Calendar

Oct
18

Jewish Adulting: Teen Learning at Or Hadash

Monthly Sundays, 5:00-8:00 including dinner

- 5:00 Adulting skills

- 6:00 Cooking & eating together

- 7:00 Conversation circle/ discussion

Teens in grade 8 and up: it's time to start adulting. But what does Jewish adulting look like? Join us for this monthly combination of skill-building and discussion led by Or Hadash college student Elijah Jeffres. Each topic will be explored from both a practical perspective (e.g. how do you make a shiva call, or blow shofar, or budget in a way that reflects your needs and your values?) and an ideas & conversational one (e.g. what does Judaism have to say about death and mourning, and what do you think about that? what's the role of music in Judaism, and in your spiritual life? what does Judaism teach about money, and how do you think about it?). 

In between skill building and discussion, we'll make and eat dinner together each week - a skill in itself! Teens are welcome to come for the whole evening, or to only come for one part or another as it suits their interests and schedules.

About our group leader: 

Elijah Jeffres is a musician, artist, explorer, Jewish learner, all-around nerd, and young adult that was raised in the Or Hadash community. They are a 3rd year student at Georgia Tech studying history and sociology, and are so excited to teach a new generation of teens at Or Hadash!

Register here.

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Oct
19

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

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Morning Minyan
Oct
20

Morning Minyan

Join us at 7am on Tuesday mornings for our traditional morning minyan with song and spirit. Bagels and study to follow! Join in person or on Zoom

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Oct
20

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

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Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study
Oct
20

Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study

Tuesdays at Noon | On Zoom

Join us on Tuesdays at noon via Zoom as we journey through the Jewish Bible—24 books and 929 chapters filled with stories of creation and covenant, prophets and kings, exile and return, poetry and wisdom. Together we read and discuss five chapters each week in a welcoming, thoughtful community to find contemporary meaning.

We begin the adventures of Exodus. No prior experience is needed, and no Hebrew skills are required—just curiosity and an open mind.

One hour a week. Log in and join us. Let’s explore the Jewish Bible together.
All are welcome. Click here to join the meeting.

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Oct
22

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Take a breath during your busy day and re-center yourself through Jewish mindfulness meditation led by Rabbi Lauren. Everyone is welcome—whether you're a newcomer to meditation, an occasional practitioner, or you've had a steady practice for years.

Please arrive before 12:15 pm so we can start on time and allow ample time for guided meditation, silence, teaching, and questions. 

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Oct
22

After Auschwitz: Jewish Belief in the Age of Genocide

  How is belief in God possible in the aftermath of the Shoah? Is God dead? Are we experiencing an eclipse of God? Has the covenant between God and the Jewish people been broken? Does God suffer? Is Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) possible in an age of genocide?

Join Marc Gary and Rabbi Lauren to explore these and other questions of modern Jewish belief through a discussion of the writings of major modern Jewish thinkers such as Yitz Greenberg, Richard Rubinstein, Emil Fackenheim and Abraham Joshua Heschel as well as feminist theologian Melissa Raphael and the drashot of R' Kalonymous Kalman Shapira, the rebbe of the Warsaw Ghetto. Come with an open and questioning mind. RSVP here.

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Oct
23

JBaby with Rabbi Lauren and Emiliya Adelson

Becoming and Belonging: Growing together through science, spirituality, and the wonder of parenthood. 

Led by Rabbi Lauren and Emiliya Adelson

Friday, October 23, and 30, and November 6, 13, and 20, 11:30am-1pm

6 weekly meetings, registration required

A group for moms & babies 0-12mos exploring the intersection of Jewish spirituality and neuroscience as pathways to build strong mother-baby bonds.

For additional information and to register, click here.


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Friday Night @ Or Hadash
Oct
23

Friday Night @ Or Hadash

Step out of your week and into Shabbat.

Each week, Shabbat offers a chance to rest, reconnect, and reset. Come as you are. Come sing, learn, pray, question, and grow with us—Friday night or Saturday morning. You are always welcome here.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat.

6:36 pm Candle Lighting

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Oct
24

Shabbat Services

Join us in person or on Zoom to celebrate Shabbat.

Parshat Lech Lecha

7:23 pm Havdalah

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Tot Shabbat
Oct
24

Tot Shabbat

Shabbat mornings are sweeter with little ones!

Join us for Tot Shabbat, in partnership with PJ Library, for a joyful morning of music, stories, movement, and connection.

Led by Kelly Cohen, this special Shabbat experience is designed for children ages 0–6 and their siblings. We’ll sing, move, celebrate, and create meaningful Jewish moments together. After Tot Shabbat, stay for Kiddush lunch and enjoy time connecting with other families in our community.

This program is free and open to all. Whether you’re part of the Or Hadash family or looking for a welcoming place to celebrate Shabbat, we’d love to see you. Bring your friends and join us for a Shabbat morning filled with smiles, songs, and community.

RSVP here.

Lehitra’ot -- See you soon.

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Oct
24

SciFi Book Club

Love a good story with a sci-fi or fantasy twist? Join us for our Jewish Sci-Fi Book Club! We meet monthly to dive into fascinating reads that blend imagination with Jewish culture, history, and mythology. Whether you're a sci-fi enthusiast or simply curious, you’re invited to share your thoughts, explore new ideas, and connect with fellow book lovers.

Please join us after kiddush. No need to finish the book—everyone is welcome to stop by and join the conversation!

Monthly Book Selection:

Our book for October is Father of the Bride of Franken­stein by Daniel M. Kimmel.

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Morning Minyan
Oct
25

Morning Minyan

Join us at 9am on Sunday mornings for "mindfulness minyan." We will daven through selected parts of the liturgy to allow for more spaciousness, singing, meditation, and movement. The service will be about 45 minutes long, and we will end with Mourner's Kaddish. Join us if this is your style of prayer, or you're curious and want to try something new to connect more deeply to the words of prayer and to your own inner life. Join in person or on Zoom.

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Oct
25

Men's Club Gaming and Poker Night

Join other Men’s Club Members for an evening of strategy games, board games, cards. and more. Pizza dinner and snacks will be served. No charge. RSVP here.

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Oct
26

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

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Morning Minyan
Oct
27

Morning Minyan

Join us at 7am on Tuesday mornings for our traditional morning minyan with song and spirit. Bagels and study to follow! Join in person or on Zoom

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Oct
27

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

View Event →
Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study
Oct
27

Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study

Tuesdays at Noon | On Zoom

Join us on Tuesdays at noon via Zoom as we journey through the Jewish Bible—24 books and 929 chapters filled with stories of creation and covenant, prophets and kings, exile and return, poetry and wisdom. Together we read and discuss five chapters each week in a welcoming, thoughtful community to find contemporary meaning.

We begin the adventures of Exodus. No prior experience is needed, and no Hebrew skills are required—just curiosity and an open mind.

One hour a week. Log in and join us. Let’s explore the Jewish Bible together.
All are welcome. Click here to join the meeting.

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Oct
29

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Take a breath during your busy day and re-center yourself through Jewish mindfulness meditation led by Rabbi Lauren. Everyone is welcome—whether you're a newcomer to meditation, an occasional practitioner, or you've had a steady practice for years.

Please arrive before 12:15 pm so we can start on time and allow ample time for guided meditation, silence, teaching, and questions. 

