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Articles by My Jewish Learning
To Tree or Not To Tree: Navigating the December Holidays (National)
The December holiday season can and should be joyful, but it can also bring up tensions for interfaith families. Join ...
Jewish Places that start with “M”
Every Thursday of December, Jewish Majorca will virtually explore the history and current life of Jewish Communities of places that ...
Jewish Places that start with “M”
Every Thursday of December, Jewish Majorca will virtually explore the history and current life of Jewish Communities of places that ...
Jewish Places that start with “M”
Every Thursday of December, Jewish Majorca will virtually explore the history and current life of Jewish Communities of places that ...
Jewish Places that start with “M”
Every Thursday of December, Jewish Majorca will virtually explore the history and current life of Jewish Communities of places that ...
The Importance of Embracing and Affirming Our Grandchildren’s Many Identities
As grandparents, we have vital roles to play in making our grandchildren feel loved and embraced for who they are ...
Mizrahi Studies at the Intersection: Rewriting Body, Language, and Cultural Memory
Learn about the victories, work, challenges, and projects of scholars focused on research into Sephardi-Mizrahi identities.
Scholar in Residence Weekend with Dara Horn
All are invited to join Temple Israel of Boston’s 5783 Scholar in Residence Weekend featuring Dara Horn. On Friday, December ...
Planning for Peace of Mind: Your Loved One Dies, What Do You Do Now?
Losing a loved one – regardless of whether it was expected or came suddenly, is logistically difficult and takes a ...
What To Do in December – A Live Q&A for Parents Balancing Hanukkah and Christmas
Hanukkah and Christmas can be a joyful time, but let’s be honest: It can also be incredibly challenging for those ...