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George Washington Letter reading emphasizes civil civic dialogue

NEWPORT – “Be the leader who models tough, difficult conversations. Create environments that facilitate dialogue across difference, especially for our young people.” This … more

SAM SHAMOON | 9/8/24

Touro Fraternal awards $5,000 college grants to Strachman, Cohen

CRANSTON – Elena Strachman and Jonathan Cohen have been awarded grants of $5,000 each from Touro Fraternal Association to assist in their pursuit of higher education degrees. Strachman is … more

9/8/24

Temple Habonim celebrates Jews and baseball in September

Since Lipman Pike first donned a uniform for the Troy (New York) Haymakers on May 9, 1871, Jews have had an indelible relationship with America’s pastime. For more than 150 years, Jews and … more

DOUGLAS STARK | 9/8/24

Community Campaign needs your help

Volunteers are our lifeline. For decades, Jewish philanthropy has relied on its community members for generosity, energy and connections between the needs we have and the outreach that’s done. … more

JENNIFER ZWIRN | 9/8/24

Sharing our goals and needs: The Strategic Planning Survey

This fall, members of the Rhode Island Jewish community have the opportunity to tell the Jewish Alliance what matters most. The Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island is undertaking a community strategic-planning process. With input from the Rhode Island Jewish communit more

SARAH GREENLEAF | 9/8/24

Friday Fun in August

Campers of all ages enjoy a week of fun at Chabad of West Bay’s Camp Gan Israel held at Temple Torat Yisrael in East Greenwich. On a Friday in August, they had a change to play outside, make challah and enjoy a juggling show. A good way to spend the day! more

9/8/24

‘Remembrance & Creativity’ celebrates SBHEC Double Chai anniversary

In Terezin , a Nazi camp where 33,000 people perished, imprisoned musicians and artists created a remarkable cultural community that persevered against all odds. Renowned violist Mark Ludwig, Boston … more

GIOVANNA WISEMAN | 9/6/24

Southern New England Region President Jody Fredman with Hadassah Magazine editor Lisa Hostein, right.

Books on the Beach raises funds for Hadassah Rehab Center

MIDDLETOWN – Over 170 Hadassah members and friends turned out for this year’s Books on the Beach fundraising event, which featured authors Jennifer Rosner and Allegra Goodman. The … more

CYNTHIA BENJAMIN | 9/6/24

Synagogues gear up for the High Holy Days

Summer is winding down, and we are gearing up for the High Holy Days. Our thoughts turn to the start of school and the bright promise of the Jewish New Year! Jewish Rhode Island does not list information regarding specific services and schedules. This year, we contacted all the synagogues, temples and congregational groups and asked about in-person and virtual services as well as if tickets will be required. What follows is the current information from those who responded along with contact information from our files from all known synagogues, temples and groups in our coverage area. more

JEWISH RHODE ISLAND STAFF | 9/6/24

New study looks at spike in campus Jewish life engagement after Oct. 7

Immediately after Oct. 7, a growing number of Jewish college students felt a connection to their Jewish identity and sought out Jewish events on campus. But the feeling didn’t last for … more

ANDREW LAPIN | JTA | 9/6/24