Join us for an afternoon of service at Ira B. Melton Park. We’ll being removing overabundant privet from the native plant habitat and planting some new plants, if possible. As always, please dress for muddy conditions, bring drinking water, and plan to have fun. Wear long pants and appropriate footwear and bring a refillable water bottle. Bring work gloves, shovels, loppers, hand pruners, and kneeling pads.

Gather to sing with the trees and share stories of your special relationships with trees as we welcome Tu B'shvat at this month's nigun collective.

For anyone curious about our sacred bond with Earth, how trees mirror the human design, how to deepen your connection with trees. Through stories, singing, and guided spiritual practice, we’ll explore how trees mirror our inner lives and offer divine wisdom. Kids 13+ welcome!

Join Us for Ma'alot Yeladim: Our Inaugural Elementary-Aged Shabbat Programming 

We are excited to announce the launch of Ma'alot Yeladim, a series of immersive Shabbat gatherings designed for elementary-aged children (grades 1-6) and their parents. These gatherings will take place on February 8th, March 8th, and May 3rd and will offer a unique blend of music, nature, and Jewish wisdom.

Shabbat in the Round means there isn’t just one leader, but a circle of song-holders elevating our prayer. The circular seating is an invitation to everyone to bring their whole selves to the moment. In this service, you are invited to be yourself. Come for the service and stay after for delicious Shabbat dinner!

Are you hungry to learn?

Maybe you want to review our mythic story, from the Garden of Eden to Mt Sinai to Israel; maybe you're curious about different streams of Jewish thought, and the place for Jews who don't fit in the "traditional" mold; maybe you're feeling called to wrestle with God, and curious what our sages think is a fair fight.

Sign up to host or attend a dinner and join thousands of people across Atlanta as we simultaneously celebrate Shabbat at over 100 different dinners!

Are you hungry to learn?

Maybe you want to review our mythic story, from the Garden of Eden to Mt Sinai to Israel; maybe you're curious about different streams of Jewish thought, and the place for Jews who don't fit in the "traditional" mold; maybe you're feeling called to wrestle with God, and curious what our sages think is a fair fight.

Are you hungry to learn?

Maybe you want to review our mythic story, from the Garden of Eden to Mt Sinai to Israel; maybe you're curious about different streams of Jewish thought, and the place for Jews who don't fit in the "traditional" mold; maybe you're feeling called to wrestle with God, and curious what our sages think is a fair fight.

For Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we are partnering with Repair the World Atlanta to offer two amazing volunteer opportunities with local community partners! Check out these awesome volunteer opportunities! Grab a friend or family member and give back to the community this MLK day!

Join Ma’alot’s Nigun Collective with Melodies of Shabbat: Inspiring your Friday Night Niguns. This event focuses on learning and singing Friday night Shabbat blessings, exploring new melodies to elevate your own celebrations. Through music, we’ll create a sacred space together, inspiring joy, connection, and meaning to share at your future Shabbat dinners.

Ma’alot is proudly partnering with OneTable Atlanta for this event!

Open to all ages for queer people and families. Come to our first queer gathering of the year! As 2025 begins, let’s take a moment to come together and set our intentions for the year. We will be gathering at a community members home for a vegetarian Shabbat dinner, Shabbat prayers and vision boards! We hope you will join us to set our intentions in the new year and strengthen our community!

It's time to renew our bonds, fellas. We'll meet around the backyard campfire (dress warm) and do what we do.

WAIT WHAT'S NETZACH AGAIN?

Netzach (נצח) is a safe space for male-identifying individuals in the Ma’alot community to co-create sacred gatherings and do transformational work together on ourselves and our roles in Jewish community. More info here: Ma’alot Netzach Community FAQ Sheet

Are you hungry to learn?

Maybe you want to review our mythic story, from the Garden of Eden to Mt Sinai to Israel; maybe you're curious about different streams of Jewish thought, and the place for Jews who don't fit in the "traditional" mold; maybe you're feeling called to wrestle with God, and curious what our sages think is a fair fight.

Canceled due to inclement whether! Please sign up for February’s Kabbalat Shabbat in the Round!

Are you hungry to learn?

Maybe you want to review our mythic story, from the Garden of Eden to Mt Sinai to Israel; maybe you're curious about different streams of Jewish thought, and the place for Jews who don't fit in the "traditional" mold; maybe you're feeling called to wrestle with God, and curious what our sages think is a fair fight.

This event is 21+.

