AT A GLANCE Chapter 1 JEWISH LEARNING 6–14
Chapter 4 RELIGIOUS LIFE 34–37
Chapter 2 COMMUNITY RESOURCES 16–20
Chapter 5 ACTIVITIES & VOLUNTEERING 38–44
Chapter 3 SYNAGOGUES & CONGREGATIONS 22-33
Chapter 6 FOOD & FUN 46–51
INDEX OF GUIDE ENTRIES: 52 INDEX OF ADVERTISERS: 54
2021–2022 Guide to Jewish Living 5 Jewish Rhode Island’s 2021-2022 Guide to Jewish Living is a directory of all things Jewish in the Rhode Island community, a voice for our advertisers and us. It’s a comprehensive listing of the programs and resources available in our area. And it’s a showcase for the advertisers who support them. We hope you, our readers, will turn to the Guide when you need a resource. And please support the advertisers in the 2021-2022 Guide to Jewish Living by letting them know you saw their ad and rewarding them with your business. Once again, it’s been a tough year for all of us due to the coronavirus pandemic. Quarantine and closures have affected the entire community. We thank the advertisers who have stuck with us.
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CHAPTER 1: JEWISH LEARNING NOTE: Many synagogues A offer religious school and Preschools & Nursery Schools: 6
Day Schools: 7 College & Campus Resources: 9 General Education: 11 Hebrew Education: 14
Hebrew school. See Chapter 3: Synagogues & Congregations. PRESCHOOLS & NURSERY SCHOOLS
David C. Isenberg Family Early Childhood Center at the Dwares JCC 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111, ext. 180 jewishallianceri.org Michelle Cicchitelli, senior director of youth & family engagement mcicchitelli@jewishallianceri.org
program of the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island, the David C. Isenberg Family Early Childhood Center (ECC) provides a safe, welcoming, play-based educational program infused with Judaic values for children ages three months through pre-Kindergarten (4 years old by Sept. 1). Students are given opportunities to explore the world independently and with guidance from teachers. We offer a balance of socialization, science, math, literacy, creative arts, social studies, motor skills and more. Enrichment for all students includes swim, art and music. Preschoolers participate in Mini Maccabees (physical education) taught by seasoned professionals. Kosher vegetarian lunch and snacks are included in tuition. All are welcome regardless of
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Jewish Learning religious and cultural background or physical, social, emotional and cognitive ability. The ECC is licensed by the R.I. Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) and accredited by BrightStars and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Jewish Enrichment Program 3871 Post Road Warwick, RI 02886 401-884-7888 Shoshana Laufer, coordinator MrsLaufer@gmail.com
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re-Hebrew school-age children meet monthly at the Chabad CHAI Center in Warwick (near East Greenwich). Each month focuses on nurturing a mitzvah through arts and crafts, baking, singing and group play.
DAY SCHOOLS Jewish Community Day School of RI (JCDSRI) 85 Taft Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-751-2470 jcdsri.com Andrea R. Katzman, head of school Shayna Fel, director of admission and community sfel@jcdsri.com
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t the Jewish Community Day School of Rhode Island, we empower our children each day to design the world of tomorrow. We prepare confident, collaborative, critical thinkers for the 21st century. Our experienced and loving faculty employs a progressive curriculum that nurtures each student’s innate creativity and curiosity while
promoting academic excellence and developing personal character. Our thoughtful and expansive social-emotional curriculum focuses on our school’s five values: kindness, community, respect, responsibility and justice. We welcome students ages 3 through grade 5, and their families, to join our special community. The unique and individualized experience that every child and family receives here begins with our personal virtual visits. Schedule your visit today to learn more about what makes our program so special!
New England Academy of Torah (NEAT) 450 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-331-5327 neaths.org Rabbi Peretz Scheinerman, dean pscheinerman@phdschool.org
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n all-girls college preparatory high school. Provides an excellent Judaic and general studies curriculum and an array of extracurricular activities. We accept a limited number of boarders. Call for details.
Providence Hebrew Day School (PHDS) 450 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-331-5327 phdschool.org Rabbi Peretz Scheinerman, dean pscheinerman@phdschool.org Rabbi Gideon Goldberg, interim head of school Miriam Esther Weiner, principal
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dual-curriculum community school from preschool through grade 8. PHDS is a member of Torah Umesorah, the national society of Jewish day schools.
Striar Hebrew Academy 100 Ames St. Sharon, MA 02067 781-784-8724 striarhebrew.org Julie Sohn Galler, director of admissions admissions@striarhebrew.org
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co-educational, Modern Orthodox day school in Sharon, Mass., that provides a dual curriculum of general and Judaic studies for students in nursery (2.9 years old) through grade 5.
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Jewish Learning COLLEGE & CAMPUS RESOURCES Brown Hillel Foundation, The 80 Brown St. Providence, RI 02906 401-863-2805 brownrisdhillel.org info@brownrisdhillel.org Rabbi Joshua Bolton, executive director Rabbi Michelle Dardashti, chaplain
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he Brown Hillel Foundation, the center for Jewish life at both Brown and the Rhode Island School of Design, is an integral part of campus religious, social, cultural, educational and political life. It encourages and supports a diversity of students as they explore, develop and deepen their Jewish identities. We are
committed to having Judaism serve as a source of meaning and growth during students’ time on College Hill and in their lives after graduation. The Brown Hillel Foundation operates from the award-winning Glenn and Darcy Weiner Center, a 25,000 square foot facility in the heart of Brown’s campus.
Bryant University Hillel 1150 Douglas Pike Smithfield, RI 02917-1284 401-232-6553 hillel@bryant.edu Rabbi Steven Jablow, executive director sjablow@bryant.edu
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ffers religious, cultural, social, educational and other programs and services to help meet the needs of Jewish
members of the Bryant University community throughout the year. These programs include interfaith activities and learning, sponsorship of campus wide activities, informal learning and the opportunity for pastoral and personal connections with the fulltime campus rabbi.
