What’s Happening: Let’s Celebrate Israel
Sun., June 23
Understand Why We Mourn, two-part class with Rabbi Naftali Hoff. Sun., June 23, 7 p.m.; second session to follow on June 30. Congregation Ariel. 770) 390-9071.
Mon., June 24
Internet Safety for Seniors, a program of the East Point NORC, Amaorio’s Art Academy and Teens at Work, Inc. Mon., June 24, 1:30 p.m. Free, RSVP requested. Transportation provided from HJC Bowden Facility (2885 Church St., East Point). (404) 762-2094.Thurs., June 27
Israeli Scouts Friendship Caravan in Atlanta, evening of song, dance and entertainment. Thurs., June 27, 7 p.m. $5/person, $10/family of four. Temple Emanu-El. patpugrant@aol.com.
Edgewise Speaker Series: Dr. Robert Friedman, professor Emeritus of Criminal Justice and Director of GILEE at Georgia State University will focus on community policing, terrorism and crime analysis. Thurs., June 27, 10:30 a.m. Free for MJCCA members, $5/non-members. Zaban Park. (678) 812-4064.
Art Appreciation Class, focus on the High’s “Girl with a Pearl Earring.” Thurs., June 27, 11 a.m.; visit to the exhibit to follow on Tues., July 9. $20/MJCCA member, $30/non-member. Zaban Park. lilly.mahana@atlantajcc.org.
Fri., June 28
Dive into Shabbat, celebrate Shabbat at the MJCCA’s outdoor pool. Fri., June 28, 5 p.m. Free, open to the community; bring your own picnic or purchase from Goodfriend’s Grill. brian.glusman@atlantajcc.org.
Fri., July 12
Dive into Shabbat, celebrate Shabbat at the MJCCA’s outdoor pool. Fri., July 12, 5 p.m. Free, open to the community; bring your own picnic or purchase from Goodfriend’s Grill. brian.glusman@atlantajcc.org.
Sun., July 14
Secrets of the Lost Temple, lecture with Rabbi Sender Lustig. Sun., July 14, 9:40 a.m. Chabad of Ga. (404) 843-2464 ext. 102.
Kosher Poker Tour, the premier Jewish poker tournament circuit makes a stop in Atlanta. Sun., July 14, 1 p.m. Congregation Dor Tamid. (770) 378-2037.
Fri., July 19
Summer SAT Boot Camp at the MJCCA. First mock test Fri., July 19, 10 a.m.; group classes, Monday through Thursday until Aug. 1, begin after; successive mock tests each Friday. See atlantajcc.org for pricing and more specifics. Zaban Park. stacie.graff@atlantajcc.org.
Sun., July 21
Game On @ the Breman with the PJ Library, experience the Museum and the new Project Mah Jongg exhibit as a family. Sun., July 21, 2 p.m. Kids 6 & up/$6, ages 3 to 6/$2, under age 3, parents and grandparents/free. The Breman Museum. llebovitz@jfga.org.
Mon., July 22
Summer Driver’s Ed at the MJCCA; includes class time and driving time. Week-long session begins Mon., July 22, 9 a.m. See atlantajcc.org for pricing and specifics. stacie.graff@atlantajcc.org.
Tues., July 23
Mah Jongg Bootcamp with Mah Jongg Central coach Michelle Frizzell. Tues., July 23, 1 p.m. $36/Museum member, $50/non-member. The Breman Museum. thebreman.org.
Fri., July 26
Dive into Shabbat, celebrate Shabbat at the MJCCA’s outdoor pool. Fri., July 26, 5 p.m. Free, open to the community; bring your own picnic or purchase from Goodfriend’s Grill. brian.glusman@atlantajcc.org.
Sun., July 28
How to Lead a Shabbos Table, lecture with Rabbi Isser New. Sun., July 28, 9:40 a.m. Chabad of Ga. (404) 843-2464 ext. 102.
Mon., July 29
Summer Driver’s Ed at the MJCCA; includes class time and driving time. Week-long session begins Mon., July 22, 9 a.m. See atlantajcc.org for pricing and specifics. stacie.graff@atlantajcc.org.
Tues., Aug. 6
National Jewish Retreat, five days of learning and discovery with master Torah teachers. Tues., Aug. 6 through Sun., Aug. 11. Hilton of Alexandria, Va. jretreat.com.
Wed. Aug. 7
Have a BLAST at the MJCCA, listen to Rabbi Brian Glusman sound the shofar each morning leading up to Rosh Hashanah (Sept. 4). First day Wed., Aug. 7, 11 a.m. Zaban Park. rabbi.glusman@atlantajcc.org.
Fri., Aug. 9
Dive into Shabbat, celebrate Shabbat at the MJCCA’s outdoor pool. Fri., Aug. 9, 5 p.m. Free, open to the community; bring your own picnic or purchase from Goodfriend’s Grill. brian.glusman@atlantajcc.org.
Wed., Aug. 14
Eat, Play, Mahj, mah jongg open game day and special tour of the Breman Museum’s new exhibit, Project Mah Jongg. Wed., Aug. 14, 10:30 a.m. $36/Museum member, $50/non-member; reservations required. The Breman Museum. gsanders@thebreman.org.
Fri., Aug. 23
Dive Into Shabbat – Intown, the MJCCA’s poolside Shabbat celebration at a new location, featuring the Congregation Bet Haverim Chorus. Fri., Aug. 23, 5 p.m. Free, open to the community. Emory Student Activity and Academic Center. rabbi.glusman@atlantajcc.org.
Camp Barney Medintz 50th Anniversary Celebration, weekend festivities begin with a traditional camp-style Shabbat dinner in the dining hall followed by Shabbat services in the Zaban Chapel. Fri., Aug. 23 to 25. $150/weekend, $80/Saturday only, $50/child Saturday. Camp Barney. (678) 812-4000.
Mon., Aug. 26
Sweeten the New Year – Dunwoody, MJCCA family program featuring froyo, songs, activities, crafts and prizes for kids. Mon., Aug. 26, 6 p.m. Attendance free and open to all; 20 percent discount on purchases. Yogli Mogli at 2090 Dunwoody Club Drive. rabbi.glusman@atlantajcc.org.
Wed., Aug. 28
Soul Trip to New York, Chabad of Georgia rabbis lead the way on visits to important Jewish sites. Wed., Aug. 28. New York City. More information and RSVP at chabadga/soultrip2013.
Sweeten the New Year – East Cobb, MJCCA family program featuring froyo, songs, activities, crafts and prizes for kids. Mon., Aug. 26, 6 p.m. Attendance free and open to all; 20 percent discount on purchases. Yogli Mogli at 1255 Johnson Ferry Road. rabbi.glusman@atlantajcc.org.
Fri., Oct. 25
Jewish National Fund 2013 Conference, national event bringing together hundreds of committed Jewish leaders from across the country. Fri., Oct 25 – 28. Grand Hyatt of Denver, Colo. Register at jnf.org.
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