Conclusion of Shabbat
2025-02-01 18:34, 2025-02-08 18:41, 2025-02-15 18:47, 2025-02-22 18:53, 2025-03-01 18:59, 2025-03-08 19:05 (America/New_York) | GA

Sisterhood AJFF Preview Party ⏺️
2025-02-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Paradies Hall, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Sisterhood invites you to an Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Preview Party! Enjoy previews of movies coming to this year's Atlanta Jewish Film Festival. Previews are chosen by AA's very own Judy Marx (Founding Director of the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival)!
The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival (this year, from February 19 through March 16) is the largest film festival of any kind in the state of Georgia and the largest Jewish film festival in the world. The 23-day festival is held in late winter at multiple venues in Atlanta, Georgia, and in the suburbs of Alpharetta, Marietta, and Sandy Springs. Contemporary and classic independent Jewish films from around the world are featured at the festival. For show information and tickets, visit the AJFF website.
This event is free, and registration is not required.
Questions? Contact Judy Marx (judycmarx@gmail.com).

mAAc AJFF Preview Party ▶️
2025-02-03 19:30 - 21:00 | GA
AA's Mature Active Adult Community (mAAc) invites you to a virtual Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Preview Party! Enjoy previews of movies coming to this year's Atlanta Jewish Film Festival. Previews are chosen by AA's very own Judy Marx (Founding Director of the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival)!
The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival (this year, from February 19 through March 16) is the largest film festival of any kind in the state of Georgia and the largest Jewish film festival in the world. The 23-day festival is held in late winter at multiple venues in Atlanta, Georgia, and in the suburbs of Alpharetta, Marietta, and Sandy Springs. Contemporary and classic independent Jewish films from around the world are featured at the festival. For show information and tickets, visit the AJFF website.
This event is free, and registration is not required.
Questions? Contact the mAAc Chair: Gail Solomon (solgail.627@gmail.com; 404.456.6171).
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Israel and Antisemitism: Facts, Lies, and Myths in the Media ⏺️
2025-02-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue — Epstein Sanctuary, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
You+2 and AA's Response to Antisemitism and Hate Committee welcome you, extended family, and friends of all faiths who stand with the Jewish people and Israel to join us for a panel discussion on antisemitism, Israel, and media coverage. The program will feature a conversation with three panelists, including Anat Sultan-Dadon (Consul General of Israel), Dov Wilker (Regional Director, American Jewish Committee), and Josh Levs (Award-Winning Broadcast Journalist, Fact-Checker, and Host of They Stand Corrected Podcast), moderated by Lisa Cohen (Journalist and Media Consultant).
This event is free, but registration is required (form linked below).
Questions? Contact youplustwoevents@gmail.com or Nancy Levine (nlevine2660@gmail.com).
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Event Co-Chairs: Margie Eden, Brandon Goldberg, and Annice Parker
Host Committee: Allison Feldman, Jody and Ramon Franco, Rita and Arthur Bodner, Linda and Richard Bressler, Margo and Larry Gold, Eve Goldstein, Valerie Habif, Gail and Lyons Heyman, Vicki and Steve Morris, Marcia Spielberger, Sue Winner, Rina Wolfe, and Jill Vantosh
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You+2 was created by a group of Jewish women who came together in solidarity after the horrific events in Israel on October 7, 2023. There was a commonality that they were all unexpectedly experiencing… They were all receiving messages from friends who were not Jewish asking: "How are you doing? How can we support you, Israel, and the Jewish people? How can we learn more about what is going on in Israel?" From these genuine concerns and real-time questions, You+2 was born. You+2 will educate and bridge an understanding to promote dialogue about Jewish/Israel's history, the Israel-Hamas war, and local and worldwide antisemitism amongst people of all faiths. You+2 began with the idea of "You Bring Two Friends" of a different faith to the first event, and since then, You+2 has been blessed to evolve into something more far-reaching and encompassing throughout the Atlanta area.
AA's Response to Antisemitism and Hate Committee is working to increase awareness and understanding of antisemitism among our synagogue community as well as partners from other faith communities through education, advocacy, and programming. We strive to educate everyone about the federal and state laws that prohibit antisemitism as well as how to identify and report antisemitic activities that threaten the safety and security of our students and community. We work with faith leaders and diverse communities to increase their awareness of antisemitism and to help fight against antisemitic rhetoric and actions. This will be accomplished through engaging and educational programming including speakers, panels, online resources, and more.