Chabad House of College Hill 12 Olive St. Providence, RI 02906 401-743-4725 Rabbi Mendel Laufer, spiritual leader rebmendel@chabadbrown.com
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elcomes Jewish students attending Brown University, Rhode Island School of Design and Johnson & Wales University, regardless of background or affiliation.
10 2021–2022 Guide to Jewish Living Hillel Foundation at the University of Rhode Island 6 Quarry Road Kingston, RI 02881 401-874-2740 urihillel.org Amy Olson, executive director amyolson@uri.edu Michael Schreiber, director of Jewish student Life michaels@uri.edu
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illel creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere where students at the University of Rhode Island are encouraged and empowered to explore Judaism in personally significant ways. In building meaningful Jewish relationships, and through its social, cultural, religious, community service and Israelrelated programming, Hillel helps students: connect to a community
of Jewish friends, increase their Jewish knowledge and literacy, hone their leadership skills, engage in social justice, gain reallife job experience and build a relationship with Israel and the global Jewish people.
Johnson & Wales University Hillel Citizen Bank Center for Student Involvement, CBCSI (2nd floor) 232 Weybosset St. Providence, RI 02903 401-598-1195 jwu.edu/campuses/providence/ life-on-campus/spiritual-life.html Kelly Dunn, director of student engagement, 401-598-2162 Kelly.Dunn@jwu.edu
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oordinates Jewish activities and programs on campus.
Roger Williams University Hillel One Old Ferry Road Bristol, RI 02809 401-254-5723 rwu.edu Prof. Jason Patch, adviser jpatch@rwu.edu
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WU Hillel enriches the lives of Jewish students by building community on campus and connecting to Hillel nationally and globally. Student-led and student-run, it is a recognized club on campus and interacts with the RWU student senate. Students gather regularly for Shabbat, Jewish holidays and an annual Passover seder. Other opportunities to educate the larger campus community about Judaism include a collaboration with the RWU Roving Eye Film Festival and FLICKERS: RI International Film Festival. Each semester (in November and April), a three-day film festival on the Jewish experience is organized, with screenings of the latest documentaries and short and feature films open to the campus and general public. In addition, RWU Hillel inaugurated an annual Yom HaShoah lecture in April 2018. The office engages an affiliated chaplain for the Jewish community who supports Jewish students’ spiritual life and works with multifaith programming on campus.
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Jewish Learning GENERAL EDUCATION Alliance Educational Services 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111, ext. 179 jewishallianceri.org Larry Katz, director of Jewish life & learning lkatz@jewishallianceri.org
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program of the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island. Services include educator conferences and workshops, teacher resources, a DVD library, consultations, school services and information on Israel travel for youth and young adults.
Alliance Library of DVDs and CDs 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111, ext. 179 jewishallianceri.org Larry Katz, director of Jewish life & learning lkatz@jewishallianceri.org
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vast collection of media, offering a variety of feature films, documentaries, educational “trigger” films, TV shows and music CDs available for loan to individuals and institutions. Items are available in English, Yiddish, Hebrew and Ladino. We offer selections starring Kermit the Frog, Woody Allen, Roberto Benigni, Kirk Douglas, Dudu Fisher, Yehoram Gaon, Mandy Patinkin, Gregory Peck, Itzhak Perlman, Molly Picon, Monty Python, Barbra Streisand and many more.
Eides Family J-Space After School Program 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111, ext. 147 jewishallianceri.org Michelle Cicchitelli, senior director of youth & family engagement mcicchitelli@jewishallianceri.org
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afe, fun, after-school program for children in grades K-5. Provides a setting focused on academics, social skills, sports, arts and fun. Enhanced curricula
and enrichments include monthly themes, individualized homework help, CATCH (Coordinated Approach To Children’s Health), outside play, swimming, arts and crafts, pottery, gardening, select school pickup, healthy snacks and more. J-Space is DCYF-licensed and BrightStars-rated. Please note that this program may be impacted by state restrictions related to COVID-19. For more information, or specific questions, please contact Michelle Cicchitelli.
12 2021–2022 Guide to Jewish Living Gift of Israel (GOI) 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111 jewishallianceri.org giftofisrael.org
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artner with your synagogue and the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island to give your child the gift of a lifetime…the Gift of Israel. Start a GOI savings plan while your child is young, to allow for future educational travel opportunities in Israel; participating congregations and the Jewish Federation Foundation subsidize the fund. Enrollment begins as early as grade 3 for children in the greater Rhode Island Jewish community who attend an approved Jewish Studies program. Contact the Jewish Alliance to learn more about eligibility. Every annual “family
gift” of $150 is matched by $250 from the community. Family gifts are fully refundable.
Jewish Learning Jewish Learning Institute 3871 Post Road Warwick, RI, 02886 401-884-7888 myJLI.com Rabbi Yossi Laufer, local director rabbilaufer@gmail.com
Harry & Esther Elkin Teen Initiatives 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111, ext. 140 he JLI is accepting, interactive, jewishallianceri.org accessible and academically Michelle Cicchitelli challenging. JLI offers three mcicchitelli@jewishallianceri.org courses a year on an array of
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topics, including Jewish ethics, mysticism and philosophy. JLI courses uncover timeless wisdom, equipped with the modern tools of today – comprehensive textbooks, streamlined curriculum and multimedia presentations – prepared by experts in the field of adult Jewish education.
New England Rabbinical College (NERC) 262 Blackstone Blvd. Providence, RI 02906 Rabbi Eliezer Y. Gibber, dean Chana Faiga Twersky, administrative director 401-274-1361 646-942-6388 (mobile) cftwersky.nerc@gmail.com
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ffers a post-high school intensive program of Talmud and rabbinics. NERC offers classes and programs for adults and children in the greater community. The Rabbinical College administration and its students serve as resources for Jewish communal needs.
