Allan’s Story
“By taking programs like Jewbilee online, we break down barriers in the Jewish world.”
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Responding to California’s Ethnic Studies Curriculum
News from the Jewish Community Relations Council The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of Jewish Silicon Valley is part of a coalition of 11 Jewish organizations across the state that
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Debra’s Story
Debra, a single mom, was struggling to reconnect with the Jewish community after having her daughter, Alisa.* Like many new mothers, Debra suffered from postpartum depression following her daughter’s birth
Yom HaShoah: Holocaust Remembrance Day 2021
Jewish communities around the world commemorate Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, on the evening of April 7th and on April 8th this year. At Jewish Silicon Valley, we are marking
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Yonit’s Story
“I knew immediately this was the place where my children would organically develop into who they are, make friends, express themselves, explore new ideas, and be surrounded by warmth and tender care.”
Sarah’s Story
Sarah often goes hungry… It’s unconscionable to think that anyone has to live this way. But even more heartbreakingly, Sarah is a Holocaust survivor. She has lived without food, medical care, and a safe place to live in the past.
Debra’s Story
“Whenever we were about to leave the house, my anxiety would kick in. I kind of became a prisoner in my own home.”
How to Celebrate Israel All Year Long
By Maya Tripp, Jewish Life & Culture Manager How to celebrate Israel all year long, and also on its independence day? Israel will be 73 on April 15, and Jewish Silicon
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The Good Things That Happened
By Maya Tripp, Jewish Life & Culture Manager, March 2021 As much as it feels wrong to celebrate anything related to COVID-19, there are many good things that happened in
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Pivoting with PJ Library
By Rabbi Laurie Matzkin, Family Educator, March 2021 It’s amazing to look back on email communications from one year ago! Last winter, PJ Library had a strong launch for our new Storytime
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