Candle Lighting
2025-02-07 17:56, 2025-02-14 18:03, 2025-02-21 18:09, 2025-02-28 18:15, 2025-03-07 18:21 | GA

Tu B'Shvat Tree Planting ⏺️
2025-02-09 13:00 - 16:00 | GA
Join Adamah-ATL, Georgia Interfaith Power and Light (GIPL), and people from all over Atlanta's Jewish community to plant trees in celebration of Tu B'Shvat, the Jewish New Year of the Trees, and in helping to sustain and grow Atlanta's urban forest. Trees Atlanta provides the trees, tools, and expertise; we do the digging and planting, giving trees a place to flourish.
Registration is required (form linked below) by Wednesday, February 5. Children accompanied by parents are welcome. The exact location (at an in-town park) will be provided to registrants before the planting.
Questions? Contact the Greening Group chair: Myrtle Lewin (aagreening@gmail.com; 404.409.3196).
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Congregation-Wide Social Justice Meeting 🔀
2025-02-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Paradies Hall, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Join us for a congregation-wide meeting committed to redifat tzedek, the pursuit of justice. We'll discuss initiatives currently led by AA leaders and the issues we want to address as a Jewish community and start connecting people with similar interests. Come ready to share your history, passion, and commitment to showing up as a Jewish community for tzedek and tikkun olam!
This event is free. If you will attend in person, RSVP is required to Jill Rosner (jrosner@aasynagogue.org).
Questions? Contact Rabbi Mike Rothbaum (mrothbaum@aasynagogue.org).
Join us in Paradies Hall or via Zoom.
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Clergy Boys: Oh What a Night!
2025-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Get ready for "Oh What a Night" you won't forget! Join us as we kick off 2025 in style with an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and heart presented by the Marilyn Ginsberg Eckstein Cultural Arts Program Fund!
This year, we're turning up the fun with the show Clergy Boys: Four Seasoned Cantors Sing the Stories of Their Lives! featuring an all-star lineup of extraordinary talent:
🎵 Cantor David Propis🎵 Cantor Randy Herman🎵 Cantor Mike Stein🎵 Cantor Steven Stoehr
Special guests include AA's Andy Margolis, Todd Prusin, and Aurélie Weinstein.
Each cantor will share their personal stories through music in a way that's fun, moving, and guaranteed to leave you humming all night long! So, mark your calendars, grab your friends, and get ready for a musical journey like no other. It's going to be a night to remember!
Show tickets are $18 per person. Starting at the Fan level ($180), all donor levels will include entrance to the show and listings on marketing materials. For a full list of levels and what's offered, see below.
Register through the link below by Wednesday, February 12.
Questions? Contact the Director of Development: Jackie Nix (jnix@aasynagogue.org; 404.603.5743).

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Donor Levels

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Donor List

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Chairs and Host Committee

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Promo Video

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Adult B'nai Mitzvah Course ⏺️
2025-02-19 19:00 - 20:00 | GA
Embark on a Transformative Jewish Journey
Are you seeking to connect more meaningfully to Judaism by being a link to the centuries-old tradition of reading the Torah? Join our transformative Adult Bnai Mitzvah course!
This one-year course will give you the opportunity to learn to read Hebrew and chant from the Torah, an experience that will connect you to the past generations (l'dor v'dor) of passing down the tradition of keeping the Torah alive through the weekly reading on Shabbat.
You will not only be connected to past generations but to Jews around the world, who read the same words in their communities in France, Russia, India, China, and everywhere Jews congregate in their communities, happening at the same time you are reading.
In the coming year, you will:

