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THURSDAY 29 JANUARY
Alyth Children’s Theatre – ACT (17:00)
Our drama group for primary school aged children. The group rehearse all year and then perform the show in the summer. This year’s show is Matilda.
The Alyth Chavruta Project (19:00)
For this new series in January and February, we will trace the history of the idea that human beings are created B’tzelem Elohim – in the image of God. Please email: elliott@alyth.org.uk for more information and to register your interest. (ID: 818 1674 8326 Passcode: 455397)
FRIDAY 30 JANUARY
Baby Den (10:30)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with young children.
The Jews Of Belarus Exhibition – Making History Together (17:00)
Commemorating National Holocaust Day: The Jews of Belarus Exhibition will be available in the Leo Baeck Hall, Wednesday 27 January to February 8, inclusive. There will be a Reception on Friday, 30 January at 17:00 with special guests, Debra Brunner, Creator of the Exhibition, Alyth President, Andrew Gellert and Artur Livshyts, the Country Director and Co-Founder of the The Together Plan in Belarus. Very few people know about the history of the Holocaust in the Soviet Union. After 1945, the Soviet Union declared that all Soviet citizens suffered during the war, making it almost impossible for Jewish people to speak about their suffering. Approximately 2.7 million of the six million Jews killed between 1939 and 1945 were in the Soviet Union. Understanding what happened to the Jews in the Soviet Union helps give clarity to understanding the Holocaust – a complex and difficult subject. As the exhibition is interactive, please bring headphones. Please contact lynette@alyth.org.uk for more information.
Ruach (17:15)
Our pre-Bar/Bat Mitzvah programme delivered by our wonderful team of madrichim. Participants can come from 16:30 for Drop-In and are expected to stay for the Erev Shabbat Service, finishing at 19:30. Parents are welcome to stay for coffee and a chat in the meeting room.
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person. Led by Rabbi Hannah and Hannah Kieve. The Dvar Torah will be given by our Head of Music, Hannah Kieve to mark Shabbat Shirah and Alyth’s rich musical tradition.
(ID: 892 7116 7329 Passcode: 785089)
SATURDAY 31 JANUARY
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
An unaccompanied service led by Rabbi Hannah and Hannah Kieve. Including the Bar Mitzvah of Sammy Small. The sermon will be given by Cantor Sarah Grabiner.
(ID: 828 1256 3058 Passcode: 785089)
Explanatory Choral Service (10:30)
Led by Rabbi Nicola with the Alyth Choir. With explanations of some of our key repertoire from Viv Bellos, Head of Music Emerita.
(ID: 316 316 6763 Passcode: 311220)
SUNDAY 1 FEBRUARY
Sunday Shacharit (9:00)
Every Alyth week begins with a member-led minyan. All are welcome.
(ID: 864 4782 5935 Passcode: 785089
Sunday Morning Galim (10:00)
Our Jewish education programme for Reception to Year 6. Click here to enrol into SMG.
SMG provides our youngest members with the opportunity to explore their Jewish identity; key Jewish behaviour and rituals and Jewish texts.
Translating The Siddur (11:15) Online Only
Prayer Book Hebrew: studying the Hebrew and how it is translated – a programme for those with high-level Hebrew reading ability. Email edwardjgold@hotmail.com if you would like to join this class so that you can be sent the link and materials in advance.
Academy of Performing Arts (18:00)
A feature of the Alyth calendar for secondary school aged children, our youth drama group has been running for 32 years this year. The company rehearse and then perform the show in May.
Tu Bishvat Supper Quiz (18:45)
Back by popular demand, the Alyth Supper Quiz is a fun evening with old and new friends, a silent auction, raffle and a delicious supper to feed your brain cells. Either make up your own table of 10 or we can allocate you a table. Cost is £30 a ticket. To buy your tickets, please click here or for more information, please call Deborah on 020 8457 8784.
The silent auction has top price tickets to the sold-out Raye (at the 02) and Lily Allen (at the London Palladium) concerts on offer. You can place your bid online here ahead of the Quiz or on the night. Good luck!
MONDAY 2 FEBRUARY
The Alyth Social (14:00)
This week: Lynette’s Tu Bishvat Quiz – This Tu Bishvat, come and test your knowledge with Lynette and the team. Join us for an afternoon of entertainment, discussion, tea and great company! Contact Lynette for more information. All are welcome.
