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November 2024
Rabbi Jules Harlow Parshat HaShavuah Class
Join us for our weekly Parashat HaShavua class before the start of Shabbat morning services in the Chapel. Come at 8:45am for hot coffee and a chance to schmooze before the 9am class. Also available virtually via Zoom. This weekly class is dedicated to Rabbi Jules Harlow, a great teacher of Torah and Jewish liturgy. Click here for the Source Sheet for this week's class (updated on Friday afternoon).
Find out more »December 2024
Shirei Chesed Community Chorus
Shirei Chesed Community Chorus continues to build community through learning a rich and diverse repertoire of Jewish music, and bring harmony into the world that needs it more than ever. Our 4-part chorus brings together lovers of choral singing from both Ansche Chesed and the wider Jewish community. Our recent performances include classical programs with The Bachanalia String Orchestra, a jazz concert with The Afro-Semitic Experience ensemble, Oratorio Souls on Fire based on the book by Elie Wiesel, a celebration…
Find out more »“Of a Certain Age”: Lunch and Movie
Please join us for a light lunch, with a special pre-Chanukah treat, followed by a movie. We will watch Thelma, a light comedy to help us all in these times. Please promptly RSVP so that we can plan our food order.
Find out more »Wednesday Night Talmud with Rabbi Kalmanofsky: Holy Books and Holy Time
This year we will study tractate Shabbat, Chapter 16, which addresses how to write and care for sacred texts. If you want to purchase a copy of this text it is Artscroll vol. 4 or Koren vol 2F. We will also share electronic copies of the material. This class is best in person -- so please come! Also available via Zoom (Meeting ID: 817 7824 4159 | Passcode: chesed)
Find out more »Evening Discussion with Dr. Michael Koplow
Join us for an evening discussion with Israel Policy Forum Chief Policy Officer Dr. Michael Koplow. Dr. Koplow will analyze the current state of Israel's multi-front war, covering the unique challenges in Gaza, Lebanon, and the West Bank. He will also explore how the incoming U.S. administration may shape the future of U.S.-Israel relations, focusing on potential policy shifts and their implications for regional stability. Learn More and RSVP This event will begin with a briefing from Dr. Koplow, followed…
Find out more »Special Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Join us for special Kabbalat Shabbat services, led by students from our ACHS Kitah Zayin class with Hazzan Hirschhorn, and including musical instruments. Following services, we will have a special Shabbat Dinner for all of our Project Aliyah upcoming B'nai Mitzvah families, and the families of our Kitah Zayin students. Learn More and Register
Find out more »Rabbi Jules Harlow Parshat HaShavuah Class
Join us for our weekly Parashat HaShavua class before the start of Shabbat morning services in the Chapel. Come at 8:45am for hot coffee and a chance to schmooze before the 9am class. Also available virtually via Zoom. This weekly class is dedicated to Rabbi Jules Harlow, a great teacher of Torah and Jewish liturgy. Click here for the Source Sheet for this week's class (updated on Friday afternoon).
Find out more »Family Volunteer Morning at West Side Campaign Against Hunger
Please join Rabbi Yael and other AC friends for a family-friendly volunteer opportunity at WSCAH. Activities will include packing healthy food and writing heartfelt cards to WSCAH customers. Children ages six and up are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian. 1) Please register here 2) Then, email Rabbi Yael to let us know you will be attending!
Find out more »“Hatishma Koli: Can You Hear My Voice?” Songs of Longing, Hope and Praise
In times of heightened animosity and political divisions, when we struggle to hear each other, we invite you to experience diverse musical voices that long for connection, dare to hope and celebrate life. Join us to hear the Shirei Chesed Community Chorus and Nashirah: the Jewish Chorale, with special guest Yuval Cohen, Demi Soloist at Philadelphia Ballet. It will be an inspiring afternoon of harmony featuring an excerpt of composition “That Love” by the Palestinian musician and activist Wisam Gibran,…
Find out more »Shirei Chesed Community Chorus
Shirei Chesed Community Chorus continues to build community through learning a rich and diverse repertoire of Jewish music, and bring harmony into the world that needs it more than ever. Our 4-part chorus brings together lovers of choral singing from both Ansche Chesed and the wider Jewish community. Our recent performances include classical programs with The Bachanalia String Orchestra, a jazz concert with The Afro-Semitic Experience ensemble, Oratorio Souls on Fire based on the book by Elie Wiesel, a celebration…
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