Jewish Learning PJ Library and PJ Our Way 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111, ext. 141 jewishallianceri.org Lyndsey Ursillo lursillo@jewishallianceri.org
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reated and supported by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, PJ Library is an award-winning Jewish literacy and outreach program for families with children ages 6 months through 8 years. Each participating child receives a free, high-quality, Jewish-themed book in the mail each month. PJ Our Way is the “next chapter,” and offers exceptional, Jewish-themed books to kids ages 8½ to 12; in PJ Our Way, participants choose books based on their interests and reading level.
Project Shoresh of RI 15 Hart St. Providence, RI 02906 Projectshoresh.com (Most current info is on Facebook page: Project Shoresh) Rabbi Naftali L. Karp, director, young professional programming 401-632-3165 nkarp@projectshoresh.com Rabbi Noach Karp, young family and youth coordinator 401-429-8244 rnoachkarp@gmail.com
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roject Shoresh was founded to encourage, enable and facilitate Jews of all ages to connect to their Judaism. Yearround educational and social programming for all, with an open-door policy. We aim to bring the entire community together, strengthening Jewish unity and identity.
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14 2021–2022 Guide to Jewish Living Providence Kollel 450 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 Providencekollel.org Rabbi Raphie Schochet, director, senior lecturer 401-383-2786 rabbiraphie@gmail.com
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he goal of the Kollel is to enhance and enrich Jewish life in Rhode Island by providing relevant and stimulating educational programs that appeal to people regardless of age, background or level of observance.
Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center, The 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-453-7860 BornsteinHolocaustCenter.org Wendy Joering, director WJoering@ BornsteinHolocaustCenter.org
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ducational institution teaches respect for minorities through the lessons of the Holocaust and offers photographic display, library, audio-visual and curriculum materials. Programs include lectures by scholars and Holocaust survivors, traveling museum exhibits and teachers’ workshops.
Jewish Learning HEBREW EDUCATION Ruth Ben-Yehuda Adler Ruti@brown.edu
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amar, the Providence Hebrew Ulpan, moves to online teaching. For more information contact Ruth Ben-Yehuda Adler via email.
Sandra Freedman 617-980-1901 sbfreedman@comcast.net
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prepare students and officiate at Bar and Bat Mitzvah ceremonies. Having 30 years of experience, I work with families, both Jewish and interfaith, in Rhode Island and all over New England. No previous education in Hebrew or Jewish studies required. I have a Torah and prayer books which can be used. I also work with a cantorial soloist, if desired. I am able to tutor remotely and officiate at a Zoom ceremony.
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CHAPTER 2: COMMUNITY RESOURCES GENERAL SOCIAL SERVICES
General Social Services: 16 Financial Resources & Philanthropy: 18 Food Pantry: 18 Hospital: 19 Newspaper: 19 Senior Services: 19 Senior Housing: 19 Senior Kosher Meals: 20 Other Senior Resources: 20
Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island (the Alliance) 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111 jewishallianceri.org Adam Greenman, president & CEO James Pious, chair of the board
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he Alliance works to ensure a stronger, more vibrant Jewish community for all, building and sustaining Jewish community by maximizing philanthropic resources and volunteer efforts. Part grant-maker, part fundraiser, part think tank, part gathering place, part provider of essential services, the Alliance distributes funds from its Annual Campaign to more than 60 local organizations and hundreds of others around the world. Our goal is to build a strong and vigorous Jewish community that is committed to social justice and experiencing Jewish life together in a spirit of joy and generosity. Our partners – here and around the world – are making a transformative impact on individual lives and in the local and global Jewish community.
Jewish Collaborative Services (JCS) 1165 North Main St. Providence, RI 02904 401-331-1244 JCSRI.org info@jfsri.org Erin Gisherman Minior, LICSW, president & CEO
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ewish Collaborative Services is a combined entity of Jewish Family Services (JFS) and Jewish Seniors Agency (JSA). JCS is a social services and housing agency serving Rhode Island and beyond. The agency provides a single-entry point for services. Communication within the agency allows JCS to fulfill clients’ needs within the following programs: The Counseling Center, Case Management, The Kesher Program, Lifeline RI, Partners in Care, Adoption Options, Jewish Eldercare of RI, Kosher Food Pantry, Kosher Senior Café and Meals on Wheels. Housing options include The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence including Celebrations Adult Day Services, Respite, and Shalom and Shalom II Housing.
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Community Resources Jewish Federation of Cape Cod P.O. Box 2568 Hyannis, MA 02601 508-360-2885 tsmily@comcast.net Terry Smily, president Adoption Options, a JCS program 1165 North Main St. Providence, RI 02904 401-331-5437 Carol Wild, adoption coordinator Cwild@jfsri.org
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doption Options is a private, nonprofit, nonsectarian program of Jewish Collaborative Services. Adoption Options is licensed in Rhode Island and Massachusetts and serves all people touched by adoption. Adoption home studies and preparation are specialties. Even through this difficult time, feel free to reach out to us so we can provide information and talk more about your adoption options.
Case Management - Basic Needs Assistance, a JCS program 1165 North Main St. Providence, RI 02904 401-331-1244 Hans Bump, case manager Hans@jfsri.org
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ndividuals in the community looking for resources to improve their lives or who need financial assistance will receive a comprehensive assessment, along with recommendations and referrals to appropriate services by a licensed social worker. Seniors and caregivers will also receive guidance and support from our knowledgeable case manager. JCS has COVID-19 specific funds that can be used for rental assistance for qualified individuals and families. If you have had increased hardship due to COVID-19, please contact us.
