Jewish Connection Network

Behind every connection we help create is a team that loves learning, growing and having fun together. 💙

Today’s staff retreat was filled with meaningful conversations, creativity and plenty of laughs. We explored our work styles with Marissa Lifshen Steinberger of One Eleven Leadership, LLC, enjoyed lunch from Seven Mile Market, found inspiration at the American Visionary Art Museum through the story of Holocaust survivor Esther Krinitz, created our own felt art and wrapped up the day with some very fitting staff awards

Guess who is “Head Cheerleader,” “Question Master” and “Idea Generator” 🕵️

A pretty great day with an even better team. Swipe through for some of our favorite moments!

The strongest relationships make space for meaningful conversations.

Reset & Refresh is a seven-session experience for young couples of mixed heritage to explore Jewish life, strengthen their relationship and build community with others on a similar journey.

If at least one partner identifies as Jewish, you're between 28 and 45 and don't have children, we'd love to meet you.

We're proud to offer this experience in partnership with The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore 's Young Adult Division (YAD).

Learn more: thejewishnetwork.org/reset-refresh

Tag a couple who might love this. ❤️

Some songs become more than music. They become memories.

For generations, Naomi Shemer's songs have captured the beauty, resilience and spirit of Israel. Whether you've sung "Yerushalayim Shel Zahav", "Lu Yehi" or "Al Kol Eleh", or you're simply curious to learn more, her music offers a meaningful window into Israel's history, culture and people.

Join us and the Edward A. Myerberg Center for a special Next Chapter gathering as we explore the stories behind Naomi Shemer's most beloved songs and discover why they continue to resonate across generations.

Register today: thejewishnetwork.org/exploring-the-early-days-of-israel-through-song

☀️ Looking for a fun way to celebrate Shabbat with your little ones?

Join The Network, PJ Library Baltimore, and our friends at the Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Greater Baltimore for Sunshine Shabbat. It's a wonderful opportunity for families with young children to connect, celebrate, and enjoy Shabbat together.

Everyone is welcome. You do not need to be a JCC member to attend.

🔗 Register here: https://www.jcc.org/sunshine-shabbat

We're excited to welcome Talya Knable to The Network's Board of Directors!

Talya has been an inspiring volunteer leader in Jewish Baltimore for many years. She participated in The Network's first Momentum trip to Israel and later chaired our second Momentum cohort, leading a year of learning, connection and a transformative 10-day journey to Israel.

We're grateful for Talya's leadership and excited to have her perspective helping shape The Network's evolving cohort strategy and future.

Please join us in welcoming Talya!

Sometimes the smallest changes create the biggest sense of belonging.

Before this year's Sue Glick Liebman Israel Scholar community event, one conversation helped shape a more welcoming experience for everyone. By taking the time to understand participants' needs, live captioning was added so attendees could fully engage without having to request accommodations.

Thank you to Martha Goodman for helping make inclusion part of the experience from the very beginning. 💙

We're excited to welcome Mica Fidler to The Network's Board of Directors!

Mica has been an active part of The Network through our Connectors program and is now partnering with our staff to support Reset & Refresh, our cohort experiences for young interfaith couples.

As Director of Partnerships and Volunteer Receuitment at Thread, Mica brings a deep commitment to relationship-based engagement and building meaningful connections. We're also honored that she continues her family's legacy of Jewish communal leadership here in Baltimore.

We're grateful for Mica's leadership and excited to have her perspective helping shape The Network's future.

Please join us in welcoming Mica!

Join our Next Chapter Knitting Group for a morning of creativity, conversation and community. We’ll be knitting and crocheting hats and scarves for individuals in need while spending time together in a warm and welcoming space.

💙 Monthly gatherings for adults 46+
🧵 All skill levels welcome
🧶 Extra supplies available to share

Register today: https://www.thejewishnetwork.org/knit-together-july/

It takes a village. Welcome to yours. 💛

Shalom Village is a new community for parents of babies ages 0-24 months to connect, learn and grow together.

✨ Monthly Village Sessions with expert facilitators
☕ Casual Village Meet-Ups between sessions
🤝 Meaningful friendships with other parents
🍽️ Kosher dinner included at each Village Session

Learn more: thejewishnetwork.org/shalom-village

Register for the kickoff session on August 11: thejewishnetwork.org/shalom-village-session-1