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Knowing Our Truth

It has been 18 months since we celebrated the grand re-opening of the Beckerman-Lender JCC Building after fire closed our doors for more than a year. Much hard work was invested by community volunteers to determine the best course in the wake of the fire, leading to a road map that has guide…

JCARR: Living in A Foreign Language

 
Photo Credit: Lucy Gellman
 
On September 9, more than 90 people listened to ten storytellers recount their personal experiences about “Living in a Foreign Language.”  The event at East Rock Brewing Company was a fundraiser for JCARR, the Jewish Community Alliance for Refugee …

The Values of the Jewish Federation

Based on a speech delivered by Dr. Stephanie Wain, Major Gifts Chair, at the 2020 Major Gifts Event

 

The Jewish Federation is guided by three ideals: “Klal Yisrael” - a deep and abiding love for all Jewish people and a sacred promise that we will be there for each other; “Chesed�…

An Oldy but a Goody: The Continuing Relevance of the Federation Model

This article was adapted from the speech given by Annual Campaign Chair, Dr. Dena Schulman-Green, at the 2020 Mega Community Event.

Did you know that the first Jewish Federation was founded in Boston in 1895? Its mission was the same as it is today: to see to the needs of the Jewish commun…

Temple Emanuel's 2019 Shir Magic

"Shir Magic" is Temple Emanuel's' Annual Musical Program in memory of Rabbi Jerry Brieger z"l. Brieger was known not only for his vast knowledge of all things Jewish, but also for his sleight of hand tricks and his love of music. He loved to study, to teach and to sing.

“Shir Magic” Con…

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