The Counseling Center, a JCS program 1165 North Main St. Providence, RI 02904 401-331-1244 Laurie McNiff, MSW, LICSW LMcNiff@jfsri.org
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he Counseling Center provides counseling services to adults, children, families and couples by licensed, experienced professionals. This nonsectarian program is available to those in greater Rhode Island regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or economic status. Most third-party insurance is accepted, and a sliding scale fee is offered when appropriate. Due to COVID-19, JCS is offering Telehealth to its clients.
Dwares JCC, a division of the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111 jewishallianceri.org memberservices@ jewishallianceri.org
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he Jewish Alliance’s Dwares JCC is greater Rhode Island’s resource for a wide spectrum of programs and events, including fitness and aquatics, personal training, family programs, educational resources, cultural events, Israel travel opportunities, early childhood education, summer camp for children and teens, social opportunities, and Kosher meals for seniors. We provide for the social, cultural, educational, recreational and wellness-related
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The Kesher Program Congregational Outreach, a JCS program Temple Torat Yisrael & Temple Sinai: Shana Prohofsky, masters in gerontology 401-331-1244 shana@jfsri.org Temple Emanu-El & Congregation Beth Sholom: Tara Watkins, LICSW 401-331-1244 tara@jfsri.org
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esher (“connection”) is a synagogue-based program that offers short-term counseling, support groups, educational programs and referrals to the communities of Temple Torat
Yisrael in East Greenwich, Temple Sinai in Cranston, as well as Temple Emanu-El and Congregation Beth Sholom in Providence. All Kesher services are provided free of charge. Kesher is designed to sustain, nurture and strengthen the wellbeing and stability of families and individuals through local synagogues.
Shalom Baby 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111, ext. 178 jewishallianceri.org Lyndsey Ursillo lursillo@jewishallianceri.org
Community Resources with a newborn baby that would benefit from this program, please contact Lyndsey Ursillo.
FINANCIAL RESOURCES & PHILANTHROPY Greater Providence Hebrew Free Loan Association 2845 Post Road Suite 105 Warwick, RI. 02886 401-384-7251 gphfla2018@gmail.com
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he Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island helps connect new parents to programs available in the local Jewish community. Your new addition is welcomed to our Jewish community with a baby gift and valuable information about the programs and services we offer. If you know of a family
FOOD PANTRY & SOUP KITCHEN The Louis & Goldie Chester Full Plate Kosher Food Pantry, a JCS program 1165 North Main St. Providence, RI 02904 401-621-5374 Marcie Ingber, program coordinator Marcie@jfsri.org
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he Louis & Goldie Chester Full Plate Kosher Food Pantry is the only Kosher Food Pantry in Rhode Island. The pantry helps eliminate the strain on community members who need help putting kosher food on the table. The Kosher Food Pantry provides kosher food and other essentials to hundreds of food insecure individuals and families. Pantry hours are varied due to COVID-19. Please call for the schedule. We offer delivery service to homebound individuals.
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Community Resources HOSPITAL Miriam Hospital, The 164 Summit Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-793-2500 miriamhospital.org
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ounded in 1926 by Rhode Island’s Jewish community, The Miriam Hospital is a teaching hospital for the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and a founding partner of the Lifespan health system.
NEWSPAPER Jewish Rhode Island 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111 jewishrhody.org Editorial and advertising information: editor@ jewishallianceri.org Fran Ostendorf, editor Peter Zeldin, advertising director
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ward-winning newspaper covering the Jewish community of greater Rhode Island. Published monthly by the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island. Home delivery at no cost to Jewish residents of Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts; available to others at a nominal fee.
homes. They assist seniors with observance of Jewish traditions and holidays, conduct religious services and offer personal visits.
Lifeline RI, a JCS program 1165 North Main St. Providence, RI 02904 401-331-1244 Jennifer DelBonis, program manager Jennifer@jfsri.org
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ifeline RI is a personal emergency response system for individuals in Greater Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts. Lifeline RI enables people to live with greater independence in their own homes, assisted living residences or senior housing.
SENIOR HOUSING Fall River Jewish Home 538 Robeson St. Fall River, MA 02720 508-679-6172 fallriverjewishhome.org Christine Vitale, administrator
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The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence (Tamarisk), a community of JCS 3 Shalom Drive Warwick, RI 02886 401-732-0037 Tamarisk.org Roberta Ragge, executive director
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kosher assisted-living facility with full services including Renaissance, a memory support unit, Celebrations Adult Day Services, and respite care.
Shalom & Shalom II Apartments, a community of JCS 1 & 2 Shalom Drive Warwick, RI 02886 401-738-4414 JCSRI.org Susan Bazar, executive director Shalom@jfsri.org
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nriched affordable housing for the elderly and those who are mobility impaired in a secure suburban setting. Among available programs and services are a noon meal site, a computer room, beauty salon, resident service coordinator,
SENIOR SERVICES Jewish Eldercare of Rhode Island (JERI), a JCS program 1165 North Main St. Providence, RI 02904 401-621-5374 Susie Adler, program coordinator susie@jfsri.org
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ERI staff and volunteers visit Jewish seniors in nursing homes, hospitals, assistedliving residences and private
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SENIOR KOSHER MEALS Kosher Meals on Wheels, a JCS program 401-338-3189 Neal Drobnis, Kosher nutrition coordinator Neal@jfsri.org
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osher meals are delivered to homebound, Jewish seniors Monday through Friday by volunteer drivers. Home delivery is available to residents of Providence, Pawtucket, Cranston and Warwick.
Kosher Senior Cafes, a JCS program Providence Site: Mon- Friday Dwares JCC - 401 Elmgrove Ave Providence, RI 02906 401-338-3189 Cranston Site: Fridays Only Temple Sinai - 30 Hagen Ave Cranston, RI 02920 401-743-0009 JCSRI.org Neal Drobnis, Kosher nutrition coordinator Neal@jfsri.org
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hese two Senior Café sites offer kosher lunches at noon for seniors and adults with disabilities. Local kosher caterer, Ahava Catering, ensures meals
Community Resources are both tasty and nutritious. Each site also provides a variety of programs following lunch. Reservations are required two days in advance. A suggested donation of $3 per meal is appreciated, but there is no charge for scheduled social activities. Transportation to and from each site can be coordinated for residents. Visit the JCSRI website for monthly calendars, virtual opportunities, and meal deliveries.
