...which starts on Saturday, May 23 at sundown. We love the great explanation from the Interfaith Family website that we're sharing below.
Shavuot has both historical and agricultural significance. Two main themes of the holiday are Torah (and the story of Ruth) and agriculture. An…
Katie traveled to Israel with Birthright Israel last summer, 2014 during Operation Protective Edge. Read about her life-changing experience.
What did you do on Chanukah this year? Gathered with family and friends. Lit the candles on your menorah. Fried so many latkes that your house smelled like oil for days. Debated the merits of applesauce versus sour cream. Looked over wish lists, shopped, and exchanged gifts.
Here in our o…
By Mary Gorden
I was born to a Roman Catholic Cuban-Italian mother and a Ukrainian Jewish turned born-again Christian father. I attended Catholic schooling and even participated in some of the sacraments, and all the while I never felt like I was being my authentic self- my Jewish self. F…
One of the great things about interning at the JFGI and being involved in YLD is the opportunity to make connections. They can be local connections, such as the ones I have made with the Federation staff or with those of you who I have met at YLD events. They can also be international…
