The Alyth Reform congregation in Golders Green marked its 90th anniversary with a week of celebratory activities.
At its heart was a service, 90 years to the day from the shul’s first, followed by a reception on the forecourt, from where guests could view the progress in the building project for the synagogue’s new wing.
Other events staged for the 3,500-member community included an intergenerational version of the synagogue’s “Baby Den” service; lectures on the history and architecture of the synagogue and a special morning for the community’s children, taking them on a journey through the nine decades of Alyth life.
The community’s choral tradition was reflected by a concert of Alyth choirs, including its refugee choir, featuring attendees at its refugees’ drop-in.
Principal rabbi Josh Levy said the week had demonstrated “what makes this community special — a diverse range of activities for every age and interest.
When they had the vision of a Progressive community in the heart of Golders Green, the founders could never have imagined what their synagogue would become.”
North London's Alyth congregation mark 90th anniversary
Reform congregation in Golders Green marked its 90th anniversary with a week of activities
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