The Liberal Judaism Presidents’ Ball was a night of great music, delicious food and, most importantly of all, the very best of company.

For a full slideshow of pictures (by Yakir Zur), please click here.

Presidents’ Ball host Rabbi Charley Baginsky

Hosted by Liberal Judaism CEO Rabbi Charley Baginsky, the event was a chance to celebrate with all those who have supported our movement during this hugely successful 120th year.

Liberal Jews from many different communities gathered at Southgate Progressive Synagogue to dance to the Friday Night Rock Band, enjoy a banquet from Penny Beral Catering and have their pictures drawn by Ivo the Caricaturist.

Guests officially welcomed Rabbi Alexandra Wright (pictured above right) as Liberal Judaism’s new President. She shared how humbled she felt to be taking on the role.

Outgoing President Rabbi Dr Andrew Goldstein (pictured above left) outlined the successes from Liberal Judaism’s 120th anniversary fundraising campaign – including 49 young people receiving bursaries to attend LJY-Netzer events and the impending return of a Progressive Jewish Chaplain – before looking to the future.

He said: “We stand here today as a strong and vital movement. I have been active in Liberal Judaism for over 70 years and my grandchildren are fifth generation Liberal Jews. I believe in this movement and, like all of you, have a deep desire to see Liberal Judaism flourish for generations to come, just as I see it prospering now.”

• Check back next week for the details of the new Prize Draw, for all existing and new regular donors to Liberal Judaism, that was launched at Presidents’ Ball.

The Friday Night Rock band entertained guests at Southgate Progressive Synagogue with hits from through the decades