Red 7 - Brightsmith
From Biblical times to the Baal Shem Tov to today, psychedelic plants have been used to enhance spiritual practice and heal trauma. Madison reports on this movement, documenting the use of psychedelics in underground Jewish communities from New York to Israel. Come share and hear stories about the practice and movement of psychedelic Judaism.
Red 4
We'll review conflicts between 'green energy' or 'sustainable energy' and preservation of biological diversity, and explore Jewish texts, looking for ways to resolve these challenging conflicts.
Orange 14
Before the current Russia-Ukraine war, many Jews associated Ukraine with 'Fiddler on the Roof', pogroms and... Russia. But what is Ukraine, and who are Ukrainian Jews? This presentation will provide an overview of Ukraine's Jews, past and present, and their place within Ukrainian history and society.
Red 2
Join the Jewish Farmer Network for a dance through the Hebrew calendar and the agricultural implications at every turn of the seasons. A Jew is the calendar; we are nothing if not how we move through time. Let’s explore the cycles of grain, fruit, seed and rain while celebrating the rich agricultural roots of our tradition.
Limmud Social Programming Melanie Kelly
Red Bar/Lounge
Pack your knitting for Limmud! Join us for a relaxing time with like-minded crafters. Whether you knit, crochet or simply want to learn how, it's a chance to recharge with fellow yarn enthusiasts. Life is better seen through a ball of wool!
Orange 12
Is this even an issue? Why? Why not? Share your experience and learn about best practices.
Red 8
Uncover gems from ancient Jewish mysticism around the topic of unconditional love in the teachings of the Chassidic Master, Rebbe Nachman of Breslov. We'll take a dive deep into daily practices of transformation and how to stay elevated every day.
Daniel Daniel UK Jewish Film Festival
Orange 13
'When a young Jewish girl begins to doubt her faith, she must find God or risk giving birth to a demon child.' This is a period folk/horror film, 23 minutes, Yiddish language with subtitles.
Yellow 21
Have you ever wondered how a poet sees the world and interacts with it - creatively, meaningfully and playfully? This life-affirming session, run by author and poet Marvin J Shaw, is for all poets and would-be poets who wish to recreate and transform their life in a meaningful and exciting way.
Robbie Gringras Abi Dauber Sterne
Red 1
Come join us for your daily dose of disagreement! How can we address our deep heartfelt disagreements about Israel, Judaism and life in general, and feel enriched not attacked? We’ll work in small groups with stories, clear guidelines and courageous honesty to dig in to the real stuff. Each day we'll address new topics and share new techniques.
Red 5
Disaster response aims to address the immediate needs of affected populations while promoting resilience and recovery. This talk will outline the key principles of disaster response and will discuss how we can (and are) currently applying them in both Israel and the UK.
Red 3
Having to navigate different time zones, cultures and practices across European Jewish Communities has challenged even my creative approach to education. Come and hear about what Jewish education and schools look like in Europe today and how making it relevant has never been so important.
Orange 15
The violence in Sudan this year has resulted in over 10,000 deaths and the displacement of millions, and yet has barely made the news. Join Monim Haroon, a refugee from Darfur now living and working with refugees in Israel, as we discuss the influence of Jewish support for Darfuris in the early 2000s and to discuss what we can do today.
Orange 11
The UN General Assembly has asked the International Court of Justice "What are the legal consequences arising from the ongoing violation by Israel of the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination?" What are the prospects for Israel and for justice, and what can be done to improve them?
Orange 10
The participants of the Chief Rabbi’s Ben Azzai Programme, have just returned from Rwanda, where they spent 8 days learning about international development, climate change, and Jewish global social responsibility. Come along to hear about their experiences and learn why Jewish people should engage with global issues.