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Welcoming young Jewish families makes sure our future is bright!

I often say that your Federation serves the Jewish Community of Greater New Haven from ‛cradle to grave’—as a reflection of our commitment to Jews of all ages. One of our most exciting programs begins at birth with ‘Shalom Baby.’ This program—capably led by our staff professional…

New year…new beginnings

As I write this message, winter is upon us, the days are shorter and the secular calendar is moving towards the start of 2023 (as you’re reading this, it is already 2023). I would like to wish our community members a very happy, healthy and peaceful 2023. As with the start of every new yea…

JCARR welcomes family from Ukraine

When the war in Ukraine broke out in February 2022, JCARR volunteers immediately contacted Rabbi Michael Farbman of Temple Emanuel, who speaks Russian and traveled to Poland in April to support Ukrainian refugees.

“We’re here to help; let us know what we can do,” they told the rabbi. …

New Year, New Beginnings

As I write this message, winter is upon us, the days are shorter and the secular calendar is moving towards the start of 2023 (as you’re reading this, it is already 2023).

I would like to wish our community members a very happy, healthy and peaceful 2023.

As with the start of every new y…

After 32 years, leaving the ADL is bittersweet

– One of the most important Jewish values that Marji Lipshez-Shapiro recalls learning from her parents was the belief in fairness and justice. “I’ve just heard about fairness and justice all my life,” says Lipshez-Shapiro, deputy director of ADL Connecticut. “I was a huge fan of Bo…

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