Grant Applications - Open!

JFNS announces new grant opportunities available to all North Shore synagogues and Jewish agencies for innovative programming with meaningful Jewish impact. A grant pool of $40,000 has been allocated for the 2010-11 initiative.

Programs must focus on one the following four strategic priorities identified through the Community Forums:

1.      Engaging the Next Generation in Jewish Life
2.      Inspiring Adult Jewish Education
3.      Caring for the Most Vulnerable
4.      Connecting with Jewish Culture

Click here to review and submit your application!

Jewish Federation of the North Shore

72nd Annual Meeting
September 15, 2010, 7 p.m.
JCCNS, 4 Community Road, Marblehead

Wine & Cheese reception to follow.

Award Presentations to:

Derek Sheckman Award: Jacob Cline

Excellence in Leadership Award: Richard Bane

Edith Bloch Award: Amy Forman

To view the 2010-2011 JFNS Nominated Slate of officers click here.

Chagenu "Our Holiday"
Sukkot - The festival of Harvest
September, 23, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
JCCNS at 4 Community Road, Marblehead
Join us for prayer options, food, friends, playtime in the sukkah and much more!

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Ikkarim: Core Values
Parenting Through a Jewish Lens

Parenting is awe-inspiring. Beyond the practical issues of how to get your child to eat right and get enough sleep, parenting invokes in all of us deeper questions about meaning and values. The course, Ikkarim: Core Values takes parents on an inspirational journey through Jewish sources of wisdom. Enjoy stimulating, interactive discussions with an outstanding instructor in a welcoming environment. Learn how Judaism's sage perceptions about the human condition can enrich your relationships with your family and wider community.

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