Learn the skills of reading Hebrew (while learning the meaning of keywords)
Learn how to chant the words from the Torah
Study the weekly text of the Torah (in English) to glean the rich stories that have shaped our tradition

No previous experience is required! Spaces are limited, so register today (link below).
Questions? Contact Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal (lrosenthal@aasynagogue.org).
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L’Dor V’Drum 🔀
2025-02-22 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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Young Adults at the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival ⏺️
2025-02-23 11:00 - 14:00 | Plaza Theatre, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30306
Join AA's young adults for a trip to the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival! We'll watch Guns & Moses, followed by lunch.
Please RSVP to Jackie Nix (jnix@aasynagogue.org; 404.603.5743) by Tuesday, February 4, so we can ensure enough tickets are purchased.
View the movie trailer!

Rosh Chodesh Adar
2025-02-28, 2025-03-01 | GA
Start of month of Adar on the Hebrew calendar

Clergy Candidate Weekend with Rabbi Eric Feld 🔀
2025-02-28 - 2025-03-01 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Join us during Shabbat services to meet the first of our clergy candidates, Rabbi Eric Feld! Rabbi Feld will join us and participate in several parts of our Shabbat services. Highlights include:

Friday, February 28

6:00 p.m.: D'var Torah between Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma'ariv
7:30 p.m.: Sisterhood Shabbat Dinner

Saturday, March 1

9:00 a.m.: Leading Pre-B'nai Mitzvah Breakfast and Learn (as part of the Family and Kesher Shabbat Experience)
9:30 a.m.: Leading Pesukei d'Zimrah and Shacharit
11:15 a.m.: Leading Pray 'n' Play (as part of the Family and Kesher Shabbat Experience)
11:45 a.m.: Sermon
12:30 p.m.: D'var Tefillah and Singing at the Rebbe's Tish

If you plan to join virtually, all Zoom links can be found on our website calendar.
Your participation and feedback are critical to our interview process, so please complete this survey after participating in any of the services listed above.

Birthday and Anniversary Breakfast ⏺️
2025-03-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Srochi Auditorium, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Ahavath Achim is proud to announce the return of a time-honored tradition—Birthday and Anniversary Breakfast! Join us for the morning minyan service at 9:00 a.m. followed by a wonderful breakfast in honor of our January, February, and March birthday and anniversary celebrants! We hope you will come celebrate with your Ahavath Achim family.
RSVP to Fern Schorr (404.355.5222; fschorr@aasynagogue.org) to ensure we have prepared enough food.
Contributions to the Daily Minyan-Helen Cavalier and Joe Cohen Fund are greatly appreciated. All proceeds are used to provide Shiva trays to bereaved families on behalf of the congregation.

Purim Hamantaschen Baking Class and Care Packages for the Needy ⏺️
2025-03-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Srochi Kitchen, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Join us for a heartwarming morning of baking and giving back this Purim season! Learn the art of crafting perfect hamantaschen—those beloved triangular cookies that tell the story of triumph over evil in the Purim tale. Our experienced bakers will guide you through creating these traditional treats filled with poppy seeds, fruit preserves, and chocolate.
While you'll take home your delicious hamantaschen, the true sweetness comes from fulfilling the mitzvah of Matanot LaEvyonim (giving to the needy). Together, we'll prepare care packages filled with fresh-baked goods for our unhoused neighbors and others in need throughout Atlanta. It's a meaningful way to honor Purim's spirit of joy and generosity.
All ingredients and materials will be provided. No prior baking experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and giving spirit!
This event is free, but space is limited, so registration is required by Friday, February 28.
Questions? Contact Ariela Rosenthal (fluffypotato613@gmail.com).
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Z'havah Sisterhood Hamantaschen Bake-Off ⏺️
2025-03-02 14:00 - 17:00 | Sent Upon RSVP
It's time for Z'havah Sisterhood's annual Hamantaschen Bake-Off competition! We provide the dough and a great atmosphere; you bring your favorite toppings. We are looking forward to seeing your creations and flavor combinations. The most creatively delicious hamantaschen will be awarded the crown!
This event is free to attend, but you must register by Sunday, February 23, to receive the address (link below).
Questions? Contact Rebecca Sokol (sokolrebecca@gmail.com)
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"Sibling Rivalry": The Fourth Annual Dr. Jerome and Betty Berman Memorial Concert ⏺️
2025-03-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue — Epstein Sanctuary, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Join us for the Fourth Annual Dr. Jerome and Betty Berman Concert Series, "Sibling Rivalry." Enjoy an inspirational afternoon of spirited music, presented in conjunction with the Marilyn Ginsberg Eckstein Cultural Arts Program. Tell your friends, bring loved ones, and celebrate the memory of Jerome and Betty Berman, two people who adored music and whose lives brought joy to so many.
Featuring Two Sibling Duos