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Oct
29

After Auschwitz: Jewish Belief in the Age of Genocide

  How is belief in God possible in the aftermath of the Shoah? Is God dead? Are we experiencing an eclipse of God? Has the covenant between God and the Jewish people been broken? Does God suffer? Is Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) possible in an age of genocide?

Join Marc Gary and Rabbi Lauren to explore these and other questions of modern Jewish belief through a discussion of the writings of major modern Jewish thinkers such as Yitz Greenberg, Richard Rubinstein, Emil Fackenheim and Abraham Joshua Heschel as well as feminist theologian Melissa Raphael and the drashot of R' Kalonymous Kalman Shapira, the rebbe of the Warsaw Ghetto. Come with an open and questioning mind.

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Oct
30

OH! Or Hadash! Visits the National Center for Civil and Human Rights

New places, new faces, new adventures to share! Meet OH! Or Hadash!, our new field trip and excursion group for congregants ages 50+. Come explore interesting places, discover new perspectives, and connect with friends old and new.

Our first adventure takes us to the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in downtown Atlanta. Come along to learn, reflect, and share the experience together.

Where: 100 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd. NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

Admission: $26 plus tax; $21 plus tax for ages 65+

Meet us at the Center at 10:15 am, or carpool from Or Hadash. Carpools depart promptly at 9:30 am from the synagogue parking lot, so please arrive early.

RSVP is required. Use SignUpGenius to register and indicate whether you need a ride or can drive. Advance signup is required for carpooling.

Questions? Contact Alice Wertheim at 770-605-9608.

OH! Let’s go, go, go!

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Oct
30

JBaby with Rabbi Lauren and Emiliya Adelson

Becoming and Belonging: Growing together through science, spirituality, and the wonder of parenthood. 

Led by Rabbi Lauren and Emiliya Adelson

Friday, October 30, and November 6, 13, and 20, 11:30am-1pm

6 weekly meetings, registration required

A group for moms & babies 0-12mos exploring the intersection of Jewish spirituality and neuroscience as pathways to build strong mother-baby bonds.

For additional information and to register, click here.


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Friday Night @ Or Hadash
Oct
30

Friday Night @ Or Hadash

Step out of your week and into Shabbat.

Each week, Shabbat offers a chance to rest, reconnect, and reset. Come as you are. Come sing, learn, pray, question, and grow with us—Friday night or Saturday morning. You are always welcome here.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat.

6:30 pm Candle Lighting

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Oct
31

Shabbat Services

Join us in person or on Zoom to celebrate Shabbat.

Parshat Vayera

7:16 pm Havdalah

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Morning Minyan
Nov
1

Morning Minyan

Join us at 9am on Sunday mornings for "mindfulness minyan." We will daven through selected parts of the liturgy to allow for more spaciousness, singing, meditation, and movement. The service will be about 45 minutes long, and we will end with Mourner's Kaddish. Join us if this is your style of prayer, or you're curious and want to try something new to connect more deeply to the words of prayer and to your own inner life. Join in person or on Zoom.

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Nov
2

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

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Morning Minyan
Nov
3

Morning Minyan

Join us at 7am on Tuesday mornings for our traditional morning minyan with song and spirit. Bagels and study to follow! Join in person or on Zoom

View Event →
Nov
3

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

View Event →
Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study
Nov
3

Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study

Tuesdays at Noon | On Zoom

Join us on Tuesdays at noon via Zoom as we journey through the Jewish Bible—24 books and 929 chapters filled with stories of creation and covenant, prophets and kings, exile and return, poetry and wisdom. Together we read and discuss five chapters each week in a welcoming, thoughtful community to find contemporary meaning.

We begin the adventures of Exodus. No prior experience is needed, and no Hebrew skills are required—just curiosity and an open mind.

One hour a week. Log in and join us. Let’s explore the Jewish Bible together.
All are welcome. Click here to join the meeting.

View Event →
Nov
5

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Take a breath during your busy day and re-center yourself through Jewish mindfulness meditation led by Rabbi Lauren. Everyone is welcome—whether you're a newcomer to meditation, an occasional practitioner, or you've had a steady practice for years.

Please arrive before 12:15 pm so we can start on time and allow ample time for guided meditation, silence, teaching, and questions. 

View Event →
Nov
5

After Auschwitz: Jewish Belief in the Age of Genocide

  How is belief in God possible in the aftermath of the Shoah? Is God dead? Are we experiencing an eclipse of God? Has the covenant between God and the Jewish people been broken? Does God suffer? Is Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) possible in an age of genocide?

Join Marc Gary and Rabbi Lauren to explore these and other questions of modern Jewish belief through a discussion of the writings of major modern Jewish thinkers such as Yitz Greenberg, Richard Rubinstein, Emil Fackenheim and Abraham Joshua Heschel as well as feminist theologian Melissa Raphael and the drashot of R' Kalonymous Kalman Shapira, the rebbe of the Warsaw Ghetto. Come with an open and questioning mind.

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Nov
6

Fall Torah Tour

Fall Torah Tour with Dr. Amy
Off-Roading: Adventures in Jewish Mysticism

Meet at Brewable Roswell,  846 Mimosa Blvd, Roswell, GA 30075 - a non-profit coffee shop creating meaningful jobs for adults with disabilities (and a mean cuppa joe!).

What if “God as King” doesn’t speak to you—or leaves you wanting more?

Join Dr. Amy for three gatherings exploring Jewish mystical ideas that take us beyond familiar images of God. Together, we’ll wonder what these different ways of imagining the divine could mean for how we understand Torah, mitzvot, and our own Jewish lives.

Bring your questions, your curiosity, and a willingness to take a few unexpected turns. Whether these ideas are familiar or entirely new to you, come wonder and take this adventure with us.

Torah belongs out in the world! Meet up with Dr. Amy to rouse your body and spirit with a gem of Torah, a warm cup of coffee, and new friends. Come once or come weekly.

Pro-tip: Bring a friend, arrive early, get your coffee and settle in for a treat. RSVP here.

Make plans to join Dr. Amy for upcoming Torah Tour dates:

November 13: Cuddlefish, 290 High Street, Dunwoody, GA RSVP

November 20: Laylo Cafe, 5180 Peachtree Blvd Ste 495, Chamblee, GA RSVP



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Nov
6

JBaby with Rabbi Lauren and Emiliya Adelson

Becoming and Belonging: Growing together through science, spirituality, and the wonder of parenthood. 

Led by Rabbi Lauren and Emiliya Adelson

Friday, November 6, 13, and 20, 11:30am-1pm

6 weekly meetings, registration required

A group for moms & babies 0-12mos exploring the intersection of Jewish spirituality and neuroscience as pathways to build strong mother-baby bonds.

For additional information and to register, click here.


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Nov
6

Shabbat for All & Musical Shabbat & Dinner

Join us for Shabbat for All, a Shabbat evening with JAccess and PJ Library Atlanta in partnership with Congregation Or Hadash. The Shabbat for All experience welcomes everyone and offers an evening of connection, accessibility, Shabbat themed art making, storytelling, and community in a space where all can participate. Enjoy a light kosher dinner and story time. Register here.

Whether you're a longtime member, new to Or Hadash or shul shopping, this is your invitation to experience the joy, music, warmth, and community that make Or Hadash special. 

  • Join Rabbi Lauren and our davening team for a soulful, musical Kabbalat Shabbat with guitar. Before services, enjoy a delicious Shabbat dinner and warm conversation with friends—new and longtime. 

