Pinner Shul

Pre-Pesach Shmooze
2025-04-02 20:15 - 21:30 (Europe/London)
Escape the kitchen chaos for an hour of pure Pesach inspiration – we’ll share fascinating insights, answer your questions and leave you feeling refreshed and ready for a wonderful seder evening.
All Welcome, No Charge, Chametz Provided

Yom HaShoah 80th Anniversary Commemoration
2025-04-23 19:00 - 21:00
Five years ago, on the 75th Anniversary of the end of the Shoah, our community came together for the largest-ever virtual Holocaust commemoration. The pandemic forced us apart, but it did not stop us from uniting. From living rooms across the country, thousands of people logged on to honour our survivors, lighting yellow candles in their homes as a solemn tribute to those who perished.
Last year on Yom HaShoah, it felt important to stand together in person once more – gathered at Victoria Tower Gardens with the Houses of Parliament as our backdrop, shoulder to shoulder, in defiance and in unity. We had just witnessed the darkest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust. The pain of October 7th was raw, yet as a community, we stood firm, ensuring that as proud British Jews our commitment to remembrance and hope remains unwavering.
Now, as we reach the 80th Anniversary, we stand on the cusp of history once more. On Wednesday 23 April 2025, the eve of Yom HaShoah, thousands will return to Victoria Tower Gardens for what will quite possibly be the last major anniversary where Holocaust survivors and refugees will be present in meaningful numbers. This will be a defining once in a generation moment – not just of commemoration, but of commitment.
For 80 years, Holocaust survivors and refugees have willingly carried the burden of memory. They have spoken in schools, in synagogues and in Parliament. They have told their stories with unimaginable strength, not for themselves, but for us. To ensure we would never forget. But in the years ahead, their voices will sadly fade. The responsibility of remembrance will no longer rest with them – it will be ours alone – and they want us to continue their legacy. It is said that every Jewish soul was present at Mount Sinai to receive the Torah. This 80th Anniversary National Commemoration is our Mount Sinai moment. Future generations will ask us: Where were you when the last survivors bore witness? Did you stand alongside them? Did you hear their testimony? Did you take the flame of remembrance into your own hands?
Victoria Tower Gardens is not just any venue. It is the proposed site of the new UK Holocaust Memorial, a place where the memory of the Shoah will stand in the heart of British democracy. On this historic evening, we are asking our community to gather there in unprecedented numbers. Holocaust survivors, refugees, young leaders, dignitaries and families will stand together in a solemn yet powerful act of remembrance. We will hear from some of the last of the witnesses. We will watch the next generation of British Jewish children perform a moving musical tribute – over 300 primary school children, lifting their voices in a solemn pledge that Never Again truly means Never Again.
And through the power of technology, our commemoration will be amplified beyond the park. Since lockdown, tens of thousands have joined via livestream – whether in care homes, schools, regional communities or from abroad. This will ensure that Yom HaShoah is not just seen and heard by those in the physically present, but by the entire Jewish world.
This is not just another event. This is not just another Yom HaShoah. This is the moment for our community to come together in numbers never seen before. If we don’t, when will we?
In 2015, 5,000 people came together for the 70th anniversary. Last year, thousands stood in unity following October 7th. This year, we must surpass them all. We need everyone – synagogues, schools, youth movements, charities, families – to make it their priority to attend. We need leaders – from every corner of our community – to mobilise, spread the word, and ensure no one is left asking “Why didn’t I go?” We need you!
In years to come, when people speak of the 80th anniversary, they will ask who was there. They will look to the images, the recordings, the testimonies of that night. They will see thousands of British Jews, standing before Parliament, standing before history, standing before our inspirational survivors and refugees – pledging that we will carry their memories forward.
And when the question comes: Did you stand with them? Let our answer be: Yes. In our thousands. We stood together, as one.
Join us on 23 April 2025. Make history, honour the past and inspire the future!
Book Your FREE Tickets now at www.yomhashoah.org.uk

Cheesecake Making - Shavuot 2025
2025-05-25 15:00 - 16:30
Please join us to make your own cheesecake for Shavuot.

First Aid Training
2025-06-10 19:15 - 21:00
Empower yourself to make a difference… because every second counts!
Join our Basic First Aid Course and gain essential life-saving skills, including how to use the defibrillator at the shul and handle common emergencies with confidence.

Chicago Bridge Afternoon
2025-06-15 14:00 - 17:00
Join us for an afternoon of fun, strategy, and friendly competition at our Chicago Bridge event.
Don’t miss the chance to challenge your mind and win the prizes.

