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Jul 3, 2019

New Haven Mikvah Re-opens; Celebration Scheduled for July 7

by Rabbi Fred Hyman, Ed.D
The Westville Synagogue


After months of hard work, the New Haven Mikvah has re-opened.  As the final preparations were being made, there was great excitement.  Tova Emanuel Hyman, principal officer of the mikvah, stated, “We are thrilled that the mikvah is ope…

Jun 28, 2019

Alternative Shabbat Experiences Offered this Summer

by Talya Hyman, Shalom New Haven Intern


This summer, experience the enjoyment of Shabbat with congregations throughout Greater New Haven as services are conducted beneath the stars, by a lake, and even on the beach! 


Many community members are looking for an environment in which to expe…

Jun 28, 2019

Congress Approving Emergency Food and Shelter Program Funding for Migrants

The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) Applauds Congress on Approving Funding for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program for Migrants

The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) applaud Congress for reaching an agreement today on an emergency supplemental appropriations bill that…

Jun 28, 2019

Saving our Shorelines and Growing Kinder Families

by Stacey Battat, PJ Library of Greater New Haven

Good Deeds and Dunes, taking place on Sunday, June 30 from 2:30-5 p.m. at Walnut Beach, will convey the value of taking care of the earth. PJ Library has invited the Town of Milford and Little Scientists to team up and gather families to be…

Jun 21, 2019

Temple Emanuel Recognizes Rabbi Michael Farbman's 10 Years of Service

Temple Emanuel will celebrate Rabbi Michael Farbman’s ten years of service to the congregation with a "Sweet as Honey" dinner on June 23.
 
Rabbi Farbman joined Temple Emanuel as its spiritual leader in 2010, following a year-long search to replace retired Rabbi Jerry Brieger.  Born in V…

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