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Grandparents, don’t miss
this unique opportunity to learn, explore Jewish values, and visit Israel with
your rising fifth- or sixth-grade grandchildren through our new G2 Global Intergenerational
Initiative.
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IN OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
The Power of PJ Library – When a group of Federation lay leaders and professionals presented the
300,000th PJ Library book to a local 6-year-old, we were reminded of
the power of PJ Library, the power of engaging young families in our Jewish
community, and the power of the work we do. By Federation CEO Dov Ben-Shimon. more
Do
You Have the Right Shtick? – Shtick Together
is a program designed to bring families with similar-age children together to
celebrate Shabbat, create small nurturing groups, and launch life-long
friendships. To find out how to become a lead family, click here.
Holocaust Council Uses Film to Keep Memories of
Victims Alive – Mindful of the rapidly decreasing
number of survivors, the Holocaust Council of Greater MetroWest NJ is
redoubling efforts to make sure the bitter memories and stories of suffering
and survival are passed on to future generations, within and outside the Jewish
community. more
GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
An Unforgettable Moment – In my years as a "living bridges" builder I
have experienced many inspiring moments, but what happened last week was one of the most meaningful and emotional happenings of my career. By Associate
Executive Director of Israel and Overseas Amir Shacham. more
YOUR IMPACT
Leslie Dannin Rosenthal: The Exit Interview – In a
conversation with NJ Jewish News editor Gabe Kahn, Leslie reflects on her three
years as our Federation president. more
Our Duty: To Raise Our Voices for Those Who Have
No Voice – CRC Director
Linda Scherzer explains how her group’s mission as the advocacy arm of
Federation is to help secure the future of the Jewish people and to work toward
a just society based on our values as Jews and Americans. more
IN THE NEWS
Newark’s Jewish roots becoming history
Preservation of Newark’s Jewish roots
JVS appoints Rebecca Shulman senior program director
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DID YOU KNOW? – The
JCC MetroWest’s Camp Deeny Riback is offering up to $1,000 off for those who
register their kids for summer 2018 before August 31. It’s their biggest
enrollment deal ever! You don’t want to miss this opportunity. Find out more here.
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