    Families, singles, couples, empty nesters—everyone is welcome.

RSVP today for dinner! See you soon. RSVP: $10/person. Kids under 5 free.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat. 

Lehitra'ot - See you soon.

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Friday Night @ Or Hadash
Nov
6

Friday Night @ Or Hadash

Step out of your week and into Shabbat.

Each week, Shabbat offers a chance to rest, reconnect, and reset. Come as you are. Come sing, learn, pray, question, and grow with us—Friday night or Saturday morning. You are always welcome here.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat.

5:23 pm Candle Lighting

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Nov
7

Shabbat Services

Join us in person or on Zoom to celebrate Shabbat.

Parshat Chayei Sarah

6:10 pm Havdalah

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Tot Shabbat
Nov
7

Tot Shabbat

Shabbat mornings are sweeter with little ones!

Join us for Tot Shabbat for a joyful morning of music, stories, movement, and connection.

Led by Gila Daman and Pam Cohen, this special Shabbat experience is designed for children ages 0–6 and their siblings. We’ll sing, move, celebrate, and create meaningful Jewish moments together. After Tot Shabbat, stay for Kiddush lunch and enjoy time connecting with other families in our community.

This program is free and open to all. Whether you’re part of the Or Hadash family or looking for a welcoming place to celebrate Shabbat, we’d love to see you. Bring your friends and join us for a Shabbat morning filled with smiles, songs, and community.

RSVP here.

Lehitra’ot -- See you soon.

View Event →
Morning Minyan
Nov
8

Morning Minyan

Join us at 9am on Sunday mornings for "mindfulness minyan." We will daven through selected parts of the liturgy to allow for more spaciousness, singing, meditation, and movement. The service will be about 45 minutes long, and we will end with Mourner's Kaddish. Join us if this is your style of prayer, or you're curious and want to try something new to connect more deeply to the words of prayer and to your own inner life. Join in person or on Zoom.

View Event →
Nov
9

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

View Event →
Morning Minyan
Nov
10

Morning Minyan

Join us at 7am on Tuesday mornings for our traditional morning minyan with song and spirit. Bagels and study to follow! Join in person or on Zoom

View Event →
Nov
10

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

View Event →
Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study
Nov
10

Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study

Tuesdays at Noon | On Zoom

Join us on Tuesdays at noon via Zoom as we journey through the Jewish Bible—24 books and 929 chapters filled with stories of creation and covenant, prophets and kings, exile and return, poetry and wisdom. Together we read and discuss five chapters each week in a welcoming, thoughtful community to find contemporary meaning.

We begin the adventures of Exodus. No prior experience is needed, and no Hebrew skills are required—just curiosity and an open mind.

One hour a week. Log in and join us. Let’s explore the Jewish Bible together.
All are welcome. Click here to join the meeting.

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Nov
10

Make Your Mark! Rosh Hodesh Creativity and Spirituality

This fall, Or Hadash welcomes Rabbi Ruth Abusch-Magder for a creative Rosh Hodesh series exploring the themes and teachings of each Jewish month through text study and art.

We’ll learn some text together, and then explore it by “making marks” - aka making art in a no-pressure environment. All are welcome! No artistic background or skill necessary!

Come for one session—or join us each month. Separate registration is required for each date.

Wednesday, Oct 14 - RSVP

Tuesday, Nov 10 - RSVP

Tues, Dec 15 - RSVP

Fee per session: $36 in advance | $30 in advance for Or Nashim Members | $40 at the door

Rabbi Ruth Abusch-Magder PhD. is a community rabbi who, in addition to facilitating life cycle events and teaching Torah, is also a Certified Jewish Studio Project Facilitator. She is an avid potter and loves to encourage the natural creativity that we all possess. She got her doctorate in Jewish women's history from Yale and has lived in Canada, Israel, Germany, and all over the United States.

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Nov
12

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Take a breath during your busy day and re-center yourself through Jewish mindfulness meditation led by Rachel Schultz. Everyone is welcome—whether you're a newcomer to meditation, an occasional practitioner, or you've had a steady practice for years.

Please arrive before 12:15 pm so we can start on time and allow ample time for guided meditation, silence, teaching, and questions. 

View Event →
Nov
12

After Auschwitz: Jewish Belief in the Age of Genocide

  How is belief in God possible in the aftermath of the Shoah? Is God dead? Are we experiencing an eclipse of God? Has the covenant between God and the Jewish people been broken? Does God suffer? Is Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) possible in an age of genocide?

Join Marc Gary and Rabbi Lauren to explore these and other questions of modern Jewish belief through a discussion of the writings of major modern Jewish thinkers such as Yitz Greenberg, Richard Rubinstein, Emil Fackenheim and Abraham Joshua Heschel as well as feminist theologian Melissa Raphael and the drashot of R' Kalonymous Kalman Shapira, the rebbe of the Warsaw Ghetto. Come with an open and questioning mind.

View Event →
Nov
13

Fall Torah Tour

Fall Torah Tour with Dr. Amy
Off-Roading: Adventures in Jewish Mysticism

Meet at Cuddlefish, 290 High Street, Dunwoody, GA — Coffee and pastries in the morning, sushi and sake at night.

What if “God as King” doesn’t speak to you—or leaves you wanting more?

Join Dr. Amy for three gatherings exploring Jewish mystical ideas that take us beyond familiar images of God. Together, we’ll wonder what these different ways of imagining the divine could mean for how we understand Torah, mitzvot, and our own Jewish lives.

Bring your questions, your curiosity, and a willingness to take a few unexpected turns. Whether these ideas are familiar or entirely new to you, come wonder and take this adventure with us.

Torah belongs out in the world! Meet up with Dr. Amy to rouse your body and spirit with a gem of Torah, a warm cup of coffee, and new friends. Come once or come weekly.

Pro-tip: Bring a friend, arrive early, get your coffee and settle in for a treat. RSVP here.

Make plans to join Dr. Amy for the next Torah Tour stop:

November 20: Laylo Cafe, 5180 Peachtree Blvd Ste 495, Chamblee, GA RSVP

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Nov
13

JBaby with Rabbi Lauren and Emiliya Adelson

Becoming and Belonging: Growing together through science, spirituality, and the wonder of parenthood. 

Led by Rabbi Lauren and Emiliya Adelson

Friday, November 13, and 20, 11:30am-1pm

6 weekly meetings, registration required

A group for moms & babies 0-12mos exploring the intersection of Jewish spirituality and neuroscience as pathways to build strong mother-baby bonds.

For additional information and to register, click here.


View Event →
Friday Night @ Or Hadash
Nov
13

Friday Night @ Or Hadash

Step out of your week and into Shabbat.

Each week, Shabbat offers a chance to rest, reconnect, and reset. Come as you are. Come sing, learn, pray, question, and grow with us—Friday night or Saturday morning. You are always welcome here.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat.

5:17 pm Candle Lighting

View Event →
Nov
14

Shabbat Services

Join us in person or on Zoom to celebrate Shabbat.

Parshat Toldot

6:05 pm Havdalah

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Nov
14

SciFi Book Club

Love a good story with a sci-fi or fantasy twist? Join us for our Jewish Sci-Fi Book Club! We meet monthly to dive into fascinating reads that blend imagination with Jewish culture, history, and mythology. Whether you're a sci-fi enthusiast or simply curious, you’re invited to share your thoughts, explore new ideas, and connect with fellow book lovers.

