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Honoring Holocaust Survivors

The words and wisdom of Holocaust survivors have enriched our communities and humanity at large, and they continue to inspire us with their teachings. We honor their legacies and empower survivors who now need support: holocaustsurvivorcare.org/

Anniversary of Operation Magic Carpet

This month, we remember Operation Magic Carpet, which took place 74 years ago and brought 49K Jews from Yemen to Israel to fulfill the promise of a homeland. https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/operation-magic-carpet-airlift-of-yemenite-jews

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…

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…

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…