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Mar 11, 2021

Chanukah "Share the Light" Celebration at Tattnall Square Park

For nearly a year the ongoing COVID pandemic has indefinitely suspended services, Sunday and Hebrew schools, and community celebrations as most of us are connected only virtually through Zoom. Pandemic-safe outdoor gatherings generally require more space than many congregations have for soci…

Mar 11, 2021

Leadership Spotlight - Ann Dodson

Welcome to “Leadership Spotlight”, where Jewish Federation of Macon and Middle Georgia recognizes the achievements and talents of our outstanding community members.

“Spotlight” currently focuses on the service of our many women Presidents who have successfully managed and led the co…

Nov 30, 2020

Leadership Spotlight - Harriette Carter

Welcome to “Leadership Spotlight”, where Jewish Federation of Macon and Middle Georgia recognizes the achievements and talents of our outstanding community members.

 

“Spotlight” currently focuses on the service of our many women Presidents who’ve successfully managed and led th…

Feb 7, 2020

Leadership Spotlight: Theresa Rosengart

Welcome to “Leadership Spotlight”, where Jewish Federation of Macon and Middle Georgia recognizes the achievements and talents of our outstanding community members.

 

“Spotlight” currently focuses on the service of our many women Presidents who’ve successfully managed and led th…

Sep 13, 2019

Friday the 13th: The Jewish Origin of 'Knock on Wood'

Thinking about Friday the 13th? Let’s talk about Jewish superstitions. Many Jews knock on wood to ensure a positive outcome – and for good reason! During the Spanish Inquisition, secret codes were devised to allow Jews entry to synagogues (which happened to be made of wood), thus saving …