Ahavath Achim Synagogue

Family and Kesher Shabbat Experience ⏺️
2024-12-07 09:00 - 12:30, 2025-02-01 09:00 - 12:30, 2025-03-01 09:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Join us one Saturday a month for our new Family and Kesher Shabbat Experience! We will offer a genuine synagogue and community experience with special opportunities for our children to authentically experience Shabbat with their community, gain comfort in sanctuary space, rituals, and prayer, and prepare for his/her B'nai Mitzvah. Parents, grandparents, and special friends will have the opportunity to engage in these meaningful Jewish experiences with their children, grandchildren, and special friends.
Schedule:

9–9:45 a.m.: Pre-B'nai Mitzvah Breakfast and Learn
9:20 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: Kesher Families (Pre-B'nai Mitzvah cohort joins at 9:45 a.m.)(Nesiah families will join on the dates below denoted with an asterisk)
11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.: Sababa Time for ALL AA Families

Pray 'n' Play (infants–6th grade)
Pre-B'nai Mitzvah

12:15–12:30 p.m.: Everyone to Main Sanctuary
12:30 p.m.: Everyone to Oneg

Dates: September 7, November 2, December 7*, January 11*, February 1, March 1*, April 5, May 3
Questions? Contact the Interim Director of Education: Annsley Klehr (aklehr@aasynagogue.org).
Ahavath Achim Synagogue's youth education programming is generously endowed by the Judith and Aaron z"l Alembik Ahavath Achim Youth Education Program.

Kesher (Pre-K–6th Grade) ⏺️
2025-01-26 09:30 - 12:30, 2025-02-09 09:30 - 12:30, 2025-02-23 09:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-23 09:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-30 09:30 - 12:30, 2025-04-27 09:30 - 12:30, 2025-05-04 09:30 - 12:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Kesher is Hebrew for "connection," and connection is at the center of everything we do. Kesher is Ahavath Achim Synagogue's Jewish school program for children Pre-K through 6th grade.
The Kesher program meshes Jewish holidays and values and children's interests into a child-centered, project-based curriculum. We believe in teaching children to view relationships and interactions with others and the environment through the lens of ten Jewish values. We create confident and curious Jewish learners in a safe space where they can take risks, question, play, learn, explore, engage, create, make meaning, and love. We foster the child's sense of Jewish self-discovery by providing a nurturing environment where each person can explore and create their own identity.
The Kesher program is generously endowed by the Judith and Aaron z"l Alembik Ahavath Achim Youth Education Program.

Tu B'Shvat Family Seder 🔀
2025-02-01 11:15 - 12:15 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Paradies Hall, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Families (with children up to 6th grade) are invited to a Tu B'Shvat Family Seder to celebrate the birthday of trees! Get ready to drink grape juice and try some fruits while enjoying a hands-on, active experience to learn about traditions and rituals around trees.
This event is free, and registration is required (link below). If you can't join us in person, join us virtually via Zoom (link below)!
Questions? Contact the Interim Director of Education: Annsley Klehr (aklehr@aasynagogue.org; 404.603.5754).
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L’Dor V’Drum 🔀
2025-02-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Paradies Hall, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Join us once a month for a lively Shabbat drum circle! This event is designed for families with children in grades K–6, but all are welcome to come together and create a meaningful, intergenerational experience that fosters connection and builds relationships across generations.
This event is free, but registration is preferred.
Questions? Contact Kendall McMahan-Kitchens (ldorvdrum@gmail.com).
This event was made possible in part by the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta's Boost Grant. By registering for this event, you agree to this photo release statement: By attending this event, you agree that the Ahavath Achim Synagogue and the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta may use event photos and videos of you and those you bring to the event, appear in or on marketing materials, including websites and social media.
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Purim PaloozAA ⏺️
2025-03-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Join us for our annual Purim PaloozAA—It's going to be a carnival of fun! Put on your best costume and gather for games, crafts, prizes, treats, and fun! Attractions include a dunk tank, inflatable obstacle course, bounce house, balloon twisting demonstration, games galore, and more! A calming room will be available for overstimulated guests. This decreased-stimulation environment space will be free to use as needed.
The cost to attend is as follows and covers all games, activities, and snacks. (Price increases at the door.)

$18 for individuals
$36 for families of 2–4
$54 for families of 5–6
$72 for families of 7+

The deadline to register (form below) is Friday, March 7.
Questions? Contact the Interim Director of Education: Annsley Klehr (aklehr@aasynagogue.org; 404.603.5754).
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Purim has four mitzvot or "good deeds," one of which is to help those in need or Matanot LaEvyonim. Backpack Buddies is an organization with the goal of helping children with food insecurity. At the event, AA's Backpack Buddies committee will pack backpacks to be taken home by elementary school children. Please bring any of the following non-perishable and individually packaged items: peanut butter and cheese crackers, Goldfish crackers, microwave popcorn packets, granola bars, breakfast bars, individual packs/boxes of cereals, oatmeal packets, hot chocolate packets, juice boxes, cookies small individual packets, macaroni and cheese, tuna fish, applesauce, fruit cups, or small (non-breakable) containers of peanut butter.
Calling teen volunteers! We are looking for teen volunteers to help at the carnival. For information about becoming a volunteer, please contact Annsley Klehr.

