Ishay Ribo Unity Concert – Baltimore’s Big Hit

On Sunday evening, May 21st, the Baltimore community’s achdus and generous support of six of Baltimore’s vital community organizations, Ahavas Yisroel, CHANA, Hatzalah, Shomrim, Tikvah House, and The Chesed Fund & Project Ezra, were on full display. The sold-out magical and musical performance by talented musician Ishay Ribo and his band had over 1,500 people […]
OCA’s 3rd Grade Rashi Celebration

As a celebration of starting Rashi learning throughout this year, 3rd graders dressed up as Rashi and his daughters and performed a beautiful presentation all about the life and legacy of Rashi. They shared stories, sang songs, and learned a Rashi from Toldot with their parents. May our 3rd graders continue to grow in their […]
Siyum on Sota at Mercaz Torah U’Tefillah

Mercaz Torah U’Tefillah hosted a Siyum on Maseches Sota that took place on Wednesday night, May 17th, in their Bais Medrash. A delicious seudah was served with a high level of class that has become the standard at all Mercaz siyumim! The Rav delivered Divrei Pesicha, followed by the keynote drasha from R’ Noam Shiman, […]
JCSL by “Shimz Cars” passes the mid-point of the 2023 season

With six games now completed, the 2023 season of JCSL by Shimz Cars is running smoothly. And with a number of strong teams in the middle of the pack, the Mama Leah’s/Taam Tai/Goldbergs/Chef Dan Title is still up for grabs. Any team might take home the 2023 Camp Shoresh trophy this year. Players continue to […]
Baltimore’s WITS Achieves Candidacy Status with Middle States Commission on Higher Education

BJLife Newsroom The Baltimore community is privileged to have WITS, a high-caliber seminary and college, providing women with the opportunity to earn a Bachelor’s degree within a Torah environment. This option has now become even better! Mazel Tov to the Women’s Institute of Torah Seminary & College (WITS) for achieving candidacy as a member of […]
Moshe Herzog, President, TAG Baltimore

On behalf of the TAG Baltimore Board of Directors, I am pleased to announce that Mr. Mordechai Dixler has been appointed to the role of full time Coordinator of TAG Baltimore. Mr. Dixler has been a dedicated TAG volunteer for the past seven years. Utilizing his extensive experience as an IT professional, he has been […]
Over 150 Female Lay Leaders Convene at Orthodox Union’s Women’s Initiative Leadership Summit 2023

BJLife Newsroom Inspiration, Networking, Growth and Best Practices Focal Points of Event Over 150 experienced and emerging female lay leaders from 40 cities across the U.S. and Israel recently drew inspiration, exchanged ideas and fostered connections at the Orthodox Union’s Women’s Initiative Leadership Summit at the Sheraton Eatontown Hotel in Eatontown, New Jersey. Geared for […]
Jewish Uniformed Service Association of Maryland – Chabad Hosts Israeli Police Officers for Global Law Enforcement Unity Event

BJLife Newsroom The Jewish Uniformed Service Association of Maryland – Chabad recently played host to a contingency of Israeli Police officers who came to the state as part of the Police Unity Tour and Police Week Celebrations. The annual event was aimed at fostering unity among law enforcement officers across the globe and strengthening their […]
Baltimore Chesed League – Girls Continues Their Season Strong!

One of the beautiful aspects of the Chesed League is how it brings an awareness of the multitude of organizations who are dedicated to providing for the Baltimore Jewish community, something most middle school students don’t know about! From Ahavas Yisrael to JCN, Jewish Assisted Living homes to organizations like Yachad and Menucha. We have […]
The Jewish Community Softball League (JCSL) by “Shimz Cars” returns for 5th season

JCSL by Shimz Cars kicked off their fifth annual season at the Reisterstown Regional – by Web Interactive Technologies fields. Prior to opening week, the league’s 108 players were divided between nine different teams via a draft system, ensuring parity in competition. The nine teams are each named for their individual team sponsors: AMF Creative; […]