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Women, Peace and Israeli Politics

May 12, 7:00 pm

Free

Israel Policy Forum’s IPF Atid

Monday, May 12 7:00pm - 9:00pm

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What Does It Mean To Be Pro-Israel in 2025?

May 12, 8:00 pm

Temple Emanuel, Newton

Free

Temple Emanuel of Newton

Monday, May 12 8:00pm - 9:30pm

Temple Emanuel385 Ward StNewton, MA 02459

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Essex County Law & Education Day 2025

May 14, 7:00 am

Kernwood Country Club, Salem

$50

ADL New England

Wednesday, May 14 7:00am - 9:00am

Kernwood Country Club1 Kernwood StSalem, MA 01970

Requires registration $50.00

Umm el-Fahem Art Gallery Umm al-Fahm Art Museum

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The Only Arab Art Museum in Israel

May 14, 6:30 pm

The Vilna Shul, Boston's Center for Jewish Culture, Boston

$25

Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture

Wednesday, May 14 6:30pm - 9:00pm

The Vilna Shul, Boston's Center for Jewish Culture18 Phillips StBoston, MA 02114

Requires registration $25.00

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Salon-Theater Production: “What Do I Do With All This Heritage?”

May 15, 7:30 pm

Temple Israel, Boston

Free

Center for Adult Jewish Learning at Temple Israel of Boston

Thursday, May 15 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Temple Israel477 Longwood AvenueBoston, MA 02215

Requires registration Free

Hasidism and the Land of Israel

May 15, 7:30 pm

Hebrew College, Newton

Sunrise view of the Sea of Galilee, from Mount Arbel (west side), with winter wildflowers, Northern Israel

Free

Hebrew College

Thursday, May 15 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Hebrew College1860 Washington StNewton, MA 02466

Requires registration Free

“Soul of a Nation” Film Screening

May 16, 1:00 pm

Cinema Salem, Salem

Soul Of A Nation Jonathan Jacubowicz Panorama Films

$15

Jewish Community Center of the North Shore

Friday, May 16 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Cinema Salem1 E India Square MallSalem, MA 01970

Requires registration $15.00

Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month at The Cabot

May 20, 7:00 pm

The Cabot, Beverly

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Free

Lappin Foundation

Tuesday, May 20 7:00pm - 9:00pm

The Cabot286 Cabot StBeverly, MA 01915

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Greater Boston Inaugural Reception With Noa Cochva

May 21, 6:30 pm

Temple Emanuel, Newton

$18

StandWithUs

Wednesday, May 21 6:30pm - 9:00pm

Temple Emanuel385 Ward StNewton, MA 02459

Requires registration $18.00 - $100.00

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3/20/2025 Top Pick

The Haggadah of Freedom

This new Haggadah connects the Exodus story to today’s reality, amplifying the voices of returnees and hostage families in the ongoing struggle for freedom.

By Hostages and Missing Families Forum

3/14/2025 Top Pick

Finding Light in the Darkness

In a time of immense sorrow, Adar challenges us to seek joy, turn darkness into light, and embrace the strength to keep moving forward.

By Rabbi Benjamin SamuelsFor Congregation Shaarei Tefillah

3/14/2025 Top Pick

You Cannot Build a True Future From a False Past

This Purim and Passover season, let’s reclaim our stories with truth, accountability, and the responsibility they demand.

By Rabbi William HamiltonFor Congregation Kehillath Israel

3/13/2025 Top Pick

How To Address Antisemitism: Becoming an Engaged Leader

A how-to for developing an action plan when antisemitism hits home.

By Dan SeligsonFor Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)

3/7/2025 Top Pick

Voices of Wisdom: Reflections From Local Rabbis

In this pivotal moment for our Jewish community, local rabbis offer wisdom, reflection, and hope on the situation in Israel.

By JewishBoston

3/7/2025 Top Pick

Refusing to Despair

In the face of unimaginable loss, Israel chooses love over hate, resilience over despair, honoring the memory of those taken from us.

By Rabbi Danny BurkemanFor Temple Shir Tikva (Wayland)

CJP Communal Security Initiative, Jeremy Yamin, Vice President of Security and Operations; Daniel Levenson, Director Communal Security Initiative

3/6/2025 Top Pick

CJP Initiative Secures Funds for Safer Facilities

Jewish organizations around Greater Boston received more than $1.2 million to bolster security amid rising antisemitism and hate crimes.

By Dan SeligsonFor Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)

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2/28/2025 Top Pick

There Are No Words — What We Need Is Action

When words fail, action must prevail—now is the time to strengthen, support, and stand together.

By Rabbi Mendy UminerFor Chabad Center at Chestnut Hill

2/28/2025 Top Pick

The Responsibility of Kindness in Life and Death

As Israel mourns, this week’s Torah portion calls us to uphold kindness and care for the vulnerable amid tragedy.

By Rabbi Elaine ZecherFor Temple Israel of Boston

2/28/2025 Top Pick

(Not) Feeling Joy THIS Adar

As Adar begins, joy feels distant—but the story of Purim teaches us that even in darkness, sorrow can transform into celebration.

By Rabbi Noah ChesesFor Young Israel of Sharon

2/27/2025 Top Pick

Holding the Beauty and the Horror

Amid beauty and grief, we hold both loss and hope, seeking a better world.

By Rav Claudia KreimanFor Temple Beth Zion

2/26/2025 Top Pick

Epstein Hillel School & Jewish Nonprofits Receive Security Grants

Marblehead’s Epstein Hillel School is one of 36 Jewish nonprofits receiving nearly $2 million in state grants for security upgrades and personnel.

By Brett M. RhyneFor Jewish Journal

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