Dear Friend: This week saw several more very public acts of antisemitism in our state. What was once a rare occurrence has become far too routine. In the last month, we have had at least one antisemitic incident reported each week. Enough is enough. At the Alliance, we work to address the immediate impact of […]
I hope you’ve had a great week! On November 20th, the Jewish Alliance welcomes ABC News journalist and co-host of Nightline, Juju Chang, who will join the Alliance for our annual community campaign thank you event. Ms. Chang will speak about her personal journey to Judaism and will discuss the rise of antisemitism and the rise of […]
Normally my Shabbat messages come every other week. But from time to time a topic is too important to wait for the next message. Over the last few weeks, we have seen an unacceptable rise in antisemitic statements from public figures, including Kanye West. These remarks are not only hurtful, they are dangerous. When anyone […]
In this week’s message I talk about how Simchat Torah is different than other Jewish holidays and the joy that comes along with it. I also invite you to join us for our Annual Community Campaign Thank You Event featuring Juju Chang, Emmy-award winning co-anchor of ABC News’ Nightline. Click here to read the transcribed […]
Dear Friend: In this week’s message I talk about some of the ways we are celebrating Israel’s 75 years of independence. If you have been thinking about travelling to Israel, the Alliance is working to make it as easy as possible. We’re proud to partner with the Jewish communities in New Haven and Hartford to offer […]
Dear Friend: In this week’s message I talk about the High Holidays and how I take stock in the previous year before looking ahead to the next one–both personally and on behalf of the Alliance. Click here to read the transcribed version of the Shabbat message. As you are taking stock over the next week […]
Sunday, September 25 (Erev Rosh Hashanah) Fitness Center & Pool: 7:00am – 2:00pm Monday, September 26 (First day of Rosh Hashanah) The building will be closed. This includes J-Fitness and Aquatics, virtual classes, the Early Childhood Center, and Alliance offices. Tuesday, September 27 (Second day of Rosh Hashanah) The building will be closed. This includes J-Fitness and […]
Dear Friend: In this week’s message I talk about the cost it takes to support a strong, vibrant Jewish community here in greater Rhode Island, and the new fundraising goal we’ve set for ourselves to meet the needs of the community. Click here to read the transcribed version of the Shabbat message. To support the […]
LABOR DAY Monday, September 5 Fitness & Aquatics: 7:00am – noon The remainder of the building will be closed. Virtual Group Ex Schedule for September 5: 6:30am Virtual Bootcamp with Jess 9:00am Hybrid Mat Pilates with Kim 9:00am Deep H2O Workout with Allie 11:00am Hybrid Zumba with Nancy No other virtual classes will be held […]
Dear Friend: In this week’s message I talk about my upcoming President’s Report, which details how much you all invested in our strong vibrant community last year, and the ways those funds have helped our community here in Rhode Island, and across the world. Click here to read the transcribed version of the Shabbat message. […]
