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Meet Julie Levi
Julie Levi shares insights into her family life in Lutherville, where she, her husband Eric, and son Benjamin. As a board member of The Jewish Connection Network, Julie is dedicated to fostering inclusivity for interfaith families in the Baltimore Jewish community. Can you share a little about your family. I live in Lutherville with […]
8 Things to Do This Fall With Your Family
By Rachel Pototsky & Abbi Sacks Two of our staff members, Rachel Pototsky and Abbi Sacks, love finding fun things to do in our area. Especially things that are family friendly! With the weather getting a bit chillier, it can be harder to find exciting things to do together. Check out this list of both […]
Alexis’s Path From Newsrooms to Classrooms
Alexis Gorenstein, current member of The Associated’s Young Leadership Council and serving as an Observer on our Board of Directors, is a passionate communicator with a unique background in journalism, documentary filmmaking, and special education. She is committed to creating inclusive, engaging spaces in the Jewish community and giving back. Get to know Alexis as […]
Meet Nomi Adams
Nomi Adams is The Network’s Pearlstone Partner Connector and Baltimore Hebrew Congregation’s Teen & Family Engagement Specialist. Originally from Philadelphia and now living in Maryland, Nomi combines her passion for family engagement, experiential learning and even crochet! Tell us about yourself and your background. My parents are from New York, but I was born […]
Meet Corinne Janet
Meet Corinne, a young widow who turned her personal journey of loss into a mission to help others. After losing her husband Adam to cancer at just 30 years old and while raising their 9-month-old daughter, Corinne discovered the power of community among other young widow(er)s. This experience inspired her to create the “Way Too […]
Meet Julie Tonti
Julie Tonti, Director of Community Partnerships in Education at Jewish Educational Services, shares insights on the key trends and issues local congregational schools will be focusing on this year. She offers valuable advice for both new and returning families on making the most of the school experience and provides guidance for those considering enrollment. Discover […]
Staff Rosh Hashanah Traditions
Looking to incorporate a new practice or two into your Rosh Hashanah holiday? During a staff meeting, our team shared our families’ traditions for Rosh Hashanah, which celebrates the new year and kicks off the High Holiday season! Meal Must-Haves: Erica Bloom, Kate Kirby, and Abigail Malischostak all serve apple cake. Erica and Abigail […]
You Can Survive Homework Time: Strategies for Making Homework Enjoyable for You and Your Children
Written by Shana Alter As a Special Education teacher and the owner of Alter Tutoring, I’m often asked how to make homework time more enjoyable for children and their families. As a parent, I completely understand the frustration that homework can bring. I know that having a successful homework routine is crucial for academic success […]
Meet Marci Elkin
Marci is one of the Jewish Connection Network’s newest Community Connectors, but she has been an active part of the Jewish Community her whole life. With a background in teaching preschool, she loves caring for her grandchildren and bringing Judaism into their lives. Marci and her husband have four daughters who have non-Jewish spouses and […]
The Timeless Impact of Grandparents in Our Lives
By: Rachel Pototsky & Evan Reisberg Grandparents hold such a special place in our hearts. They’re the ones who pass down love, wisdom and the traditions that make us who we are today. With Grandparents Day being on Sunday, September 8, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the incredible impact they’ve had on our […]