive the signup genius emails. Todah rabah Shift 1 2-3 volunteers needed 11:50-1:15 to transfer groceries into delivery volunteers vehicles Shift 2 Volunteers sign up for as few or as many deliveries as they are interested in. Pickup opens at 12:15 and ends at 1:15. Volunteers have opportunity to provide a friendly visit during delivery--friendships encouraged!
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Celebrate a new semester with BBYO at TopGolf! This event is open to all teens in 8-12 grade-BBYO membership is not required. $10 Register Here |
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Honoring Hannah Helman. Directly following will be Sisterhood’s Opening Meeting. It will include a light dinner. Registration is required but is free to paid up Sisterhood members. |
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Bi-Monthly Meeting of The Birmingham Jewish Federation's Board of Directors. |
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The LJCC's annual gala fundraiser, the J'la. Rooted in more than 100 years of service and built on the purpose of creating, serving, and enhancing community through the lens of Jewish identity, The J provides a safe and welcoming space for children and adults of all ages and backgrounds to learn and thrive. |
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Join us for our Weekend of Welcome to kick off our programming year! Friday, August 22 5:00 PM - Happy Hour in Abroms Hall 5:30 PM - Prayer Gather for the Release of the Hostages 6:00 PM - Shabbat Service 7:00 PM - Temple Circles Kick Off and Fried Chicken Dinner in Abroms Hall Saturday, August 23 9:00 AM - Torah Study 10:00 AM - Shabbat Service - David Schniper Bar Mitzvah 5:30 PM - TEFTY Fall Kickoff Sunday, August 24 9:30 AM - Religious School Open House 10:00 AM - Religious School Carnival at Temple Beth El
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It 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. |
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Tot Shabbat with Robin Berger & Shabbat B'yachad with Rabbi Matt Dreffin. Lunch immediately following |
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"You don't heal from the loss of a loved one because time passes. You heal because of what you do with the time." Carol Crandell CJFS's Grief Support Circle* is an opportunity for Grief Friendship Group members to meet and greet and expand their community. If you have participated in one of CJFS's Grief Support Groups and/or a Community Grief Support Grief Group and would like to attend, please contact Caleigh@cjfsbham.org or 205-278-7101. *Bring your own lunch
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For those interested in deepening their Jewish learning or converting to Judaism. Class will be in-person on Thursdays at Temple Beth El, approx. two times each month. Begins August 7th 2025. $180/individual and $300/couples
$180.00
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Join CJFS, LJCC, and community members to welcome Shabbat through this daytime multigenerational service and lunch. RSVP to caleigh@cjfsbham.org or 205-278-7101 to be included in lunch, sponsored by the LJCC. Volunteers welcome, please contact Caleigh.
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It 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. |
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Join Rabbi Wright &/or Cantor Wittner for a light hike and Shabbat service at Birmingham Botanical Gardens |
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Know your workplace rights! This workshop, hosted by the Jewish Community Relations Council and Birmingham-branch EEOC will focus on discrimination in the workplace, including on the basis of religion. The EEOC will be leading the workshop and available to file complaints on-site. Registration coming soon. This event will be hybrid, but lunch will be provided for those attending in person. Contact margaretn@bjf.org with questions or to receive future communications about this event. |
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Join us for 3 Thursdays in September for a fun and engaging introduction to the world of Mahjong! Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this class is designed to teach you the fundamentals of this beloved game. In this hands-on 3 part series, you'll learn the basics of gameplay, including the rules, the tiles, and the strategies that make Mahjong both challenging and exciting. No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity and a sense of fun! $100 for J members | $150 for non-members
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For those interested in deepening their Jewish learning or converting to Judaism. Class will be in-person on Thursdays at Temple Beth El, approx. two times each month. Begins August 7th 2025. $180/individual and $300/couples
$180.00
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It 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. |
2 events,
Join 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. More exercise Questions? Reach out to sheribkrell@gmail.com or eitaliaander@gmail.com We are discussing the concepts in The Book of Joy. Reading not required. All are welcome |
