Federation in the news: Western Mass New 12/08/23
Security increases for Jewish community as holidays approach SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) – As Hanukkah gets underway, the Jewish community is stepping up patrols at synagogues, …
11/26/21: Shabbat Shalom From Interim Executive Director Nora Gorenstein
Dear Friend, This Hanukkah, may the joy and light of the season bring blessings to you and your family! Personally, I feel blessed to be …
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Nora’s Notes: If Not Now, When?
This month, now in Year 2 of my time as the development officer of the Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts, I’ve been reflecting on the …
Nora’s Notes: Jigsaw Puzzle
Yom Kippur has always been one of my favorite days of the year: it may sound strange, but even with its serious content (and fasting) …