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10/08/2026

Parenting a child with a disability comes with extraordinary joys, unique challenges, and moments when a little extra support can make all the difference.

This is why The Miriam Fund of CJP - Combined Jewish Philanthropies is proud to sponsor this timely, virtual workshop on October 21 from Gateways: Access to Jewish Education, created to help parents and caregivers feel supported, connected, and equipped with practical tools for everyday family life.

🎫Learn more and sign up at: https://bit.ly/471NR5E

🤝 You don’t have to parent alone. Join a safe, supportive space to connect & grow.

📅 Join us Wednesday, October 21 | 7:30–9:00 p.m. EDT for a FREE virtual workshop with Dr. Hershberg.

You’ll discover practical strategies to:
✔️ Stay calm during tough moments by thinking through triggers for you and your child
✔️ Break stressful family cycles with the “Love & Limits” framework
✔️ Increase structures and routines that help your children feel secure
✔️ Navigate daily struggles like transitions
✔️ Be a part of a safe, supportive space to learn, connect, and feel empowered as caregiver

💌 It’s free, supportive, and made for caregivers like you. Tag a friend who’d love this too! Thank you to The Miriam Fund of CJP - Combined Jewish Philanthropies for sponsoring this series for its second year.

10/07/2026

On the third anniversary of October 7, Bernard Franklin reflects on the grief he witnessed in Israel, the pain he carried home and what it means to remember with humanity.

Writes Franklin: “I can condemn the barbaric brutality of Hamas with moral clarity, mourn deeply Israeli families whose lives were shattered, and still hold tender compassion for Palestinian civilians whose own lives have been devastated by war.”

On the third anniversary of Oct. 7, I reflect on the grief I witnessed in Israel, the pain I carried home and what it means to remember with humanity.

10/07/2026

Three years after October 7, Lior Krengel, CJP’s Boston-Israel Director, reflects on what has changed — and what continues to give her hope.

For Lior, October 7 changed the meaning of belonging.

“If I wanted Israel to remain a home for my daughters, then I had a responsibility to take an active role in building that future.”

Today, that responsibility is at the heart of Lior’s work at CJP: listening to people from communities across Israel, investing in their future, and partnering with organizations working to strengthen, and create new possibilities for the Israeli society.

Because hope isn’t passive.

“𝑯𝒐𝒑𝒆, 𝒕𝒐 𝒎𝒆, 𝒊𝒔 𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏.”

Read Lior’s full reflection on three years since October 7 and the people and communities giving her hope for what comes next: https://hubs.ly/Q04zbN3g0

09/30/2026

As we prepare to celebrate Shemini Atzeret and begin adding prayers for rain, try this simple recycled rain stick craft with your little ones! Made from everyday materials, it's a fun way to explore the importance of rain, gratitude and caring for our world together: https://jewbos.tn/3UUfdDi

This craft can jumpstart the conversation about the importance of rain and water conservation.

09/28/2026

“Fauda” is back—and Season 5 is anything but business as usual.

In a post-October 7 world, the latest season hits harder, asking what it really means to survive, what we carry with us and what the cost of survival can be.

Dan Brosgol takes a closer look at the new season that was completely re-written after October 7, what makes it different and how “Fauda” reflects a changed reality.

The latest season of “Fauda” has dropped—and it’s as tough as you’d expect it to be in a post-Oct. 7 world.

09/25/2026

Chag Sameach! 🍋🌿

This Sukkot, we’re celebrating the joy, connection, and belonging that make Jewish Boston shine. Head to JewishBoston.com for Sukkot events across the community, ideas to decorate your sukkah, festive recipes and much more: https://jewbos.tn/4AvyhfX

09/20/2026

Wishing our community a meaningful Yom Kippur, however you choose to observe.

09/11/2026

Here’s to a new year filled with connection, joy and community. Shanah Tovah!

09/03/2026

08/31/2026

Israel will head to the polls on Oct. 27, 2026, to elect the 120 members of the 26th Knesset. Get the latest and stay in the know.

Israel will hold legislative elections on Oct. 27, 2026, to elect the 120 members of the 26th Knesset.