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CHAPTER 3: SYNAGOGUES & CONGREGATIONS REFORM
Reform: 22 Reconstructionist: 23 Conservative: 24 Orthodox: 26 Unaffiliated: 31
Falmouth Jewish Congregation (Member Union for Reform Judaism) 7 Hatchville Road East Falmouth, MA 02536 508-540-0602 falmouthjewish.org Betty Klotz, office administrator fjcoffice@comcast.net Newport Havurah 401-423-0407 newporthavurah1@gmail.com Ann Zartler
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he Newport Havurah celebrates Shabbat and holidays and provides a variety of adult learning experiences.
Temple Beth-El 70 Orchard Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-331-6070 temple-beth-el.org Rabbi Sarah Mack Assistant Rabbi Preston Neimeiser Cantor Judith Seplowin Rabbi Emeritus Leslie Y. Gutterman, spiritual leaders Judy L. Moseley, executive director jmoseley@temple-beth-el.org
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ongregation Sons of Israel and David, known as Temple Beth-El (TBE), is located on Providence’s East Side. TBE began in 1854 as a small gathering in the home of Providence merchant, Solomon Pareira. In 1877 it became affiliated with the Reform Jewish movement. This thriving congregation reflects and celebrates the diversity and vitality of Jewish life today. TBE houses the William G. Braude Library and Helene and Bertram Bernhardt History Gallery. TBE’s cemetery is owned and operated by the synagogue for its members. Established in 1849, it is the second oldest Jewish cemetery in Rhode Island (RI Historic Cemetery #6).
Temple Habonim 165 New Meadow Road Barrington, RI 02806 401-245-6536 www.templehabonim.org Adina Davies, temple administrator office@templehabonim.org Rabbi Howard Voss-Altman, spiritual leader rabbihoward@templehabonim.org David Perolman, education director/song leader eddirector@templehabonim.org
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emple Habonim, founded in 1960, is the Reform synagogue of the East Bay and southeastern Massachusetts. We offer worship services for all ages, including monthly Tot Shabbat and Family services, religious school (grades K-10), Bar and Bat Mitzvah services, Temple youth group, adult education, and Sisterhood. Temple Habonim is an inclusive and diverse congregation, welcoming Jews by birth, Jews by choice and spouses of other faiths. In these unprecedented times, finding a community of meaning has become more important than ever. Come and explore our welcoming, inclusive, and spiritual Jewish community as we celebrate, worship, and share our heritage and our values. All Friday night services are streamed online, and you can “join us” virtually on our YouTube page, which is accessible from the very top of our website in the purple banner.
Temple Sinai 30 Hagen Ave. Cranston, RI 02920 401-942-8350 templesinairi.org Rabbi Jeffrey Goldwasser, spiritual leader rabbigoldwasser@templesinairi. org Cantor Dr. Deborah Johnson, spiritual leader
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RECONSTRUCTIONIST Congregation Agudas Achim 901 North Main St. Attleboro, MA 02703 508-222-2243 agudasma.org office@agudasma.org Rabbi Alex Weissman, spiritual leader rabbi@agudasma.org
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24 2021–2022 Guide to Jewish Living CONSERVATIVE Congregation B’nai Israel 224 Prospect St. Woonsocket, RI 02895 401-762-3651 shalom-cbi.org synagogue@cbi.necoxmail.com Jeffrey Cornblatt, spiritual leader
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Congregation Or Chadash 139 Ocean Ave. Cranston, RI 02905 401-225-7194 orchadash-ri.org
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Temple Emanu-El 99 Taft Ave. Providence, RI 02906 onservative congregation in Cranston. Weekly services. All 401-331-1616 are welcome. teprov.org info@teprov.org Temple Beth El of Fall River Senior Rabbi Michael Fel 385 High St. Brian Mayer, hazzan Fall River, MA 02720 Paul Stouber, executive director 508-674-3529 Ronni Guttin, director of Frtemplebethel.org education templebethel@comcast.net Shoshana Jacob, director of Rabbi Mark Elber and Cantor youth & family programs Shoshana Brown, spiritual Sharon Sock, advancement and leaders membership coordinator info@orchadash-ri.org Kip Lombardo, president
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Temple Torat Yisrael 1251 Middle Road East Greenwich, RI 02818 401-885-6600 toratyisrael.org welcome@toratyisrael.org Rabbi Aaron Philmus, spiritual leader
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Congregation Beth Sholom Mailing address: 55 Cromwell St., Suite 1D Providence, RI 02907 Services held: 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-236-7536 bethsholom-ri.org office@bethsholom-ri.org Rabbi Barry Dolinger, spiritual leader
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Tifereth Israel Congregation 145 Brownell Ave. New Bedford, MA 02740 508-997-3171 tinewbedford.org ti@tinewbedford.org Rabbi Raphael J. Kanter & Cantor Nathaniel Schudrich, spiritual leaders Gershon Levine, executive director
n egalitarian Conservative congregation. Twice-daily minyanim, religious school and USY/Kadima. Please check our website for service times and other details.
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We are fueled by the varied talents and diversity of our members. We actively seek to collaborate with local Jewish and other organizations to build a thriving community.
