KENT
Sunday 13 September
David and Jeannette
Curator Chris Jones tells the story of David Salomons, the first Jewish Lord Mayor and sheriff of the City of London, and his wife Jeannette. Followed by a short tour of their estate.
2pm. FREE. Salomons Estate, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 0TG. www.thecivicsociety.org
TALKS
until Friday 17 July
Azara x Limmud Summer Beit Midrash
In the inaugural workshop hosted by Jewish educational organisations Azara and Limmud, participants from all backgrounds are invited to develop a stronger relationship with the joyful texts of Judaism. This year’s theme is ‘The Possibility of Change’, in both a personal and collective sense, focusing specifically on teshuvah (repentance) and tikun (repair). Sessions include beginner and intensive Talmud studies, training on how to teach texts with the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies, and community meals. Accommodation is available at Sadeh Farm or a nearby hotel.
Times vary. £250, £120 concs. Sadeh Farm, Skeet Hill House, BR6 7QA. www.azara.org.uk