Jane E. Herman (she/her), a.k.a. JanetheWriter, a longtime writer and editor at the Union for Reform Judaism, is now a senior writer at JCC Association of North America and blogs at JanetheWriter Writes. She grew up at Temple Emanu-El in Edison, N.J., and currently belongs to Temple Shaaray Tefila in New York City.
5 Ways to Celebrate Israel’s Independence Day with Young Children
Jane E. Herman
Here are five activities to help young children connect with Israel -- on Yom HaAtzmaut and all year long.
7 Things to Know About Selichot
Jane E. Herman
S’lichot, penitential prayers said before the High Holidays, offer us opportunities for personal reflection and to seek forgiveness from those we wronged during the year.
8 Essays to Honor and Remember Jewish Military Members
Jane E. Herman
Memorial Day isn’t a Jewish holiday but remembering and honoring fallen military is certainly a Jewish value. Let us remember those who gave their lives in battle.
7 Ways to Celebrate Tu BiShvat – Even in the Winter
Jane E. Herman
For many of us, Tu BiShvat, the Jewish holiday that celebrates trees and the earth, falls in the middle of the coldest, snowiest part of the year. Nonetheless, here are seven ways you can celebrate the new year of the trees and planet Earth
How to Find a High Holiday Community Wherever You Are
Jane E. Herman
Whether you’re traveling – for business or pleasure – during the High Holidays, studying at a college or university far from home, or otherwise not able to attend services where you usually do, ReformJudaism.org can help you find a High Holiday community – wherever you are.
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