Please join us after kiddush. No need to finish the book—everyone is welcome to stop by and join the conversation!

Monthly Book Selection:

Our book for November is Next Stop by Benjamin Resnick.

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Morning Minyan
Nov
15

Morning Minyan

Join us at 9am on Sunday mornings for "mindfulness minyan." We will daven through selected parts of the liturgy to allow for more spaciousness, singing, meditation, and movement. The service will be about 45 minutes long, and we will end with Mourner's Kaddish. Join us if this is your style of prayer, or you're curious and want to try something new to connect more deeply to the words of prayer and to your own inner life. Join in person or on Zoom.

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Nov
15

Jewish Adulting: Teen Learning at Or Hadash

Monthly Sundays, 5:00-8:00 including dinner

- 5:00 Adulting skills

- 6:00 Cooking & eating together

- 7:00 Conversation circle/ discussion

Teens in grade 8 and up: it's time to start adulting. But what does Jewish adulting look like? Join us for this monthly combination of skill-building and discussion led by Or Hadash college student Elijah Jeffres. Each topic will be explored from both a practical perspective (e.g. how do you make a shiva call, or blow shofar, or budget in a way that reflects your needs and your values?) and an ideas & conversational one (e.g. what does Judaism have to say about death and mourning, and what do you think about that? what's the role of music in Judaism, and in your spiritual life? what does Judaism teach about money, and how do you think about it?). 

In between skill building and discussion, we'll make and eat dinner together each week - a skill in itself! Teens are welcome to come for the whole evening, or to only come for one part or another as it suits their interests and schedules.

Register here.

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Nov
16

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

View Event →
Morning Minyan
Nov
17

Morning Minyan

Join us at 7am on Tuesday mornings for our traditional morning minyan with song and spirit. Bagels and study to follow! Join in person or on Zoom

View Event →
Nov
17

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

View Event →
Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study
Nov
17

Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study

Tuesdays at Noon | On Zoom

Join us on Tuesdays at noon via Zoom as we journey through the Jewish Bible—24 books and 929 chapters filled with stories of creation and covenant, prophets and kings, exile and return, poetry and wisdom. Together we read and discuss five chapters each week in a welcoming, thoughtful community to find contemporary meaning.

We begin the adventures of Exodus. No prior experience is needed, and no Hebrew skills are required—just curiosity and an open mind.

One hour a week. Log in and join us. Let’s explore the Jewish Bible together.
All are welcome. Click here to join the meeting.

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Nov
17

After Auschwitz: Jewish Belief in the Age of Genocide

  How is belief in God possible in the aftermath of the Shoah? Is God dead? Are we experiencing an eclipse of God? Has the covenant between God and the Jewish people been broken? Does God suffer? Is Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) possible in an age of genocide?

Join Marc Gary and Rabbi Lauren to explore these and other questions of modern Jewish belief through a discussion of the writings of major modern Jewish thinkers such as Yitz Greenberg, Richard Rubinstein, Emil Fackenheim and Abraham Joshua Heschel as well as feminist theologian Melissa Raphael and the drashot of R' Kalonymous Kalman Shapira, the rebbe of the Warsaw Ghetto. Come with an open and questioning mind. RSVP here.

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Nov
18

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Take a breath during your busy day and re-center yourself through Jewish mindfulness meditation led by Rabbi Lauren. Everyone is welcome—whether you're a newcomer to meditation, an occasional practitioner, or you've had a steady practice for years.

Please arrive before 12:15 pm so we can start on time and allow ample time for guided meditation, silence, teaching, and questions. 

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Nov
20

Fall Torah Tour

Fall Torah Tour with Dr. Amy
Off-Roading: Adventures in Jewish Mysticism

Meet at Laylo Cafe, 5180 Peachtree Blvd Ste 495, Chamblee, GA — featuring pastries that are true works of art.


What if “God as King” doesn’t speak to you—or leaves you wanting more?

Join Dr. Amy for three gatherings exploring Jewish mystical ideas that take us beyond familiar images of God. Together, we’ll wonder what these different ways of imagining the divine could mean for how we understand Torah, mitzvot, and our own Jewish lives.

Bring your questions, your curiosity, and a willingness to take a few unexpected turns. Whether these ideas are familiar or entirely new to you, come wonder and take this adventure with us.

Torah belongs out in the world! Meet up with Dr. Amy to rouse your body and spirit with a gem of Torah, a warm cup of coffee, and new friends. Come once or come weekly.

Pro-tip: Bring a friend, arrive early, get your coffee and settle in for a treat. RSVP here.


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Nov
20

JBaby with Rabbi Lauren and Emiliya Adelson

Becoming and Belonging: Growing together through science, spirituality, and the wonder of parenthood. 

Led by Rabbi Lauren and Emiliya Adelson

Friday, November 20, 11:30am-1pm

6 weekly meetings, registration required

A group for moms & babies 0-12mos exploring the intersection of Jewish spirituality and neuroscience as pathways to build strong mother-baby bonds.

For additional information and to register, click here.


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Friday Night @ Or Hadash
Nov
20

Friday Night @ Or Hadash

Step out of your week and into Shabbat.

Each week, Shabbat offers a chance to rest, reconnect, and reset. Come as you are. Come sing, learn, pray, question, and grow with us—Friday night or Saturday morning. You are always welcome here.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat.

5:13 pm Candle Lighting

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Nov
21

Shabbat Services

Join us in person or on Zoom to celebrate Shabbat.

Parshat Vayeira

6:01 pm Havdalah

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Nov
21

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Shabbat Morning Experience

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Approach to Shabbat Morning

This service is a new gateway into Shabbat prayer, opening up the service for anyone for has ever longed to feel more connected in a Jewish prayer space.

9:15am: Gentle guided meditation rooting us in sacred time and the Jewish calendar

10:00am: Studying, chanting, and experiencing five or six prayers total from the Shabbat morning liturgy, taking more time to unpack the deeper meaning of each one. 

10:50am: Text study and Torah discussion in pairs and with the larger group, culminating in an abbreviated Torah service with group aliyot, closing just before noon with Mourner's Kaddish and then a community Kiddish.

Part contemplative prayer and chant, part learner's minyan, part community experience, there's something here for everyone.

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Tot Shabbat
Nov
21

Tot Shabbat

Shabbat mornings are sweeter with little ones!

Join us for Tot Shabbat for a joyful morning of music, stories, movement, and connection.

Led by Kelly Cohen, this special Shabbat experience is designed for children ages 0–6 and their siblings. We’ll sing, move, celebrate, and create meaningful Jewish moments together. After Tot Shabbat, stay for Kiddush lunch and enjoy time connecting with other families in our community.

This program is free and open to all. Whether you’re part of the Or Hadash family or looking for a welcoming place to celebrate Shabbat, we’d love to see you. Bring your friends and join us for a Shabbat morning filled with smiles, songs, and community.

RSVP here.

Lehitra’ot -- See you soon.

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Morning Minyan
Nov
22

Morning Minyan

Join us at 9am on Sunday mornings for "mindfulness minyan." We will daven through selected parts of the liturgy to allow for more spaciousness, singing, meditation, and movement. The service will be about 45 minutes long, and we will end with Mourner's Kaddish. Join us if this is your style of prayer, or you're curious and want to try something new to connect more deeply to the words of prayer and to your own inner life. Join in person or on Zoom.

