JFSWM in the News

NEWSMONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2010:JFSWM launches Opening Doors, a new interfaith family program, as part of its innovative BOLD VISIONS Initiative to strengthen contemporary Jewish families and individuals . Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2010:JFSWM proudly announces new, innovative BOLD Vision initiatives which respond to the challenges of contemporary Jewish families and individuals. Full Story»
NEWSFRIDAY, JULY 16, 2010:JFSWM announces two new programs as part of the BOLD VISIONS Jewish Life Enrichment Initiative: Opening Doors - An Interfaith Outreach Program and Rosh Hodesh - It’s a Girl Thing! Full Story»
NEWSFRIDAY, JULY 16, 2010:JFSWM attended the Office of Refugee Resettlement’s (“ORR”) National Consultation last month in Washington DC. Full Story»
NEWSFRIDAY, JULY 16, 2010:JFSWM launches Opening Doors, a new interfaith family program, as part of its innovative BOLD VISIONS Initiative. Full Story»
NEWSFRIDAY, JUNE 25, 2010:Kathryn Roy from the Springfield Republican wrote a wonderful article about our Rosh Hodesh: It's a Girl Thing program. Full Story»
NEWSTUESDAY, MAY 4, 2010:JFS will be starting a new Rosh Hodesh: It’s A Girl Thing group in September for girls entering 7th and 8th grades. We will be hosting an informational meeting for parents and girls on Sunday, June 6, 2010, 3:00-4:30 p.m. at the Springfield Jewish Community Center. Full Story»
NEWSTUESDAY, MAY 4, 2010:Build Your Family Through Adoption, FREE Information Meetings. Full Story»
NEWSTUESDAY, MAY 4, 2010:JFS is pleased to announce that Amy Siege, MSW has joined the staff. Full Story»
NEWSTUESDAY, MAY 4, 2010:Good Hope Adoption Services in collaboration with JFS announces free adoption information meeting on Sunday, May 16, 2010. Full Story»
NEWSTUESDAY, APRIL 20, 2010:Letter to the Editor: Jewish Family Service Sets New Passover Record. Full Text»
NEWSTUESDAY, APRIL 20, 2010:The next parent support and education group will meet on Sunday, April 25, 2010. Full Story»
NEWSTUESDAY, 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. Full Story»
NEWSTHURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010:JFS announces their Passover Cooking For Parents and Teens Program, 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 11, 2010. Full Story»
NEWSWEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2009:JFS announces workshops for parents of children with special needs on Sunday, January 24, 10:15-11:30 a.m. Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2009:JFS announces an Adoptive Parent Forum on Wednesday, January 13th. Full Story»
NEWSTUESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2009:Highlights from the JFS 94th Annual Meeting. Full Story»
NEWSTUESDAY, 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. Schedule»
NEWSFRIDAY, 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. Full Story»
NEWSFRIDAY, 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. Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2009:JFS announces the 2009 Fall Jewish Life Enrichment Program schedule. Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, 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. Full Story»
NEWSFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2009:JFS recently launched a 2-pronged initiative to respond to urgent local needs as a result of our economic downturn. Full Story»
NEWSFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2009:JFS Urgent Economic Response Program offers vital programs and services to support Jewish families and individuals through the current economic downturn. Full Story»
NEWSFRIDAY, 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. Full Story»
NEWSFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2009:JFS is seeking several enthusiastic volunteers in its New American Program. Full Story»
NEWSTHURSDAY, MAY 28, 2009:JFS assisted Ali Abdi Omar, the first Somali Bantu refugee to arrive in Springfield, with his resettlement. Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, 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." Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, 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. Full Story»
NEWSTHURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2009:JFSWM announces new Bold Visions initiatives to support the Jewish community. Full Story»
NEWSWEDNESDAY, 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. Full Story»
NEWSWEDNESDAY, 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. 2009 Program Schedule»
NEWSWEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2009:The Bold Visions campaign article from The Jewish Ledger. Full Story»
NEWSTHURSDAY, JANUARY 8, 2009:JFSWM hosted a very successful multi-cultural holiday celebration for its refugee families, our community’s newest Americans. Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, 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. Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2008:JFSWM announces that Project RIDE will soon be transferred to the Springfield Jewish Community Center. Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2008:The JFS Jewish Life Enrichment Program offers new and exciting programs designed for contemporary Jewish families and individuals. Upcoming Programs»
NEWSMONDAY, 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." Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008:JFSWM unveils its exciting BOLD VISIONS initiative. Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008:Read how Nathan Weissman's tzedakah project connects his passion for sports with helping other people. Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, 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. Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008:Read Joe Dorison's (JFSWM Board member) moving account of his "transformational experience" while working with resettlements. Full Story»
NEWSMONDAY, 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. More Information»
NEWSMONDAY, 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. Full Story»
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