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Israeli agriculture in the spotlight at Israeli Culture Series program

Israeli farming is resilient and known throughout the world for innovation in use of resources. On Feb. 12, Nevo Atia, a director of BNOP Agriculture, will present a program “Revolutionizing Agriculture; Israel’s Journey of Innovation and Resilience.” Part of the year-long Israeli Culture Series, the program will take place at 7 p.m. at the Dwares Jewish Community Center in Providence. more

JEWISH RHODE ISLAND STAFF | 1/22/25

International Holocaust Remembrance Day program features 'Monument'

On Jan. 26, the Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center will host a screening of "Monument," a documentary about filmmaker Michael Turner’s visit to the Hungarian Holocaust memorial that … more

1/22/25

Jordan Markus as Michael Jackson. The national tour of “MJ: The Musical” is playing at Providence Performing Arts Center through Jan. 26.

Touring ‘MJ: the Musical’ at PPAC is a smooth criminal

PROVIDENCE – In 2017, The New York Times published a series of allegations against film producer Harvey Weinstein from women who claimed that he sexually harassed them. The viral … more

BOB ABELMAN | 1/22/25

Establish your community legacy with a bequest

The Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island (Alliance) and its endowment, the Jewish Federation Foundation of Greater Rhode Island (JFF), greatly benefit from all planned gifts – contributions … more

1/13/25

Faith leaders call on R.I. legislators to remember the needy

PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Interfaith Coalition to Reduce Poverty's Annual Fighting Poverty with Faith Vigil occurred this year on Jan. 7 and served as a powerful reminder of the collective … more

EMMA NEWBERY | 1/13/25

J-Fitness: a wellness partner for the new year

On the ground floor of the Dwares Jewish Community Center (JCC) in Providence is J-Fitness, a full-service fitness center, basketball/pickleball gymnasium, and indoor heated swimming pool. Powered by … more

1/13/25

RICI names new executive director, continues outreach

In December , the Rhode Island Coalition for Israel (RICI) launched a successful pilot of a training program in Spanish for the Latino Christian community in order to provide education on Israel from … more

1/13/25

Jan. 12 is Camp Day at Temple Beth-El

You’re invited to Camp Day at Temple Beth-El (70 Orchard Avenue, Providence), Sunday Jan. 12, from 11:15am - 1:15pm. Temple Beth-El and its Rabbi Leslie Yale Gutterman Religious School will … more

1/13/25

LifeLink’s Rhode Island staff (left to right) Jennifer Delbonis, manager, Joanne Faiola and Brion Lopes, associates and installers.

Enhancing senior safety and well-being

As we age , prioritizing both mental health and physical safety becomes increasingly important. Seniors often face challenges with an increased risk of falls, which can lead to both physical injuries … more

JESSICA HOARD | 1/13/25

Leetal Young takes a selfie in front of the URI Friendsgiving crowd.

Alliance partners with URI Hillel for Jewish connection

Hillel at the University of Rhode Island plays a vital role in Jewish life on the college campus. “Hillel enriches the lives of Jewish students so that they may enrich the … more

BRAD SWARTZ | 1/13/25