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Tu B'Shvat Annual Tree Planting
OVS is partnering with Trees Atlanta for an Annual Tree Planting Event to celebrate Tu B'Shvat. Join us! Advanced registration is required. Click here to register.
JScreen Genetic Testing
A generous grant from NextGen-Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta gives those ages 18-45 living in the Atlanta metro area the ability to get tested for only $74, with insurance, by using the code NextGenATL at the JScreen.org checkout page. This testing is valued at over $1000 and can keep our future generations healthy.
Testing is simple, convenient, and done at-home on a saliva sample! The test is for a panel of over 200 genetic diseases, including those most common in people with Ashkenazi, Sephardi, and Mizrahi backgrounds. Follow-up genetic counseling is provided via telehealth to discuss the test results. Anyone considering starting or expanding their family should consider genetic screening.
Help from your Jewish Community during Covid-19
During these unusual times, you may find you and your family members need extra support. Whether it’s dealing with the stress of sheltering in place or resources to help meet your monthly expenses, please know the Jewish community is here for you. Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta’s Emergency Response Fund has made funding available to members of the Jewish community who are in need as a result of COVID-19.
Available supports provided by the following Jewish organization partners:
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Jewish Fertility Foundation Support Groups
For more information, go here.
Hamsa - Virtual Group for Parents
JF&CS Food & Essential Items Drive
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Food & Essential Items Drive
Food Does Not Have To Be Kosher
Age Well Atlanta, a partnership between JF&CS, Jewish Home Life, MJCCA and Federation that supports the needs of older adults and their families need our help. Please consider donating these needed items.
Drop-offs can be made at the JF&CS
Tuesday and Thursday
from 11 am - 2 pm
YOU CAN DROP OFF AT
OR VESHALOM
Wednesdays or Thursdays
from 10 am - 4 pm
Please go to the single door closest to North Druid Hills Road.
Simply ring the doorbell to be let in and there's a collection bin
right at the entrance.
For items needed, please visit the JF&CS website.
JF&CS AgeWell Neighborhood Classes
Thursday January 21
10:30 am: Low & Light Fitness
Low impact for all fitness levels. Class is split between low-impact cardio and sculpting with weights, bands and/or body weight.
Instructor-Maureen McCord
1:00 pm: Torah Study with Rabbi Beiner
2:00 pm: Gentle Pilates
This weekly class features a method of exercise that consists of low-impact flexibility and muscular strength and endurance movements. Pilates emphasizes proper postural alignment, core strength and muscle balance. Equipment and special notes: A mat and any props such as a small ball, elastic bands, head pad(pillow), weights. You will need to be able to get up and down off the floor during the class.
Instructor: Esther Powers
3:00 pm: Current Events with Adam Black ‘Year in Review’
Friday January 22
11 am: Exercise with Janet
6:00 pm – Virtual Shabbat Celebration
Sing in the New Year with soulful melodies, prayers and words of inspiration with Rabbi Brian Glusman. Includes Mi Sh’bayrach (prayers for healing) and Mourner’s Kaddish. Our weekly Virtual Shabbat Celebration is FREE and open to all. No registration required.
Watch on Facebook | Download songs & Prayers | Watch on YouTube
Find the event on Facebook here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/436579047523202
Saturday, January 23
10:00 – 10:45 am – Virtual Study and Prayer
Brief Torah study session with Rabbi Glusman followed by Shabbat prayers including Mi Sh’bayrach (prayer for recovery) and Mourner’s Kaddish. Our weekly Virtual Shabbat Celebration is FREE and open to all. No registration required.
Watch on Facebook | Participate via Zoom
Find the event on Facebook here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/220233086385685
Sunday, January 24
11:00 am – Chair Yoga
This class will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures for increased flexibility, balance and range of movement. Equipment needed: Chair, strap (tie, towel, band)
Instructor: Lindy Kesler
You must log in by 11:00 am https://atlantajcc.zoom.us/j/99613865824
Phone: 1 929 205 6099 Meeting ID: 996 1386 5824
Monday January 25
10:30 am – Talking Heads
Moderators: Judith Milner-Hofer
Topic: A discussion of Police Force in America; including questions about racial discrimination, excessive force and the meaning of “defunding the police.”
2:00 pm – Tea with Rabbi B focus on Tu’bishvat
Tuesday January 26
10:30 am – Books for Breakfast
We will be discussing The Book of Longing by Sue Monk Kidd
Discussion Leader: Ellen Drucker
12:30 pm – Men’s Forum
*MEN ONLY*
Men’s Group which discusses politics and the state of the world.
Discussion Leader: Bruce Saltzman
3:00 pm – Chair Yoga
Time change this week
This class will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures for increased flexibility, balance and range of movement. Equipment needed: Chair, strap (tie, towel, band)
Instructor: Maureen McCord
Wednesday January 27
10:00 am – Tai Chi
An ancient Energy (Chi, primordial life force) healing practice of moving meditation. Reconnecting to your soul and life force results in strengthening physical flexibility, agility, and aerobic capacity; decreasing stress, anxiety and depression ; creating a sense of well-being; improved balance; improved muscle strength; and increased energy and stamina. The focus on positive life serving thinking can improve your mood.
Instructor: Shane Orfas
10:30 am – Get Excited and Move (GEM)
*Specifically for Seniors with Parkinson’s Disease*
A new weekly program. Be prepared to move your body. Research shows that vigorous activity for people with Parkinson's Disease helps slow symptoms and increase your quality of life. Instructor: Deanna Bustillos
11:30 am – Yoga and Meditation with Ling Olaes
11:30 am – Yiddish Vinkl
A fun discussion group in Yiddish (mostly) to learn vocabulary and popular idioms in Yiddish. No prior Yiddish knowledge required.