Alyth Book Club (18:30)
Yiftach Atir, The English Teacher – After attending her father’s funeral, Rachel Goldschmitt empties her bank account and disappears without trace. She has been a deep-cover agent for Mossad. Fearing the damage she could do to Israel, Mossad assigns Ehud, her handler, to conduct an urgent investigation to track her down. What unfolds is a story which explores how love, loyalty and truth can get caught between an agent’s assumed identity and her real one. Based on a true incident and filmed with Martin Freeman and Diana Kruger as ‘The Operative.’ Yiftach Atir participated in Operation Entebbe and worked in military intelligence until retirement. The English Teacher was a best-seller in Israel. In its review, Ha’aretz wrote that Atir “seeks to pinpoint the fine line separating the moral actions which operatives perform for their country and their own exploitation.” (ID: 816 0975 2765 Passcode: 785089)
Monday Club (19:00)
A friendly in-person meeting place for people with learning and other disabilities. This week: Songs With Piano. For more information or to let us know you will be attending, please email lynette@alyth.org.uk
TUESDAY 3 FEBRUARY
Hadracha: Year 9 (17:00)
Our new Year 9 group comes together for our weekly leadership programme.
Please click here to sign up.
Hebrew Reading Courses (19:00)
19:00 – For beginners to learn the aleph-bet and basic decoding skills.
20:00 – For those already proficient in Hebrew reading, to continue to develop their skills.
Taught by Alyth member, Jan Roseman. For further information, please contact: elliott@alyth.org.uk
Alyth Choral Society (19:00)
The Alyth Choral Society explores an exciting range of new repertoire, including theatre music and contemporary works, whilst continuing to develop its traditional strengths in cantata and oratorio. Each year, the Choral Society performs a Winter, Spring and Summer concert. See alythchoralsociety.com for further information.
Weekly Ma’ariv (19:30)
A new opportunity to pray together on a weekly basis, in person at Alyth and online. Led by Alyth member Michael Simon. (ID: 865 0905 0915 Passcode: 785089)
Judaism the Essentials (20:00)
Our regular introduction to Judaism class taught by our clergy. Essentials is the perfect class for those coming to Judaism for the first time, or looking to consolidate the learning of a lifetime – or anywhere in between. New students are always welcome. Please contact Rabbi Elliott elliott@alyth.org.uk for more information. This week: We welcome guest teacher Cantor Sarah Grabiner, who will lead our Tu Bishvat Seder and reflect on Jewish Environmental Ethics
Alyth Productions (20:00)
Our new amateur dramatic group for adults with a passion for acting and singing. Please contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information.
WEDNESDAY 4 FEBRUARY
Biblical Hebrew (18:00) Online Only
Biblical Hebrew: Studying the Weekly Parashah – a programme for those with high level Hebrew reading ability. Email edwardjgold@hotmail.com if you would like to join this class so that you can be sent the link and materials in advance.
THURSDAY 5 FEBRUARY
Pardes (13:00)
With our Alyth Rabbis and other visiting clergy, we will be working our way through the Torah week-by-week, delving into the parashah from a number of different perspectives. As part of this study, we will also consider how the Torah portion relates to the weekly Haftarah reading from our Progressive Calendar of Readings. Please join us for this exciting year-long project. This week: Yitro with Rabbi Nicola. (ID: 822 5760 2759 Passcode: 311220)
Alyth Children’s Theatre – ACT (17:00)
Our drama group for primary school aged children. The group rehearse all year and then perform the show in the summer.
Annual Meeting Of Congregants (19:00)
The Annual Meeting of Congregants of Alyth, will take place on Thursday 5 February 2025 at 19:00 in person and online via Zoom. Please click here to register and let us know you are attending. Please join us at 19:00 for refreshments and a chance to meet the Board of Trustees, before the meeting starts at 19:30. Calling papers are available here. (ID: 894 1634 5530 Passcode: 785089)
The Alyth Chavruta Project (19:00)
For this new series in January and February, we will trace the history of the idea that human beings are created B’tzelem Elohim – in the image of God. Please email: elliott@alyth.org.uk for more information and to register your interest. (ID: 818 1674 8326 Passcode: 455397)
SAVE THE DATE
Shabbat B’Yachad Lunch (Saturday 7 February 12:30)
Please join us for our usual Shabbat B’Yachad Lunch following the Shabbat morning service. On this occasion, we will be joined by members of Alyth’s Judaism: The Essentials group who will be participating in their own Shabbaton. Please join us for good company and good food. There is no charge involved in this activity, but donations are always welcome. For catering purposes, please let Lynette know you will be coming: lynette@alyth.org.uk or 020 8457 8793.
