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Learn To Read Hebrew for Adults (Cohort 11)
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Learn To Read Hebrew for Adults (Cohort 10)
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Learn To Read Hebrew for Adults (Cohort 9)
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Music on the Lawn: Celebrate Friday
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Inside the National Strategy on Antisemitism
6/1/2023

Patriots Cheerleader Eliza Kanner Sees Worlds Collide

By Alexandra Francisco forPatriots.com
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Pride Shabbat
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Jun 19, 12:00 pm

13th Annual Boston Juneteenth Emancipation Observance
6/1/2023

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2023 Juneteenth Joy Celebration
5/31/2023

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Embrace Inaugural Juneteenth Concert
5/31/2023

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Riverway Pride Shabbat
5/31/2023

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March With Keshet in the Boston Pride Parade
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Jun 18, 7:10 pm

Juneteenth Celebration at Fenway Park
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InterDependence Day
5/31/2023

What Teens Really Think About Antisemitism

Kara Baskin
5/31/2023

Jun 21, 7:30 pm

“Inglourious Basterds” 35mm Film Screening

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Adam’s Tattoo

By Judy Bolton-FasmanFor JewishBoston

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Patriots Cheerleader Eliza Kanner Sees Worlds Collide

By day, the proud Jewish activist works for CJP. With the work of Robert Kraft’s Foundation to Combat Antisemitism, she’s seeing overlap in her two jobs.

By Alexandra FranciscoFor Patriots.com

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5/31/2023 Top Pick

What Teens Really Think About Antisemitism

Local youth leaders on how they’re facing Jew hate, supporting Israel and expressing their Jewish identity.

By Kara BaskinFor JewishBoston

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5/30/2023 Top Pick

The First National Strategy for Fighting Antisemitism Is Here

The Biden administration has released the country’s first national strategy for combating antisemitism, a landmark plan aimed at addressing a growing problem.

By Rachel TreismanFor WBUR

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5/30/2023 Top Pick

City Council Recognizes Jewish American Heritage Month

During the course of this month, we recognize and celebrate the many contributions that Jewish Americans bring to our city and country.

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Summer Camp Advice for First-Timers

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Is Israel’s Reasonableness Standard Reasonable?

The reasonableness doctrine isn’t explored enough in the debate, but Israeli citizens would do well to review the arguments on both sides.

By Michael StarrFor The Jerusalem Post

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5/27/2023 Top Pick

Five Months in With No Deal in Sight, Israel’s Judicial Protests Endure

For five months, tens of thousands of Israelis have taken to the street every week to protest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposed judicial overhaul.

By Rami AmichayFor Reuters

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5/25/2023 Top Pick

Understanding Traumatic Reactions to Antisemitism

A Jewish educator and psychotherapist outlines some common trauma responses.

By Kara BaskinFor JewishBoston

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Holiday Gift Card Drive To Help Children in Need

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Take On Governance or Advisory Roles

By Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)

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Become a Mikveh Guide

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PJ Our Way Caring Cards Project for Kids

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Tutor Kids With Greater Boston Jewish Coalition for Literacy

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Volunteer as a Visiting Mom

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Be a Friend to an Adult With Disabilities

By Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Boston

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Mentor a Child or Teen in Need

By Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Boston

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Mentor an LGBTQ+ Child or Teen

By Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Boston

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Make Birthday Cards for Holocaust Survivors

By Jewish Family & Children’s Service

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Sponsor a Shabbat Hanukkah Meal

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Make Masks for JF&CS

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Virtual Buddies Program: Combating Isolation

By New England Yachad

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CJP Coronavirus Emergency Fund: Donate Now

By Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)

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Caring During Crisis: Donate to JF&CS

By Jewish Family & Children’s Service

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Volunteer to Help Seniors in Our Community

By Hebrew SeniorLife

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Silverlining Buddy System: An Intergenerational Response

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Solomon Schechter Day School, Newton

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Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Boston

Sunday, June 4 9:30am - 2:00pm

Solomon Schechter Day School125 Wells AvenueNewton, MA 02459

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When Extremist Ideas Go Viral

Jun 6, 7:00 pm

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Tuesday, June 6 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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“My So-Called Enemy” Film Viewing and Forum

Jun 7, 6:30 pm

Hebrew College, Newton

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Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Boston

Wednesday, June 7 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Hebrew College1860 Washington StNewton, MA 02466

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Viva L’Italia! Concert

Jun 8, 7:30 pm

Temple Emanuel, Newton

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Zamir Chorale of Boston

Thursday, June 8 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Temple Emanuel385 Ward StNewton, MA 02459

Requires registration $25.00 - $54.00

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March With Keshet in the Boston Pride Parade

Jun 10, 11:00 am

Copley Square, Boston

Rainbow Color socks commemorating LGBT parade with various shoes and tennis styles

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Saturday, June 10 11:00am - 12:00pm

Copley Square560 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116

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Temple B'Nai Abraham, Beverly

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Lappin Foundation

Sunday, June 11 9:00am - 10:00am

Temple B'Nai Abraham200 E Lothrop StBeverly, MA 01915

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75 Years of Independence: Israel at a Crossroads

Jun 11, 10:00 am

Temple Israel, Boston

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New Israel Fund

Sunday, June 11 10:00am - 12:00pm

Temple Israel477 Longwood AveBoston, MA 02215

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Pride Liberation Seder

Jun 13, 6:00 pm

Temple Sinai, Brookline

$25

Sinai Brookline

Tuesday, June 13 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Temple Sinai50 Sewall AveBrookline, MA 02446

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Embrace Inaugural Juneteenth Concert

Jun 14, 10:30 am

The Embrace, Boston

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Wednesday, June 14 10:30am - 12:00pm

The Embrace139 Tremont StBoston, MA 02108

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Quick and Easy Guide to Lighting the Menorah

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“Etrog” Lemon Sandwich Cookies

By Elana BeruschFor JewishBoston

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Fig Tarte Tatin With Honey

By Chanie ApfelbaumFor JewishBoston

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Shawarma Chicken Pita Pockets With Honey-Roasted Carrots

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