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When I learned from Ali Duhan, Director of The Associated’s Young Adult Division (YAD) and my friend from Camp Louise, that YAD was recruiting a group of Baltimore young adults to go to Camp Nai this year over Labor Day weekend, I was so excited for the […]

Welcome to our new series, Around the Table with Beth Goldsmith. A series focused on talking with young adults in Jewish Baltimore. In our first episode, Beth H. Goldsmith sits down with Chavi Abramson, Jordan Halle and Matthew Rothstein to talk about what is important […]

Expand Your Horizons: Looking back, I wish I had known the importance of being globally aware. In today’s world, the opportunities to connect with the global community are endless thanks to technology. Take advantage of this. Cultivate your knowledge about various topics, cultures and perspectives. […]

Rosh Hashanah revolves around cherishing moments with friends, family and loved ones. It embodies the warm embrace of a sweet new year and the creation of lasting memories. Recently, Loryn Lesser, Chair of Life & Legacy PLUS, invited us to her lovely home to share […]

As Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, approaches, there’s no better way to embrace the spirit of renewal and reflection than through the pages of a good book. We encourage you to check out this curated selection of reads for all ages, recommended by Jessica […]

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 […]

Summer is ending but Mensches in Cars Getting Coffee is back! Yanky is back on the road, meeting young leaders in Baltimore who make a big impact in our community. Our latest Mensch is Sarah R. David, co-recipient of the Harry Greenstein Award. She joins […]

“It’s in my D.N.A,” he says.   Recently we caught up with this fourth-generation Baltimorean to chat about his family’s legacy, discover his aspirations for this campaign year, and, of course, get to know a bit about what makes him tick.   Four Generations. Wow!  My great […]

Ten years ago, Donni and Liz established a donor advised fund (DAF) with The Associated. At the time, they took advantage of the opportunity extended to young donors to establish a DAF and contribute to it over a 5-year period to meet the minimum $10,000 […]

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 […]