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Julius Rosenwald, Education and Jewish American Philanthropy
By Michaela Wilson, Marketing Manager, The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore During Jewish American Heritage Month, I’ve been reflecting on my family history, particularly my great-grandfather’s cousin, Julius Rosenwald. Rosenwald is best known for his partnership with Booker T. Washington to help fund what became known as Rosenwald Schools, an effort that shaped access to […]
Meet Shelly Lohmann
Finding your way after loss can feel isolating, but being part of a Community for Widows and Widowers can make it feel a little less lonely. After navigating profound loss in her own family, Shelly Lohmann is creating a warm, welcoming space where people in their 60s and 70s can connect, share, and build new […]
Here’s the Scoop: Must Try Ice Cream for Shavuot
The Jewish holiday of Shavuot celebrates Moses receiving the Torah at Mt. Sinai after the Jews were freed from slavery in Egypt. Traditionally, we eat dairy to symbolize Israel, the “land flowing of milk and honey” (Exodus 3:8). One way that many Jews celebrate is by enjoying ice cream, the best dairy of them all! […]