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Here are nine things to know about Mark.  Pen Pals – What started it all  Mark’s father was a Holocaust survivor who immigrated to the United States in 1949 after spending four years in a displaced persons camp. He arrived in Springfield, Mass, where his […]

Aging is one of life’s few certainties, yet so much about it is misunderstood. While we look forward to healthy aging, misconceptions often cloud the road ahead. Is cognitive decline inevitable? Will physical limitations curtail independence? Must older adults resign themselves to a life of […]

This local lacrosse legend never sits on the sidelines—his passions for family, Judaism, Israel and the game keep him deeply connected to his roots and community. A regular attendee at The Associated’s Partners Baltimore events, Mark sat down with us to share the lessons he’s learned and the values that guide him.

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 […]

By Amy Steinberg, program coordinator of Community Engagement & Partnerships at Jewish Community Services and  Michelle Goldberg, senior manager for Community Engagement & Partnership at Jewish Community Services Dementia isn’t a single disease but a broad term describing symptoms, including memory loss, language difficulties and challenges with […]

He grew up in Forest Park.  Like many native Baltimoreans, Searle grew up in the predominately Jewish neighborhood of Forest Park. Jewish life was at the center of his identity.  As kids, all his neighborhood friends went to Hebrew School – he attended Beth Tfiloh […]

Meet Joy and Steven Sibel, this year’s chairs for The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore’s Keynote event.

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 […]

As we approach the end of the year it is helpful to reflect on steps that can be taken to reduce taxes that otherwise would be due.

As we mark the first year since the horrible massacre on October 7, we mourn those who list their lives and invite you to join us in prayer.