Faith Community Event Calendar Reminders

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Nov. 16-17. Atlanta Jewish Storytelling Festival is Nov. 16-17 at The Breman Museum, 1440 Spring Street NW, Atlanta. Join Atlanta’s first-ever Jewish Storytelling Festival, with stories to foster connections across generations and cultures. The inaugural festival features internationally acclaimed author and storyteller Noa Baum who will share stories for adults on Saturday evening, perform stories for children on Sunday morning, and lead an interactive storytelling workshop to help you learn to share your personal and family stories. Metro Atlanta rabbis and professional storytellers will also share stories. Plus, you are invited to toss your hat into the ring at the open mic “session. For more information:  https://thebreman.org/events/atlanta-jewish-storytelling-festival/

Nov. 17. North Atlanta Voices presents Songs of Harvest, Sunday, Nov. 17, at 4:30 p.m., at St. James United Methodist Church, 4400 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Atlanta 30342. Find tickets at nav.ludus.com.

Nov. 18. All day Georgian Harmony Singing at No. 3 Railroad Street, Arnoldsville -just past Athens, Saturday, Nov. 18.  Dinner on the grounds at noon. 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Contact for information is Oscar McGuire . 478-955-6135 (text preferred) or Michael Spencer at fishman.mds@ gmail.com. 

Nov. 18.  You are invited to the Atlantic Institute's Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Nov. 18, at 6:30 p.m., at the institute, 591 Main Street, Suite 100, Alpharetta 30009. It's a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, have warm conversations, and reconnect with old friends. The program will feature round table discussions about gratitude, music to fill our souls, and a delicious dinner, including Turkish Baklava and tea, to sweeten your time. R.s.v.p.

Nov. 19. Dahlonega Sacred Harp singing  at the Vickery House on West Main Street, Dahlonega, Tuesdays, Nov. 5 and Nov. 19, at 7 p.m. In the evening, you can park in any UNG spot or right next to the back door of the Vickery House. A brief introduction for newcomers is at 6:45. All are welcome! Contact Esther Morgan-Ellis, [e-mail]. 

Nov. 21. The Presbyterians for a Better Georgia legislative forum is Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Come learn about the issues legislators will consider in 2025 and how best to advocate for healthcare and housing for all Georgians. At the forum you'll learn about pending issues for the coming session, get a forecast of likely bills and their authors, and get answers for your questions submitted in advance. Register now to submit your questions and to receive updates and the Zoom link. You won't want to miss it.

Nov. 22-24. Break away from your daily routine and immerse yourself in the serene sanctuary of Ignatius House during our Personal Silent Weekend Retreat, Nov. 22-24. After a brief welcome from a retreat director on Friday evening, you'll enter silence and have all of Saturday to spend in solitude, prayer, and reflection on our 20 acres along the Chattahoochee River. This weekend is self-directed, allowing you to follow the Spirit as your guide. You may choose to sign up for a short spiritual conversation with a director if desired, but the real gift of this retreat is the silence and space to be led by the Holy Spirit. Step away from the busyness of life and emerge refreshed and renewed. Register at https://bit.ly/3YvtNFu

Nov. 22. Jazz at All Saints’ presents The Joe Alterman Trio Friday, Nov, 22, at 7:00 p.m., followed by a reception. A regular performer at New York’s Birdland, this Atlanta native is regarded as one of the very best in a new generation of talented jazz performers. He has been praised by such jazz legends as Les McCann, Ahmad Jamal, and Ramsey Lewis. More information and tickets ($25/adult, $15/student) are available at allsaintsatlanta.org/jazz.

Nov. 21. Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration is Nov. 21 at Temple Kol Emeth, 1415 Old Canton Road, Marietta. Doors open at 6:30 for the 7:00 event.  Free registration is required for all in-person attendees. You are encouraged to register HERE for quicker entry to the building. Walk-in registration will be available. Personal belongings must be carried in CLEAR BAGS ONLY. Something as simple as a ZipLoc bag is acceptable and there will be some in the parking lot for those unaware. Don’t miss the 20^th anniversary of this celebration featuring diverse faith traditions, inspirational speakers, uplifting music, and an array of deserts representing many cultures.

Nov. 24. Community Aid & Resource Fair, Sunday, Nov. 24, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., in East Atlanta’s Brownwood Park. Participants will share skills, crafts, and knowledge -  job hunt skills, a healing library, food, a free sale, native plant talk, story times, art, sing-along and lots more.  

Nov. 24. All are invited to an Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, Sunday, Nov. 24, at 4 p.m., St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, 3098 Saint Anne’s Lane, Atlanta 30327. Join neighbors and friends from Ahavath Achim Synagogue, New Hope AME Church, Northside Drive Baptist Church, Northside United Methodist Church, Saints Anne’s Episcopal Church, St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, and Trinity Presbyterian Church.

Nov. 24. Voices of Valor, a concert for veterans performed by veterans, tickets are on sale now for this Nov. 24, 6 p.m., event at Vinyl-Midtown, 1374 West Peachtree St, Atlanta 30309. Visit  Alchemy Sky Foundation: Voices of Valor, Veterans Music Project Tic... for more information and tickets.

Nov. 24. Joyful & Triumphant Georgia Festival Chorus Sunday, Nov. 24, McEachern Memorial UMC, 4075 Macland Rd, Powder Springs, 30127. Experience the joy of the holiday season with a spectacular performance featuring a 100-voice chorus, brass quintet, percussion, piano, and organ. Free, no tickets or reservations needed.

Nov. 30-Dec. 1. 1-Night Retreat for Black Women: A Place of Belonging, Nov. 30-Dec. 1, Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center directed by Lauren Morton  “We must live by the fundamental, dialectical principle that progress comes only from struggling to resolve contradictions.”  bell hooks.  Reflecting upon the interior movements of our life that invite more doubt, fear, and anger? Or allowing deep prayerful reflection to resolve contradictions and open us up to greater faith, hope, and love? To register visit https://bit.ly/4dPAqGQ.

Dec. 4. Mark your calendar for Holiday Hope “Tonight I light a candle in memory of you” a remembrance event at First Baptist Roswell, Wednesday, Dec. 4, music by harpist Jennifer Betzer. Prelude at 6:15 p.m., service at 6:30. 710 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell 30075.

Dec. 9. The Trey Clegg Singers 9th Annual Festival Sounds of the Season Concert featuring members of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra is at the Church at Wieuca on December 9. Early-bird tickets are available until Oct. 31. Click here to purchase your early-bird ticket.

Dec. 22. The date has been announced for Christmas on Clairemont hosted by Daniel Solberg and featuring the Decatur Avondale Children’s Choir at First Baptist Church of Decatur, December 22 at 6:00 p.m.