Congregation Jeshuat Israel at Touro Synagogue 85 Touro St. Newport, RI 02840 401-847-4794 tourosynagogue.org cji@tourosynagogue.org Rabbi Dr. Marc Mandel, spiritual leader
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Congregation Mishkon Tfiloh 203 Summit Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-5074 mishkontfiloh@juno.com Rabbi Yechezkel Yudkowsky, spiritual leader
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ince 1962, Congregation Mishkon Tfiloh has played a significant part in Jewish life on the East Side of Providence. The congregation was founded by a group of families who wished for a strictly Orthodox shul. These people would walk from all ends of the East Side to daven in Mishkon Tfiloh, one of the only Orthodox shuls in the neighborhood at that time. The Rabbanim in the shul organized classes, and this led a number of people, many of whom still live in Providence, to keep Torah and mitzvot.
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Synagogues & Congregations Congregation Ohawe Shalom 671 East Ave. Pawtucket, RI 02860 Rabbi Aviad Hack Gabbai Rahmat Noorparvar David Pliskin, president 401-725-3886 dgpliskin@gmail.com Weekday Shacharit 6:45 a.m.
Congregation Sons of Jacob 24 Douglas Ave. Providence, RI 02908 401-274-5260 congsons@hotmail.com Harold Silverman, president Services: 6:30 a.m., Monday to Friday; Saturday 8:30 a.m.; Sunday, 7:30 a.m.
Rosh Chodesh Shacharit at 6:30 a.m. Friday Evening Mincha and Maariv at 10 minutes before candle lighting Shabbat morning Shacharit at 9 a.m. Shabbat afternoon Mincha at 25 minutes before sunset, Maariv at nightfall Sunday morning Shacharit at 8 a.m. Large social hall and small foyer available for rental. Rhode Island Kosher-certified kitchen. Women’s and Girls’ wedding-wear Gemach located on premises. By appointment only. Contact Nita Pliskin 401-725-3886 or Linda Kessler 401-556-3216 for information.
Congregation Sha’arei Tefilla 450 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 shaareitefillaprov.org Rabbi Dovid Schwartz, spiritual leader rds@shaareitefillaprov.org
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UNAFFILIATED Chabad CHAI Center of West Bay 3871 Post Road Warwick, RI 02886 401-884-7888 rabbiwarwick.com Rabbi Yossi Laufer rabbi@rabbiwarwick.com
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Chabad House of Barrington-Newport 311 Maple Ave. Barrington, RI 02806 401-247-4747 jewishbarrington.com Rabbi Moshe Laufer, co-director rabbi@jewishbarrington.com Mirel Laufer, co-director
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Chabad House of Northern RI 1767 Old Louisquisset Pike Lincoln, RI 02865 401-499-2574 chabadnri.com Rabbi Aryeh Laufer rabbi@chabadnri.com
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Chabad Rhode Island Providence 360 Hope St. Providence, RI 02906 401-273-7238 chabadriprovidence.com Rabbi Yehoshua Laufer, spiritual leader believeinprovidence@gmail.com
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Chabad at the University of Rhode Island 100 Fortin Road, Unit 4 Kingston, RI 02881 401-212-1517 chabaduri.com Rabbi Avraham Adam Goldstein rabbiavi@uri.edu
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and families, faculty and staff, and alumni and provides a venue for “Tikkun Olam,” (repairing the world) through good deeds, community service, and peace, love, and open-mindedness for everyone. We aim to provide a safe space and community for Jewish students of all backgrounds and
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Congregation Sons and Daughters of Ruth P.O. Box 525 Block Island, RI 02807 401-466-2861 Elliot Taubman, cantor etbi@me.com Sherry Kandel, Sherri Maxman, co-presidents
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Congregation Sharah Zedek 6 Union St. P.O. Box 1694 Westerly, RI 02891 401-345-1544 congregationsharahzedek.org Matthew Lewiss, president mlewiss@lewisslaw.com
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Synagogues & Congregations Temple Shalom 223 Valley Road Middletown, RI 02842 401-846-9002 templeshalomrhodeisland.org Abigail Anthony, president abigailanthony@gmail.com Fredric Scheff, cantor
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United Brothers Synagogue 205 High St. Bristol, RI 02809 401-253-3460 unitedbrotherssynagogue.org ubsbristol@gmail.com Cantor Dr. Joel Gluck, spiritual leader
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CHAPTER 4: RELIGIOUS LIFE FUNERAL CHAPELS
Funeral Chapels: 34 Burial Society: 35 Cemeteries: 35 Mikvahs: 36 Mohel: 36 Eruv: 37 Rhode Island Board of Rabbis: 37
Shalom Memorial Chapel 1100 New London Ave. Cranston, RI 02920 401-463-7771 or 877-463-7771 (toll-free) ShalomMemorialChapel.com shalomchapel@aol.com Michael D. Smith, Adam G. Smith and Sarah Joly, funeral directors
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Sugarman-Sinai Memorial Chapel 458 Hope St. Providence, RI 02906 401-331-8094 or 800-447-1267 (toll free) sugarmansinai.com Jacquelyn Aubuchon, funeral director jacquelyn.aubuchon@ dignitymemorial.com
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BURIAL SOCIETY Chevra Kadisha of Newport County James Herstoff, M.D., president jk.herstoff@yahoo.com
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CEMETERIES B’nai Israel Cemetery 1965 Mendon Road Woonsocket, RI 02864 401-216-9588 friendsofbnaiisraelcemetery@ gmail.com.
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Congregation Sons of Israel and David Cemetery 401 Reservoir Ave. Providence, RI 02910 401-331-6070 Ken Orenstein, chairman of Cemetery Management Committee Judy L. Moseley, executive director
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emetery comprising 55 organizations and congregations, past and present, and a Jewish War Veterans memorial. Chased Schel Amess is the caretaker of the Lincoln Park Cemetery, which includes graves owned by individuals and various organizations.
Sharon Memorial Park Dedham Street Sharon, MA 02067 781-828-7216 sharonmemorial.com info@sharonmemorial.com
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haron Memorial Park, located in an idyllic setting above the Neponset Valley in Sharon, Massachusetts, has been providing peace of mind and spiritual comfort to the Jewish community since 1948. The beauty of the lush garden-style grounds and the continuous dedication to community, faith and memory has made Sharon Memorial Park the premier Jewish memorial park in New England.
