Orange 15
First-hand story of the Ethiopian exodus to Israel. It was 1980. My family, and 300 other members of our village, were making Aliyah: the journey to Israel, that every Jew is expected to make in their lifetime. My family risked our lives on a harrowing journey to Sudan, enroute to our promised land of Israel. Followed by Q&A
Yellow 21
Al Hanisim is the addition we make to our liturgy on Chanukah and Purim to celebrate miracles of salvation. But a closer look at the sources shows that the events that Al Hanisim commemorates are much more complex than the text suggests, and that there are problems with the stories Al Hanisim tells. Are we lying to ourselves when we recite it?
Al Hanisim Handout.pdf
Orange 10
Gil Hovav, an Israeli gay author and tv personality, talks about coming out, being gay in the Israeli army, long life partnership, and gay parenting. A 20 minute talk and then some fab Q&A.
Red Bar/Lounge
Back by popular demand! Join residents of Moishe House Kilburn to play some good old fashioned Dobble. All ages and abilities welcomed.
Orange 14
The Middle East has gone through a dramatic transformation in recent years, from new energy alliances and old and new energy discoveries to the Abraham Accords and the potential new agreement with Saudi Arabia. The session will provide a unique closer look into some of these developments and the prospects following the Oct 7 and its aftermath.
Yellow 24
This session will explore ethnic diversity among the Jewish people seen in our texts from ancient times to modern days and the challenges we face within our communities and within the general public. This is a difficult and at times painful topic. The session will require empathy and humility from participants for learning and self-reflection.
Red 4
The first book of the Torah ends with Joseph’s death, but how does that relate to how it all began? Rereading the Joseph story reveals an underlying pattern throughout Genesis and explains what was going through Joseph’s mind when he speaks to his brothers in the last chapter. For those who have a hard time forgiving, this session is for you.
Red 3
Having grown up in the Charedi community and left it, one of the through lines in my religious experience has always been Shabbos. Shabbos has been both a great and terrible time over the course of my life. I have fought and suffered for Shabbos, and I've loved and cherished it. I'll be sharing my experiences of Shabbos across my religious journey.
Red 7
In his essay "The Light and the Dark" Emanuel Levinas criticizes the glorification of war and offers an original understanding of the message of Chanukah. In the session will present his claim and then turn to classic rabbinic texts with regards to the Chanukah Menorah, and read them in Levinas' eyes - telling a story of wonder and renewal.
Orange 11
That mystery is the confrontation with what is hidden - the reason why we are here in this world. Peter Mond shares two life-changing events - which took place in the Lanes of Brighton and Tzfat - which led to discovering his real identity, his mission; and the writing of two books. Come and share your stories of discovery, of your uniqueness.
Hotel Lobby
Come and enjoy the winter air with a relaxing stroll as we digest our delicious lunch. We will take in the forest and the lake at a slow pace.
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