Red 5
This talk is to promote a discussion on ‘Ornitheology; (Burrell 2024: Birding | Ornitheology) i.e. ‘flying creatures’ which Leviticus and Deuteronomy nominate as being 'unclean'. By the end of the workshop you should be able to identify unclean flying creatures, including those not in the Torah, understanding why they are not kosher.
Red 3
Join the David Cards experience for a meaningful exploration of your connection to Judaism and Israel. Discover how art simplifies discussions about Israel and Jewish identity. Together we will examine compelling Jewish illustrations, questioning the individual's relationship with the community.
Blue 32 - Wellbeing hub
In 2017 Rabbi Zac Kamenetz had a first pscychedelic experience in a research study at John Hopkins university with 24 faith leaders. He learned of the importance of preparing Jews and their communities for the integration of psychedelics. Hear his story and his vision for bringing psychedelics into Jewish spiritual tradition.
Red 1
Born in London and educated at Oxford, Leon Roth (1896-1963) was a renowned Jewish philosopher. He taught at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where he was Rector. He wrote Judaism: A Portrait (1960). He held that as Jews we must know Hebrew; as citizens of the world we must know English; and as citizens of Israel we must know Arabic.
Red 7
We will read as a group a short text in Yiddish. Being able to read and understand Yiddish is required as there will no translations provided. There is a strong liklihood this year we look at Old (Western) Yiddish stories from before the 18th Century.
Mayse Nisim Amsterdam 1696 (8).pdf
Red 4
Did you know it may have actually been one giant frog? What’s with the plague multiplication maths? Who was Rabbi Gamliel anyway? Impress your relatives with your contributions next Pesach. Come learn the stories behind the Haggadah with some morsels of Midrash and titbits of Talmud, and pick up some resources to bring home.
Orange 11
Israel-Palestine has often become the elephant in the interfaith room, since October 7th and during the ongoing war, Interfaith spaces between communities have ceased or become few-and-far between. Go beyond bhajis and bagels, for an interactive workshop on interfaith, building bridges, fostering hope whilst not avoiding the elephant.
Orange 12
When work is allowed on Shabbat, what happens to its magic? Does Shabbat become just another Tuesday, or is there a deeper essence to cling to? Do nurses, doctors, and others who work on Shabbat, simply have to miss out? Through texts, we’ll explore how working on Shabbat transforms the experience of the day and challenges what makes it special.
Orange 15
How do you get a five year old in 1960 Jerusalem to eat his vegetables? What did my great-grandfather do on his death-bed, that shocked the British Consul? Gil Hovav, an Israeli author and publisher, tells stories about Jerusalem of his childhood, that no longer exists.
Yellow 21
Join Ben for a guided meditation session that explores the intersection of mindfulness and Jewish values. Experience the power of mindfulness through a secular guided meditation practice that is open to all levels of experience.
Orange 10
Play for fun, play for victory - find your favourite shabbat-friendly games and challenge your friends! All ages are welcome, as long as you bring your competitive spirit! Participants will provide the board games.
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