Politics & Current Affairs

6/16/2023

Review of “In the Shadow of Moses”

Though geared toward students and specialists on Africa, this volume is also of interest to anyone seeking material on Jewish identity among Black Africans.

By Shai Afsai

6/15/2022

JF&CS and Volunteers Make a New Home for Ukrainian Evacuees

Lotner, a member of Or Hadash, volunteered for her family and congregants to “adopt” a large Ukrainian Evacuee family and help provide housing needs.

By jfcsatlFor Jewish Family & Career Services

Joseph Siffred Duplessis (French, Carpentras 1725–1802 Versailles)
Benjamin Franklin (1706–1790), 1778
Oil on canvas; Oval, 28 1/2 x 23 in. (72.4 x 58.4 cm)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, The Friedsam Collection, Bequest of Michael Friedsam, 1931 (32.100.132)
http://www.metmuseum.org/Collections/search-the-collections/436236

11/15/2021

How Ben Franklin became an antisemite

The American founding father’s legacy has been misused by antisemites for nearly 90 years.

By Shai Afsai

10/13/2021

Briefing for Georgia’s Israeli-American and pro-Israel Community

Georgia’s Fight Against Antisemitism and BDS Hate

By LeeTanenbaumFor Atlanta Israel Coalition (AIC)

9/24/2021

Lilmode Programs – Adult Education at Etz Chaim

Etz Chaim offers a multitude of educational opportunities for adults. Please join us for these fall/winter programs.

By BerniceIsaac39

Letters Project Spring 2021 - JCRC_AIC IG_FB 3

3/15/2021

The Letters Project: Conversing Across Narratives

Based on Yossi Klein Halevi's bestselling book, Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor: With an Extensive Epilogue of Palestinian Response, the contest runs through May 17

By Wendy KalmanFor Atlanta Israel Coalition (AIC)

2/18/2021

Hillel, UGA SGA Urge New UGA Antisemitism Definition

UGA SGA, with support from SSI and Hillels of Georgia, passed a resolution urging UGA administration to adopt official definition of antisemitism.

By Hillels of GeorgiaFor Hillels of Georgia

2/16/2021

Interfaith dialogues: Plight of the Burmese Rohingyas

Join the the Burmese Rohingya Community of Georgia and JCRC-Atlanta to discuss the plight of the Rohingyas in Burma/Myanmar.

By ExecDirJCRCAtlanta59For JCRC of Atlanta

12/8/2020

Insights Into the Abraham Accords

Former Knesset member Nachman Shai and Center for Israel Education President Ken Stein explore what Israel's new deals with Arab nations will mean for the next U.S. administration.

By ChipJake90For Center for Israel Education

10/23/2020

Atlanta Jewish Times’ 2020 Presidential Election Debate

Chuck Berk, of the Republican Jewish Coalition and Michael Rosenzweig, of the Jewish Democratic Council of America debate the presidential candidates they back.

By Atlanta Jewish Times

4/20/2020

Check Out “Jewish Time” – A Podcast brought to you by the Atlanta Jewish Times

Bringing You an Interesting and Timely Conversation Each Month. Stay tuned for the next installment: Zooming into the Hight Holidays...and beyond!

By Atlanta Jewish Times

4/3/2020

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The Events

Fighting Hate Through Policy: Insights from Legal and Advocacy Experts

Mar 31, 7:00 pm

Ahavath Achim Synagogue

Monday, March 31 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Ahavath Achim Synagogue600 Peachtree Battle Ave NWAtlanta, GA 30327

Requires registration Free

NCJW/ATL Mitzvah in Motion

Apr 8, 11:00 am

National Council of Jewish Women, Atlanta Section

Tuesday, April 8 11:00am - 12:00pm

National Council of Jewish Women - Atlanta Section6303 Roswell Rd NESandy Springs, GA 30328

Requires registration Free

JBusiness – State of the Economy Event

Apr 10, 5:30 pm

Hosted by JBusiness at the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta Please visit our webpage for registration and event updates.

Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta

Thursday, April 10 5:30pm - 7:30pm

See event description for location

Requires registration Free

Rosenberg Speaker Series Featuring Anne Applebaum

Apr 24, 7:30 pm

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MJCCA: Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta

Thursday, April 24 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta5342 Tilly Mill RdAtlanta, GA 30338

$20.00 - $25.00

NCJW/ATL Mitzvah in Motion

Jun 10, 11:00 am

National Council of Jewish Women, Atlanta Section

Tuesday, June 10 11:00am - 12:00pm

National Council of Jewish Women - Atlanta Section6303 Roswell Rd NESandy Springs, GA 30328

Requires registration Free

Emory University’s Rothschild Memorial Lecture

Up Next: Oct 29, 7:00 pm

Tam Institute for Jewish Studies

Wednesday, October 29 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Reception Hall, Carlos Museum, Emory University 571 South Kilgo Cir NEAtlanta, GA 30322

Requires registration Free

The 36th Annual Fran Eizenstat and Eizenstat Family Memorial Lecture

Dec 1, 5:00 pm

Ahavath Achim Synagogue

Monday, December 1 5:00pm - 10:00pm

Ahavath Achim Synagogue600 Peachtree Battle Ave NWAtlanta, GA 30327

Free

AJC’s Atlanta Black/Jewish Teen Initiative 2024-2025

Up Next: 10/20/2024, 5:00 pm

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JWV Atlanta Post 112 Monthly Meeting

Up Next: Mar 16, 10:00 am

CAL_1020 JEWISH WAR VETERANS POST October 15

Yizhar Hess-WZO Vice Chairman-Guest Speaker/Kabbalat Shabbat

Mar 14, 5:45 pm

NCJW/ATL Banned Book Group

Mar 11, 12:00 pm

NCJW/ATL Mitzvah-in-Motion

Mar 4, 11:00 am

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Review of “In the Shadow of Moses”

JF&CS and Volunteers Make a New Home for Ukrainian Evacuees

How Ben Franklin became an antisemite

Briefing for Georgia’s Israeli-American and pro-Israel Community

Lilmode Programs – Adult Education at Etz Chaim

The Letters Project: Conversing Across Narratives

Hillel, UGA SGA Urge New UGA Antisemitism Definition

Interfaith dialogues: Plight of the Burmese Rohingyas

Insights Into the Abraham Accords

Atlanta Jewish Times’ 2020 Presidential Election Debate

Check Out “Jewish Time” – A Podcast brought to you by the Atlanta Jewish Times

AJT Offers Free Home Delivery During Social Isolation

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The Events

Fighting Hate Through Policy: Insights from Legal and Advocacy Experts

NCJW/ATL Mitzvah in Motion

JBusiness – State of the Economy Event

Rosenberg Speaker Series Featuring Anne Applebaum

NCJW/ATL Mitzvah in Motion

Emory University’s Rothschild Memorial Lecture

The 36th Annual Fran Eizenstat and Eizenstat Family Memorial Lecture

AJC’s Atlanta Black/Jewish Teen Initiative 2024-2025

JWV Atlanta Post 112 Monthly Meeting

Yizhar Hess-WZO Vice Chairman-Guest Speaker/Kabbalat Shabbat

NCJW/ATL Banned Book Group

NCJW/ATL Mitzvah-in-Motion