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How do you bring the light and pride of Chanukah to every corner of town?
With a glowing 9-foot LED menorah on wheels! Bright enough to catch attention and powerful enough to move hearts.
We drove through neighborhoods handing out doughnuts, candles, and menorahs.
People danced in the streets and music played. Many had never seen anything like it, a joyful and unapologetic celebration of being Jewish
Quiet blocks suddenly came alive One dad pulled over just to say thank you An elderly woman wiped her eyes and whispered, “I haven’t felt this proud in years ”
This is what your support makes possible Thank you for keeping our wheels turning, so we can keep bringing light to our city
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As the sun dipped below the horizon, the park came alive. People arrived to the sound of festive mu and the sweet scent of fresh doughnuts. Kids s dreidels and painted menorahs, while neighbor gathered and chatted.
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We all gazed at the flickering flames, singing together Some stood quietly, moved by the mo others flooded by a sense of connection and belonging
For some, it was their first time celebrating Chanukah. For others, it was a reminder: we’re not alone. We are Jewish, proud, and full of ligh Thank you for creating these moments.
This Purim, families came together their own hamantashen. They chos folded the dough, ready to take ho just in time for the holiday
Then the kids got creative, decorat graggers Just when they thought t over, a giant piñata dressed as Ham entrance With sticks in hand and b their faces, the children took turns until the treats came pouring out.
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For the first time ever, our neighborhood had a full-fledged up their sleeves to knead, roll, and bake their own shmurah done for generations.
Leading the experience was none other than Moses himself, dressed in character and teaching the ancient process with warmth and humor Kids not only got hands-on with the dough, but also decorated their own afikoman bags to take home
After all the flour and fun, everyone sat down to enjoy delicious pizza and time together. Thank you for bringing 3,000 years of tradition alive
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Two yeshiva boys took to the streets with a mission every Jewish home they could find With unwavering determination, they knocked on doors, connected with neighbors, and spread the spirit of Passover In just a few days, they successfully delivered 400 handmade matzahs Thanks to your generous support, we were able to make sure that no Jew was left behind this Passover
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JOYFUL HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS
Share the thrill of a community wide Menorah lighting, Shofar in the Park or Passover seder
NON JUDGEMENTAL SERVICES
Express your personal connection to G-d through song and prayer.
SHABBAT AND HOLIDAY DINNERS
Connect to each other and your heritage over a delicious home-cooked meal
UPLIFTING HOSPITAL VISITATION
Encourage patients and their families when they count on us the most
CREATING COMMUNITY AND CONNECTION
Feel a sense of belonging and connection, regardless of background or level of observance
ENGAGING YOUTH PROGRAMS
GiveyourchildasenseofJewish prideandwonderthroughour kidsclub,HebrewSchooland MommyandMe
MEANINGFUL ADULT EDUCATION
Discover the depth and breath of Jewish wisdom through our fascinating JLI courses
WOMEN'S PROGRAMMING
Women engageJewishly and sociallythrough a varietyof creative activities and events
JEWISH LIFECYCLE EVENTS
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BecauseastrongJewishfutureneedslearnedadultsand inspiredchildren.
We are launching two new educational programs!
THE NEIGHBORHOOD HEBREW SCHOOL
We’re starting something beautiful for our community The Neighborhood Hebrew School
The world is moving fast. Kids are pulled in every direction, and it’s easy for them to lose touch with who they are. That’s why we’re launching something to give our children a strong sense of Jewish identity and belonging.
Each week, children will learn to read Hebrew, discover the meaning behind Jewish customs, holidays, and experience Judaism through stories, songs, games, and hands-on activities that bring it all to life
This isn’t just another afterschool activity It’s a place where identity is built, questions are welcomed, and children grow proud of who they are
The Neighborhood Hebrew School will take place in the beautiful outdoors at the park.
We’re welcoming children from Kindergarten through 8th grade, regardless of background, affiliation, or prior knowledge.
We can’t wait to begin this journey together!
For more information call or text Leah at 909678-1075 or visit JewishUniversal com/HS We’d love to welcome you
We’re proud to introduce a new opportunity for adults to explore the depths of Jewish wisdom through a new series of thought-provoking courses from the Jewish Learning Institute
Our first course, Journey of the Soul, asks the questions we all carry but rarely explore:
What happens when we die?
What do I take with me when I die?
What happens to the soul at birth, and at death?
Is there really a “better place” after this one?
Do our loved ones continue to connect with us?
With this six-week course, we will explore Judaism’s view through text-based study, guided exercises and thoughtful class discussion.
Join us Tuesday nights beginning in November at 7:30pm.
You won’t need any prior Jewish knowledge to participate and enjoy!
Looking forward to sharing this experience with you!
For more info, call or text Rabbi Mendel at 818299-7562 or visit JewishUniversal com/Journey
