Mincha/Seudah Sheleshet/Ma'ariv/Havdallah 🔀
2025-11-01 17:45 - 19:45 (America/New_York) | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Ellman Chapel, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Join us each week as we say goodbye to Shabbat and start the following week anew. Prayer, Torah reading, a short study with the rabbi, a light seudah sheleshet (third meal), and a musical havdallah will be part of this experience!
Join us in Ellman Chapel or via Zoom. Join Zoom

Conclusion of Shabbat
2025-11-01 19:10, 2025-11-08 18:04, 2025-11-15 17:59, 2025-11-22 17:56, 2025-11-29 17:54 | GA

Blood Drive ⏺️
2025-11-02 09:00 - 14:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Srochi Auditorium, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Blood saves lives.
Please schedule an appointment today to donate blood at our November 2nd Blood Drive.
From 3 blood drives so far in 2025, we collected 255 pints of blood. If we collect 90 pints in November, our total will be 345 pints for the year. That can save up to 1,035 lives.

To register go to: www.redcrossblood.org
Under Find a Drive enter code JWV to schedule your appointment

or use this QR code, which will take donors directly to our blood drive appointments:

Mark your calendar now with the dates of our 2026 Blood Drives:

February 1st
May 3rd,
August 2nd
November 1st

In 2026, let's set our goal at 350 pints and 5 new donors from each organization.

Kesher (Pre-K–6th Grade) ⏺️
2025-11-02 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.

Great Big Recycling Event ⏺️
2025-11-02 09:30 - 13:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Upper Parking Lot, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Open to AA Synagogue members, and participants in the JWV Blood Drive

How can we find ways to repurpose or responsibly recycle items that can't go into our regular recycling?
Do you know what your regular recycling accepts? How can we keep harmful contaminants out of landfills? We'll help you!
Greening Group volunteers will help you unload, then take most items to CHaRM (the Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials) for you! www.livethrive.org/charm
We will accept ONLY the items listed below. Please note that many items have charges. We will weigh what you bring.
* Styrofoam: e.g. coolers, appliance packaging: bagged
* Small appliances (55 cents per pound)
* TV's and monitors: ($25.00 each)
* Electronics, electric cords, batteries (NO alkaline) and chargers (55 cents per pound)
* Fluorescent bulb tubes: ($1.00 fee each)
* Plastic pill bottles (with recycling numbers 1, 2, or 5)
* Glass bottles, clean and dry, no lids (35 cents per pound)
* Books: Hardback or paperback
* Plastic bags: Ones that stretch like grocery bags (but not crackly ones)
* Plastic film (filmy white or CLEAN food service like Saran wrap)
* Plastic containers: With triangular recycle sign # 1, 2, 4, 5 or 6
* Household chemicals: Herbicides, pesticides, bug spray, drain cleaner etc. (85 cents per pound)
* Scrap metals
Thank you for participating in this mitzvah!
Questions? Call or text:

June Neumark at 404-213-7540
Patsy Little at 770-823-7609
Myrtle Lewin at 404-409-3169

Naomi's Book Club ▶️
2025-11-03 10:15 - 11:30 | GA
Join Sisterhood on the first Monday of each month for a lively book discussion. November's book is an MJCCA Book Fair selection.
Questions? Contact Madeleine Gimbel (maddy_gimbel@yahoo.com; 404.355.7711).
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Biblical Hebrew Class ▶️
2025-11-04 19:30 - 21:00 | GA
Join us every Tuesday for Biblical Hebrew Class, led by Hebrew instructor, Jim Dricker. In this class, we will cover all aspects of grammar and a well-rounded basic vocabulary. Students set the pace of the program, and we will proceed as fast or as slow as the majority of the class requests. We might take two years to complete… maybe more… perhaps less! The only prerequisite is the ability to sound out Hebrew words.
Required textbook: The First Hebrew Primer: The Adult Beginner's Path to Biblical Hebrew, Third Edition by Simon, Resnikoff, and Motzkin (available on Amazon and other book sellers)

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PLANTLANTA @ AA - Trees Atlanta ⏺️
2025-11-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Click Here to Volunteer

PLANTLANTA
Trees Atlanta's annual planting in each of the 12 districts of the City of Atlanta is coming to the AA!
We will be planting 50 trees (yes, 50!) on our campus in a three-hour stint, and we need lots of volunteers! These trees, some along the islands in the upper parking lot, others from way at the back to under our current tree canopy, will revitalize our exterior, hold rainwater, provide shade, and clean our air.
Wow! But we need lots of help from the AA community—click the button above to sign up now!
Questions? Please contact Myrtle Lewin at 404-409-3196 or aagreening@gmail.com

Candle Lighting
2025-11-07 17:21, 2025-11-14 17:16, 2025-11-21 17:13, 2025-11-28 17:11 | GA

Meshorerim Shabbat Service 🔀
2025-11-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Each month, gather with us in Epstein Sanctuary (or via Zoom) for one Friday evening and one Saturday morning Shabbat service, both led by our inspiring meshorerim!
Join Friday Evening Zoom
Join Saturday Morning Zoom

