Section archive - Informal Education

Canfei Nesharim is accepting applications from synagogues to join their 2009-10 Synagogues Pilot, the second phase of the Synagogue Pilot, to run Torah-based environmental programs in their communities. The participating synagogues will carry out a full year-long series of programs on the environment related to themes in the Jewish year, designed by Canfei Nesharim and implemented in seven synagogues around the US during this year's first phase of the pilot.

This issue of 614 HBI eZINE examines the Bat Mitzva ceremony. Is it an important rite of passage into a Jewish life or a staged, pressured or even forced and uncomfortable event? The editors asked: What would it take to create a ceremony with meaningful rituals that left girls feeling truly connected to Judaism? This issue presents some of the solutions, opinions, and stories rounded up to spark the conversation.

On March 27-29, 2009 the Jewish National Fund will mark the second annual JNF GoNeutral Shabbat. Synagogues, schools and communities across the USA will be celebrating Shabbat in an eco-friendly way, learning about the connection between Judaism, Israel and the environment. Schools, synagogues and communities who register for the event will receive a JNF GoNeutral Kit with resources to help them plan and experience the event.

The first 2,500 Maryland teens who sign up at JVibe, the national Jewish teen magazine, will receive a free three year subscription to the bi-monthly publication. They will join Jewish teens from around the USA who receive the magazine for free thanks to the efforts of generous donors.