It’s impossible to shield ourselves from the tragedies that occur on a daily basis. Turn on the TV, and you hear about a natural disaster that’s ruined thousands of homes. Go online and read the horrifying details of a car crash that killed a family of 5. Yesterday, we were struck by two tragedies: The Continue Reading »
This Rosh Hashana, enhance the conversation at your table with this question guide. We encourage you to print this out and use it with your family. Shana Tova to all!
Do you remember hiding behind your parents’ legs during times when you were uncomfortable and felt out of place? Children are often taught the values of welcoming guests, respecting their elders and visiting the sick. Too often, discomfort and shyness get in the way of a child’s ability to partake in these values, and create Continue Reading »
International Youth Day is celebrated on August 12 each year to recognize efforts of youth throughout the world to enhance our society. This special day also promotes ways to engage youth in becoming more actively involved in making positive contributions to their communities. We couldn’t be more excited to celebrate International Youth Day as Areyvut Continue Reading »
When we’re feeling down in the dumps, it’s not always easy to simply “shake it off.” But thanks to artist and superstar, Taylor Swift, the world has been shining a little bit brighter over the past year. Pop culture and media focus so much on what celebrities are wearing, who they’re dating and stories of Continue Reading »
Let the count-down for summer begin! As the school year is coming to an end and kids are packing up their cubbies and lockers, it’s time to think about ways to thank the people who took care of your children for the past year: the teachers. Whether it be mentoring your children through difficult situations Continue Reading »
On May 31st, chances of rain didn’t scare a group of Mitzvah Clowns from marching down 5th Avenue with smiles on their faces. The Celebrate Israel Parade is a New York City highlight, attracting members from the Jewish community, supporters of Israel and curious New Yorkers alike. For its 4th year, the Areyvut Mitzvah Clowns Continue Reading »
Within this article are useful tools for creating a welcoming workplace for employees where they can recharge and do their work more efficiently. It’s important to appreciate coworkers and employees for their benefit as well as the organizations.
The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee has been providing post trauma counseling and training to leaders in the communities of Nepal currently in distress since last month’s earthquake. This article shows the kindnesses being given by the JDC right now, and reminds us that we have the potential to do real tikkun olam Continue Reading »