Worship in Pink Shabbat 🔀
2025-11-08 09:30 - 12:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue — Epstein Sanctuary, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
18th Annual Worship in Pink Shabbat
Presented by the Ahavath Achim Sisterhood Committee
Our Purpose
This Shabbat service honors all cancer survivors, participants of the Susan G. Komen Walks, and the loved ones we have lost.
Guest Speaker
This year our featured guest speaker is Morris Podber, who will be sharing his journey of health and healing from Breast Cancer.
Contact Us
We encourage anyone wanting to participate in the service to contact:
Debra Elovich
dlelovich@gmail.com
Rina Wolfe
rinawolfe10@gmail.com

Zoom

In Person:
Virtual:
Epstein Sanctuary

Rebbe's Tish ⏺️
2025-11-08 12:30 - 14:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Srochi Auditorium, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Join us during kiddush lunch on Shabbat mornings for Rebbe's Tish where we'll sing, do a bit of studying and kavanot, celebrate simchas, and fulfill the mitzvah of delighting in Shabbat and reciting the blessing after meals! Whether you attended the Shabbat morning service virtually, in person, or not at all, you are welcome to join us—Grab a seat at the square table in the atrium between the Sanctuary and Srochi Auditorium. We'll start around 12:30 p.m. (or ~30 minutes after the service ends) and sing the blessing after meals (Birkat HaMazon) between 1:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Questions? Contact music@aasynagogue.org.

Nesiah (7th–9th Grade) ⏺️
2025-11-09 09:30 - 12:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Nesiah, Hebrew for "journey," is Ahavath Achim Synagogue's on-the-move program for 7th through 9th-grade students. Nesiah runs on a triennial curriculum, each year exploring a defining era in Jewish history and culminating with a memorable trip. The curriculum is uniquely designed to the needs of day school students and public-school students alike. As students gain a greater understanding of our shared Jewish history, they also learn more about their own identities and their families' stories.
The Nesiah program is generously endowed by the Judith and Aaron z"l Alembik Ahavath Achim Youth Education Program.

Hannah's Bake Sale - Supporting the Cerebral Palsy Foundation ⏺️
2025-11-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Private: The Enclave at Long Island, 6332-6304 Long Island Dr, Sandy Springs, GA, 30328, United States
As part of his preparation for his upcoming adult Bar Mitzvah on March 28, 2026 — which also coincides with his 50th birthday — Ryan Posner is focusing on Tikkun Olam: doing his part to help repair the world and strengthen the community.
For his Bar Mitzvah project, Ryan is supporting Hannah's Bake Sale, a community tradition that raises funds and awareness for the Cerebral Palsy Foundation. Hannah is Ryan's niece, and her older brother, Reid, started the bake sale nine years ago to support his sister and others living with Cerebral Palsy.
What began as a small neighborhood event has grown into a joyful annual tradition that's raised over $53,000 for the Cerebral Palsy Foundation — including a record $8,285 last year (even in the rain!). Every dollar goes directly toward research, treatment, and awareness for people with Cerebral Palsy.
Come enjoy an afternoon of homemade treats, cookie decorating, face painting, music, and the always-popular EPIC candy drop!
📅 Date & Time: Sunday, November 9, 1:00–4:00 PM
📍 Location: The Enclave at Long Island
(off Johnson Ferry Road, near The Epstein School)
💚 Donate: paypal.me/reidbakesale
All proceeds go directly to the Cerebral Palsy Foundation

Bluegrass Shabbat Evening Service 🔀
2025-11-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue — Epstein Sanctuary, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
In Person: Epstein Sanctuary
Virtual: Zoom

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Guitar, mandolin, fiddle, hand drums, or just your voice — Steve Grossman is inviting musicians and prayer-lovers to an all-acoustic evening of Psalms at Ahavath Achim Congregation. We'll be singing several Psalm settings together, and Steve is happy to share the melodies and chords in advance so you can come prepared to play along. Whether you're a confident musician or someone who simply loves communal singing, there's a place for you in this circle.
This short video introduces the musical vibe of the service and invites you to help create a warm, unplugged atmosphere of shared song.

mAAc Fifth Annual Brunch: Musically Speaking ⏺️
2025-11-16 11:00 - 13:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
mAAc's
Fifth Annual Brunch
Sunday, November 16
Ahavath Achim Synagogue
11:00am Doors Open
11:30am Brunch & Program
$45 per person
Registration Deadline:
Monday, November 10th
Register now for our opening event: MUSICALLY SPEAKING

A singularly sensational experience of audio and video highlights on the remarkable backstory of Fiddler On The Roof – one of the world's most beloved musicals – and how it almost never happened!

