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On Friday morning, our Board of Trustees voted to allocate $36,000 from our Emergency Reserve Fund to support Jewish Federations of North America’s Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund which is helping in the recovery efforts of both the Jewish and larger community in the Houston area. Thus far, the Greater MetroWest community has raised over $125,000 in relief effort dollars. You can make a donation online here.
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IN OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
Teen Program: Israel Through the Ages – This exciting and engaging monthly class is available to GMW teens in grades 9-12. Taught by JTEEN director Yoni Glatt and some special guests. Apply by September 6. more
Easy Jewish Family Fun Fall Events – Now that summer is unofficially over, it’s time to fill your fall calendar with a variety of dynamic programs designed specifically for families with young children. Check out our great lineup of programs here.
GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Welcoming, and Welcoming Back, Our Community Shlichim – This week we introduce you to the five shlichim who are either returning or new to our Greater MetroWest community and let you know where you can meet them this year. more
Israel and American Jewry: Finding Common Ground – All are welcome to join us for a discussion of the challenges to pluralistic Jewish religion in Israel with Israeli Knesset member Nachman Shai and Rabbi Seth Faber. more
YOUR IMPACT
BLOG: Rosie Saves the World – This wonderful book about a little girl who wants to save the world introduces children and their parents to the concept of Areyvut and how to achieve a balance between global citizenship and our unique obligation to our Jewish People. By Federation Chief Jewish Learning Officer Robert Lichtman. more
Morristown Medical Center Dedicates Bikur Cholim Room – Sponsored by our Chaplaincy Commission, this new space offers a comforting space where patients and their families can find solace, and a kosher snack. more
JVS Offers Job Seekers Program – There’s still time to register for this program to help those looking for a job learn how to network and make the important connections that can lead to opportunities. more
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