More than 70 million people worldwide have left home to escape conflict and persecution. This number of displaced people surpasses all previous records, including those from the aftermath of WWI. At the moment, refugees—meaning those forced to flee their country for fear of persecution, war, or violence—account for about
America is facing a record shortage of poll workers this year due to the coronavirus. Our democracy depends on ordinary people who make sure elections run smoothly and everyone's vote is counted. You can make sure we have a safe, fair, efficient election for all. Help your community and
The Justice in Policing Act of 2020 is currently heading to congressional vote! The bill suggests changes to the American system of policing such as: Banning chokeholds and no-knock warrants in drug cases Creating training programs for officers surrounding racial bias and deescalation tactics Mandating the use of body
Kabbalat Shabbat Worship Digital I Friday September 11, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Join Temple Jeremiah clergy and members for a virtual Shabbat Service. To add the event to your calendar, click here. Join via Zoom: zoom.us/j/943920491 Tefillah Digital I Saturday, September 12, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Come together in front
There is nothing better than a delicious, fresh, home-made challah! Join Cathy Cohen, with her sous chef Rabbi Cohen, as they walk you through the entire process of baking challah! Click here to watch the 35 minute video. Ingredients: 3 cups of bread flour (plus a little more) 2 tablespoons
Create a lasting Rosh Hashanah keepsake by making a family or group apple tree. On a large piece of paper oriented vertically, trace your child’s arm, hand, and fingers. Color in the arm “trunk” and finger “branches” with brown paint, markers, or crayons. Have your child, each member of the
This week's crafts are all about apples! Apple stamping is one of those classic art activities that take you right back to your childhood. It’s so simple to do, but young children just love it. FOR OUR APPLE STAMPING ACTIVITY, YOU’LL NEED: SUPPLIES: Apples, halved Red paint Leaves from the
Connect your child to his her relatives as you create a family collage. Gather pictures of different family members. Help your child tape or glue the photos onto poster board. Your child can talk to relatives to find out what they like: ice cream, golf, etc. Search through magazines to
This week's Elul craft project is making Memory Plates. These plates can be used and washed or just hung on the wall for art. Supplies Needed: Sharpie Markers Pencil Graphite Transfer Paper White Plate (must be oven safe) Rubbing Alcohol Cotton Ball Instructions: First, clean the plate with
The U.S. Postal Service is an essential part of our day to day lives. During the COVID-19 pandemic, USPS has been assisted for millions of people who rely on it to communicate, receive paychecks or unemployment insurance, get prescription medication, vote, and more. However, recently, the delivering capabilities of
