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During February & April 2008 the synagogue was asked to host several visits from adults enrolled at Havering & Barnet Colleges. The purpose of the visits was to be given a talk by Frank Godson on the history of the site on which the synagogue stands, the history of the synagogue and a rounded view of Judaism in general.
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Over 4 days 180 people attended the sessions. Frank Godson was assisted by Julian Romain who led the party on behalf of the college.
A day when many Jewish buildings are open to the public
Whenever Ray and I go on holiday we always look for Jewish connections where we happen to be. A few weeks ago ago we went to Menton in the South Of France