Ahavath Achim Synagogue

Candle Lighting
2023-11-17 17:15, 2023-11-24 17:12, 2023-12-01 17:10 (America/New_York) | GA

Conclusion of Shabbat
2023-11-18 17:58, 2023-11-25 17:55, 2023-12-02 17:54, 2023-12-09 17:54 | GA

Interfaith Community Thanksgiving Service 🔀
2023-11-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Join various congregations of the Northside Corridor for an interfaith exploration of gratitude found within fellowship. This event is free and open to the community.
Sponsors: Ahavath Achim Synagogue, Northside United Methodist Church, New Hope A.M.E. Church, Northside Drive Baptist Church, Saint Anne's Episcopal Church, St. Luke Lutheran Church, and Trinity Presbyterian Church

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Office Closed at Noon
2023-11-22 | GA

Thanksgiving
2023-11-23 | GA

Office Closed
2023-11-23, 2023-11-24 | GA

Wellness Workshop—A One-Day Journey Into the Zero Line ⏺️
2023-12-03 09:30 - 13:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Srochi Auditorium, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Sisterhood, Brotherhood, Kesher, and mAAc invite you to a wellness workshop! This workshop is presented by Jay Kratz, owner of META MVMT, Bodyworker, and Movement Expert. Jay will help us explore the Zero Line and six body codes for holistic healing, guiding us into better alignment, posture, and movement. Your transformation to a better body begins here! Don't miss out on the benefits of a unique and transformative morning.
9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: Workshop
12:30–1:30 p.m.: Chat and optional lunch
Wear comfortable clothes, and bring a yoga mat and water bottle. There is no cost to attend the workshop, but an optional lunch is available for purchase (gluten-free option available) for $18/person. Registration for this event is required (link below) by Monday, November 27.
Questions? Contact Marcia Spielberger (maspielberger@comcast.net).
Learn more about the workshop here.
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The Georgian Chamber Players ⏺️
2023-12-03 15:00 - 17:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Join us for a concert featuring the Georgian Chamber Players presented by the Marilyn Ginsberg Eckstein Cultural Arts Program Fund.
The program will feature noted artists, Julie Coucheron (piano), Elizabeth Pridgen (piano), David Coucheron (violin), Zhenwei Shi (viola), and Daniel Laufer (cello) performing Schubert's Fantasy in F minor, D-940; Grieg's Sonata for Violin and Piano #2 in G major; and Brahms' Piano Quartet #3 in C Minor, op 60.
This concert is open to the community. No admission charge. Reception following the concert. A donation ($20) to the Cultural Arts Fund is appreciated.
Questions? Please contact the Cultural Arts Committee Chair: Ivan Millender (ivanmillender@earthlink.net; 404.406.6333).

Virtual Town Hall ▶️
2023-12-05 18:30 - 19:30 | GA
Please join us for a Virtual Town Hall, a question-and-answer meeting, led by our president, Gary Alembik, to address any questions or concerns related to the proposed sale of our two Northside Drive residential properties.
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1st Candle Lighting
2023-12-07 17:56 | GA

Chanukah
2023-12-07 17:56 - 2023-12-15 17:12 | GA

2nd Candle Lighting
2023-12-08 17:10 | GA

3rd Candle Lighting
2023-12-09 17:54 | GA

Special Congregational Meeting 🔀
2023-12-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue — Epstein Sanctuary, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
At this meeting, our President, Gary Alembik, will be asking the congregation to authorize him, in consultation with the synagogue's officers and attorneys, to market (through a licensed real estate agent), negotiate the terms of, and sign any contracts to sell and convey title to the residential properties located at 2436 and 2446 Northside Drive. For more information, please read the letter from the president (linked below). A quorum of 100 members is required in person or by proxy (proxy form linked below).
If you plan to attend the meeting (in person or virtually), please RSVP to the Director of Community Connection: Jackie Nix (jnix@aasynagogue.org; 404.603.5743).
Letter from the President
Proxy Form
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Inclusion and Belonging Chanukah Party ⏺️
2023-12-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue—Paradies Hall, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Join the Inclusion and Belonging Initiative in partnership with Shearith Israel for a Chanukah party!
Festivities will include:

Food (latkes, applesauce, hot cocoa, and more)
Chanukah crafts and activities
Music
Chanukiah lighting and practicing prayers
Gift bags
and more!

This event is free and open to the community, but registration is appreciated.
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Sparks of Light ⏺️
2023-12-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Celebrate the Festival of Lights at our annual Chanukah party, Sparks of Light! We'll have activity tables (planned and executed by Kesher students), a singing performance, candle lighting, and a fireworks display graciously provided by Wayne Neuwirth.

5:30–6:30 p.m.: Activities and dinner
6:30–6:50 p.m.: Singing performances
6:50–7:00 p.m.: Candle lighting
7–7:30 p.m.: Fireworks

The cost to attend is $18 per individual, $36 per family of 2–4 people, $48 per family of 5–6 people, and $64 per family of 7–8 people.
Chairs for the fireworks show will be available for people with disabilities. If you do not have a disability but would like to sit, you must bring your own chair.
The deadline to register (link below) is Tuesday, November 21.
For questions or concerns, please contact the Interim Director of Education: Annsley Klehr (aklehr@aasynagogue.org; 404.603.5754).
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4th Candle Lighting
2023-12-10 17:57 | GA

Sparks of Light After Party ⏺️
2023-12-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327
Come celebrate the Festival of Lights at AA's annual Chanukah party, Sparks of Light! Young adults (ages 25–42) are invited to meet at the synagogue at 7:00 p.m. sharp for fireworks and then head to Fire Maker Brewing Company for a drink!
There is no cost to attend, but please RSVP to the Director of Community Connection: Jackie Nix (jnix@aasynagogue.org; 404.603.5743). Also, your first drink is on us!

5th Candle Lighting
2023-12-11 17:57 | GA

6th Candle Lighting
2023-12-12 17:57 | GA

7th Candle Lighting
2023-12-13 17:57 | GA

8th Candle Lighting
2023-12-14 17:58 | GA

Atlanta's Biggest Chanukah Party ⏺️
2023-12-14 20:00 - 22:00 | The Loft at Center Stage Theater, 1374 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA, 30309
Atlanta Friends of Israel presents Atlanta's Biggest Chanukah Party! Join us for an amazing evening of Chanukah fun, soulful music, and Jewish camaraderie. Am Yisroel Chai! All proceeds go towards providing vital supplies for Israel's heroes. The event is hosted in part by Rabbi Laurence and Brooke Rosenthal.
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Chanukah: 8th Day
2023-12-15 00:00 | GA