Religious Life MIKVAH Gan Adina Women’s Mikvah 3871 Post Road Warwick RI 02886 401-447-7445 Shoshana Laufer mrslaufer@gmail.com
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Rhode Island Mikvah 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 Mailing address: P.O. Box 603194 Providence, RI 02906 401-621-9119 providencemikveh.wordpress. com
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Religious Life ERUV Providence Eruv Corporation 401-621-9119, ext. 8 (mikvah hotline) proveruv.org
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aintains symbolic enclosure of the Jewish community to enable movement of objects on Shabbat. Map can be found at proveruv.org. Weekly notification available Friday afternoon via proveruv.org, email list on yahoo groups (proveruv-subscribe@ yahoogroups.com), or the mikvah hotline. For other information please contact Dr. Marc Diamond at mayorzev@gmail.com.
RHODE ISLAND BOARD OF RABBIS The Board of Rabbis of Greater Rhode Island c/o Congregation Beth Sholom 55 Cromwell St., Suite 1D Providence, RI 02907 401-236-7536 Rabbi Barry Dolinger, president rabbi@bethsholom-ri.org
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CHAPTER 5: ACTIVITIES & VOLUNTEERING CHILDREN AND TEENS
Children and Teens: 38 Adults: 40 Historical Resources: 42 Israel Resources: 43
BBYO New England 412-983-0590 bbyo.org bbyo.org/bbyo-near-you/ regions/new-england-region Jeff Hast, regional director jhast@bbyo.org
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BYO is the leading pluralistic Jewish teen movement aspiring to involve more Jewish teens in meaningful Jewish experiences. BBYO’s network of Jewish teens, alumni, parents, volunteers and philanthropists serves as the Jewish community’s most valuable platform for delivering to the post Bar/Bat mitzvah audience fun, meaningful and affordable experiences. With
year-round activities in hundreds of local communities and inspiring worldwide travel experiences, BBYO’s broad program menu enables teens to explore areas of leadership, service, civic engagement, Israel education and Jewish values.
Camp Gan Israel of West Bay 3871 Post Road Warwick, RI 02886 401-884-7888 RIJewishKids.com/camp Jewishcamp@Gmail.com Shoshana and Rabbi Yossi Laufer, directors
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Camp JORI 1065 Wordens Pond Road Wakefield, RI 02879 732-690-0034 campjori.com info@campjori.com Kara Liberman, director
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J-Camp at the Dwares JCC 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111, ext. 178 jewishallianceri.org Michelle Cicchitelli mcicchitelli@jewishallianceri.org
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Activities & Volunteering as Olympics, Myths & Fables, Creepy Crawlers, STEAM, and Carnival. Schedules are filled with activities such as sports, swim lessons, art, cooking, science, drama, field trips, and more. There are also counselor-in-training opportunities for teens. Lunch and snacks are included. Early arrival and extended-day options are available as well as half-day options for 3- and 4-year-olds. Sibling discount and payment plan options available.
Jewish Committee on Scouting (Narragansett Council) Boy Scouts of America P.O. Box 14777 East Providence, RI 02914 401-732-2784 Curt Abbott, chair cabbott183@gmail.com
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One Happy Camper 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111, ext. 179 onehappycamper.org Larry Katz, director of Jewish life & learning lkatz@jewishallianceri.org
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TigerSharks Swim Team 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111, ext. 153 jewishallianceri.org Emily O’Connor, head coach eoconnor@jewishallianceri.org
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he swim team program provides an opportunity for every athlete, focused on building a competitive environment of excellence and teamwork. Swimmers (ages 7-18) with the ability to perform basic swimming skills are welcome to join. Athletes have the opportunity to grow and succeed in a fun, hardworking environment. Selfdiscipline, stroke technique and improving physical endurance are just some of the skills developed as a Tiger Shark!
Please note that this program may be impacted by state restrictions related to COVID-19. For more information, or specific questions reach out to Emily O’Connor.
USY of Temple Emanu-El Providence, RI 02906 401-331-1616 teprov.org Shoshana Jacob, director of youth and family programming shosh@teprov.org
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rograms include Kadima (grades 3-5), Junior USY (grades 6-8), and Senior USY (grades 9-12). Offers opportunities for participation and leadership for all Jewish youth regardless of synagogue affiliation or membership.
40 2021–2022 Guide to Jewish Living ADULTS Community Relations Council (CRC) 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111, ext. 127 jewishallianceri.org Stephanie Hague, director of community relations shague@jewishallianceri.org
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program of the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island, the CRC works to preserve the rights of all by promoting a fair and just society through Jewish values and ideals, including a commitment to tikkun olam – repairing the world.
CoreConnectsRI 296 Taber Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-241-9631 CoreConnectsRI.com CoreConnectsRI@gmail.com Elissa Felder, founder and director
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Activities & Volunteering Hadassah Rhode Island 857-404-0599 hadassah.org rhodeislandchapter@hadassah. org Maxine Bornstein, president
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adassah, The Women’s Zionist Organization of America, is committed to a partnership with the people of Israel through its support of medical care and research at the Hadassah Medical Organization in Jerusalem. Hadassah empowers its 330,000 members, associates and supporters, as well as youth in Israel and America, through opportunities for personal growth, education, advocacy and Jewish continuity. The Rhode Island chapter offers a monthly book club and educational and fundraising opportunities. We welcome new members and are happy to include an array of Hadassah virtual activities at this time.
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Activities & Volunteering Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A. Department of Rhode Island P.O. Box 100064 Cranston, RI 02910 401-265-2330 Commander Ira J. Fleisher
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ldest veterans organization in the U.S., established 1896, is “the patriotic voice of American Jewry.” Maintains the JWV Memorial Wall of Honor in Lincoln Park Cemetery.
