Berkshire Jewish Voice Highlights

Highlights from the Berkshire Jewish Voice

Jewish Books: Dr. Steve Recommends…

Welcome to the inaugural edition of “Dr. Steve recommends.” Each month, Dr. Rubin will list three (or four) books dealing with issues of interest to the Jewish community.

Light and Hope for the Future

Federation's Executive Director Dara Kaufman shares some thoughts on Federation's successful 2024, and previews the initiatives lined up in 2025 to extend comfort and care, stand united against hate, foster resilience, and nurture joyful Jewish connections across the Berkshires, in Israel,…

Rabbi Reflection: “These and These” – No Single Truth

"As our Jewish tradition views it, debate can be a valuable commodity when it serves to inform, shed light and bring us closer to understanding one another," writes Rabbi Eric S. Gurvis. "Alas, much of the discourse in our nation today is filled with vitriol and venom." In this Reflection…

Baladi Brings a True Taste of Israel to the Berkshires

Baladi at the Apple Tree Inn in Lenox brings a true taste of Israel to the Berkshires every weekend. It's already a hit - find out more about how Chef Hagai Avrahami and hostess Adi Talby made it to our region and their plans for the future.

Federation’s New Community Security Program - Introducing Andrew Hoffman

The Secure Community Network (SCN) and Jewish Federation of the Berkshires are pleased to announce the launch of a new community security program led by Deputy Regional Security Advisor Andrew Hoffman. On Monday, February 10 at 7 p.m., the Berkshire Jewish community will be able to meet…