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Nov
23

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

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Morning Minyan
Nov
24

Morning Minyan

Join us at 7am on Tuesday mornings for our traditional morning minyan with song and spirit. Bagels and study to follow! Join in person or on Zoom

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Nov
24

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

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Friday Night @ Or Hadash
Nov
27

Friday Night @ Or Hadash

Step out of your week and into Shabbat.

Each week, Shabbat offers a chance to rest, reconnect, and reset. Come as you are. Come sing, learn, pray, question, and grow with us—Friday night or Saturday morning. You are always welcome here.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat.

5:11 pm Candle Lighting

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Nov
28

Shabbat Services

Join us in person or on Zoom to celebrate Shabbat.

Parshat Vayishlach

5:59 pm Havdalah

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Morning Minyan
Nov
29

Morning Minyan

Join us at 9am on Sunday mornings for "mindfulness minyan." We will daven through selected parts of the liturgy to allow for more spaciousness, singing, meditation, and movement. The service will be about 45 minutes long, and we will end with Mourner's Kaddish. Join us if this is your style of prayer, or you're curious and want to try something new to connect more deeply to the words of prayer and to your own inner life. Join in person or on Zoom.

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Nov
30

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

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Morning Minyan
Dec
1

Morning Minyan

Join us at 7am on Tuesday mornings for our traditional morning minyan with song and spirit. Bagels and study to follow! Join in person or on Zoom

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Dec
1

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

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Dec
2

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Take a breath during your busy day and re-center yourself through Jewish mindfulness meditation led by Rabbi Lauren. Everyone is welcome—whether you're a newcomer to meditation, an occasional practitioner, or you've had a steady practice for years.

Please arrive before 12:15 pm so we can start on time and allow ample time for guided meditation, silence, teaching, and questions. 

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Friday Night @ Or Hadash
Dec
4

Friday Night @ Or Hadash

Step out of your week and into Shabbat.

Each week, Shabbat offers a chance to rest, reconnect, and reset. Come as you are. Come sing, learn, pray, question, and grow with us—Friday night or Saturday morning. You are always welcome here.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat.

5:10 pm Candle Lighting

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Dec
5

Shabbat Services

Join us in person or on Zoom to celebrate Shabbat.

Parshat Vayeshev

5:58 pm Havdalah

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Tot Shabbat
Dec
5

Tot Shabbat

Shabbat mornings are sweeter with little ones!

Join us for Tot Shabbat for a joyful morning of music, stories, movement, and connection.

Led by Gila Daman and Pam Cohen, this special Shabbat experience is designed for children ages 0–6 and their siblings. We’ll sing, move, celebrate, and create meaningful Jewish moments together. After Tot Shabbat, stay for Kiddush lunch and enjoy time connecting with other families in our community.

This program is free and open to all. Whether you’re part of the Or Hadash family or looking for a welcoming place to celebrate Shabbat, we’d love to see you. Bring your friends and join us for a Shabbat morning filled with smiles, songs, and community.

RSVP here.

Lehitra’ot -- See you soon.

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Morning Minyan
Dec
6

Morning Minyan

Join us at 9am on Sunday mornings for "mindfulness minyan." We will daven through selected parts of the liturgy to allow for more spaciousness, singing, meditation, and movement. The service will be about 45 minutes long, and we will end with Mourner's Kaddish. Join us if this is your style of prayer, or you're curious and want to try something new to connect more deeply to the words of prayer and to your own inner life. Join in person or on Zoom.

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Dec
7

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

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Dec
8

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

View Event →
Dec
11

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Take a breath during your busy day and re-center yourself through Jewish mindfulness meditation led by Rabbi Lauren. Everyone is welcome—whether you're a newcomer to meditation, an occasional practitioner, or you've had a steady practice for years.

Please arrive before 12:15 pm so we can start on time and allow ample time for guided meditation, silence, teaching, and questions. 

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Dec
11

Bring in the light! Hanukkah, Shabbat & Latke Dinner

5:00 Hanukiyot lighting, followed by latke dinner

6:30 Musical Shabbat services

Join your lights with ours for one of our favorite nights of the year. All are invited to bring a hanukiyah and candles from home for our communal candle lighting. As we take in their warm glow, we’ll enjoy latkes, salad, and sufganiyot, and then move into a musical Shabbat service together. RSVP here. Cost for dinner $10/person, 5 and under free.


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Friday Night @ Or Hadash
Dec
11

Friday Night @ Or Hadash

Step out of your week and into Shabbat.

Each week, Shabbat offers a chance to rest, reconnect, and reset. Come as you are. Come sing, learn, pray, question, and grow with us—Friday night or Saturday morning. You are always welcome here.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat.

5:11 pm Candle Lighting

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Dec
12

Shabbat Services

Join us in person or on Zoom to celebrate Shabbat.

Parshat Miketz

5:59 pm Havdalah

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Dec
12

SciFi Book Club

Love a good story with a sci-fi or fantasy twist? Join us for our Jewish Sci-Fi Book Club! We meet monthly to dive into fascinating reads that blend imagination with Jewish culture, history, and mythology. Whether you're a sci-fi enthusiast or simply curious, you’re invited to share your thoughts, explore new ideas, and connect with fellow book lovers.

Please join us after kiddush. No need to finish the book—everyone is welcome to stop by and join the conversation!

Monthly Book Selection:

Our book for December is The Golem and Jinni by Helene Wecker.

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Dec
13

Jewish Adulting: Teen Learning at Or Hadash

Monthly Sundays, 5:00-8:00 including dinner

- 5:00 Adulting skills

- 6:00 Cooking & eating together

- 7:00 Conversation circle/ discussion

Teens in grade 8 and up: it's time to start adulting. But what does Jewish adulting look like? Join us for this monthly combination of skill-building and discussion led by Or Hadash college student Elijah Jeffres. Each topic will be explored from both a practical perspective (e.g. how do you make a shiva call, or blow shofar, or budget in a way that reflects your needs and your values?) and an ideas & conversational one (e.g. what does Judaism have to say about death and mourning, and what do you think about that? what's the role of music in Judaism, and in your spiritual life? what does Judaism teach about money, and how do you think about it?). 

In between skill building and discussion, we'll make and eat dinner together each week - a skill in itself! Teens are welcome to come for the whole evening, or to only come for one part or another as it suits their interests and schedules.

Register here.

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Dec
14

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

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Morning Minyan
Dec
15

Morning Minyan

Join us at 7am on Tuesday mornings for our traditional morning minyan with song and spirit. Bagels and study to follow! Join in person or on Zoom

View Event →
Dec
15

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

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Dec
15

Make Your Mark! Rosh Hodesh Creativity and Spirituality

This fall, Or Hadash welcomes Rabbi Ruth Abusch-Magder for a creative Rosh Hodesh series exploring the themes and teachings of each Jewish month through text study and art.

We’ll learn some text together, and then explore it by “making marks” - aka making art in a no-pressure environment. All are welcome! No artistic background or skill necessary!

Come for one session—or join us each month. Separate registration is required for each date.

Wednesday, Oct 14 - RSVP

Tuesday, Nov 10 - RSVP

Tues, Dec 15 - RSVP

Fee per session: $36 in advance | $30 in advance for Or Nashim Members | $40 at the door

Rabbi Ruth Abusch-Magder PhD. is a community rabbi who, in addition to facilitating life cycle events and teaching Torah, is also a Certified Jewish Studio Project Facilitator. She is an avid potter and loves to encourage the natural creativity that we all possess. She got her doctorate in Jewish women's history from Yale and has lived in Canada, Israel, Germany, and all over the United States.

