Southern Jewish Voices presents stories about Jewish life in Birmingham and around the South. The program is presented through a series of interviews conducted in front of a live audience and includes a complimentary lunch. Videos of all sessions are archived online.
Jewish Birmingham Unites for First-Ever Joint Annual Meeting & Awards On Sunday, January 25, from 3:00–4:30 PM, the Birmingham Jewish community will gather for a milestone event: the first-ever Jewish Birmingham: Joint Annual Meeting & Awards. This historic program brings together six cornerstone institutions: The Birmingham Jewish Federation, the Birmingham Jewish Foundation, the Levite Jewish Community Center, the N.E. Miles Jewish Day School, Collat Jewish Family Services, and the Alabama Holocaust Education Center for a shared moment of reflection, celebration, and vision.Bag Policy: Only non-clear bags smaller than 5″x7″ will be permitted entry. Any type of non-clear bag exceeding 5″x7″ in size will not be permitted. With the exception of medically necessary bags.<!-- If you embed multiple forms on your page, only copy one of the lines. Otherwise, multiple copies of the form will appear.--><div data-blackbaud-registration-form data-blackbaud-registration-form-envid="p-6y7bAPB6cE6nVgL2Gevslw" data-blackbaud-registration-form-id="2169ebd7-fc47-419f-bf87-d1beb3b83340" data-blackbaud-registration-form-zone="usa" data-blackbaud-registration-form-header-height="0"> <!-- If your page has a header/overlay, then you can set this 'data-blackbaud-registration-form-header-height' value to your header height so that the payment form will scroll to the proper location when opened. -->
Join us for 3 Tuesdays in January 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 LJCC members | $150 for non-members
Join us for conversation and connection as we spotlight local organizations making a difference. Meet others who are passionate about similar work, learn about the nonprofit’s mission, and hear from Jewish community members who are connected with the featured groups. This session will feature representatives from ¡HICA!(Hispanic and Immigrant Center of Alabama) with former Board Member and Tamale Captain Joyce Shevin. Participants are invited to bring their own lunch; we'll provide beverages and desserts!
An engaging session on Kabbalah, supernatural beliefs, and how traditional Judaism approaches mystical ideas. Learn alongside members of the LJCC and Birmingham community in this conversational talk with Rabbi Friedman. While there is a specific monthly theme, Rabbi Friedman is open to any and all questions about Jews and Judaism. Rabbi Yossi Friedman is a Chabad rabbi and teacher. With over 25 years of experience, he is dedicated to fostering Jewish education and community engagement. A free, kosher lunch comes with registration.
Southern Jewish Voices presents stories about Jewish life in Birmingham and around the South. The program is presented through a series of interviews conducted in front of a live audience and includes a complimentary lunch. Videos of all sessions are archived online.
Join us for drinks, connection, and conversation as we spotlight a local organization making a difference. Meet others who are passionate about similar work, learn about the nonprofit's mission, and hear from a Jewish community member who advocates with the featured group. Registration coming soon.