By Leah Garber I have never experienced the pain, frustration, fear, or sorrow that I feel today—and will continue to feel in the coming days. I am constantly on the … Continued
Day 2: Operation Iron Swords
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Day 1: Our Lives Have Changed Beyond Recognition
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By Leah Garber Our Lives Have Changed Beyond Recognition Israel as of 6:30 a.m. this morning is an entirely different country than it was last night. Our lives have changed … Continued
Rushing In | Shabbat Shalom 21 Tishrei 5784 שַׁבָּת שָׁלוֹם
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By Doron Krakow Rushing In This morning I made my way back to the United States—the High Holidays nearly behind us, and so many extraordinary opportunities in the New Year, … Continued
Together | ביחד | Shabbat Shalom 14 Tishrei 5784 שַׁבָּת שָׁלוֹם
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By Doron Krakow Together|ביחד One of the genuine pleasures of my work is the regular interactions I have with some of the dynamic and dedicated Jewish leaders across North America—lay … Continued
Silence’s Mighty Roar | Shabbat Shalom 7 Tishrei 5784 שַׁבָּת שָׁלוֹם
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By Doron Krakow Silence’s Mighty Roar The High Holidays this year find me, once more, in Israel—celebrating with family and continuing to marvel at the wonders of newfound grandparenthood. On … Continued
Our Struggle to Ensure a Strong, Democratic Israel
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By Leah Garber Fifty years ago, on October 6, 1973, I was a small child living in Jerusalem, playing at my friend’s house during the break between the morning and … Continued
When Tomorrow Comes | Shabbat Shalom 29 Elul 5783 שַׁבָּת שָׁלוֹם
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By Doron Krakow When Tomorrow Comes JCC Association’s board convened in New York this week, and our meetings opened on September 11. Beth Mann, a remarkable member of the professional … Continued
The Days Are Long, But the Years Are So Short | Shabbat Shalom 22 Elul 5783 שַׁבָּת שָׁלוֹם
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By Doron Krakow The Days Are Long, But the Years Are So Short Late last month my wife and I became grandparents. Of course, it feels very strange. We can’t … Continued
JCC Association Announces Inaugural Chief Talent Officer
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 7, 2023 CONTACT: Lauren Magy, JCC Association of North America, [email protected] JCC Association Announces Carrie Darsky as Inaugural Chief Talent Officer Darsky brings more than two … Continued
Sometimes It’s Just About the Rain
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By Leah Zigmond Often, at the beginning of a lengthy experience, something happens early on that later becomes the theme for the entire journey. In the moment, you don’t always … Continued