If you’d like to partner, please contact Edna on 07887 722029

Nick Sayers - The Jews of Lithuania
2025-07-23 20:00 - 22:00
Doors open 8pm, start 8.30pm

This book is the result of a personal quest to understand more about Nick’s family background in eastern Europe. It leads him to dig deeply into many of the big questions about modern Jewish history in Lithuania.
Why were lots of Jewish people living in Lithuania in the late nineteenth century? Were their lives becoming difficult at that time and, if so, why was this? Why did some Jews emigrate? How did these people choose where to go and how did they make the move? What happened to their family and friends left behind, both during the First World War and in the inter-war period? Why and how were Lithuania’s Jews murdered in the Holocaust and how has Lithuanian society tried to come to terms with this in the post-war world?

Reverend Hayley Ace
2025-08-07 20:00 - 22:00
Church Leader | Speaker | Activist | Influencer
Why a Christian Reverend stands with Israel
Reverend Hayley Ace is a strong voice against antisemitism and actively works to build bridges between Christians and Jewish communities.
A Maori reverend from New Zealand and co-founder of Christian Action Against Antisemitism (CAAA) with her husband, Timothy Gutmann, she is a dedicated advocate for the Jewish community.
She actively engages in interfaith dialogue and collaboration to foster understanding and combat prejudice.

Summer Family BBQ
2025-08-24 16:00 - 18:00
Summer BBQ at the Kleimans
Families of primary school-aged children are invited to a fun and relaxed Summer BBQ at the Kleimans’ home, hosted for the Pinner community.
Enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, outdoor games and great company in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.
It’s a wonderful chance for parents to connect and kids to have fun together

Yom Kippur Children's Lunch 2025
2025-09-25 08:00 - 2025-09-30 17:00
Thursday 2 October, 12.30pm – 1.30pm Ronny Brickman Hall
After the Children’s Services we will be holding a lunch for all children aged 0-11.
Ticket price £4.00 per child.
For more information email Jude Moore on judeandsam@hotmail.co.uk

Fish & Chips in the Succah - Succot 5786
2025-10-09 19:00 - 22:00

Youth BBQ - Succot 5786
2025-10-12 19:00 - 21:30

Simchat Torah Supper 5786
2025-10-14 17:50 - 22:00
Please join us to commemorate SImchat Torah with a communal buffet supper after the evening service on Tuesday 14th October (service commences at 5.50pm). There is no charge but please register for catering purposes, indicating meal preference, entering the names of all guests. There is no charge for this event – if you would like to make a donation, please click here.
We look forward to seeing you.

Mitzvah Day 2025 - Rudy Klijnkramer
2025-11-23 10:00 - 11:00
Please join us to hear the story of Rudolf Klijnkramer, who experienced the Second World War as a child. He saw his class in Amsterdam-Zuid becoming increasingly empty before he could go into hiding with a family himself.
From May 1942 onwards, he had to wear a Star of David, just like all Jews from the age of six. After the deportations had started in July 1942, he saw his class becoming increasingly empty. One of the children who was arrested was his cousin Salomon Hartog Reindorp, who was nine months older than him.
“That was a huge shock. It was my first intense confrontation with being Jewish.”

Chanukah 5786
2025-12-21 16:00 - 19:00
Communal candle lighting, followed by tea, donuts and a light-hearted film.
For further details, contact Edna Terret.
There is no charge for this event – if you would like to make a donation, please click here.

Holocaust Memorial Day 2026 - Leave to Land: The Kitchener Camp Rescue 1939
2026-01-27 20:00 - 22:00
A talk by Dr Clare Weissenberg Designer and Editor of the Kitchener Camp Project.
Clare has created “Leave to Land: The Kitchener Camp Rescue 1939” exhibition which will be available at the Shul on the evening for everyone to view.
There is no charge for this event – if you would like to make a donation, please click here.

Supper Quiz 2026
2026-02-08 18:30 - 22:00
Please note that there is a maximum of 10 people per table
… when booking, please specify who you would like to sit with

Pinner Ladies Shiur - Pre-Pesach Lunch & Learn
2026-03-11 12:00 - 14:30

Yom Hazikaron & Yom Ha'Atzmaut BBQ
2026-04-21 19:15 - 22:00
Please join us to commemorate Yom Hazikaron with a heartfelt ceremony of readings and reflections, remembering Israel’s fallen heroes
After Maariv at 8pm, we will transition from remembrance to celebration with our festive BBQ as we celebrate Yom Ha’Atzmaut 5786, Israel’s Independence Day!

Community Friday Night Dinner
2026-06-05 19:15 - 23:00

Avi Abelow - Pulse of Israel
2026-06-27 16:00 - 18:00
Please note that this event will NOT be held at the shul and that the venue will be advised via email before Shabbat begins.
For further details contact Rabbi Kleiman

Shira Jackson - From Ruin to Redemption
2026-07-13 20:00 - 22:00
Venue will be announced prior to the event for those who have registered. Please note that this is an event for Women only.
