July 10, 2026
The threads that weave our community together
From the July/August 2026 edition of the Jewish Long Beach Chronicle
Do not separate yourself from the community.
Pirke Avot 2:4
As we settle into the rhythm of summer, I am grateful for the simple moments that happen every day…
June 12, 2026
Camp. It’s Experiential. Relational. Deeply lasting.
As someone who had the privilege of serving as a Children, Youth, and Camp Director early in my career at the Tucson JCC, I learned firsthand the extraordinary power of camp. I saw the friendships it sparked. The confidenc…
May 29, 2026
You Belong Here.
You belong here. It is a statement of our values, and we strive to live it every day at Jewish Long Beach.
This Shabbat, I find myself holding a deep sense of belonging. A carryover from yesterday’s Women’s Philanthropy Arlene Solomon Visions campaign dinner.…
This week, as we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week in our Early Childhood Education Center, I find myself reflecting with deep gratitude on the ethic of care our teachers bring to our children and families each and every day. Their work is often described in educational terms, but what…
Wishing you a peaceful and meaningful Shabbat.
