President's Blog

Dear Friends of Temple Beth Israel, May has arrived — and with it, longer days, blooming gardens, and that unmistakable feeling that the universe is nudging us to open the windows (both literally and metaphorically). Here in the Jewish calendar, we find ourselves in the heart of the Omer, counting our way from liberation toward revelation. It turns out that counting your blessings and counting the Omer go beautifully hand in hand. I'll be honest — when I agreed to write this

April has arrived, and with it comes that magical moment each year when we look around our homes and wonder how on earth so many crumbs accumulated in so many places. It’s Passover season, which means it’s time for deep cleaning, deep reflection, and deep debates about whether last year’s unopened box of matzah is still technically edible. (Spoiler: it is. Matzah has the shelf life of a small asteroid.) But truly, there’s something delightful about this time of year. The days

As we celebrate the spirit of community and renewal this March, it’s important to recognize the extraordinary impact Jewish Americans have had on our nation’s story. Their achievements span every field — from science and the arts to business, education, and public service — and their work continues to shape the character and creativity of our country. Jewish American innovators have expanded the boundaries of knowledge and imagination. Figures such as Jonas Salk , whose pione