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Chana Friedman and Jake Lieberman | The Associated’s Zelda Miller Award Winners

Heading into colder months, Yanky sits down for hot cup of coffee (sans pumpkin spice) at Croustille Cafe in Pikesville with Chana Friedman and Jake Lieberman, community leaders within The Associated’s Young Adult Division and beyond. They also happen to be this year’s Zelda Miller Award Winners.

Recap: Hillel Virtual Town Hall

The Associated hosted a virtual town hall with its five local area Hillels to discuss the current state of Jewish life on college campuses.

Taking Care of Our Environment

“That decision,” says Ben Gershowitz, vice president of facilities at The Associated, “is part of our corporate mission and values, which is deeply rooted in the teachings of Jewish culture. It drives our commitment to be good stewards of the environment.”   The Associated recognizes […]

Partners in Life and Charity: Dina and Jordan Brookmyer 

Balancing Family and Philanthropy  Jordan highlights how they support each other’s passions and juggle their many responsibilities with being devoted parents: “If one of us is at a meeting, the other is at home with the kids. We like to do a lot together but […]

Rebecca Fruman and Harel Turkel | The Associated’s Harry Greenstein Award Winners

Yanky joins Rebecca Fruman and Harel Turkel at Playa Bowls in Pikesville in the latest episode of Mensches in Cars, Getting Coffee.

Way Too Young For This – Corinne Janet

Meet Corinne Janet, Community Connector for The Macks Jewish Connection Network, who runs the group “Way Too Young For This,” a group for those experiencing grief to connect and form a community.

Meet Wendy Cohen

Laying Roots in Baltimore Her latest endeavor is one she’s particularly excited about: she’ll be chairing the Young Adult Division’s Cuba Mission next year, and she’s thrilled about blending her passion for travel with her love of giving back. She looks forward to serving as […]

Savoring Thanksgiving Mindfully: A Nutritionist’s Guide to a Healthier Holiday

1. Bring a Healthy Dish to ShareIf you’re a guest, consider bringing a nutritious side dish. This ensures a healthy option on the table, like a fresh vegetable dish, for you and others to enjoy. 2. Don’t Arrive HungryIt may sound counterintuitive but eating a […]

Jewish Book Month: Celebrating Jewish Voices, Page by Page

So grab a warm drink, find your favorite reading spot and get ready to immerse yourself in these enriching reads. Marry Me Midnight by Felicia Grossman Interested in joining a book club? The Associated’s Young Adult Division (YAD)* is hosting its first-ever book club! Register […]

Reflecting on an Evening of Remembrance, Unity and Hope

As the sun began to set one year after the October 7 attacks, people from around Baltimore filed into Beth El Congregation in Pikesville for a community-wide commemoration of that horrific day. Outside, posters of the many hostages taken by Hamas served as a stark […]