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Maccabeats perform Unity Concert for enthusiastic audience
Tzofim Friendship Caravan Thursday, July 17
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FBI, DHS issue warning of ‘elevated threat’ to Jewish and Israeli communities
Inspired at JFNA’s General Assembly
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Purim in Tidewater
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Ark Dedication at Aviva Saturday, May 17
Dana Cohen’s passing ends an era
Tidewater celebrates Israel and Jewish American Heritage Month
Tidewater BBYO goes to International Convention
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May is Jewish American Heritage Month
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UJFT Campaign hits $5 million and still climbing
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Date with the State Wednesday, Jan. 29
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Modern warfare: An evening with MAJ John W. Spencer, USA (Ret.) Wednesday, December 3 – Page 6
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Sukkot celebration for women
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