CALENDAR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1
B&P Business Casual Breakfast Series — 7 to 9 a.m. A panel of Atlanta-based professionals from the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3akAyzX. Hot Topics — 8 to 9 p.m. Explore the most complex and controversial topics through the brilliant lens of Jewish law and ethics. This new course from Intown Jewish Academy takes on bleeding edge issues related to technology, medicine, gender, and the environment. Join Talmudic scholar and Jewish legal expert Rabbi Mendel Adelman to discover how ancient Jewish wisdom can powerfully inform our modern world. Register at https://bit. ly/3ihwF3b.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Unknown History of Chanukah with Miriam Rosenbaum — 7 to 8 p.m. So, what is the real story behind Chanukah? Is it a military victory holiday or a miracle holiday? How did the holiday change
NOVEMBER 1- NOVEMBER 15 from the time of its beginnings and even more interestingly, why did it change? In this class we will explore the history of the Maccabean Revolt against the Greek Syrian regime; how the Hasmoneans/Maccabees came to power; what the results of that power grab were; and how and why the rabbis of later generations changed the emphasis of the holiday. Congregation Etz Chaim will explore the text of the Book of the Maccabees and have a simulated conference between different groups that had a hand in the making of the Holiday of Light. Register for free at https://bit.ly/3G1hlBI.
Shabbat. Visit https://bit.ly/3eMHwAd to RSVP.
to beat it with purpose, positivity and Jewish pride. A brand new JLI Course taught by Rabbi Hirshy Minkowicz from the Chabad of North Fulton. Register at https://bit.ly/39Lh8nw.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Tot Shabbat — 5 to 6:30 p.m. Join Congregation Etz Chaim for a Tot Shabbat on Friday Night. There will be a potluck dinner followed by crafts, songs, dances, and fun. RSVP at https://bit.ly/396ku42.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Michael Bar-Zohar, Author of ‘The Mossad Amazons’ — 7:30 p.m. From one of Israel’s foremost experts on espionage comes the exciting stories of the greatest Mossad Lohamot, the female warriors of the Israeli Secret Service. The stunning feats of these strong, bold women prove that they are equal to men, and often even better. Beside the nation’s enemies, they had to fight a painful solitude, the awkward attitudes of their male colleagues, and often give up their dream of marriage and children. Find out more information at the MJCCA Book Fest at https:// bit.ly/3ah1Irn.
Ben Gurion Society Presents: State of the Community — 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Learn how the Federation strategically supported our community and our overseas partners through the last 18 months. This Zoom call, led by Rich Walter, Chief of Programs & Grant Making, will help you understand how the Federation prioritized funding decisions in a time of tremendous need. This virtual event is free of charge and sponsored by The Ben Gurion Society. Registration is required at https://bit. ly/2Z5kekk. Presented by NextGen.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Outsmarting Antisemitism — 7:30 to 9 p.m. Outsmarting Antisemitism: How
Story Time with Rabbi Jordan — 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. Join Rabbi Jordan from Congregation Dor Tamid for Story Time on Facebook. Visit https://bit.ly/3xfpywO to get the link.
Matthew McConaughey, ‘Greenlights’ — 8 to 9 p.m. Discover the life-changing memoir that has inspired millions of readers through the Academy Award-winning actor’s lessons learned the hard way about living with greater satisfaction. Find out more information at the MJCCA Book Fest at https:// bit.ly/3oVsL3W.
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Cub Club: Li’l Shabbat from the Garden (virtual) — 9:30 to 9:50 a.m. Celebrating Shabbat has never been so much fun! Join Rabbi Micah and The Davis Academy for a special sing-along as we get ready to welcome Shabbat. Young children and their families will be introduced to interactive songs and dances to bring in the ruach (spirit) of
Jewish Women’s Getaway — Jewish Women’s Getaway (JWG) at Ramah Darom is an unforgettable experience and an opportunity to explore your unique Jewish journeys through art, music, comedy and culinary creations. Build community and have fun in the North Georgia mountains From Nov. 7 through the 10th. Register at https:// bit.ly/3mSG42K.
