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Jewish Rituals: Unveiling the Mystery Behind Tradition

Have you ever found yourself pondering the meaning behind some Jewish rituals and customs? You’re not alone. I recently asked my friends (aka, I posted on Facebook) for a list of intriguing or perplexing Jewish practices. The responses varied from “I understand and cherish this […]

Grief Doesn’t Take A Holiday

The expression “grief work” conveys how difficult this is to do. It is even harder to determine how to embrace your loss and grief when the holidays are upon us. How do you cope with the empty place at the table?  It is possible, with some thought […]

Financial Wizard Leon Cooperman to speak at Fourth Annual Charles Baum Investment Symposium

Prior to his creation of Omega Advisors, Leon served as General Partner of Goldman, Sachs & Co. and as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Goldman Sachs Asset Management. During his 25-year tenure, Leon was voted the number one portfolio strategist for nine consecutive years […]

The Associated Announces Leadership Award Winners

Pammy Franklin and Jordan M. Halle: Fred Walpert Young Leadership Award  The Fred Walpert Award honors one man and one woman between the ages of 23-40 who are growing young leaders within The Associated community.    Pammy currently serves on the Young Adult Division (YAD) Board […]

Dear Mom and Dad …

Take a walk down memory lane! Relive those summers when the highlight revolved around the mailbox –shouting at the top of your lungs – “I got a letter!” Whether you were a parent waiting to hear news about your little camper’s sleepover experiences or a […]

2023 Summer Reads with The Associated

Baltimoreans weigh in on their summer book ideas! Summer is here – and with it comes lazy days relaxing by the pool, sunning at the beach, entertaining friends for drinks and a barbecue and strolling through a Farmer’s Market, then later savoring its fresh farm […]

Laura Black: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy

On July 18, Laura will be joining Associated Women, in partnership with the Federation of Jewish Women’s Organizations of Maryland and other like-minded women from our community, to explore how we can add meaning to our lives at times of transition within our careers, our […]

Returning to Europe and Searching for My Family’s Roots

Twenty-two years ago, in the summer of 2001, Temple Oheb Shalom, created “A Journey of the Spirit” tour of Europe following the passage of the Jewish people in several central European countries. The trip began in Czechoslovakia, now called the Czech Republic. It kindled a […]

Coming Home: Steve Manekin’s Milestone Mission Experience

Steve Manekin reflects on his first ever visit to Israel, a trip he took as part of The Associated’s Milestone Mission.

My Life-Changing Milestone Mission Trip to Israel

Discover the transformative experience of traveling to Israel with the Associated’s Milestone Mission trip! Lauren Rutkovitz shares details about her soul-enriching journey from exploring the spiritual city of Jerusalem and Tzfat to forming meaningful connections to fellow travelers. Read on as Lauren details her favorite moments, […]