Alyth Community Dog Walk (Sunday 8 February 10:00)
Join our community walk on the Heath Extension, with or without a dog (but with an umbrella just in case!). We will meet at Alyth where you can pick up a coffee for the walk.
The Future Of The High Holy Days Focus Groups (Sunday 8 February 10:30-12:00; Thursday 12 February 19:30-21:00; Monday 16 February, 19:30-21:00)
For many years, our High Holy Day services at the Sternberg Centre have been a deeply-valued part of our communal life. As our community continues to grow in number and diversity, it is timely to reflect thoughtfully on how we plan for the future – ensuring that our High Holy Days services continue to serve our community well for many years to come. This is not about making decisions or changing arrangements at this stage, but about listening carefully and responsibly to the experiences, hopes and priorities of our members. With this in mind, the High Holy Day Working Group will be hosting a number of focus groups in February. These conversations will give us the opportunity to hear from a wide range of perspectives and help inform our long-term planning.We hope you will consider taking part and contributing your voice to this important conversation. Please click here to select which focus group you would like to attend.
Book Launch: Ankers Away (Tuesday 10 February 19:00)
Join Alyth member Leslie Michaels as he speaks about his new book, Ankers Away, which tells the story of his mother’s family in the Free City of Danzig, the impact of the freely-elected Nazi Government on the family and its Jewish citizens. The book describes the unique deal which the Danzig Government made with the Jewish community, enabling the vast majority of Jews to depart in large groups until mid 1940 and to save its treasures and archives. We are also delighted to welcome Dr Toby Simpson (Strategic Head of the Imperial War Museum North) who will introduce the talk.
Ramble (Sunday 15 February 10:00-16:00)
Join the Alyth Ramblers for Three Lakes and Birds; distance 6 miles. Meet at Bury Lake Café in the Park very close to the car park. Wear boots as it may be very muddy. Bring binoculars if you like birds (herons, cormorants and amazing ducks) No hills! Please email vivienne.bellos@btinternet.com to book or for more information.
Feb Fun For Young Ones (Monday 16 – Friday 20 February 9:00 – 13:00)
Feb Fun is for children aged 2 to 4. It will bring together all our members and is a chance to see friends from Alyth and to meet new people too. Please email eszter@alyth.org.uk for more information or click here to sign up
Disability and Inclusion Forum (Tuesday 17 February 19:00)
Please join our new Disability and Inclusion Forum where we will discuss how best to include all members in our activities and our building in a fully accessible way. For more details, please contact lynette@alyth.org.uk and to register, please click here.
An Opportunity To Exhibit Your Art At Alyth
We are excited to announce the launch of Galleria Osef (Gallery Collection), a new and exciting opportunity to see our members artwork at Alyth from February 2026. We are inviting submissions of drawings and painting from Alyth members for the inaugural exhibition. A new hanging and display system will be installed outside the Cecil Rosen Hall with selected works exhibited for a period of three months, after which the display will rotate to feature new artists. For the full terms and conditions and the submission form, please click here. The application deadline is 31 January 2026.
Purim @Alyth (Sunday 1 March & Monday 2 March)
We are already planning Purim 2026 and it promises to be a party to remember, with something for everyone. On Sunday 1 March, between 10:00 and 12:00, we will be holding a Family Purim Party. On Monday 2 March, the festivities begin at 18:00 with a spiel and food, followed by a Ma’ariv and Megillah reading at 20:30. More details coming soon.
Purim Alyth Whiskey Society (Sunday 1 March 18:30)
Join us for an Alyth Whisky Society Purim Special (it’s a mitzvah!) and toast Mordechai, Esther and all that is good.
