Jewish Community Voice

09/29/2025

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey (JFSNJ) will once again honor two community members with awards at the 103rd Annual Meeting on Thursday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. at the Weinberg Jewish Community Campus.

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey (JFSNJ) will once again honor two community members with awards at the 103rd Annual Meeting on Thursday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. at the Weinberg Jewish Community Campus. This year’s recipient of the H. Richard Dollinger Community Service Award, bestowed upon ...

09/29/2025

The Foxman Torah Institute (FTI) celebrated the dedication of its highly anticipated new building in Cherry Hill on Sept. 7.

The Foxman Torah Institute (FTI) celebrated the dedication of its highly anticipated new building in Cherry Hill on Sept. 7. The chanukas habayis (dedication) was a well-attended, joyful event within the Orthodox community of South Jersey, featuring a buffet-style dinner, a special program for child...

09/28/2025

Community Day at the J brought together over 1,000 people for family fun. The day was packed with boardwalk games, face painting, inflatables, mini golf, arcade fun, STEM activities, kosher food, and so much more. The Katz JCC was honored to have the support of Cherry Hill Mayor Dave Fleisher and Mrs. Camden County, Dr. Chhavi Kaushik Relia, making the day even more special for the community.

09/26/2025

The Katz JCC in Cherry Hill is the heartbeat of our South Jersey community. In an increasingly fast-paced and sometimes stressful world, the need for connection, support, and shared values has never been more essential.

The Katz Jewish Community Center in Cherry Hill is the heartbeat of our South Jersey community. In an increasingly fast-paced and sometimes stressful world, the need for connection, support, and shared values has never been more essential. At the center of this human need is community–not just as ...

09/26/2025

The Jewish Community Relations Council of Southern New Jersey - JCRC and South Jersey Jewish community will host several programs that focus on remembrance, reflection, and resilience as we reflect on the past and present manifestations of antisemitism, while affirming Jewish pride and unity.

The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) and South Jersey Jewish community will host several programs that focus on remembrance, reflection, and resilience as we reflect on the past and present manifestations of antisemitism, while affirming Jewish pride and unity. On Monday, Sept. 29, 1,200 Is...

09/25/2025

The BBYO South Jersey Region year is officially underway, and the energy is already building!

The South Jersey Region BBYO year is officially underway, and the energy is already building! With Fall Intake now behind us and major events like the SJbaR Mitzvah Kickoff and BTI still to come, Alephs and BBGs throughout the region are ready for a year full of fun programming, leadership opportuni...

09/25/2025

“Life is busy between having a young family and a professional career. It was important to me to find meaningful activities outside of my daily routine where I felt I could make a difference,” said Rachael Fisher, a member of the Jewish Women’s Foundation of Southern New Jersey (JWF of SNJ), as she reflected on her pathway to joining the committee.

“Life is busy between having a young family and a professional career. It was important to me to find meaningful activities outside of my daily routine where I felt I could make a difference,” said Rachael Fisher, a member of the Jewish Women’s Foundation of Southern New Jersey (JWF of SNJ), a...

09/22/2025

Happy Rosh Hashanah from the Jewish Community Voice! 🍎🍯

Wishing you and yours a sweet and healthy new year.

Check out this article from Rabbi/Cantor Colman Reboi of Temple Sinai about the upcoming High Holidays: https://bit.ly/48kMq3Z

09/21/2025

Soaking up the fun and sun at the Katz JCC’s new Outdoor Pickleball Courts were (from left), Mike Weinstein, Avra Seidman, Irv Snyder, and Stephanie Gomer.

09/19/2025

Kellman Brown Academy (KBA) joyfully opened its doors to 255 students–including 35 from alumni families–for the start of a new school year. The excitement began with a fabulous meet-and-greet, where laughter echoed through the hallways and heartfelt reunions set a warm tone for the days ahead. Meanwhile, parents kicked off the first day with an iced coffee bar, taking the opportunity to connect, schmooze, and welcome new families into the KBA community. The school officially welcomed the school year at a school-wide assembly. It featured the introduction of the 8th grade graduating class alongside the school’s mascot, the Lion. The moment was made even more special, as over 20 shofar blowers sounded the shofar together! Here’s to a year filled with learning, joy, and community!

09/19/2025

Last night, the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey held their Women of Impact event with Melissa Ben-Ishay of Baked by Melissa.

Three generations of women were honored - Abby Belafsky, Tara Berman, and Mira Berman - for their dedication to the Jewish South Jersey community.

09/19/2025

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey (JFSNJ) has announced its new behavioral health services offerings and the hiring of two professionals, Colleen Patrick and Chana Crawford, to support the program.

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey (JFSNJ) has announced its new behavioral health services offerings and the hiring of two professionals, Colleen Patrick and Chana Crawford, to support the program. As the need for behavioral health support services grows in the community, particularly in....