David Coucheron (violin) and Julie Coucheron (piano)
William Ransom (piano) and Kate Ransom (violin)

Performing

Antonin Dvorak's Sonatine in G Major, Op. 100
Edvard Grieg's Sonata in G Major, Op. 13
Aaron Copland's Danza De Jalisco, Saturday Night Waltz, and Hoedown
Jean-Marie Leclair's Sonata For Two Violins, Op. 3 No. 5 in E Minor
Moritz Moszkowski's Suite, Op. 71

This concert is open to the community. There will be a reception following the concert. No admission charge or reservation is required. A $20 entrance donation for the Cultural Arts Fund is appreciated. Students are welcome to attend gratis.
Questions? Please contact Ivan Millender (ivanmillender@bellsouth.net; 404.406.6333) or Sally Berman (bermansally@hotmail.com; 818.507.0071).

Clergy Candidate Weekend with Rabbi Mike Rothbaum 🔀
2025-03-07 - 2025-03-08 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Join us during Shabbat services to meet the first of our clergy candidates, Rabbi Eric Feld! Rabbi Feld will join us and participate in several parts of our Shabbat services. Highlights include:

Friday, March 7

6:00 p.m.: D'var Torah between Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma'ariv

Saturday, March 8

9:30 a.m.: Leading us in Pesukei d'Zimrah and Shacharit
11:45 a.m.: Sermon
12:30 p.m.: D'var Tefillah and Singing at the Rebbe's Tish

If you plan to join virtually, all Zoom links can be found on our website calendar.
Your participation and feedback are critical to our interview process, so please complete this survey after participating in any of the services listed above.

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.

Hunger Walk Run 🔀
2025-03-09 12:00 - 16:00 | The Home Depot Backyard, 1 Backyard Way, Atlanta, GA, 30313
Once again, AA's team, Sally's Friends, is supporting the Atlanta Community Food Bank at the Hunger Walk Run! For more than 25 of those years, our AA community has been the first-place leader among all faith-based congregations. With your continued help, we can expand our team roster this year and visually display AA's support of the Atlanta Community Food Bank and our long-lasting relationship.
To donate to Sally's Friends, click the button below and follow these instructions:

Click on "Donate Now."
From the "Select a Team Member" drop-down list, select Sally Kaplan (unless you want to endorse a different team member).
Fill out the remaining fields.
Be sure to conduct a simple search to discover if your employer has a Matching Gift Program.

Or, for your convenience, mail a check to:
Sally Kaplan
4507 Chattahoochee Way
Marietta, GA 30067
Checks should be payable to "Hunger Walk Run 2025." Write "Sally's Friends" in the "For" field.
Thank you for your continued generosity and the difference you make in the lives of so many. Together, as a loving and thoughtful community, we can embrace the mitzvah of Tikkun Olam.
For any questions, concerns, or difficulties, please contact Bebe Kaplan for assistance, day or night, at 404.587.1736.
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