Ethical Dilemmas in Working with Older Adults A free professional development event for Greater MetroWest agency staff who work with older adults. Speaker: Stephen Sidorsky, LCSW, Continuing Education Instructor, Rutgers School of Social Work The population of older adults is growing, changes are occurring in cultural norms and beliefs and in the definition of family, […]
This year it feels more important than ever to come together to remember and honor the victims, survivors, and heroes of the Holocaust and to renew our commitment to sharing their stories with future generations. On the evening of Yom HaShoah, join us for a community commemoration featuring presentations by Greater MetroWest's teen Shoah Ambassadors and […]
On Thursday, Rutgers University officials shamefully agreed to most of the demands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators in exchange for the dismantling of a tent encampment on campus. Those demands include releasing a statement “acknowledging the ongoing genocide against Palestinians;” hiring professors on Middle East and Palestine studies and establishing a full department for those subjects; and […]
The Emergent Curriculum Community of Practice (CoP) will convene classroom and leadership educators with medium to advanced experience in child-led, emergent curriculum to learn with one another and take their skills to the next level. This CoP will be led in collaboration with Gatherround Consulting. Through reflective and collaborative practices, participants will build curriculum based […]
Join us for a bit of respite and to meet fellow caregivers. We will make flatbread, enjoy some light bites, and learn about resources and ways to help reduce the stress of being a family caregiver.
Our week of celebrating Israel begins with the solemn observance of Yom HaZikaron, Israel’s Memorial Day. Join your Greater MetroWest community and our rishonim and shlichot as we remember Israel’s fallen […]
Hey teens, join us for a barbeque dinner* and festive gathering to celebrate Yom Ha’Atzmaut — Israel Independence Day! We’ll eat good food, enjoy games led by the rishonim, and work on a community art installation that will be unveiled at the Israel Block Party. All teens are welcome! Register by May 8 to participate. *Kosher […]
Our tradition continues at the annual Builders & Allied Trades event. Come together as a community to celebrate Federation's historic Centennial year and hear from two young Israelis as they share their stories of survival during the October 7 attack. 5:30-6:00 p.m. Young Builders Meet & Greet Reception 6:00-7:00 p.m. Cocktails & Dinner 7:00-8:00 p.m. […]
WP Mission to Montreal Orientation for participants For more information, contact Diane Bakst: [email protected]
Create upcycled planters from plastic bottles. Registration is closed. *Address provided upon registration
Join your Greater MetroWest community in celebrating Israel’s birthday at our first-ever Yom Ha’Atzmaut Block Party! You’ll enjoy: a delicious Israeli-style Kosher BBQ lunch and Kona Ice* shopping for Israeli products […]
Participate in a painting class with the residents at Lester Senior Housing. Registration is closed. *Address provided upon registration
Join your fellow rabbis along with Federation CEO Dov Ben-Shimon, Director of JCRC Linda Scherzer, Director of Holocaust Education Ilyse Shainbrown, and Director of Community Engagement Amy Biloon, to discuss […]
Cooperman Family Naming Event - By Invitation Only
Congregational Educators' PD Network Series For more information, contact Emily Fox: [email protected]
Mountain Ridge and Federation have a history of doing good — together. This event welcomes all Mountain Ridge Country Club (MRCC) members to join us for golf, pickleball, tennis and dinner, as we gather in support of our Jewish community. 4 p.m. Golf shot gun start/Pickleball & Tennis Round-Robin 6:30 p.m. Dinner & Program To RSVP for […]
Join us for our May Mitzvah of the Moment: Collecting Reusable Shopping Bags! Your donations will provide dignity, convenience, and sustainability to those facing food insecurity at a local food pantry. Let's make a difference together—donate your unused bags and spread compassion and sustainability. Together, we can brighten shopping trips and keep our planet cleaner. […]
GMW Cantors Roundtable Lunch For more information, contact Sarah Diamond: [email protected]