Register Here

Special Guest:
BILL NIGUT

Former State Political Analyst, Reporter, Correspondent
WSB TV
Program Host, Producer
Georgia Public Broadcasting
Great Broadway Musicals and How They Were Produced
Instructor, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Emory University

Social Action + Justice Meeting ⏺️
2025-11-16 12:00 - 14:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Our first Social Action/Social Justice 2025-26 Meeting of the new year is on Sunday, November 16, at 12 PM!
We invite all AA congregants to that meeting, which will be held at our AA Synagogue. The meeting will focus on our current programs and the potential addition of one or more programs this year.
Questions? Please contact Alan Wexler:
alanwexler@databankinfo.com
404 872-8880

Cultural Arts Concert: Let's Make A Joyful Noise ⏺️
2025-11-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue — Epstein Sanctuary, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
The Marilyn Ginsberg Eckstein Cultural Arts Program Presents
Let's Make a Joyful Noise
Join us for a rousing album release concert spotlighting the Many Vests of Marla Feeney.
Marla Feeney is one of those secret sauce musicians who lends a special kick to any performance, regardless of setting or genre. Fluent on violin, clarinet, saxophone, flute and goodness knows what else, Feeney is similarly gifted when it comes to composing and arranging for her new band. Expect an eclectic world music mix of bluegrass, Celtic, gypsy jazz, polkas, ragtime, klezmer, show tunes, and originals influenced by Feeney's love of classical and jazz repertoire.
– Doug DeLoach, Creative Loafing

Sunday, November 16 at 3PM
Ahavath Achim Synagogue
600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
404.355.5222 | aasynagogue.org

This concert is open to the public and admission is free. We would sincerely appreciate your voluntary donation to the Marilyn Ginsberg Eckstein Cultural Arts Program Fund.

Checks can be given at the door, made payable to Ahavath Achim Synagogue with Cultural Arts on the memo line.
Donations can be made via credit card at aasyn.org/cultural-arts-donate.

Donate Here

Rosh Chodesh Kislev
2025-11-21 | GA
Start of month of Kislev on the Hebrew calendar

Torah Study 🔀
2025-11-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Cavalier Room, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Join us every Shabbat morning for Torah Study, where lay leaders, rabbis, and congregants lead lively discussions about the weekly parashat. This discussion requires no special knowledge and is designed to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the Torah and the wisdom of our Sages.
Questions? Contact the chair: Michael Miller (mgmiller@sloan.mit.edu).
Click Here For Source Sheet
Join us in the Cavalier Room or via Zoom.
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Interfaith Thanksgiving Service ⏺️
2025-11-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Private: Northside Drive Baptist Church, 3100 Northside Dr NW, Atlanta, 30305, United States

The 36th Annual Fran Eizenstat and Eizenstat Family Memorial Lecture 🔀
2025-12-01 19:00 - 20:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
General David H. PetraeusIn Conversation WithAmbassador Stuart E. Eizenstat
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On December 1, 2025, the 36th Annual Fran Eizenstat and Eizenstat Family Memorial Lecture Series presents
Challenges Facing the United States in the Middle East and Beyond
Featuring Former Director of the CIA and Commander of the U.S. Central Command:
General David H. Petraeus (Army, Retired)
In Conversation With
Ambassador Stuart E. Eizenstat
This event is free and brought to you by the Marilyn Ginsberg Eckstein Cultural Arts Program Fund.
Registration closes Sunday, November 30th, @ 11:59 pm.
December 1st6:15 pm Doors Open7:00 pm Program Begins
Registration with Photo ID Required For Entry
Ahavath Achim Synagogue | Atlanta, GAhttps://aasynagogue.org

Heirlooms Held Hostage - Lecture by Rachel Podber-Kennison (Holocaust Museum LA) 🔀
2025-12-03 17:00 - 18:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Heirlooms Held Hostage
Guest Lecture by Rachel Podber-Kennison
During World War II and the Holocaust, the Nazis looted an estimated 20% of Europe's artwork. This talk will delve into the systematic efforts behind the theft of priceless cultural treasures, where the stolen art ended up, and the heroic actions of the Monuments Men in recovering and preserving these masterpieces. The discussion will also highlight various legal cases and examine the ongoing challenges surrounding restitution and repatriation efforts.
In Person: Ahavath Achim
Virtual: Zoom

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Rachel Podber-Kennison grew up in the Jewish community of Atlanta and is the granddaughter of Polish Holocaust survivors. As the Education Programs Manager at Holocaust Museum LA, she aims to make Holocaust education accessible to all learning styles and is passionate about providing students with the resources they need to navigate and combat antisemitism in their schools and communities. She completed her undergraduate degree in Film and Television at Boston University, and as a student, single-handedly sorted and organized the Hebrew section of Elie Wiesel's archival collection. She holds a Master of Arts in Museum Studies from the University of Leicester, with a dissertation entitled "Heirlooms Held Hostage: The Fate of Nazi-Looted Art in Museum Collections". She has lectured on topics including museum ethics, Nazi-looted art, the experience of Jews in the Roman Empire, and intercultural relations in antiquity, including a live cooking demonstration on ancient Roman cooking.
