By Leah Garber Staff Sergeant (Res.) Chen Gross, 33, a fighter in a commando brigade, fell on Friday alongside three other soldiers in Gaza. They entered a trapped building that … Continued
Day 614: Iron Swords War
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After 584 Days, Edan Is Free
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By Leah Garber Imagine a typical 20-year-old from the suburbs—a young man with dreams, potential, and a bright future. Edan Alexander was that person: an excellent student and a talented … Continued
Lisie Gottdenker Nominated as Chair of JCC Association Board of Directors
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JCC Association of North America is proud to announce the nomination of Felicia “Lisie” Gottdenker as the next chair of its Board of Directors. Her election—along with the full slate … Continued
How JCC Camps Strengthen Ties to Israel for Campers
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Each summer, the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) sends thousands of young Israelis, most of whom have completed their military service, to Jewish summer camps across North America as shlichim … Continued
Yom HaZikaron: Grief, Heroism, and an Unbreakable Bond
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By Leah Garber As long as within our hearts, the Jewish soul sings, As long as forward to the East, To Zion, looks the eye – Our hope is not … Continued
Holocaust Remembrance in the Shadow of October 7
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By Leah Garber Did the Holocaust Remembrance siren—the annual mourning wail that pierced Israel’s skies at precisely 10 a.m., cleaving both heavens and hearts—somehow cross the bleeding divide between Israel … Continued
10 JCCs and JCC Camps That Are Making Every Day Earth Day
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Today is Earth Day, dedicated to awareness and promotion of environmental protection, sustainability, and care of the natural world. Learn how these 10 JCCs and JCC Camps are making every … Continued
Day 551: Iron Swords War
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By Leah Garber Dry desert winds carrying dust and sand perfectly mirror Israel’s spirit these days as Pesach preparations unfold. The ritual spring cleaning, pots steaming with traditional delicacies, and … Continued
Day 544: Iron Swords War
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By Leah Garber A Journey Through Israel’s Heart A group of 13 Jewish Community Center CEOs who participated in JCC Association’s Kivunim onboarding program in recent years—sponsored by the Mandel … Continued
A Round Up of Purim Fun in the JCC Movement!
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During March, JCCs from Florida to Calgary and from California to Boston all hopped on the Purim celebration bandwagon. Costume parades, bouncy houses, and hamantaschen were plentiful, and crafts, face … Continued