Project Kesher: Jewish Women in the Ukraine Photo Exhibit September 16 • 7:00 p.m.
Leon and Toby Cooperman JCC, West Orange
Stand for Freedom in Iran Rally September 24 • noon
Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, New York City
Major Gifts Event in support of the 2010 UJA MetroWest Campaign September 24 • 6:00 p.m.
Crystal Plaza, Livingston
YLD 2nd Annual "We Bring the Bar, You Bring the Mitzvah" September 30 • 7:30 p.m.
TEANACIOUS, Livingston
a blog by UJC's Executive VP, Max Kleinman Freedom of Speech is a Two-Way Street Teddy Roosevelt has a reputation for being a military adventurer. But he was also a peacemaker, winning the 1906 Nobel Peace Prize for mediating the cessation of the Russo-Japanese War. His memorable adage, "Speak softly and carry a big stick," resonates today as we confront the reality of an imminent, nuclear-armed Iran. >>MORE>>
A Message from Our President
by Gary Aidekman, President, UJC MetroWest Get on the Bus – Stand Up and Be Counted We are issuing a call to action to the MetroWest community. Iran is on the brink of developing nuclear weapons. Its people continue to protest against corrupt elections. We have a challenge. This fall is the “window of opportunity” for the community to organize and exert pressure wherever and however we can to help prevent a weaponized nuclear Iran. >>MORE>>
from the New Jersey Jewish News
Iran panel says elections point to critical changes Despite their urgent concern about a nuclear-armed Iran, panelists at a meeting at Drew University on Sept. 9 opened a window of optimism. >>MORE>>
On the Ground in Israel
by Amir Shacham, UJC MetroWest Director of Israel Operations The Salt of the Earth I will never forget that afternoon, almost seven years ago, when the entire country watched with pride and happiness the live broadcast of the Columbia space shuttle launch with Ilan Ramon aboard. I will never forget the moment when the connection with Columbia was lost and we all watched with horror the ball of fire coming out of space, crashing to the earth. >>MORE>>
Who is your Jewish Community Hero? Does someone you know inspire you? With your help, we could be honoring your favorite Hero at this fall's General Assembly in Washington, DC. Learn more.
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