BCL By Columbia Group Continues Its Season Into Week 5!
Week 5 of the Baltimore Chesed League was all about strength—not just physical strength, but the inner strength to step up and help others. Volunteers put their muscles to work, hauling heavy boxes of Pesach packages, organizing books, and moving loads of shaimos for proper burial. But just as important was the strength of heart […]
Chaverim Of Baltimore Members Complete CERT Training, Strengthening Community Emergency Response
By: BJLife Newsroom A group of 13 dedicated Chaverim of Baltimore volunteers recently completed a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training course, equipping them with critical skills to assist in times of crisis. The training, conducted in partnership with the Baltimore City Fire Department and other emergency agencies, was facilitated through Councilman Yitzy Schleifer. While […]
Jewish Educational Services Nurtures Mental Wellness In The Community
Photo credit: David Stuck. Jewish Educational Services, a program of The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore, recently hosted two significant events focused on supporting the mental wellness of children. These gatherings highlighted JES’ dedication to fostering resilience, emotional well-being, and the ability to navigate challenges in today’s world. The first event, the Family First lecture, […]
A Day Of Inspiration And Growth For Early Childhood Educators
Photo: JES Staff Nearly 300 early childhood educators from eleven different programs and schools came together for an unforgettable day of learning, connection, and inspiration at Chizuk Amuno. Planned and hosted by Jewish Educational Services, a program of The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore, the conference, themed “Touching Hearts, Teaching Minds,” was designed to nurture […]
13 Seconds with Andrew Cushnir, President & CEO of The Associated
BJH: You’re new to Baltimore, and our audience is eager to learn more about you. Can you share a bit about your background? Andrew Cushnir: I moved to Baltimore a year ago, the day after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. Before coming here, I spent my entire life in Los Angeles. My professional journey […]
BCL By Columbia Group Continues Its Season Into Week 4!
The boys of BCL had an incredible time at SkyZone celebrating their achievement of 3 consecutive chesed week wins! With endless pizza and non-stop jumping, it was definitely a night to remember. Week 4 of the Baltimore Chesed League was filled with impactful acts of kindness as teams visited assisted living facilities, bringing joy to […]
Kehilas Derech Chaim Matzah Baking 5785
BJLife Newsroom The annual Derech Chaim (HaRav Pinchas Gross) matzah baking trip occurred in Lakewood, with 20 men and 15 young men participating in baking matzos for several hours. The participants had the zechus of hearing a shmuz from HaRav Nachum Binder, Rav of Khal Hampshire Heights, Lakewood, NJ.
TI Robotics Competition
Torah Institute hosted the annual Center for Initiatives in Jewish Education (CIJE) interschool robotics competition for middle school students. Talmidim from boys’ schools across Baltimore, Silver Spring, and even as far as Cherry Hill and Passaic came together to compete in a series of challenges that showcased the skills they had developed in building and […]
YMC Mega Mishmar, First-Ever Fundraising Campaign And Ski Trip
BJLife Newsroom What an incredible month for the talmidim, rebbeim, and parents of Yeshivas Mekor Chaim (YMC)! Earlier this month, YMC participated in its first-ever Crowdsource fundraising campaign. With a goal of $120,000, the boys created individual and grade-level teams to help their school raise funds in its first-ever, exhilarating campaign. The level of commitment […]
613 Seconds with Dr. Elie Miller
Baltimore Jewish Home (BJH): Can you tell us about your background and roots in Baltimore? Dr. Elie Miller: I grew up in Boston, but my family has deep roots here in Baltimore. My mother’s family is from Baltimore, and though I wasn’t born here, I have been fortunate enough to settle right in. It’s a […]