Rather than start college remotely, 23 teens decided to take a gap year with Tivnu: Bulding Justice. The teens are now one big germ pod and are free to socialize with each other as they build a better world.
Gap years in Israel, one of the few countries accepting students from abroad during the pandemic, are also seeing a boost in participation. Masa Israel Journey is the largest immersive, long-term experience for young adults ages 18-30. Its programs range from two months to a year.
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Portland celebrates its first century with a virtual party that kicks off with a dance party on Zoom and then a comedy show extraordinaire on Vimeo.
“Safe to say, this will be one of the most contentious elections in American history. People of all stripes are feeling incredibly anxious and on edge,” writes Rabbi David Kosak. Given the circumstances, Neveh Shalom’s senior rabbi says this year’s Scholar-in-Residence program,…
“I’m Jewish! I am here – Hineni!” exclaimed one of 15 people to immerse for their conversion since Rachel’s Well Community Mikvah reopened July 14 under strict COVID-19 protocols.