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Dec
16

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Take a breath during your busy day and re-center yourself through Jewish mindfulness meditation led by Rabbi Lauren. Everyone is welcome—whether you're a newcomer to meditation, an occasional practitioner, or you've had a steady practice for years.

Please arrive before 12:15 pm so we can start on time and allow ample time for guided meditation, silence, teaching, and questions. 

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Friday Night @ Or Hadash
Dec
18

Friday Night @ Or Hadash

Step out of your week and into Shabbat.

Each week, Shabbat offers a chance to rest, reconnect, and reset. Come as you are. Come sing, learn, pray, question, and grow with us—Friday night or Saturday morning. You are always welcome here.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat.

5:13 pm Candle Lighting

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Dec
19

Shabbat Services

Join us in person or on Zoom to celebrate Shabbat.

Parshat Miketz

5:59 pm Havdalah

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Dec
19

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Shabbat Morning Experience

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Approach to Shabbat Morning

This service is a new gateway into Shabbat prayer, opening up the service for anyone for has ever longed to feel more connected in a Jewish prayer space.

9:15am: Gentle guided meditation rooting us in sacred time and the Jewish calendar

10:00am: Studying, chanting, and experiencing five or six prayers total from the Shabbat morning liturgy, taking more time to unpack the deeper meaning of each one. 

10:50am: Text study and Torah discussion in pairs and with the larger group, culminating in an abbreviated Torah service with group aliyot, closing just before noon with Mourner's Kaddish and then a community Kiddish.

Part contemplative prayer and chant, part learner's minyan, part community experience, there's something here for everyone.

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Morning Minyan
Dec
20

Morning Minyan

Join us at 9am on Sunday mornings for "mindfulness minyan." We will daven through selected parts of the liturgy to allow for more spaciousness, singing, meditation, and movement. The service will be about 45 minutes long, and we will end with Mourner's Kaddish. Join us if this is your style of prayer, or you're curious and want to try something new to connect more deeply to the words of prayer and to your own inner life. Join in person or on Zoom.

View Event →
Dec
21

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

View Event →
Dec
22

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

View Event →
Friday Night @ Or Hadash
Dec
25

Friday Night @ Or Hadash

Step out of your week and into Shabbat.

Each week, Shabbat offers a chance to rest, reconnect, and reset. Come as you are. Come sing, learn, pray, question, and grow with us—Friday night or Saturday morning. You are always welcome here.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat.

5:16 pm Candle Lighting

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Dec
26

Shabbat Services

Join us in person or on Zoom to celebrate Shabbat.

Parshat Vayechi

6:05 pm Havdalah

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Morning Minyan
Dec
27

Morning Minyan

Join us at 9am on Sunday mornings for "mindfulness minyan." We will daven through selected parts of the liturgy to allow for more spaciousness, singing, meditation, and movement. The service will be about 45 minutes long, and we will end with Mourner's Kaddish. Join us if this is your style of prayer, or you're curious and want to try something new to connect more deeply to the words of prayer and to your own inner life. Join in person or on Zoom.

View Event →
Dec
28

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

View Event →
Morning Minyan
Dec
29

Morning Minyan

Join us at 7am on Tuesday mornings for our traditional morning minyan with song and spirit. Bagels and study to follow! Join in person or on Zoom

View Event →
Dec
29

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

View Event →
Jan
16

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Shabbat Morning Experience

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Approach to Shabbat Morning

This service is a new gateway into Shabbat prayer, opening up the service for anyone for has ever longed to feel more connected in a Jewish prayer space.

9:15am: Gentle guided meditation rooting us in sacred time and the Jewish calendar

10:00am: Studying, chanting, and experiencing five or six prayers total from the Shabbat morning liturgy, taking more time to unpack the deeper meaning of each one. 

10:50am: Text study and Torah discussion in pairs and with the larger group, culminating in an abbreviated Torah service with group aliyot, closing just before noon with Mourner's Kaddish and then a community Kiddish.

Part contemplative prayer and chant, part learner's minyan, part community experience, there's something here for everyone.

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Jan
17

Jewish Adulting: Teen Learning at Or Hadash

Monthly Sundays, 5:00-8:00 including dinner

- 5:00 Adulting skills

- 6:00 Cooking & eating together

- 7:00 Conversation circle/ discussion

Teens in grade 8 and up: it's time to start adulting. But what does Jewish adulting look like? Join us for this monthly combination of skill-building and discussion led by Or Hadash college student Elijah Jeffres. Each topic will be explored from both a practical perspective (e.g. how do you make a shiva call, or blow shofar, or budget in a way that reflects your needs and your values?) and an ideas & conversational one (e.g. what does Judaism have to say about death and mourning, and what do you think about that? what's the role of music in Judaism, and in your spiritual life? what does Judaism teach about money, and how do you think about it?). 

In between skill building and discussion, we'll make and eat dinner together each week - a skill in itself! Teens are welcome to come for the whole evening, or to only come for one part or another as it suits their interests and schedules.

Register here.

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Feb
20

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Shabbat Morning Experience

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Approach to Shabbat Morning

This service is a new gateway into Shabbat prayer, opening up the service for anyone for has ever longed to feel more connected in a Jewish prayer space.

9:15am: Gentle guided meditation rooting us in sacred time and the Jewish calendar

10:00am: Studying, chanting, and experiencing five or six prayers total from the Shabbat morning liturgy, taking more time to unpack the deeper meaning of each one. 

10:50am: Text study and Torah discussion in pairs and with the larger group, culminating in an abbreviated Torah service with group aliyot, closing just before noon with Mourner's Kaddish and then a community Kiddish.

Part contemplative prayer and chant, part learner's minyan, part community experience, there's something here for everyone.

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Feb
21

Jewish Adulting: Teen Learning at Or Hadash

Monthly Sundays, 5:00-8:00 including dinner

- 5:00 Adulting skills

- 6:00 Cooking & eating together

- 7:00 Conversation circle/ discussion

Teens in grade 8 and up: it's time to start adulting. But what does Jewish adulting look like? Join us for this monthly combination of skill-building and discussion led by Or Hadash college student Elijah Jeffres. Each topic will be explored from both a practical perspective (e.g. how do you make a shiva call, or blow shofar, or budget in a way that reflects your needs and your values?) and an ideas & conversational one (e.g. what does Judaism have to say about death and mourning, and what do you think about that? what's the role of music in Judaism, and in your spiritual life? what does Judaism teach about money, and how do you think about it?). 

In between skill building and discussion, we'll make and eat dinner together each week - a skill in itself! Teens are welcome to come for the whole evening, or to only come for one part or another as it suits their interests and schedules.

Register here.

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Mar
20

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Shabbat Morning Experience

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Approach to Shabbat Morning

This service is a new gateway into Shabbat prayer, opening up the service for anyone for has ever longed to feel more connected in a Jewish prayer space.

9:15am: Gentle guided meditation rooting us in sacred time and the Jewish calendar

10:00am: Studying, chanting, and experiencing five or six prayers total from the Shabbat morning liturgy, taking more time to unpack the deeper meaning of each one. 

