Honoring the Atidim, Who Provide Unrestricted Future Support for The Partnership
We describe Atidim as special people and when we look at each one of you personally, not just as names on a list, but as individuals, and couples and families, we say, “You know what? These are very...
View ArticleLet My People Know
Please take a few moments to learn about Yaacov Birnbaum, of blessed memory; a truly significant leader who recently passed away. Much has been written about the Soviet Jewry movement, and many stories...
View ArticleMy Part in The Partnership: Meet Emily
Teenagers these days are over-stressed, over-tired and over-extended! But that didn't stop Emily, a rising senior at Randolph High School, and 11 others from signing up for The Partnership for Jewish...
View ArticleMy Part in The Partnership: Meet Beth
Who doesn't want to connect with someone who knows all the good places to go and fun things to do? This is the concept behind the Jewish Family Concierge for Montclair and the surrounding area. "I...
View ArticleMy Part in The Partnership: Meet Michael
The Sunday before Rosh HaShanah, 1,043 people blew Shofar in unison at The Great Shofar Blowout and set a new Guinness World Record. Michael and his family were part of the historic record-breaking...
View ArticleMy Part in The Partnership: Meet The Cohens
Even though summer is over, many families are already thinking about the often overwhelming process of choosing the right camp for their child. The Cohens of Short Hills, along with hundreds of other...
View ArticleLOVE AMONG THE IRISES
Unlike some love stories that are best kept discreet, this one should to be told ... and re-told. It’s all true. It’s a love story about a woman and some teenagers.The story started when the Iris Teen...
View ArticleMy Part in The Partnership: Meet Adam
As teens leave home to enter into the next phase of their lives, parents often wonder how their child will navigate the next steps. The Partnership inspires, engages and empowers young people to take...
View ArticleMy Part in The Partnership: Meet Amy
Adjusting to a new place can be tough, especially when you have young children in tow and are looking for more ways to engage in the local Jewish community. Luckily for many families like Amy's, The...
View ArticleMy Part in The Partnership: Meet Aaron of Camp Harlam
Teachers are often expected to know ALL the answers, but how do they know all the answers?! By participating in TLC - The Learning Conference!The Partnership convenes The Learning Conference, which...
View ArticleIt’s Time to Move from Engagement to Empowerment
By Leemor Ellman and Robert Lichtman Published in eJewish PhilanthropyWhat would we say about a Math teacher who engages students with the power of numbers, but fails to empower students to add them...
View ArticleMy Part in The Partnership: Meet Jesse
Digital technologies have educational value, but nothing beats the rich experience of interacting with others. Luckily through J-SERVE Jesse was able to combine the two! Last spring Jesse was the teen...
View ArticleCIRCLES
A colleague and I were reminiscing about Operation Solomon, the truly remarkable redemption, rescue and resettlement in Israel of thousands of Ethiopian Jews. This was 1991, and I was Director of...
View ArticleJewish Life is Overrated
By Robert LichtmanPublished in eJewish PhilanthropyDavid Eagleman wrote a terrific little book, Sum: Forty Tales from the Afterlives, which considers scenarios for what happens after this life. His...
View ArticleOur Part in The Partnership: Meet Alia and Dan Ramer
Each year The Partnership hosts "Ignite The Light," to honor someone who is an examplar of how to Bring Jewish Learning to Life. On Monday, June 8th The Partnership is pleased to honor an engaging...
View ArticleOur Part in The Partnership: Meet The Justice League
In order to galvanize Jewish teens in Greater MetroWest to become socially aware, community oriented, and forward thinking through the guidance of Judaism, The Partnership has assembled a force of...
View ArticleThank You for Making Ignite The Light 2015 a Success
On Monday evening, June 8, The Partnership for Jewish Learning and Life held its annual event, IGNITE THE LIGHT. More than 150 people came out to honor Dan and Alia and the work of The Partnership....
View ArticleGuinness World Record Confirmed!
IT’S OFFICIAL!!The Partnership for Jewish Learning and Life has received confirmation that we DID set a new Guinness World Record for Most People Blowing the Shofar:“The largest shofar ensemble...
View ArticleMy Part in The Partnership: Meet Rachel
Now is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors. For Rachel and her family, attending Shabbat in Bloom has provided a great opportunity to visit local parks while engaging in a social Jewish activity....
View ArticleMy Part in The Partnership: Meet Jody
The Partnership for Jewish Learning and Life is pleased to announce Jody Hurwitz Caplan as the new President of the Board of Trustees. Jody has served on the board since 2012, and she explains what...
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