Embracing the Ancient Rituals of Shabbat in Modern Life
January 9, 2025
Karen Auerbach Bocaletti
Manager, Jewish Historical Society of Greater MetroWest NJ
Shabbat, the Jewish Sabbath, is one of the most ancient and significant rituals in Judaism, observed from sunset on Friday to nightfall on Saturday. B...
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Thriving in 2025: Workshops for Parents, Caregivers, and Educators
January 2, 2025
Rebecca Wanatick, Ed.M.
Director, Disability Inclusion & Belonging
The work of our Jewish Federation is about one thing—community. Whether you’re near or far, young or old, living with disabilities, mental health chal...
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A New Alliance to Strengthen the NJ-Israel Relationship
January 2, 2025
Linda Scherzer
JCRC Director
On Monday, Ofakim Mayor Itzik Danino will arrive in New Jersey to sign a sister-city agreement with the Township of Middletown, establishing a formal ...
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Reflections of our Jewish Federation’s Impact in 2024
December 27, 2024
Steven D. Levy
Interim CEO
As the calendar year draws to a close, it feels natural to reflect on the past twelve months—celebrating achievements, acknowledging setbacks, and pre...
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Valley Bank Gives Back
December 26, 2024
Marcy Fink
Director of Business & Professional Network
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It’s Time to Dream
December 19, 2024
Steven D. Levy
Interim CEO
This week’s Torah portion is Vayeshev, which is memorable for its description of Joseph’s two famous dreams foretelling the future. Thinking about th...
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