10:50am: Text study and Torah discussion in pairs and with the larger group, culminating in an abbreviated Torah service with group aliyot, closing just before noon with Mourner's Kaddish and then a community Kiddish.

Part contemplative prayer and chant, part learner's minyan, part community experience, there's something here for everyone.

View Event →
Mar
21

Jewish Adulting: Teen Learning at Or Hadash

Monthly Sundays, 5:00-8:00 including dinner

- 5:00 Adulting skills

- 6:00 Cooking & eating together

- 7:00 Conversation circle/ discussion

Teens in grade 8 and up: it's time to start adulting. But what does Jewish adulting look like? Join us for this monthly combination of skill-building and discussion led by Or Hadash college student Elijah Jeffres. Each topic will be explored from both a practical perspective (e.g. how do you make a shiva call, or blow shofar, or budget in a way that reflects your needs and your values?) and an ideas & conversational one (e.g. what does Judaism have to say about death and mourning, and what do you think about that? what's the role of music in Judaism, and in your spiritual life? what does Judaism teach about money, and how do you think about it?). 

In between skill building and discussion, we'll make and eat dinner together each week - a skill in itself! Teens are welcome to come for the whole evening, or to only come for one part or another as it suits their interests and schedules.

Register here.

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Apr
17

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Shabbat Morning Experience

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Approach to Shabbat Morning

This service is a new gateway into Shabbat prayer, opening up the service for anyone for has ever longed to feel more connected in a Jewish prayer space.

9:15am: Gentle guided meditation rooting us in sacred time and the Jewish calendar

10:00am: Studying, chanting, and experiencing five or six prayers total from the Shabbat morning liturgy, taking more time to unpack the deeper meaning of each one. 

10:50am: Text study and Torah discussion in pairs and with the larger group, culminating in an abbreviated Torah service with group aliyot, closing just before noon with Mourner's Kaddish and then a community Kiddish.

Part contemplative prayer and chant, part learner's minyan, part community experience, there's something here for everyone.

View Event →
Apr
18

Jewish Adulting: Teen Learning at Or Hadash

Monthly Sundays, 5:00-8:00 including dinner

- 5:00 Adulting skills

- 6:00 Cooking & eating together

- 7:00 Conversation circle/ discussion

Teens in grade 8 and up: it's time to start adulting. But what does Jewish adulting look like? Join us for this monthly combination of skill-building and discussion led by Or Hadash college student Elijah Jeffres. Each topic will be explored from both a practical perspective (e.g. how do you make a shiva call, or blow shofar, or budget in a way that reflects your needs and your values?) and an ideas & conversational one (e.g. what does Judaism have to say about death and mourning, and what do you think about that? what's the role of music in Judaism, and in your spiritual life? what does Judaism teach about money, and how do you think about it?). 

In between skill building and discussion, we'll make and eat dinner together each week - a skill in itself! Teens are welcome to come for the whole evening, or to only come for one part or another as it suits their interests and schedules.

Register here.

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May
9

Jewish Adulting: Teen Learning at Or Hadash

Monthly Sundays, 5:00-8:00 including dinner

- 5:00 Adulting skills

- 6:00 Cooking & eating together

- 7:00 Conversation circle/ discussion

Teens in grade 8 and up: it's time to start adulting. But what does Jewish adulting look like? Join us for this monthly combination of skill-building and discussion led by Or Hadash college student Elijah Jeffres. Each topic will be explored from both a practical perspective (e.g. how do you make a shiva call, or blow shofar, or budget in a way that reflects your needs and your values?) and an ideas & conversational one (e.g. what does Judaism have to say about death and mourning, and what do you think about that? what's the role of music in Judaism, and in your spiritual life? what does Judaism teach about money, and how do you think about it?). 

In between skill building and discussion, we'll make and eat dinner together each week - a skill in itself! Teens are welcome to come for the whole evening, or to only come for one part or another as it suits their interests and schedules.

Register here.

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Oct
18

Or Hadash Crafting Group

Calling all crafters, creators, and makers of all kinds! Have a half-finished project gathering dust? Need dedicated time to work on your craft? Looking for inspiration or just some friendly faces while you stitch, paint, bead, or knit? Join our new Or Hadash Crafting Group—a cozy, creative space where all crafters (from beginners to pros) can come together, share ideas, and get crafty! Bring your own project, or just bring yourself—we’ll even have supplies for kids to join in the fun. RSVP here.

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Morning Minyan
Oct
18

Morning Minyan

Join us at 9am on Sunday mornings for "mindfulness minyan." We will daven through selected parts of the liturgy to allow for more spaciousness, singing, meditation, and movement. The service will be about 45 minutes long, and we will end with Mourner's Kaddish. Join us if this is your style of prayer, or you're curious and want to try something new to connect more deeply to the words of prayer and to your own inner life. Join in person or on Zoom.

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Oct
17

Men's Circle

Men’s Circle
Join us for this opportunity to build relationships, connect to the Jewish tradition, and enjoy a Shabbat afternoon together. All you need to bring is your curiosity and the wealth of your life experiences! The host home address will be sent to you after you RSVP. For more information and to RSVP, email ohmensclub@gmail.com

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Oct
17

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Shabbat Morning Experience

Shabbat Hadasha: A New Approach to Shabbat Morning

This service is a new gateway into Shabbat prayer, opening up the service for anyone for has ever longed to feel more connected in a Jewish prayer space.

9:15am: Gentle guided meditation rooting us in sacred time and the Jewish calendar

10:00am: Studying, chanting, and experiencing five or six prayers total from the Shabbat morning liturgy, taking more time to unpack the deeper meaning of each one. 

10:50am: Text study and Torah discussion in pairs and with the larger group, culminating in an abbreviated Torah service with group aliyot, closing just before noon with Mourner's Kaddish and then a community Kiddish.

Part contemplative prayer and chant, part learner's minyan, part community experience, there's something here for everyone.

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Oct
17

Shabbat Services

Join us in person or on Zoom to celebrate Shabbat.

Parshat Noach

7:31 pm Havdalah

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Friday Night @ Or Hadash
Oct
16

Friday Night @ Or Hadash

Step out of your week and into Shabbat.

Each week, Shabbat offers a chance to rest, reconnect, and reset. Come as you are. Come sing, learn, pray, question, and grow with us—Friday night or Saturday morning. You are always welcome here.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat.

6:44 pm Candle Lighting

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Oct
16

JBaby with Rabbi Lauren and Emiliya Adelson

Becoming and Belonging: Growing together through science, spirituality, and the wonder of parenthood. 

Led by Rabbi Lauren and Emiliya Adelson

Begins Friday October 16, 23, and 30, and November 6, 13, and 20, 11:30am-1pm

6 weekly meetings, registration required

A group for moms & babies 0-12mos exploring the intersection of Jewish spirituality and neuroscience as pathways to build strong mother-baby bonds.

For additional information and to register, click here.


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Oct
15

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Take a breath during your busy day and re-center yourself through Jewish mindfulness meditation led by Rabbi Lauren. Everyone is welcome—whether you're a newcomer to meditation, an occasional practitioner, or you've had a steady practice for years.

Please arrive before 12:15 pm so we can start on time and allow ample time for guided meditation, silence, teaching, and questions. 

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Oct
14

Make Your Mark! Rosh Hodesh Creativity and Spirituality

This fall, Or Hadash welcomes Rabbi Ruth Abusch-Magder for a creative Rosh Hodesh series exploring the themes and teachings of each Jewish month through text study and art.

