Social & Cultural

At our many events throughout the year, whether it be for social or cultural they are all vital in stimulating the warm and friendly atmosphere of Etz Chaim that is so important to us - whilst also sometimes raising some much-needed funds, to ensure our synagogue thrives in Leeds.

Here is a list of some of the events that we put on every year:

Children’s Chanukah Party – For all children under 10, with their parents and grandparents.
M’lava Malka: Dinner with speaker in the winter after Shabbat for adults of all ages.
Purim Seudah: A yummy meal with entertainment, which is aimed at the whole community, including, families and singles.
Etz Chaim’s annual Barbecue – Everyone is welcome from babies to nonagenarians!
Children’s Shavuot Party
Bake and Learn eg Cheesecake for Shavuot and Honeycake for Rosh Hashannah – This tends to appeal to the ladies and girls, but is open to everyone.
Lunch for Kids on Yom Kippur
Building and Decorating a Succah with Brunch – Aimed at children, and their parents and grandparents.
Deli Meat Feast on Erev Simchat Torah – Aimed at members who are old enough to stay up for dinner after the service!
Lunch for Simchat Torah – For the entire congregation.
Ladies Only Events eg Headscarf Tying.
Chat and Chill on Shabbat – Aimed at the parents and grandparents of children attending the services, but it is popular across the board.
Monthly special Birthday Kiddush for Members – Cake, jelly and ice-cream.
Occasional Kiddunch with Speakers.
Dinner or Lunch on Friday Night for Shabbat with Speakers – Open to the whole congregation.
Cookery Demonstrations – Suitable for older children, and adults.
During lockdown, we ran on Zoom. Cookery Demonstrations called Cook and Learn. Malava Malka. Coffee, Chat and had guest speakers.

The New Friendship Club

The New Friendship Club has been formed by merging the leisure clubs at Etz Chaim, and BHH. It meets on alternate Tuesdays at 2:00pm at The Reuben Vincent Hall.

Members enjoy a social, friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

Events typically include musical entertainment, fascinating and interesting film shows, and guest speakers.

There is also the occasional party, luncheon, trips to the theatre and to the coast.

Refreshments and a raffle are included, all for a very minimal charge for which we guarantee a most pleasant and enjoyable afternoon. Whilst the Club attracts our more senior members, all ages are most welcome.

For additional information, please contact co-chairs:

Irene Collins

Shirley Myers

Events

Moving forwards, we hope to entice some new faces onto our committee to expand our events to become more inclusive. Catering for all the different members of our Shul, for example, the young marrieds, the singles and to appeal to the younger member. Your only qualifications need to be enthusiasm and a willingness to work as part of our close-knit team.

Social & Cultural

At our many events throughout the year, whether it be for social or cultural they are all vital in stimulating the warm and friendly atmosphere of Etz Chaim that is so important to us - whilst also sometimes raising some much-needed funds, to ensure our synagogue thrives in Leeds.

Here is a list of some of the events that we put on every year:

The New Friendship Club

Irene Collins

Shirley Myers

Events

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The Office (Located above Gourmet): 584 Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS17 8DP

Etz Chaim: 411 Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS17 7BY

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