CALENDAR
SEPTEMBER 1-15
Virtual Classes and Events:
about the world of Jewish mystical teaching and learn how to apply these profound teachings to your daily life. No prior Kabbalistic experience required. To register, www. bit.ly/2XYKXul.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 JELF’S Interest Free Loan Application Open – All Day. Jewish Educational Loan Fund helps Jewish students in need by providing interest-free, nofee loans for higher education. For more information and to apply, go to www.jelf.org/application.
Panel Discussion: Married to the Rabbi – From 2 to 3 p.m. Inspired by the book, “Married to the Rabbi: Sixty Spouses of Retired Reform Rabbis in Their Own Words” edited by Naomi Patz and Judy Maslin, this panel discussion moderated by Karen Franklin will feature Southern rabbis’ wives who contributed essays to the book. Patz will be a special guest. Hear from panelists Janice Rothschild Blumberg, Pat Bloom and Jeanne Danziger as they share insights about being a rebbetzin in the American South during the transitional years of the second half of the 20th century. Brought to you by the Southern Jewish Historical Society. To register, www.bit.ly/2EVjNyT.
Torah Studies, Live – From 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Join Intown Jewish Academy for an in-depth analysis of the Torah portion.This program brings you the tradition of classical Jewish learning in a series of inspiring and engaging weekly classes. The lessons probe the depths of contemporary Torah thought with a special focus on issues surrounding spirituality, the human psyche, love and relationships. Every experience offers meaningful and timely lessons, from the most timeless of texts. You will walk away surprised, inspired, and knowing more about who you are—and who you can be. To join with Zoom, www.bit.ly/2VkBLjZ.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 Significant Others of Addicts Support Group – From 1 to 2 p.m. Free weekly support group from JF&CS. This group is for spouses, partners and/ or significant others of those struggling with addiction. To register and for more information, sanderson@ jfcsatl.org.
Brain Health Boot Camp – From 1 to 2 p.m. Join JF&CS to combat memory loss. This program is designed to provide memory enhancement techniques through cognitive stimulation, physical exercise, education and socialization. To register, contact Georgia Gunter at ggunter@ jfcsatl.org.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 Hebrew Reading Crash Course – From 7 to 8 p.m. Join Chabad of North Fulton for this weekly class and be reading Hebrew in time for this year’s high holidays. To register, www. chabadnf.org/hebrew. 44 | AUGUST 31, 2020 ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Family Caregiver Support Group – From 1 to 2 p.m. This JF&CS weekly group will provide a safe space to share your thoughts and feelings and help you to develop a network of support related to being a family caregiver. For more information, call Debbie at 770-677-9338. Pregnant in Uncertain Times Support Group – From 1 to 2 p.m. A JF&CS free weekly group for expectant mothers dealing with fears and concerns during this unprecedented time. Gain support and learn from others in a therapist-facilitated environment. To register, email tgersonmiller@jfcsatl.org.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 Monday Night Parsha – From 7 to 8 p.m. Join Chabad of North Fulton for this virtual class by Rabbi Gedalya Hertz on the weekly parsha.To join, www.bit.ly/2zpsgIl.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Blood Drive with Life South – From 11 to 3 p.m. 1440 Spring St, Atlanta, 30309. Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta is hosting a blood drive. Contact Dakota Penza for more information at dpenza@jewishatlanta.org. To register, www.bit.ly/3aLjbaP.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 Kabbalah & Coffee – From 9:30 to 11 a.m. Discuss, explore and journey with Intown Jewish Academy. Learn
Zoom into Shabbat Tot Shabbat with the OVS Rebbetzin – From 5 to 6 p.m. Join Rebbetzin Carrie Hearshen
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Think Different – From 8 to 9 p.m. Join Intown Jewish Academy for a weekly group to study the single most transformative Jewish spiritual text written in the last three centuries with master Tanya teacher Rabbi Ari Sollish. To register, www.bit. ly/3eNGmCi.
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Calendar sponsored by the Atlanta Jewish Connector, an initiative of the AJT. In order to be considered for the print edition, please submit events three to four weeks in advance. Contact community relations director, Amy Seidner, for more information at amy@atljewishtimes.com.
