Mini market featuring Ireland Farms produce, The Handel, and more...
2025-07-22 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago)
In front of The J 3-6 p.m.
Stock up on fresh produce from Ireland Farms and Eastern European foods from The Handel plus assorted other assorted vendors as they’re able.

Tai chi for arthritis and fall prevention
2025-07-23 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-30 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-27 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-03 12:00 - 13:00
Enjoy an hour of tai chi every Wednesday at The J.
Taught by Galina Waites, this complimentary program is sponsored by United Way of Central Alabama and is open to everyone (non-members included — just bring your ID for entry, please).

Thursday Family Fun Night weekly pool party
2025-07-24 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-07-31 17:30 - 19:30
Thursday Family Fun Nights (June and July): join us for food, drinks, and family fun at the Outdoor Pool. The two-hour parties will begin at 5:30 p.m.
TFFNs are free for members.

Adult softball open play
2025-07-27 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-08-03 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-08-10 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-08-17 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-08-24 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-08-31 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-09-07 09:30 - 11:00
Play ball! on Levite Field

Volunteer luncheon for book donations
2025-07-27 11:00 - 13:00
RSVP for a volunteer luncheon to help prepare books for donation to Better Basics, a local nonprofit that helps advance literacy while hearing from a Better Basics team member about local literacy equity and reflecting on how this work connects to the Jewish values tikkun olam | repairing the world, tzedek | justice, and kehillah | community.
We’re collecting new children’s books in the lobby for this project now through July 26.

TechHelp@TheJ course
2025-07-29 13:30 - 14:30
In partnership with the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Office of Service Learning and Undergraduate Research, The J is excited to offer a helpful course to support members with using smartphones and other technology. Each class will include a short lesson on a specific topic followed by a question time.
RSVP

Mini market featuring local foods and produce
2025-07-29 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-08-05 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-08-12 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-08-19 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-08-26 15:00 - 18:00
In front of The J 3-6 p.m.
Stock up on freshly prepared Eastern European foods from The Handel plus assorted other assorted vendors as they’re able.

Back-to-school pool party open house
2025-08-03 10:00 - 14:00
Members bring a friend
Dive into a day of swimming, games, music, snacks, and family-friendly activities at our splash-tastic Back-to-school Pool Party. Whether you’re a longtime member or just curious about what we offer, this is the perfect chance to explore The J and meet our community while celebrating the start of a new school year. Don’t forget your swimsuit! Non-members will need to show ID at the welcome desk.

American Red Cross blood drive
2025-08-11 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-22 10:00 - 14:00
Sign up here

ANNUAL J'LA GALA
2025-08-21
5-8 p.m.
The J’la Gala brings together Jewish and non-Jewish philanthropic community members and corporate sponsors who are excited to support the efforts of The J. Highlights of the event will include cocktails, a gourmet kosher meal, live music, and silent and live auctions. While details for this year’s event are forthcoming, read more about and see images from our previous extravaganzas here.

'Honor Our Parents' Shabbat service
2025-08-29
Services begin at 11 a.m.
Everyone is welcome to our series of “Honor Our Parents” Shabbat services co-hosted at The J by Collat Jewish Family Services. The 45-60-minute service conclude with a complimentary lunch.
RSVP to Caleigh Rathmell Alevy to reserve your spot:

January 24 with Rabbi Henkin
February 7 with Rabbi Friedman
March 7 with Cantor Wittner
April 4 with Rabbi Henkin
May 9 with Rabbi Friedman
Tentative June 13 with Cantor Wittner
Tentative July 25 with Rabbi Henkin
August 29 with Rabbi Friedman
September 12 with Rabbi Wright
October 24 with Rabbi Henkin
November 7 with Rabbi Friedman
December 19 with Rabbi Wright

HOLIDAY HOURS for Labor Day
2025-09-01
5 a.m.-6 p.m.
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