Following a spectacular evening of English Whiskies, for Purim we are “East Of”. Please bring some Whisky from The Levant or the East to share, or just come along and enjoy the whisky, the company and new food pairings. All welcome, young (18+) and older, regulars and first-timers. Tickets: £10. Please click here to book
Alyth’s Annual Iftar (Sunday 8 March 16:00)
Over 13 years, Alyth has brought communities together to talk, study and eat at our annual Iftar. We are grateful for the friendships which have grown over the years at this very special event in our annual calendar. It is vital that we continue to reach out beyond boundaries of difference, to cultivate friendships and to deepen our understanding of our brothers and sisters of different cultures, backgrounds and faiths. We will come together for the call to prayer, finishing in time to share our Iftar meal which, as always, will be plentiful and delicious. . Please click here to sign up.
Alyth Book Club (Monday 9 March 18:30) With The Author On Zoom
LM Affrossman, Simon’s Wife – Following the Roman destruction of Jerusalem in the year 70CE, 19-year-old Shlamzion bat Judah finds herself captured and awaiting both her own execution and that of her husband, Simon bar Giora, one of the leaders of the Jewish Revolt against Rome which ended in the destruction of the Temple. Alone and forgotten, there seems little reason to go on living, yet a strange friendship begins to grow between Shelamzion and her austere, old Roman jailor, Fabius Cornelius Grammaticus. With his pretensions to be recognised as an historian in the style of Livy, it is Shlamzion he turns to to record the true version of events behind the Jewish Revolt. Time is running out, however and unknowingly, history is being rewritten by a traitor’s hand. We are delighted that the author, Lesley Affrossman will be joining us on zoom this month. (ID: 816 0975 2765 Passcode: 785089)
Alyth Productions Presents …… Stepping Out! (Sunday 22 March 14:00 & 18:00)
Please come to see Stepping Out! and support our incredible amateur adult cast as they perform for the first time. There are two shows at 14:00 and 18:00 Tickets can be bought in advance by clicking here or contact sam@alyth.org.uk. Adults £15; Concessions £12; Schoolchildren £7. Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy the show!
Nuremberg Screening & Conversation With The Author (Saturday 28 March 17:45)
Following Havdalah, we will be screening the film Nuremberg, starring Russell Crowe and Rami Malek which is based on the book “The Nazi and the Psychiatrist”. We are delighted that its author, Jack El-Hai, has agreed to give his first UK talk via Zoom from his home in Minneapolis post the screening. The evening will begin at 17:45 with Havdalah, then the film with dinner, followed by the talk. £15/person. Please click here to sign up, Jack El-Hai writes nonfiction books, longform narratives, podcasts, and the free monthly Damn History newsletter for writers and readers of popular history. He covers medicine, history, science, and crime. Among his published books are The Nazi and the Psychiatrist, The Lobotomist, The Lost Brothers, and Face In The Mirror.
Social & Cultural B’Yachad Theatre Trip (Sunday 12 April 13:00)
Please join us to see the last multi-award winning performance of Yentl by Isaac Bashevis Singer, at the Rudolf Steiner Theatre, Marylebone. After the show there will be an opportunity to share our thoughts over a cup of tea and piece of cake either in the theatre or locally. Tickets: £35.00 (only 12 tickets available). To book please email: lynette@alyth.org.uk
If you are unable to join us on this trip,, please look out over the coming months for more of our Social and Cultural B’Yachad events, our new group enjoying social and cultural events together.
Neshamah – New Alyth Youth Choir (Friday 17 April 17:15)
Neshamah, meaning soul or spirit, is Alyth’s new choir for children in Years 3 – 5. This is an opportunity for children’s voices and energy to enhance our communal and spiritual life. Meeting weekly during term time before the Erev Shabbat Service. For more information, please contact: music@alyth.org.uk
Alyth Trip To Poland (Wednesday 29 April – Sunday 3 May 2026) LAST CHANCE TO BOOK
We are running a four day educational and meaningful trip to Krakow and its surrounding areas and we have just a few spaces left. Offered in partnership with J-Roots and the Krakow Progressive Jewish Community, we will visit a number of sites, including a day in Auschwitz. Four star accommodation, full coach travel, educator and guide all included – Cost for 20 – 25 people £1,650pp; 25 – 30 people £1,550pp. Excludes flights and travel insurance. For further details and to sign up, please email: lynette@alyth.org.uk Booking closes on 28 February.
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