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06/28/2011 04:06:26 AM EST by Rabbi Weinberg in Diaries

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celebration of Jewish art and community - example event

05/31/2011 04:47:47 PM EST by Chanah in Diaries

Here is some info about a festival showcasing Jewish culture/art, local Jewish organizations/agencies, and synagogues through information booths and activities....

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To Life! is a unique annual event that showcases the diversity of Jewish culture through art, music, dance and food. This one-day celebration of art and community attracts around 10,000 people from a variety of backgrounds who want to honor Jewish heritage and learn about the many community resources offered by Bay Area Jewish organizations.

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&refno=9&category=Special%20Events&submenu=Special_Events

http://paloalto.patch.com/articles/to-life-festival-attracts-thousands# (incl photos)

member synagogue task force

03/14/2011 02:12:51 PM EST by markoren in Diaries

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03/14/2011 02:12:14 PM EST by Naomi in Diaries

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member synagogue task force

03/14/2011 02:08:10 PM EST by markoren in Diaries

decrease intersynagogue competition and increase synagogue-federation cooperation

Synagogue Survey

03/08/2011 06:36:55 AM EST by mlabgold in Diaries

One idea discussed at the first meeting is to conduct a basic survey of synagogues to identify successes and challenges that we may be able to address collectively.  Please review the online survey and comment on content.  This is not intended as a live survey to collect responses but a draft for your input.

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/L735KRK

Mission Statement - Feedback Requested

03/08/2011 06:20:11 AM EST by mlabgold in Diaries

The current mission of the Federation-Synagogue Relations Committee is:

The Federation-Synagogue Relations Committee works to strengthen the partnership between synagogues and the Federation in building a stronger Jewish community.  It is the forum to discuss ideas of concern, to recommend programs to address these issues and to provide better communication between synagogues and Federation.

Based on comments at the January meeting, a proposed draft is:

The Federation-Synagogue Relations Committee aspires to facilitate the creation of a strong, integrated and inspiring Jewish community in Miami wherein Federation and synagogues work in partnership to achieve synergy between individual's spiritual and civic life.  This will be achieved by:

• providing a regular forum for dialogue between Federation and synagogues
  
• assessing trends, challenges and opportunities for collaboration
  
• identifying and incubating innovative approaches to building community

Please provide feedback online.