| What's On this Summer at BNJCAs the warm embrace of summer arrives, BNJC is buzzing with excitement and a fantastic lineup of events and activities designed to make this season unforgettable. Whether you're looking to engage in an enriching educational experience or to make new friends, we have something special for everyone.This summer, we are thrilled to offer a diverse range of events that cater to all ages and interests. From jazz concerts and flower-arranging workshops to history walks, we look forward to welcoming you! What's On at BNJCPottery & Glaze Workshop Every Wednesday until 26 June, 6:30pm (£30 per session)Under the tutelage of ceramics artist and designer Helen Lucas, participants will learn about clay and glaze, their material properties, and most importantly, enjoy making pots, tiles, and other objects.Tickets Brighton Jewish Book Club Last Thursday of Every Month, 6:00pm. FreeJoin Nick and Sue in their monthly Jewish Book Club, and explore a range of fascinating reads. All the books you read will be written by Jewish authors or contain Jewish themes, and the monthly discussions will allow you to grab a drink and a snack and enjoy some literary discourse with other book lovers.RSVP Brighton Jewish Walking Tour & Hove Jewish Walking Tour Multiple dates and times, Sundays 10am & 2pm. £15Stroll through hundreds of years of Jewish history in Brighton or Hove. Our unique walking tour combines historic and religious sites with interesting stories of the Jewish people who helped shape Brighton into what it is today.Brighton ToursHove Tours Shavuot Flower Arranging Crafternoon Sunday 9 June, 11am. £5 Learn the art of arranging beautiful bouquets and creating stunning floral displays that will bring a touch of nature’s elegance into your home. Our hands-on workshop is perfect for all skill levels, so come prepared to get creative and have fun!Tickets Mother & Daughter Challah Bake Monday 10 June, 6pm. FreeCelebrate tradition and community at our Women’s Only Challah Bake. Designed to bring mothers and daughters together for an afternoon of connection, learning, and delicious baking. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or new to challah-making, this event promises to be filled with laughter, learning, and love.RSVP Young Professional Shavuot Friday Night Dinner Friday 14 June, 7:30 pm. £20 Step into our stunning Penthouse at BNJC for a joyous Young Professional Friday Night Dinner in celebration of Shavuot. Connect with like-minded individuals, make new friends, and immerse yourself in a memorable Shabbat evening.Tickets Creative Writing Taster Session Tuesday 18 June, 6:30pm. £5 Whether you've never tried it and are curious, or you're a seasoned literary gourmand seeking something new, this two-hour creative writing session (with a refreshment break) will introduce you to tasty, bite-sized writing exercises—a smorgasbord of inspiration for starters, with endless possibilities to follow.Tickets The Fiddle: Talk & Violin Recital Wednesday 19 June, 6:30pm. £5Join us for an evening with Natalie Cummings, author of ‘The Fiddle’, to hear a remarkable true story, tracing the path of a precious violin across landscapes devastated by war and terror, to safety and restoration in 21st-century Britain. The violin was restored on the BBC show ‘The Repair Shop’, where its story inspired the nation. The talk will be followed by a violin recital by Elaine Patience, accompanied by a pianist in a stunning rendition of a selection of Jewish music - played on the original 1800s violin.Ticket sOur One Year Anniversary: Meet Pauly the Painter Sunday 23 June, 11am. FreeJoin us in celebrating BNJC's one-year anniversary since its opening by Chief Rabbi Mirvis with a series of special activities. Local artist Pauly The Painter, AKA Paul Cary, will create a special painting of BNJC with contributions from the local community. Plus, enjoy a relaxing afternoon at our Crafternoon drop-in, where you can sketch parts of BNJC, sip coffee, and connect with fellow community members. Celebrate, create, and immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of our community. RSVPConcert: Jeremy Sassoon’s Musicians of Jewish Origin Thursday 18 July, 8:30pm. £15 for one person, £25 for two peopleA foot-stomping, barn-storming celebration of some of the most iconic and best-loved musicians of Jewish origin. Internationally renowned singer-pianist Jeremy Sassoon and his superb band will take you on a journey through the golden era of Gershwin and the Great American Songbook to the 21st century, honouring artists such as Carole King, Paul Simon, Billy Joel, Randy Newman, and Amy Winehouse. Full of surprising and hilarious anecdotes and some of the most unforgettable songs you’ve ever sung along and danced to, MOJO is illuminating, uplifting, and joyous entertainment.TicketsCopyright © 2022 BNJC, All rights reserved. You signed up to our newsletter on our website. Our mailing address is: BNJC (Brighton & Hove Jewish Community) 29-31 New Church Road Hove, East Sussex BN3 4AD United Kingdom BNJC is registered as a charity in England and Wales No: 1195729. Company No: 12746123. Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. |