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Aug 28, 2023

50 Years Ago, Henry Kissinger Became Secretary of State

A half a century ago -- on September 22, 1973 – Henry Kissinger assumed the role of US Secretary of State, becoming the first Jew and the first naturalized citizen to hold this esteemed office.


"Until I emigrated to America,” Kissinger once recounted, “my family and I endured progres…

Aug 28, 2023

Metabolism and Weight Management

By Susan Donovan

Metabolism is a wide-ranging term that describes the constant work happening in each of the body’s cells. This includes pumping molecules from the blood into the cells, as well as sending other molecules out of the cell, to be used for fuel. Energy is then released givin…

Aug 28, 2023

Connection, Community & Belonging

As the High Holy Days approach, and we reflect on the past year and the possibilities to come, I find myself thinking about connection, community and belonging.  For me, this is central to my identity as a Jew, fuels my passion for Jewish life, and inspires me as I begin our journey togeth…

Aug 28, 2023

"One Gift Touches Many Jewish Lives!"

When I asked Betsy Hoos for the best reason why someone would want to make the Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven their philanthropic partner, Betsy responded without hesitation: “Because one gift touches many lives.” One single gift. Regardless how small.

That simple statement has …

Jun 29, 2023

Touch a Truck and Expecting Expo 2023 Take Over the JCC…Inside and Out!

Hundreds of families with young children had a blast on Sunday, May 21 climbing onto fire-engines, experiencing what it’s like to be inside an ambulance and police car, exploring the inside a giant construction truck and more. Held outdoors under a warm and sunny sky, the annual interactiv…

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