Orange 12
There are certain words Jews should not translate out of 'Jewish' without being aware of the harm they are doing to the concept concerned. Perhaps surprisingly, these are not the New York Yiddish words of popular culture but deeper, richer words that we should all own and use. Come and argue. This session is (mostly) in English!
Red 1
Arguments are often avoided. They can be scary, caustic and hurtful. But arguments can also be healthy, thoughtful and life-giving. In this session, through an interactive study of texts by Rebbe Nachman of Breslov and others, we will explore how arguments can contribute to ourselves and to our society.
Dispute as Space for Creation.pdf
Red 7 - Brightsmith
Experience the joy of singing these timeless tunes as we delve into the history and meaning behind each niggun (Chassidic tune). You'll have the opportunity to hear the story behind each niggun and then sing them, discovering how these melodies have touched hearts and transcended generations, connecting us to the essence of Chassidic spirituality.
Red 5
Join us for a captivating text-based series delving into the rich narratives of these inspiring women. Explore their wisdom, courage and enduring legacy that continue to shape Jewish history and faith. The first in this series is about Sarah, a barren woman who becomes the ultimate matriarch in her old age.
Orange 10
As my mother knows too well, guilt is a very powerful tool (or weapon, depending on how you look at it). Looking at traditional texts, let's explore the Jewish concept of guilt and how it can be used to build a better world, or just get what we want. Recommended for Jewish mothers and children of Jewish mothers. Others welcome. No pressure. Really.
Red 3
The obligation of lighting candles, hadlakat nerot, before Shabbat is widely understood as a mitzvah (commandment) that requires a formal blessing and is considered one of women’s quintessential mitzvot. This session will explore how this custom developed and how candle-lighting became entrusted to women.
Red 4
The Talmud famously writes that the temple was destroyed because of 'baseless hatred'. Rav Kook wrote that the solution to baseless hatred is baseless love. Join us to find out why he was wrong.
Holly Gibson Blu Cohen-Grazin Natalie Grazin
Orange 11
A peer support space for parents of neurodivergent children, led by an autistic teenager, an SEN family support worker and a parent. We will share experience and knowledge, including the challenges particular to the Jewish community context. Non-judgmental: an opportunity to laugh together and build community among others who understand.
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