Passover Family Shabbat Experience ⏺️
2025-04-05 09:00 - 12:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Join us one Saturday a month for our new Family and Kesher Shabbat Experience! We will offer a genuine synagogue and community experience with special opportunities for our children to authentically experience Shabbat with their community, gain comfort in sanctuary space, rituals, and prayer, and prepare for his/her B'nai Mitzvah. Parents, grandparents, and special friends will have the opportunity to engage in these meaningful Jewish experiences with their children, grandchildren, and special friends.
Special Passover Family Shabbat Schedule:

9–9:45 a.m.: Pre-B'nai Mitzvah Cohort
9:30–10:00 a.m.: Breakfast
10–11:15 a.m.: Kesher Classes (families can play games, join services, or go to Torah Study)
11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.: Family-Friendly Passover Seder for the AA Community
12:15–12:30 p.m.: Everyone to Main Sanctuary
12:30 p.m.: Everyone to Oneg

Dates: September 7, November 2, December 7*, January 11*, February 1, March 1*, April 5, May 3
Questions? Contact the Interim Director of Education: Annsley Klehr (aklehr@aasynagogue.org).
Ahavath Achim Synagogue's youth education programming is generously endowed by the Judith and Aaron z"l Alembik Ahavath Achim Youth Education Program.

Pray 'n' Play ⏺️
2025-05-03 11:15 - 12:15 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
This month, we will not have a full Family and Kesher Shabbat Experience, but infants through 6th graders are still invited to join us for Pray 'n' Play from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.!
Family and Kesher Shabbat Experience dates: September 7, November 2, December 7*, January 11*, February 1, March 1*, April 5, May 3
Questions? Contact the Interim Director of Education: Annsley Klehr (aklehr@aasynagogue.org).
Ahavath Achim Synagogue's youth education programming is generously endowed by the Judith and Aaron z"l Alembik Ahavath Achim Youth Education Program.

Kesher and Nesiah End-of-Year Ceremony and Brunch ⏺️
2025-05-04 09:30 - 12:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Ellman Chapel, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Join us for the Kesher and Nesiah End-of-Year Ceremony and Brunch, where we celebrate the end of the year and recognize students, staff, friends, and families who have helped make this year possible!
Questions? Contact the Interim Director of Education: Annsley Klehr (aklehr@aasynagogue.org).
The Kesher and Nesiah programs are generously endowed by the Judith and Aaron z"l Alembik Ahavath Achim Youth Education Program.

AA Play and Pray ⏺️
2025-08-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Paradies Hall, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Join us for a very special family service! Bring your little ones (ages 0-8) for a joyful, interactive Shabbat morning designed just for young families! Rabbi Rosenthal will guide you and your children through a prayer-filled experience where you'll learn the beautiful prayers of the Shabbat morning service, explore meaningful Shabbat rituals, and reconnect with the soul-stirring melodies that make Shabbat special.
What awaits your family:

Interactive learning of Shabbat prayers and rituals
Traditional melodies that will touch your hearts
Delicious snacks, Kiddush juice, and fresh challah
Opportunities to build lasting friendships within our community
A welcoming space for children to engage with their Jewish heritage

Whether you're a longtime member or new to our synagogue family, Play and Pray creates the perfect environment for spiritual connection, community building, and making cherished memories with your children. Come as you are, and leave with hearts full of Shabbat joy and new connections!
Questions? Contact the Associate Rabbi and Director of Lifelong Learning: Eric Feld (efeld@aasynagogue.org).
Ahavath Achim Synagogue's youth education programming is generously endowed by the Judith and Aaron z"l Alembik Ahavath Achim Youth Education Program.

Erev Simchat Torah Family Service | Featuring the Ahavath Achim Children’s Choir
2025-10-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue — Epstein Sanctuary, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Join us for a family-friendly musical evening with celebration of Ahavath Achim's children and youth community!

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In Person: Epstein Sanctuary

Kesher (Pre-K–6th Grade) ⏺️
2025-11-02 09:30 - 12:30, 2025-12-07 09:30 - 12:30, 2026-01-10 09:30 - 12:30, 2026-01-25 09:30 - 12:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Kesher is Hebrew for "connection," and connection is at the center of everything we do. Kesher is Ahavath Achim Synagogue's Jewish school program for children Pre-K through 6th grade.
The Kesher program meshes Jewish holidays and values and children's interests into a child-centered, project-based curriculum. We believe in teaching children to view relationships and interactions with others and the environment through the lens of ten Jewish values (listed below). We create confident and curious Jewish learners in a safe space where they can take risks, question, play, learn, explore, engage, create, make meaning, and love. We foster the child's sense of Jewish self-discovery by providing a nurturing environment where each person can explore and create their own identity.
The Kesher program is generously endowed by the Judith and Aaron z"l Alembik Ahavath Achim Youth Education Program.
