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Now is the time to explore camp options for next summer. One Happy Camper has compiled a schedule of events designed to let you see the camps in action.


IN OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY

Federation Presents 300,000th Local PJ Library Book – For nearly ten years PJ Library, in partnership with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, has provided monthly Jewish books and CDs to children. One lucky 6-year-old was the recipient of the 300,000th book. more

Join Us for an After-Work Drink at NextDor Happy Hour – If you’re taking the train home you’ll want to meet up with NextDor for a drink! Stop by and join us on Thursday, August 17 at Boxcar Bar and Grill at the Short Hills train station from 6:30 - 8 p.m. more


GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

A Picture’s Worth a Thousand Words – Enjoy this photo diary of the recent Women’s Mission to Israel. Through it you’ll see the diverse experiences, the emotion, and the joy of participating in a Federation mission. more

Jewish Remains of the Day – With the support of the Gottesman family, we are rekindling connections with the Newark community 50 years after the city was torn apart with riots. Here, find out how teachers are learning to connect Newark’s history with the once-vibrant Jewish communities in Eastern Europe. more


YOUR IMPACT

A Fitting Memorial – A local man, as well as Federation and the Jewish Historical Society, are committed to salvaging and either saving or properly disposing of artifacts from shuttered area synagogues. more


IN THE NEWS

DID YOU KNOW? –  Federation partners with local synagogues to provide free High Holiday tickets to those who are new to the community or those who are ready to connect to a synagogue for the first time. Click here to find out more.

 

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Upcoming Events

Through August 15

JTOT IN THE PARK
Join us in the park this summer for music and stories and Shabbat! more

Through to September 8

VOLUNTEER BOOT CAMP
Make your summer hands-on and heart-filled with these weekly volunteer opportunities. more

August 9

2017 JKID EDUCATOR INTERCHANGE
Teachers spend a day at camp and discover the magic children experience there. more

August 17

NEXTDOR SUMMER HAPPY HOUR
Meet us for a drink at Boxcar Bar & Grill. more

August 21-31

SUMMER 2017 MITZVAH MANIA
Ten days of teen service opportunities. more

September 13

SHORASHIM
A celebration of members of legacy societies at the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ. more