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Elsa Guedj Delphine Horvilleur Reformed HBO Max

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“Reformed” Is the New Hot Rabbi Series To Watch

A thoughtful, fictional rabbi brings Jewish life to the screen in “Reformed.”

By Judy Bolton-Fasman

For JewishBoston

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Schools Need Guidance To Address Antisemitism

Amid rising reports of antisemitism, a state commission offers clear guidance for schools.

By The Editorial Board

For The Boston Globe

Lichter & Levin Delicatessen Northampton Chef Alex Hanley Ben Levin Emily Lichter

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Jewish Deli Dream Becomes Reality in Northampton

What began as banter between friends about opening their own deli to fill the void becomes a bricks-and-mortar reality July 9 when Lichter & Levin Delicatessen opens.

By Eric R. Danton

For The Boston Globe

Idit Klein writing about her women's leadership trip to Israel.

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She Revolutionized the World for LGBTQ Jews, and Now She’s Ready for a New Challenge

After expanding Keshet into a multimillion-dollar juggernaut, Idit Klein is stepping aside.

By Abigail Pogrebin

For The Forward

Omer Shem Tov Photo Credit: Yonit Schiller

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Boston Welcomes Omer and the Family Who Never Gave Up

After 505 days in captivity, Omer Shem Tov’s long-awaited release brought a moment of healing and hope — not just for his family, but for our entire community.

By Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)

Next year starts now: summer camp visits

event / July 21, 8:00 am

1-Week Camp Tevya Mini-Session for First-Time Campers

Hosted by Camp Tevya, a Cohen Camp

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event / July 21, 8:00 am

2-Week Camp Pembroke Mini-Session for First-Time Campers

Hosted by Camp Pembroke, a Cohen Camp for Girls

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event / July 21, 8:00 am

2-Week Camp Tel Noar Mini-Session for 1st-Time Campers

Hosted by Camp Tel Noar, a Cohen Camp

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event / July 22, 10:00 am

Camp Ramah Boston Prospective Family Day

Hosted by Camp Ramah in New England

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event / July 23, 10:00 am

URJ Eisner Camp Summer Tours

Hosted by URJ Eisner Camp

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event / July 23, 2:15 pm

URJ Crane Lake Camp Summer Tours

Hosted by URJ Crane Lake Camp

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event / July 24, 9:45 am

Tour Camp Tel Noar This Summer

Hosted by Camp Tel Noar, a Cohen Camp

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event / July 26, 11:30 am

Try a Slice of Camp Avoda

Hosted by Camp Avoda

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event / July 27, 9:30 am

Try Camp Tevya for a Day

Hosted by Camp Tevya, a Cohen Camp

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event / July 27, 10:00 am

Tour URJ 6 Points Sci-Tech Academy

Hosted by URJ 6 Points Sci-Tech Academy

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Boston-Area Grassroots Change Takes Root Through Allyship Grants

CJP’s Center for Combating Antisemitism has opened a second round of Ally Challenge grants for grassroots projects that build bridges between Jews and allies.

By Molly Kazan

For CJP’s Center for Combating Antisemitism

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From Campus to Capitol Hill: BU Student Fights Antisemitism

With advocacy tools and national allies, Eduardo Kornworcel is turning grassroots action into real change.

By Orthodox Union Advocacy Center

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The Power of Musical Kabbalat Shabbat

On certain Friday nights in Cambridge, song, spirit, and community come together to open the gates of Shabbat at Base Boston.

By Rabbi Jackson Mercer

For Base BSTN

Rose Ruderman Scholar Award Ceremony 2025 – Group picture

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Leading With Kindness: Meet the 2025 Rose Ruderman Scholars

In a season of accolades, these students are honored for what matters most: kindness, character and community.

By Kara Baskin

For Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)

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This Boston Deli Makes the Craziest Knishes Ever

In Brookline, a beloved deli infuses Cuban flair into Jewish classics.

By Matt Robinson

For The Nosher

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Breaking the Enrollment Paradox: A New Approach To Jewish Day Schools

Over the past two decades, Jewish day schools have made enormous strides in educational quality, personalized learning and holistic child support.

By Shira Goodman

For eJewish Philanthropy

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What To Know About Jewish Summer Camp This Year

A camp insider on how Jewish camps are meeting this moment.

By Kara Baskin

For JewishBoston

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From the Rubble of War to a New Beginning

By Avnet Kleiner, Oshrat Gafni-Moyal & Hilla Perlman-Pniel

For CJP’s Boston-Haifa Connection

Explore arts & culture in boston

event / July 27, 3:00 pm

Sunday Afternoon Mahjong

Hosted by Sinai Brookline

GennaRose Nethercott "Thistlefoot" Ezra Distler, Gilbert Ruff, Shoshana Bass, Maria Pugnetti

event / July 23, 8:00 pm

Jewish Fantasy & Sci-Fi Book Club: “Thistlefoot”

Hosted by Congregation Beth El of the Sudbury River Valley

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Art Spiegelman: Disaster is My Muse Zipatone Films

event / July 24, 7:00 pm

“Art Spiegelman: Disaster Is My Muse” Film Screening

Hosted by Boston Jewish Film

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event / July 26, 7:00 pm

SlapSchtick Comedy Presents: “Wet Hot American Jews”

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event / July 29, 7:30 pm

Songs for Struggle and Softness

Hosted by Congregation Beth El of the Sudbury River Valley

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event / July 31, 6:00 pm

Joanna Rakoff: When a Memoir Becomes a Movie

Hosted by Boston Jewish Film, Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture

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event / August 13, 7:00 pm

Walkabout Tel Aviv – Jaffa: Belle of the Seas

Hosted by Walnut Street Synagogue

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event / August 14, 6:00 pm

“Welcome to Yiddishland”: Dinner and a Movie

Hosted by Boston Jewish Film, Vilna Shul, Boston’s Center for Jewish Culture

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event / August 15, 4:30 pm

Shpilkis at the Boston Synagogue

Hosted by The Boston Synagogue

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