We’ll learn some text together, and then explore it by “making marks” - aka making art in a no-pressure environment. All are welcome! No artistic background or skill necessary!

Come for one session—or join us each month. Separate registration is required for each date.

Wednesday, Oct 14 - RSVP

Tuesday, Nov 10 - RSVP

Tues, Dec 15 - RSVP

Fee per session: $36 in advance | $30 in advance for Or Nashim Members | $40 at the door

Rabbi Ruth Abusch-Magder PhD. is a community rabbi who, in addition to facilitating life cycle events and teaching Torah, is also a Certified Jewish Studio Project Facilitator. She is an avid potter and loves to encourage the natural creativity that we all possess. She got her doctorate in Jewish women's history from Yale and has lived in Canada, Israel, Germany, and all over the United States.

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Oct
14

Evening Book Club

The Aleppo Codex: A True Story of Obsession, Faith, and the Pursuit of an Ancient Bible

by Matti Friedman

Facilitated by

Patrick Tracy and David Woodsfellow

Non-FICTION

338 pages

Available in Hardcover,  Paperback, Audiobook and Kindle

In an age when physical books matter less and less, here is a thrilling story about a book that meant everything. This true-life detective story unveils the journey of a sacred text, the tenth-century annotated bible known as the Aleppo Codex”from its hiding place in a Syrian synagogue to the newly founded state of Israel. Based on Matti Friedman’’s independent research, documents kept secret for fifty years, and personal interviews with key players, the book proposes a new theory of what happened when the codex left Aleppo, Syria, in the late 1940s and eventually surfaced in Jerusalem, mysteriously incomplete. The codex provides vital keys to reading biblical texts. By recounting its history, Friedman explores the once vibrant Jewish communities in Islamic lands and follows the thread into the present, uncovering difficult truths about how the manuscript was taken to Israel and how its most important pages went missing.

 Please RSVP for dinner. There is NO cost to attend.  Dinner begins at 6:30pm. Program begins at 7:00pm.

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Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study
Oct
13

Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study

Tuesdays at Noon | On Zoom

Join us on Tuesdays at noon via Zoom as we journey through the Jewish Bible—24 books and 929 chapters filled with stories of creation and covenant, prophets and kings, exile and return, poetry and wisdom. Together we read and discuss five chapters each week in a welcoming, thoughtful community to find contemporary meaning.

We begin the adventures of Exodus. No prior experience is needed, and no Hebrew skills are required—just curiosity and an open mind.

One hour a week. Log in and join us. Let’s explore the Jewish Bible together.
All are welcome. Click here to join the meeting.

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Oct
13

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

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Morning Minyan
Oct
13

Morning Minyan

Join us at 7am on Tuesday mornings for our traditional morning minyan with song and spirit. Bagels and study to follow! Join in person or on Zoom

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Oct
12

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

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Oct
11

Family Picnic and Nature Learning at Morgan Falls Overlook Park

Pack your favorite lunch and join Dr. Amy and Adamah educator/Or Hadash member Luna Manela at nearby Morgan Falls Overlook Park for a morning of fun and learning in the beautiful outdoors. It’s part Jewish-Nature-Learning, part playtime for all ages! RSVP here.

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Morning Minyan
Oct
11

Morning Minyan

Join us at 9am on Sunday mornings for "mindfulness minyan." We will daven through selected parts of the liturgy to allow for more spaciousness, singing, meditation, and movement. The service will be about 45 minutes long, and we will end with Mourner's Kaddish. Join us if this is your style of prayer, or you're curious and want to try something new to connect more deeply to the words of prayer and to your own inner life. Join in person or on Zoom.

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Oct
10

Shabbat Services

Join us in person or on Zoom to celebrate Shabbat.

Parshat Bereshit

7:40 pm Havdalah

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Friday Night @ Or Hadash
Oct
9

Friday Night @ Or Hadash

Step out of your week and into Shabbat.

Each week, Shabbat offers a chance to rest, reconnect, and reset. Come as you are. Come sing, learn, pray, question, and grow with us—Friday night or Saturday morning. You are always welcome here.

Join us in person or on Zoom to welcome Shabbat.

6:53 pm Candle Lighting

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Oct
8

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash

Take a breath during your busy day and re-center yourself through Jewish mindfulness meditation led by Rabbi Lauren. Everyone is welcome—whether you're a newcomer to meditation, an occasional practitioner, or you've had a steady practice for years.

Please arrive before 12:15 pm so we can start on time and allow ample time for guided meditation, silence, teaching, and questions. 

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Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study
Oct
6

Chapter and Verse: Jewish Bible Study

Tuesdays at Noon | On Zoom

Join us on Tuesdays at noon via Zoom as we journey through the Jewish Bible—24 books and 929 chapters filled with stories of creation and covenant, prophets and kings, exile and return, poetry and wisdom. Together we read and discuss five chapters each week in a welcoming, thoughtful community to find contemporary meaning.

We begin the adventures of Exodus. No prior experience is needed, and no Hebrew skills are required—just curiosity and an open mind.

One hour a week. Log in and join us. Let’s explore the Jewish Bible together.
All are welcome. Click here to join the meeting.

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Oct
6

Nosh & Drosh

Join us each Tuesday morning after Minyan for Nosh & Drosh!

Over coffee and bagels, we explore themes of compassion, connection, and community in Jewish life. Bring your curiosity and enjoy lively discussion, meaningful insights, and a welcoming group.

All are welcome! Join in person or on Zoom.

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Morning Minyan
Oct
6

Morning Minyan

Join us at 7am on Tuesday mornings for our traditional morning minyan with song and spirit. Bagels and study to follow! Join in person or on Zoom

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Oct
5

Mah Jongg Mondays

Mah Jongg Mondays
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the tiles, join the fun, strategy, and community at Or Hadash 

Play with us every Monday!

This week we are playing at: 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Snacks, laughter, and good company included.
All are welcome — members and non-members alike!

No charge for Or Nashim Members /All Others $5.00.

RSVP here.

Contact Sheila Cohen at 678-778-0634 or katzcohen64@gmail.com with questions. Check the calendar for future dates.

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Morning Minyan
Oct
4

Morning Minyan

Join us at 9am on Sunday mornings for "mindfulness minyan." We will daven through selected parts of the liturgy to allow for more spaciousness, singing, meditation, and movement. The service will be about 45 minutes long, and we will end with Mourner's Kaddish. Join us if this is your style of prayer, or you're curious and want to try something new to connect more deeply to the words of prayer and to your own inner life. Join in person or on Zoom.

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Tot Shabbat
Oct
3

Tot Shabbat

Shabbat mornings are sweeter with little ones!

Join us for Tot Shabbat for a joyful morning of music, stories, movement, and connection.

Led by Gila Daman and Pam Cohen, this special Shabbat experience is designed for children ages 0–6 and their siblings. We’ll sing, move, celebrate, and create meaningful Jewish moments together. After Tot Shabbat, stay for Kiddush lunch and enjoy time connecting with other families in our community.

This program is free and open to all. Whether you’re part of the Or Hadash family or looking for a welcoming place to celebrate Shabbat, we’d love to see you. Bring your friends and join us for a Shabbat morning filled with smiles, songs, and community.

RSVP here.

Lehitra’ot -- See you soon.

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