JFSWM in the News
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TUESDAY, MARCH 2, 2010:
JFS announces the parent support and education group meets monthly on Sunday mornings, 10:15-11:30 a.m. at the Jewish Community of Amherst (JCA), 742 Main Street, Amherst.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010:
JFS announces their Passover Cooking For Parents and Teens Program, 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 11, 2010.
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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2009:
JFS announces workshops for parents of children with special needs on Sunday, January 24, 10:15-11:30 a.m.
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MONDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2009:
JFS announces an Adoptive Parent Forum on Wednesday, January 13th.
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2009:
Highlights from the JFS 94th Annual Meeting.
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2009:
Babies, toddlers up to age three and their caregivers explore rhythm, melody and movement in Jewish Family Jam, a free program open to the public.
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NEWS
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2009:
JFS is pleased to offer “Jewish Holiday Cooking: Celebrate Chanukah with Delicious Food,” on Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
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NEWS
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2009:
A new parent support and education group begins on Sunday, December 13, 2009 (with a Hannukah theme), 10:15-11:30 a.m. at the Jewish Community of Amherst (JCA), 742 Main Street, Amherst.
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NEWS
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2009:
JFS announces the 2009 Fall Jewish Life Enrichment Program schedule.
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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2009:
A free kick off event for a new caregivers support group, Sunday, October 18, 2009, 10:30-11:45 a.m. at the Springfield Jewish Community Center.
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2009:
JFS recently launched a 2-pronged initiative to respond to urgent local needs as a result of our economic downturn.
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NEWS
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2009:
JFS Urgent Economic Response Program offers vital programs and services to support Jewish families and individuals through the current economic downturn.
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NEWS
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2009:
The BOLD VISIONS Urgent Economic Response Initiative offers a wealth of information and referrals in addition to workshops, training, counseling, and financial assistance.
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NEWS
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2009:
JFS is seeking several enthusiastic volunteers in its New American Program.
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THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2009:
JFS assisted Ali Abdi Omar, the first Somali Bantu refugee to arrive in Springfield, with his resettlement.
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MONDAY, MAY 25, 2009:
JFS is offering a new three-part workshop for Jewish adults affected by the current economic downturn called "Finding Opportunity in a Difficult Economy."
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MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2009:
The JFS Matzoh Fund provides Passover food to the homebound, Jewish residents of non-Jewish nursing homes and to those who are less fortunate.
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NEWS
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2009:
JFSWM announces new
Bold Visions initiatives to support the Jewish community.
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2009:
Pioneer Valley Jewish Film (and Arts) Festival presents films that explore the diverse culture of Israel and Judaism. A treat for the whole family.
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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2009:
Have you ever wanted to know more about growing your family through adoption? AdoptionLink offers a program to help you understand our domestic and international adoption services.
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NEWS
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2009:
The Bold Visions campaign article from The Jewish Ledger.
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THURSDAY, JANUARY 8, 2009:
JFSWM hosted a very successful multi-cultural holiday celebration for its refugee families, our community’s newest Americans.
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MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2008:
Anna Clark (Co-owner of Strada Shoe Store) personally delivered 100 boxes of brand new Naot shoes to the Jewish Family Service's office in Springfield. Her generosity is deeply appreciated.
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MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2008:
JFSWM announces that Project RIDE will soon be transferred to the Springfield Jewish Community Center.
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2008:
The JFS Jewish Life Enrichment Program offers new and exciting programs designed for contemporary Jewish families and individuals.
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2008:
The Community Aging Resource and Education Program (CARE, a program to support older adults aging in place with dignity) gives a public "thank you."
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008:
JFSWM unveils its exciting BOLD VISIONS initiative.
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008:
Read how Nathan Weissman's tzedakah project connects his passion for sports with helping other people.
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008:
The New American Program of JFSWM was featured during a national conference on refugee resettlement held by HIAS, the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society.
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008:
Read Joe Dorison's (JFSWM Board member) moving account of his "transformational experience" while working with resettlements.
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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2008:
"Stretched Too Thin: Keeping Family Balance When Life is TOO MUCH and TOO FAST" is a class offered by JFSWM as part of our Jewish Life Enrichment Program.
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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2008:
Adoption 101! is a free class offered by AdoptionLink and will offer everything you need to know about domestic and international adoption services.
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