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By Sheri Rodman, Executive Director

Our monthly Shabbat dinners at Hillel continue to be a joyful and grounding touchpoint for students—an opportunity to pause, connect, and build community over a shared meal. Whether it’s a full room on a Friday night or smaller gatherings throughout t…

Mar 25, 2026

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Spring at the JCC: Jewish Values in Action from Nature Play to the Fairway

The Weinstein JCC Preschool will welcome educators, parents, and community members for a two-day Nature Play Symposium on April 26–27, exploring the power of nature-based learning through both an educational and Jewish values lens.

At the heart of the symposium is a timeless idea deeply r…

Mar 24, 2026

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Supporting Independence Through CAPABLE

For Family Lifeline Care Coordinator, Ida Mitchell, helping older adults remain safe and independent isn’t just part of her job; it’s what drives her work. So, when she was introduced to JFS Richmond and Beth Sholom’s CAPABLE (Community Aging in Place, Advancing Better Living for Elders…

Mar 23, 2026

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FCVA to Host 5th Annual Disability Inclusion Day at CarMax Park

Friendship Circle of Virginia proudly hosts its 5th Annual Disability Inclusion Day on Sunday, May 10, at the newly constructed CarMax Park, in partnership with the Richmond Flying Squirrels.

This year is especially exciting as attendees will experience the energy of the brand-new, family-f…

Mar 23, 2026