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Hanukkah Craft: Make Your Own Oil Lanterns
Lighting an oil lantern is a wonderful way to illuminate your retelling of the story of Hanukkah. As you create a symbolic reminder of the cruse of oil that was found in the ancient temple, you are also creating a new family tradition.
Embracing Racial Diversity in Our Synagogues: Who Are Jews of Color (JOC)
Jews of Color is a pan-ethnic term that is used to identify Jews whose family origins are originally in African, Asian or Latin-American countries. Jews of Color may identify as Black, Latino/a, Asian-American or of mixed heritage such as biracial or multi-racial.
Resources for Embracing Racial Diversity in Our Jewish Communities
Learn more about how to embrace racial diversity in our communities.
Representation Matters: Book Suggestions for a Multicultural Library
As you build a library for young people in your family or synagogue, prioritize books that include diversity, multiculturalism, antiracism, and prejudice reduction. This list of books is a great place to start.
2016 Travel Justly Grant Winners
Congregations across the country have used their Travel Justly grants in a variety of different ways. These are the 2016 Grant Winners!
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Baking Challah is How I "Do Jewish" in a Tangible Way
Challah is one of the ways I “do” Judaism in a tangible way, my attempt at hidur mitzvah (beautifying the fulfillment of the commandment). Personalizing mitzvot is a way all of us can approach and enrich our connections to Judaism.
18 Tasty Thanksgiving Recipes... with a Jewish Twist
Strictly speaking, Thanksgiving isn’t a Jewish holiday, but we know many Jews take this time to give thanks, affirm the many contributions Indigenous People have made, take the time to learn about the land we are on, pursue justice, and connect with those we love most.
A Jewish Lesson in How to Practice Gratitude All Year Long
Before we can adequately practice gratitude, we have to first tap into our own sense of humility. We have to learn to make ourselves smaller so we can get a clear look at our blessings.
10 Tips for Hosting an Accessible Hanukkah Party
During Hanukkah, it's easy to hold a party where all guests – disabled and not – feel welcomed, respected and have fun. All it takes is some planning. Here are some tips to ensure you are being inclusive, thoughtful and welcoming to all.