It's often said that Holocaust Survivors are our teachers—but the responsibility of carrying forth their stories belongs to all of us. Each June, communities around the world come together to [...]
Author Archives: Rachael Ovitz
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As we welcome the month of Tammuz, we enter a season of reflection – one that holds both sorrow and the promise of renewal. Jewish tradition teaches that the weeks [...]
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As June arrives and Pride Month lights up communities across the country, we take a moment not only to celebrate history, but to reaffirm something deeply important: Everyone deserves to [...]
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In celebration of Pride Month, the South Jersey community is invited to a special evening of film, conversation, and connection at the Cherry Hill Public Library. Jewish Family & Children’s [...]
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Meet Rachel Ulriksen, Soups & Sweets Caterer! How long have you been working at JFCS? I just celebrated my one year anniversary in April! Tell us about your role. My [...]
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Pictured (left to right) are: Margo Orlin, JFCS Board President; Melanie Stoopler, JFCS Associate Executive Director; Ann Miller; Cori Cherkas, JFCS President-Elect; Jill Hammel, JFCS Associate Executive Director. Jewish Family [...]
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The month of Sivan arrives after a meaningful journey – seven weeks of counting the Omer, marking each day from Passover to Shavuot. Day by day, we mark the passage [...]
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This May brings together three observances that, at first glance, might seem distinct: Older Americans Month, Mental Health Awareness Month, and Memorial Day. Yet they share a common thread–they all [...]
Susan Weiner I’m happy to be here tonight to share my experience on the difference that Jewish Federation and JFCS made in my life and in the lives of others [...]
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On April 30, Jewish Family & Children’s Service proudly held its first in-person Love Café Europa Program of 2026 at the Katz JCC—bringing together Holocaust Survivors, students, educators, and volunteers [...]