Ahavath Achim Synagogue

Erev Rosh Hashanah
2022-09-25 | GA

Conclusion of Shabbat
2022-09-24 19:57, 2022-09-17 20:06, 2022-09-10 20:16 (America/New_York) | GA

Mincha/Ma'ariv/Havdallah Service (Virtual)
2022-09-24 19:15 - 20:15, 2022-09-17 19:15 - 20:15, 2022-09-10 19:30 - 20:30 | GA
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Torah Study 🔀
2022-09-24 10:30 - 11:30, 2022-09-17 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).
Join us in the Cavalier Room or via Zoom.
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Shabbat Morning Service 🔀
2022-09-24 09:30 - 12:00, 2022-09-17 09:30 - 12:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Ellman Chapel, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
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Candle Lighting
2022-09-23 19:14, 2022-09-16 19:24 | GA

Biblical Hebrew Class
2022-09-21 19:30 - 20:30, 2022-09-14 19:30 - 20:30 | GA
Join us every Wednesday 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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New Machzor Deep Dive Class with Rabbi Rosenthal (Virtual)
2022-09-21 17:00 - 18:00 | GA
New Machzor, but don't know how to use it? Join Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal to learn more about what the new machzor offers and how it might enhance your High Holiday experience.
These classes will take place from 5–6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 31, September 7, and September 21.
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Join Rabbi Sam Blustin for the New Machzor Overview Class on the following dates:

In-Person: Saturday, September 10; 12:30–1:30 p.m.; Paradies Hall
Hybrid: Sunday, September 11; 10–11:00 am; Ellman Chapel; Zoom

Arlington Cemetery Info Session (Hybrid)
2022-09-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Ellman Chapel, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Ahavath Achim Synagogue is proud to announce that we have partnered with Arlington Memorial Park and Dignity Memorial in the acquisition of a new section designated for our congregation. We are equally proud to announce the creation of the Unity Garden, a sacred space created by Ahavath Achim Synagogue for the burial of multi-faith families, allowing for families to remain together even in death. This area has been created with the guidance put forth by the CJLS (Committee on Jewish Law and Standards of the Conservative Movement).
Part of the proceeds will directly benefit AA and the AA endowment. Congregants will also be able to take advantage of a 10% discount on all the ancillary items associated with cemetery property.
Please join us for a virtual information session hosted by our Executive Director, Barry Herman, in partnership with the team from Arlington Memorial. Find out how to protect your loved ones by planning your life celebration in advance. Learn how you can create a personal, loving, meaningful tribute that honors your legacy of service and provide for both you and your loved ones, peace of mind. Registration is not required.
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mAAc Meets: Tuesdays@AA
2022-09-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-09-13 10:00 - 12:00 | GA
Join us for Tuesdays@AA, now part of our congregation's Mature Active Adult Community (mAAc). Every Tuesday, one of our rabbis will begin the class with a one-hour discussion. The second hour of the class will be led by another member of the group.
Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal will teach on the first Tuesday of the month on the topic, "Finding our Footing in Prayer"; Rabbi Neil Sandler will teach on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month on the topic, "Current Events in the Jewish World"; and Rabbi Sam Blustin will teach on the third Tuesday of the month on the topic, "Mussar of the Month: Living Well."
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mAAc Meets: Movie Discussion - An American Pickle
2022-09-19 19:30 - 21:30 | GA
Members of our Mature Active Adult Community (mAAc) are invited to a movie discussion on the film, An American Pickle. Preserved in pickle brine for 100 years, an Orthodox Jewish factory worker wakes up in New York City and tracks down his great-grandson. mAAc members are asked to watch An American Pickle prior to our program. It is available to buy or rent online.
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mAAc's Third Annual Brunch
2022-09-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Srochi Auditorium, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Join the Mature Active Adult Community (mAAc) for its Third Annual Brunch. Reconnect with friends, create new memories, and enjoy delicious food all while moving to the music of Jeni Michelson!
The cost to attend is $18 per person. The deadline to register is Friday, September 9.

