We have a wide range of social and cultural groups at FPS to appeal to all tastes and interests. The groups are organised by the people who participate on a very democratic way – although they depend on the efforts of particular individuals to co-ordinate and stimulate. Everyone is welcome to attend though it may be worth contacting the organiser to let them know you are coming.
ADULT BAT/BAR MITZVAH CLASS
January 21, 28
February 4, 18
March 17, 24
Led by Rabbi Rebecca Qassim Birk. Please contact rabbi@fps.org.
BEIT MIDRASH
FPS Adult Education Programs: weekly evening of learning, discussion and more! Starts January 12, every Thursday from 8-10pm. Half-term subscription for 25 Pounds, concession available. Contact administrator@fps.org to let us know if you are joining!
8.00-8.50 Hebrew or Pilates
8.50-9.05 Coffee and cake break
9.05-10.00 Jews & Justice or Access to Judaism
Hebrew reading for advanced beginners
This is part two in a module of Hebrew reading for beginners, but newcomers are welcome. There will be a focus on Prayer Book Reading.
Pilates led by Emma Crumpton
A healthy mind in a healthy body: stretch and strengthen your body.
Jews and Justice – Discussion Series
This course will lead up to a panel evening of Jews in the Criminal Justice System to be held on the 23rd of February 2012.
BOOK CLUB
Join our book monthly book club! Dates for February will be listed on the website and Shofar magazine. For further information, please contact administrator@fps.org.
BRIDGE CLUB
Weekly bridge club every Monday at 8pm in the Small Hall
CAFE IVRIAH
Join us for coffee and chat on Shabbat mornings! Relaxed study and discussion before the service for parents and other members take place between 9:45 and 10:45am before every Shabbat morning service.
JANUARY TOPICS
January 14 Sh’mot (the Book of Exodus) – Led by Rabbi Rebecca Qassim Birk
January 21 Does science leave a place for God? – Led by Adrian Lister
January 28 Are we as inclusive as we think? Led by Laura Lassman
CURTAIN UP!
Our new theatre club will meet on Thursday evening at 7:30 on the 19th of January. For this inaugural meeting, we have selected Broken Glass by Arthur Miller.
We will discuss the play as well as ideas for the club and future selections. Join us for some fun time and a chance to practice your acting skills!
SCREEN ON THE GROVE FILM CLUB
Our film club takes place every first Sunday of the month at 7:30pm. We screen and discuss a wide variety of films dealing with themes of Jewish identity, from universal classics to more contemporary Israeli stories for the silver screen. Join us for some good films and a stimulating chat! Refreshments included.
NEW SEASON 2012
January Barney’s Vision (USA, 2011)
February Inherit the Wind (USA, 1960)
March For my Father (Israel, 2008)
April La Grande Illusion (France, 1937)
May Mahler on the Couch (Germany, 2010)
June Till the Clouds Roll by (USA, 1946)
YOGA
Every Monday and Tuesday at 7pm and every Thursday at 10.30am
Contact Richard on 020 8349 9602 for the Monday class or Eve on 020 8444 0671 for the Thursday class.
