We are honored to announce that Violins of Hope is coming to our community from November 12-18 for a series of impactful programs and exhibits reinforcing the valuable lessons of the Holocaust.

The Violins of Hope are a collection of string instruments that were owned and played by Jews before and during the Holocaust; and in some cases, they were played in concentration camps, hidden, or thrown from cattle cars. They have been meticulously restored by Israeli father-and-son violin-makers. Each instrument has a unique, emotional history that tells a story of perseverance and hope.
For more information on programs coming to our community, visit Shalomct.org/violinsofhope ...

Shana Tova! Wishing you and your families a healthy, sweet and peaceful new year. ...

Join us at Temple Israel on Monday, October 14th to hear Haaretz Reporter Lee Yaron in conversation with Rabbi Michael Friedman and Rabbi Evan Schultz present the definitive account of the 10/7 massacre through he stories of it’s victims and the communities they called home.

Pre-registration is required.
No walk-ins will be admitted:
https://shalomct.salsalabs.org/107HumanStories/index.html ...

This week, we kick off our 2024 Annual Campaign, As One.

We, the Jewish people, are not just a collection of individuals but a united force fueled by the strength of our rich history, culture, and traditions. We are dedicated to uplifting and empowering communities worldwide, and firmly believe that we can achieve far more together than we ever could alone - As One.

This past year, our community has come together As One to celebrate Jewish learning, to mourn the events of October 7th, to stand in solidarity with Israel, to fight against antisemitism, to share the legacy of our Holocaust survivors, to celebrate our Jewish culture and traditions, and to nurture our youth.

Each week through the end of the year, we will highlight various aspects of the Federation`s work. We hope that you will be inspired to support the impact and mission of Jewish Federation of Greater Fairfield County with a donation to our annual campaign.

Please use the following link to make a donation to our 2024 Annual Campaign:
https://shalomct.salsalabs.org/2024AnnualCampaignASONE ...

Don’t miss this special program to keep our community safe!

Jewish Federation of Greater Fairfield County`s new Community Security Director, Pete Lavelle, is bringing his team of experts to our community on September 19th to offer a special training on situational awareness. A former FBI agent, Pete and his team will prepare us to identity potential danger and teach us how to react in case of an emergency. This training is perfect for High Holy Day ushers and greeters, but is also suitable for all members of our community.

Pre-registration is required for attendance.
https://shalomct.salsalabs.org/CommunitySecurityTraining/index.html ...

Thanks to our fabulous Dignity Grows Committee members - Jessica Siegel, Shellie Tapfar and Ilene Sumberg - we packed 100 tote bags filled with menstrual hygiene products at Temple Israel’s mitzvah day. Together, we are ending period poverty, one tote at a time. To join our effort, cover the cost of a $10 tote, host a pack or join our team click here: https://shalomct.org/dignity-grows/

Also, be sure to join us at our upcoming women`s event, Cocktails for a Cause, on May 22nd which benefits Dignity Grows! Click Here for Tickets: https://shalomct.salsalabs.org/CocktailsForACause05222024/index.html ...

Tomorrow at the Westport Library! Join us at 7PM for a talk about how Yahya Sinwar’s Leadership Changed Hamas ...

Register for Finding My Father’s Auschwitz File at shalomct.org ...

Hear from Reuven Hasan, professor of political science at Hebrew University, about the changing political landscape in Israel. Sign up at the link in bio to join us on zoom. ...

TONIGHT

 
Our presence is essential. Be there by 5:15pm. Wear your kippah, bring Israeli flags and homemade banners and encourage your friends and family to attend! We will bring hostage posters for all!!

City Council is located at 45 Lyon Terrace, Bridgeport.

The Bridgeport City Council Miscellaneous Matters Committee Meeting will be meeting in the City Council Chambers to vote on whether to bring the RESOLUTION TO RESCIND 20-23 Ceasefire Resolution to the full council March 4. ...

City Council will NOT meet tonight.
They will meet on WEDNESDAY, February 28th.
Please plan on being at Bridgeport City Council at 5:15PM

The Bridgeport City Council Miscellaneous Matters Committee Meeting will be meeting in the City Council Chambers to vote on whether to bring the RESOLUTION TO RESCIND 20-23 Ceasefire Resolution to the full council March 4. 

City Council is located at 45 Lyon Terrace, Bridgeport.
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Let us know you will be there to show how important to the community it is that this resolution be rescinded! It must pass through this committee to be taken up March 4.  

While public comment is not permitted, our presence is essential. Be there by 5:15pm. 

Wear your kippah, bring Israeli flags and homemade banners and encourage your friends and family to attend! We will bring hostage posters for all!! https://shalomct.salsalabs.org/BridgeportCityCouncilMeeting022824/index.html ...

Join us this Thursday, Feb 15th to enjoy an evening out while volunteering to sort PJ Library books to send to displaced kids in Israel! ...

The Jewish Federation of Greater Fairfield County is now offering a limited number of Summer Camp Grants, available only through our local synagogues, for kids ages 6-16 to attend summer camp. Grants are up to $1,800 each. All kids need to do is fill out the application below and give it to your Rabbi, who will submit to us. ...

Please RSVP for TONIGHT’s Community Mobilization Training session at the Federation office (4200 Park Ave., Bridgeport) at 7 PM, with Evan Bernstein, VP for Community Relations at The Jewish Federations of North America.   

RSVP https://shalomct.salsalabs.org/CommunityTraining02072024 ...

Mini & Me is growing! Join us on Thursdays at 11 AM for songs, games and to be part of the fun. ...

Community Training Session THIS Wednesday, 2/7 at 7pm.                                                                                   
We are mobilizing neighbors in our Greater Fairfield County catchment area to begin talks with our city council members, selectmen, and mayors about using the Jewish community as a resource and discovering how we can maintain peace in the community. Volunteers are needed to represent each community: Bridgeport, Easton, Fairfield, Georgetown, Monroe, Norwalk, Redding, Ridgefield, Rowayton, Southport, Stratford, Trumbull, Weston, Westport, and Wilton.

We will be having a community training session at the Federation office (4200 Park Ave., Bridgeport) on February 7 at 7 PM, with Evan Bernstein, VP for Community Relations at The Jewish Federations of North America.  RSVP: [email protected] ...