Oct 29, 2021 | Business, Community Partners, JFS of Metrowest, We are JFS!
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Oct 26, 2021 | Community Partners, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, We are JFS!
On Monday, October 25, 2021, JFS staff participated in an experiential art therapy workshop facilitated by acclaimed artist and art therapist, Sara Roizen. The workshops are part of an innovative pilot sponsored by Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP) to support the...
Oct 25, 2021 | Anti-Hate, Equity and Inclusion, Community Partners, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, Upcoming Events, We are JFS!
Antisemitic rhetoric and violence have escalated in the US and show no signs of slowing down. In response, Congregation Or Atid is bringing to our community a series of speakers and conversations to gain a greater understanding of this complicated hatred and develop...
Oct 25, 2021 | Anti-Hate, Equity and Inclusion, Community Partners, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, We are JFS!
On Monday, October 11, over 100 people, including members of the Nipmuc Nation, gathered to recognize Indigenous Peoples Day, stand up to hate, and spread love. The ceremony was supported by and a collaboration of the Greater Framingham Community Church, JFS of...
Oct 21, 2021 | Community Partners, Community Programs, Immigrant and Resettlement, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, Resettlement, We are JFS!
On October 19th, Edward Shapiro of the Shapiro Foundation presented on the topic, “My Journey in Philanthropy.” Click here to watch the virtual presentation! In 2016, Ed and and his wife, Barbara, led a successful community-wide effort–including local, regional...
Oct 19, 2021 | Community Partners, Healthy Aging, JFS of Metrowest, Older Adults, We are JFS!
Yesterday, JFS of Metrowest’s Healthy Aging Initiative and NORC Program joined the Hastings House residents for their weekly Wii Bowling match. Residents met in the Hastings House’s community room, greeting each other with smiles, snacks, and playful...
