Beyond FRS
This page dedicates itself to all the events and communities beyond FRS. You can find this page in our weekly FRS news email or through our website. Please scroll down to view more.
Death Cafe - Coming soon to FRS!
Thursday 10th July
6.45pm for 7pm start (ending at 8.30pm)
At a Death Cafe people of all ages drink tea (or coffee, etc.) eat cake and discuss death. In small groups, around a table, without an agenda, we can speak confidentially about whatever we want, perhaps for the first time ever. It will be hosted by FRS member, musician and founder of Companion Voices Judith Silver and co-director of Companion Voices and Soul Midwife Dilip Varma, supported by Rabbi Jeffrey Newman. Hot drinks and cake will be provided, so come along for an evening of your life and delicious refreshments!
To find out more visit: https://deathcafe.com/
Please register here for your free place:
https://buytickets.at/judithsilver
Shemesh 5785
29 July - 10 August
Shemesh (sun) is RSY-Netzer’s summer camp, offering a fun and unique Reform Jewish environment that fosters a sense of community, creative prayer, and Reform Jewish values. Participants can form new friendships, explore different ideas, and discover their passions in a welcoming and supportive environment. Most importantly Shemesh is also packed with FUN!
Klezmer workshops for young people at JW3
Ilana Kravitz, a well known and respected klezmer performer and teacher, is running workshops on klezmer music for young people in June at the Miriam School of Music at JW3 – on 15 and 29 June at 10.45-12.15; open to all.
You can send a message noting that you're interested in learning klezmer, and saying which date(s) you could attend, here: https://www.mirimusic.com/contact .
Meditation and Gentle Movement Course
Friday mornings 9.45– 11am
May 9, 16, 23, June 6,13, 20
A 6-week course on Zoom with Janet Berenson.
Focus and relax for the weekend
Fee: £60 or £12 per session
To book, contact Janet
Heiress - Sargent's American Portraits at Kenwood
Friday 16 May - Sunday 5 October
Experience the power and glamour of John Singer Sargent’s portraits in Kenwood's new exhibition; Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits.
Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits will reveal the real stories behind the fascinating American women who crossed the Atlantic to marry British aristocrats in an exchange of money for titles. These women include a war-time nurse and the first sitting female MP.
Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits is curated by English Heritage with the charity drawing upon the expertise of Richard Ormond CBE. The renowned Sargent scholar and the artist’s great-nephew is the exhibition’s consultant.
Rabbiting On, Rabbi Miriam Berger's fantastic podcast with fellow Rabbis Robyn and Debbie is back for a NEW series! Click here to listen: Welcome to Series 4! What now?–Rabbiting On – Apple Podcasts
Jackie’s Art Group – A Creative Community for All!
Are you passionate about art or simply curious to try something new? Whether you’re a seasoned artist or have never picked up a paintbrush, Jackie’s Art Group is the perfect place for you!
When: Every Tuesday, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Where: Local venue (Details available upon request)
Cost: Absolutely FREE!
We are looking to build up this small, welcoming group where you can express yourself creatively, explore new techniques, and meet fellow art enthusiasts. This is an opportunity for people of all levels to come together, learn, and have fun!
Bring your love for art or your desire to learn – no experience necessary!
Come along, create, and be part of something special!
For more information, contact anthony.kc@talktalk.net. We can’t wait to see you there!
Prepare for the biggest role of your life
June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8
Tuesdays 7 - 8.30pm in North London
Are you about to become a parent? Are you or your partner pregnant, or adopting, or do you have a surrogate? Perhaps you are entering this new chapter on your own or in a relationship.
Join 5 in-person sessions fascilitated by Rabbi Miriam Berger and Naomi Landau, with opportunities to ask questions of midwives and Mohel Dr Josh Plaut.
£70 per household
For more information or financial help, contact Rabbi Miriam
Nip in the Bud
The charity Nip in the Bud produces free online mental health resources for parents, teaching staff and others working with children.
Nominate Nip in the Bud for the Movement for Good award for a grant of £5000 and recognition!
Nip it in the Bud have released a new article in response to the TV show "Adolescence". You can read it here.
For National Grief Awareness Week (2-8 December), Nip in the Bud have shared resources and a new film about supporting children through grief and loss.
You can access Nip in the Bud's fact sheet on grief and loss here: https://nipinthebud.org/fact-sheet/grief-and-loss/
Watch the new film here: https://nipinthebud.org/films-for-teachers-professionals/films-for-teachers-professionals-grief-and-loss/
The Nip in the Bud Smartphone film contributed to Barnet council's decision to be the first in the UK to ban smartphones from all schools, primary and secondary from September 2025. The new policy was made possible through the collaboration of school leaders, Barnet Public Health and Dan Tomlinson, MP for Chipping Barnet. This is what Dan Tomlinson said:
“Smartphones profoundly impact children’s wellbeing, and we must act now to support parents and protect young people,” Tomlinson said. “Nip in the Bud’s video poignantly highlights this issue. The alarming statistic that rates of school loneliness have doubled worldwide since 2012 underscores the need for intervention. Children deserve to enjoy their education and social lives without the pressures of smartphones and social media.”
Click here to access resources such as short animations, films, and blogs about trauma and PTSD.
Bridge Music Therapy
For many of us, finding ways to express the challenges we face may prove difficult, here at Bridge Music Therapy we provide therapeutic support to people of all ages and abilities. Bridge Music Therapy was created by Emily Raiher who works with Singing for Memory.
Click here to enquire