Two ways to register:

Online: complete the online registration form (below).
Check (two options):

Mail your check to the synagogue with attention to Miriam Habif Gelfond. Please call her in advance to let her know your check is in the mail so we can reserve your spot. Or,
Deliver your check in person to the synagogue with attention to Miriam Habif Gelfond.

Please make checks payable to Ahavath Achim Synagogue, and write the event name in the memo line.
Questions?

Registration: Contact Miriam Habif Gelfond (mhabif@aasynagogue.org; 404.603.5749)
Program: Contact Gail Solomon (solgail.627@gmail.com; 404.456.6171)

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High Holiday Cemetery Memorial Service
2022-09-18 10:00 - 12:00 | GA
Commemorate your loved ones' lives by joining us for our traditional High Holiday Cemetery Memorial Service held at both Arlington and Greenwood Cemeteries. The service will be led by Rabbi Neil Sandler.
10:00 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery (1173 Cascade Cir SW, Atlanta, GA 30311)
11:30 a.m. at Arlington Memorial Park (201 Mount Vernon Hwy NW, Sandy Springs, GA 30328)

Monkey Bars and Mimosas
2022-09-18 09:30 - 10:30 | Ahava Play Yard, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Young families are invited to gather on the Ahava Play Yard for Monkey Bars and Mimosas! Drinks and light snacks will be provided.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP to the Director of Outreach and Engagement: Miriam Habif Gelfond (mhabif@aasynagogue.org; 404.603.5749).

Selichot Service (Hybrid)
2022-09-17 20:10 - 21:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Srochi Auditorium, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Begin the week of Rosh Hashanah at our Selichot service where we will lift up our voices and open our hearts. Selichot begins after Shabbat on the week prior to Rosh Hashanah and, traditionally, is then recited daily through Yom Kippur. It offers the first opportunity to hear the melodies of the High Holidays in a musically uplifting service. Shabbat will conclude at 8:06 p.m., and Selichot will begin around 8:10 p.m.
Selichot Service Booklet
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mAAc Meets: Current Events with Rabbi Neil Sandler
2022-09-12 16:00 - 17:30 | GA
Join mAAc members, fellow congregants, and Rabbi Neil Sandler twice a month for Rabbi Sandler's current events discussion group! Rabbi Sandler continues to keep us informed about current events affecting the Jewish Community. He teaches us not only to be aware of the current events but also to understand them.
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Naomi's Book Club
2022-09-12 10:15 | GA
Join Sisterhood on the first Monday of the month for a lively book discussion. September's book is The Murmur of Bees by Sofia Segovia, and the discussion will be led by Celia Gilner.
Questions? Contact Madeleine Gimbel (maddy_gimbel@yahoo.com; 404.355.7711).

Chesed Appreciation Brunch
2022-09-11 10:30 - 12:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Paradies Hall, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Please join us for our second annual Chesed Appreciation Brunch where we will honor and thank our wonderful volunteers and welcome those who received Chesed (loving-kindness) these past few years.
Food and drinks will be provided. There is no cost to attend, but please RSVP to the Director of Outreach and Engagement: Miriam Habif Gelfond (mhabif@aasynaogue.org; 404.603.5749).

New Machzor Overview Class with Rabbi Blustin (Hybrid)
2022-09-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Ellman Chapel, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
New Machzor, but don't know how to use it? Join the Rabbi Sam Blustin to learn more about what the new machzor offers and how it might enhance your High Holiday experience.
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Also join Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal for the New Machzor Deep Dive Class: Wednesdays, August 31, September 7, and September 21; 5–6:00 p.m.; Zoom

New Machzor Overview Class with Rabbi Blustin (In-Person)
2022-09-10 12:30 - 13:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Paradies Hall, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
New Machzor, but don't know how to use it? Join Rabbi Sam Blustin to learn more about what the new machzor offers and how it might enhance your High Holiday experience.
Also join Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal for the New Machzor Deep Dive Class: Wednesdays, August 31, September 7, and September 21; 5–6:00 p.m.; Zoom

Rebbe's Tish ⏺️
2022-09-10 12:15 - 13:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Paradies Hall, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Join us on the second Shabbat of the month for Rebbe's Tish where we'll raise our voices in song, learn new melodies, share stories, and bring a little more joy into our Shabbat.