Instructor: Morris Borenstein
2:00 pm – Improv
This class uses the fundamentals of improv comedy to exercise skills in listening, memory, being present, support, cognitive creativity, and most importantly, FUN! No prerequisites or previous improv experience necessary. The only things you'll need are yourself and a good attitude. Taught by instructor Whittney Millsap, an Atlanta actor and improviser from Dad's Garage Theatre. Get online and join us in a class that celebrates one another, all while finding the fun in taking risks.
Thursday January 28
10:30 am – Low & Light Fitness
Low impact for all fitness levels. Class is split between low-impact cardio and sculpting with weights, bands and/or body weight.
Instructor-Maureen McCord
1:00 pm – Torah study with Rabbi B
2:00 pm – Gentle Pilates
This weekly class features a method of exercise that consists of low-impact flexibility and muscular strength and endurance movements. Pilates emphasizes proper postural alignment, core strength and muscle balance. Equipment and special notes: A mat and any props such as a small ball, elastic bands, head pad(pillow), weights. You will need to be able to get up and down off the floor during the class.
Instructor: Esther Powers
3:00 pm – High Museum Presentation
Focus on Julie Mehretu
Get a taste of the mid-career retrospective of this dynamic artist, currently on view at the High. This conversation will explore a handful of Mehretu's complex, layered paintings from key points in her two-decade career.
6:30 pm – Crossword Coach
Return of a favorite!
Have you always wanted to master the New York Times crossword puzzle? Some benefits of crossword puzzles include: stretching your vocabulary, reinforcing your knowledge of pop culture and history, and heightening your ability to identify patterns in the clues, Join Steve Manin, a NY-based writer, entrepreneur, and acclaimed documentary filmmaker. A fun and educational time is guaranteed, even if you're new to crossword solving.
Friday January 29
11:00 am – Exercise with Janet
12:45 pm – Stand-Up Comedy Class Series with Mandy
In this four-part workshop series with Mandy Butler, each participant will develop up to eight minutes of original standup comedy material to be performed in a class showcase. With an emphasis on exploring our own stories and experiences, the instructor will help these budding comedians use their unique voices to make audiences laugh! Each session will be 1 hour long, you do not have to commit to attending all four sessions, but it is highly encouraged. Session dates and times below. Consider coming out to try something new!!
Ongoing
Books for Breakfast meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month. We would love to have new members! Check out the new 6 month schedule including dates for the book club and books for review so you can start reading!
If you are interested in a class, please RSVP to the Agewell Program Director, Ashley Malloy at JF&CS.
Atlanta Jewish Times Chanukah Art Contest
Atlanta Jewish Times would like to invite your students to submit an original piece of art that is a creative and colorful Chanukah illustration.
All submissions will either be featured in Atlanta Jewish Times’ December 15 Chanukah issue or online at www.atlantajewishtimes.com
Grand Prize is a $50 gift card to Binders! First 10 entrants will win a $10 gift card to Binders!
This community project is open to all ages.
Please share the social media graphic attached with your Facebook and Instagram followers.
DEADLINE FOR ALL SUBMISSIONS: Must be received by end of day on December 1.
Click here to submit the registration form
Please either email artwork to Lilli@atljewishtimes.com or mail to the AJT office
270 Carpenter Drive, Suite 320, Atlanta, GA 30328, ATTN: Art Contest
Size: Standard 8.5” x 11”
Artwork may be emailed as JPG or PDF file (One entry per person, please.)
All mailed artwork must have: first and last name of the artist; parent’s name; title of artwork; age; grade; school; artist’s city; phone number; and email address.
Only original artwork will be considered.
Wed, January 27 2021
14 Shevat 5781
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Upcoming Programming
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Thursday ,
FebFebruary 4 , 2021
Thursday, Feb 4th 8:00p
Join us for our next Sisterhood Book Club. The book will be The Yellow Bird Sings by Jennifer Rosner. Discussion on Zoom will be lead by Rubisa Carrie Hearshen. Join Zoom Meeting at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83261925390?pwd=eFBKVjQ2ZWVhTVVVcU9XK3NkTmNydz09. Passcode: bureka1914 Meeting ID: 886 0316 7121 -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 7 , 2021
Sunday, Feb 7th (All day)
Order Kosher Take Out for Super Bowl Sunday. Prepared by Chef Alex in the Congregation Or VeShalom kitchen. Orders will be available for pickup on February 7 at: Congregation Or VeShalom, 1681 N. Druid Hills Road, Atlanta, GA 30319 from noon - 2:00 pm Congregation Etz Chaim, 1190 Indian Hills Pkwy NE, Marietta, GA 30068 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm A portion of the proceeds will benefit Backpack Buddies, a program to supply economically disadvantaged elementary school children with food for the weekend. Order deadline is Monday, February 1. -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 21 , 2021
Sunday, Feb 21st 5:00p to 6:00p
Pick up your Bourbon Tasting Kit on Sunday, February 21 at 2:00 pm at OVS. Tasting will be led by Stuart Cristol-Deman, a certified bourbon steward. Zoom link will be sent following registration.
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Beshalach
Shabbat, Jan 30 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, Jan 29, 5:47p |
Havdalah
Motzei Shabbat, Jan 30, 6:42p |
Tu B'Shvat
Thursday, Jan 28 |
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