Join us for the last queer meet-up of 2024!  On 12/29 from 2-4, we will gather to celebrate Chanukkah and see how we can best light the path forward!  As we look towards an uncertain future, it's more important than ever to deepen our commitment to this community.  Please come to bring your fears, your hopes, and to find radical queer joy.  

Ma’alot is proudly Partnering with SOJOURN for this event.

Candles + food + you = Hanukah/Havdalah Ma'alot Mashup

When: Saturday, December 28, 2024, 5:00pm-????

Where: Home in Old Fourth Ward 

Why: Partyyyyyyyy! (see AI-generated image for a sneak peek)

P.S. Sign up for the potluck (so we can actually deliver on the "food" part of the equation)
P.P.S. Bring your menorah & candles if you want to light them 

Are you hungry to learn?

Maybe you want to review our mythic story, from the Garden of Eden to Mt Sinai to Israel; maybe you're curious about different streams of Jewish thought, and the place for Jews who don't fit in the "traditional" mold; maybe you're feeling called to wrestle with God, and curious what our sages think is a fair fight.

An Unforgettable Evening of Light, Celebration, and Connection

Join us as we partner with Ahavath Achim Synagogue for their annual Sparks of Light Chanukah celebration in tandem with a Summer Experience Expo! Guests will enjoy a unique community event that combines the festive spirit of Chanukah with an exciting opportunity to explore the best in Jewish summer programs for kids, tweens, and teens.

Are you a Ma’alot Builder? Let us celebrate you and the ways you uplift and nourish our community! Join us at our 2nd annual Builder Bash, which will be held at Bradley Observatory and Planetarium! It will be an incredible night you won’t want to miss ✨ ✨ ✨

Join us to sing nigunim — soulful, wordless melodies from new and old Jewish tradition! No matter your experience singing, you are welcome. Each nigun is sung many times as we build up through our voices and rest in moments of silence. Together we derive spiritual meaning from our song and enjoy the beautiful sound of our voices weaving together.

Are you hungry to learn?

Maybe you want to review our mythic story, from the Garden of Eden to Mt Sinai to Israel; maybe you're curious about different streams of Jewish thought, and the place for Jews who don't fit in the "traditional" mold; maybe you're feeling called to wrestle with God, and curious what our sages think is a fair fight.

Are you hungry to learn?

Maybe you want to review our mythic story, from the Garden of Eden to Mt Sinai to Israel; maybe you're curious about different streams of Jewish thought, and the place for Jews who don't fit in the "traditional" mold; maybe you're feeling called to wrestle with God, and curious what our sages think is a fair fight.

Are you hungry to learn?

Maybe you want to review our mythic story, from the Garden of Eden to Mt Sinai to Israel; maybe you're curious about different streams of Jewish thought, and the place for Jews who don't fit in the "traditional" mold; maybe you're feeling called to wrestle with God, and curious what our sages think is a fair fight.

Shabbat in the Round means there isn’t just one leader, but a circle of song-holders elevating our prayer. The circular seating is an invitation to everyone to bring their whole selves to the moment. In this service, you are invited to be yourself. Come for the service and stay after for delicious Shabbat dinner!

Are you hungry to learn?

Maybe you want to review our mythic story, from the Garden of Eden to Mt Sinai to Israel; maybe you're curious about different streams of Jewish thought, and the place for Jews who don't fit in the "traditional" mold; maybe you're feeling called to wrestle with God, and curious what our sages think is a fair fight.

Join us to sing nigunim — soulful, wordless melodies from new and old Jewish tradition — in a neighborhood home. No matter your experience singing, you are welcome. Each nigun is sung many times as we build up through our voices and rest in moments of silence. Together we derive spiritual meaning from our song and enjoy the beautiful sound of our voices weaving together.

Are you hungry to learn?

Maybe you want to review our mythic story, from the Garden of Eden to Mt Sinai to Israel; maybe you're curious about different streams of Jewish thought, and the place for Jews who don't fit in the "traditional" mold; maybe you're feeling called to wrestle with God, and curious what our sages think is a fair fight.

Are you hungry to learn?

Maybe you want to review our mythic story, from the Garden of Eden to Mt Sinai to Israel; maybe you're curious about different streams of Jewish thought, and the place for Jews who don't fit in the "traditional" mold; maybe you're feeling called to wrestle with God, and curious what our sages think is a fair fight.

Feel nerves about the upcoming election? Want to be in community and channel the nerves into something positive? Come join us as we hike up Arabia mountain on 11/5 and sing at the top. Bring your own dinner and snacks! We will hike down the mountain and (optionally) head to a local Ma’alot home and have a community election watch party!