Text-based interfaith session with a panel, including Rabbi Jeremy Gordon and other faith leaders, presenting texts from their own faiths. The theme is ‘masculinity’, discussed in small mixed faith groups. Text packs and, of course, food and drink will be provided. No charge, but please RSVP or register on Eventbrite.

First night Chanukah Were they really heroes who ousted a mighty empire? How did they form a dynasty of priests and kings? Did they truly rescue Judaism, or rather alter it dramatically?  Why did later Hasmonean monarchs come to replicate the Hellenic culture that their ancestors sought to overturn? And finally, why did they fall prey to corruption, infighting and even atrocities against Jews and Gentiles alike?                             Lawrence Joffe, author of An Illustrated History…

As it is the festival of lights, Jyll will be discussing her work with ‘light’. Jyll Bradley's installations, drawings and sculptures draw upon the potential of light as both metaphor and material. Her most recent work reflects her interest in the structures we build to capture light for plant growth. 'Dutch/Light (for Agneta Block)' 2017, at Turner Contemporary, Margate, drew upon early glasshouse technology, whilst 'Green/Light (for M.R') 2014, commissioned for Folkestone Triennial was based upon traditional hop garden design. Jyll will…

Join Rabbi Jeremy as he explores the life of, and the musical influences on, our Chazan.   We’ll eat dessert, and Stephen will provide the musical accompaniment. Do join us as we welcome our new Chazan back to the community, and celebrate Shabbat Shira. Chazan Stephen will discuss the main influences on Synagogue music, and will be singing the music that he loves. He will also talk about how he hopes to develop the music of New London. Minimum donation £18…