Miriam Hospital Women’s Association, The 164 Summit Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-793-2520 Vickie Scott vickie.scott@lifespan.org
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ontributes to the physical and mental well-being of patients at The Miriam Hospital.
Touro Fraternal Association 45 Rolfe Square P.O. Box 3562 Cranston, RI 02910 401-785-0066 tourofraternal.org info@tourofraternal.org Stevan Labush, chairman of board of directors
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Friends of Jewish Seniors (FJS), a JCS program 1165 North Main St. ew England’s largest Providence RI 02904 independent Jewish fraternal association offers programs for 401-331-1244 Jewish men; serves the community Susie Adler and its members through social, Susie@jfrsi.org cultural and public service Bernice Weiner, president programs.
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Women’s Alliance of the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111, ext. 223
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riends of Jewish Seniors raises funds to support various senior programs, including JERI’s holiday observances, special projects, as well as gift bags for nursing home residents. FJS makes and sells baby blankets, sweaters and notecards in its Knit Shoppe located at Tamarisk.
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Activities & Volunteering HISTORICAL RESOURCES
Rhode Island Jewish Historical Association (RIJHA) 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-331-1360 rijha.org Kate-Lynne Laroche, executive director klaroche@rijha.org Jaime Walden, office manager jwalden@rijha.org
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membership-based organization that procures, collects and preserves Rhode Island’s Jewish history. RIJHA publishes an annual journal and quarterly newsletters, sponsors lectures and workshops and
maintains an archive and library of books, documents, photographs and artifacts on local Jewish history. Open to the public.
Rhode Island Jewish Museum 24 Douglas Ave. Providence, RI 02908 401-935-9740 rhodeislandjewishmuseum.org Shelley Parness rijewishmuseum@gmail.com
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he Rhode Island Jewish Museum is housed in the Sons of Jacob Synagogue building that was founded in 1896 by newly arrived immigrants from Russia, Poland and Austria. There were two dozen other synagogues chartered in the city in the same era. Now, only memories for those who are still around to remember. The 24 Douglas Avenue Synagogue is the only one still intact, and is architecturally significant as an example of early 20th century Orthodox culture. Due to COVID-19, the museum’s renovation plans have been delayed. At this time, a LIVE TOUR is available on the website to virtually experience original murals, furnishings, artifacts and objects that were used since the building’s first occupants gathered to pray in 1906. Please visit us online where we will announce the re-opening.
Touro Synagogue, a National Historic Site 85 Touro St. Newport, RI 02840 401-847-4794 tourosynagogue.org tours@tourosynagogue.org
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Activities & Volunteering Touro Synagogue Foundation helps maintain the synagogue and hosts programs about religious diversity, colonial Jewish history and religious freedom in America. Please check our website for the latest information about services and tours.
ISRAEL RESOURCES AIPAC – The American Israel Public Affairs Committee, New England Region 617-399-2562 aipac.org newengland@aipac.org
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Alliance Israel Desk Israel Travel Grants & Scholarships 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111 israeldesk@jewishallianceri.org
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he Israel Desk at the Jewish Alliance offers travel grants and scholarships to teens and young adults interested in studying or traveling in Israel. The Israel Desk shares resources on all aspects of Israel travel and study opportunities, including summer trips, travel during high school or college semester breaks, gapyear programs, academic studies and post-graduate travel and internships.
Birthright Israel 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-421-4111 birthrightisrael.org israeldesk@jewishallianceri.org
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irthright Israel provides the gift of free, peer-group educational trips to Israel for young Jewish adults ages 18 to 32, who are visiting Israel for the first time. This program was created to send thousands of young Jewish adults from all over the world to Israel as a gift, in order to diminish the growing division between Israel and Jewish communities around the world, to strengthen the sense of solidarity among world Jewry and to strengthen participants’ personal Jewish identities and connections to the Jewish people. Registration takes place in mid-September for winter trips, and in mid-February for summer trips. Pre-register online so that you may be informed of the exact registration dates; please be advised that waiting lists often start forming shortly after registration begins.
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Rhode Island Coalition for Israel (RICI) 401-338-3916 Ricoalitionforisrael.org ricoalitionforisrael@gmail.com Howard Brown, executive director Facebook: www.facebook.com/ ri4israel/
Rhode Island-Israel Collaborative (RIIC) 401-486-1152 Avi Nevel, president and CEO theriic.org info@theriic.org
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I-based independent organization whose members are activist grassroots Jews and Christians volunteering their time and energy in the unshakeable belief that the Jewish people have a right to a safe and secure homeland in Israel. RICI’s mission is to promote Western, JudeoChristian values in America, fight anti-Semitism with a special focus on RI, and support America’s alliance with Israel. We oppose the Boycott, Divestment and
Sanctions (BDS) movement and expose pro-BDS activity among individuals and organizations in the state. RICI is a “community partner” with the civil rights team in the state’s Attorney General’s office and maintains a Real-World Anti-Semitic Activity Tracking Tool. RICI exposes and fights all forms of anti-Semitism, including “white supremacy” on the right and Islamic-, Black Lives Matter-, and BDS-inspired Jewhatred on the left. RICI maintains working relationships with other organizations with shared values, including both veterans groups and parents groups which oppose the teaching of Critical Race Theory in public schools. RICI acts through educational activities, including public statements, handouts, films and lectures. RICI is not affiliated with the Jewish Alliance of RI or the RI State Council of Churches.
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he organization is a notfor-profit chamber of commerce. The collaborative fosters and strengthens trade, business, academic exchange and research between Rhode Island and Israel. RIIC does this by building and strengthening the relationships between government organizations, businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, members of academia and the research community in Rhode Island and Israel.
StandWithUs Rhode Island 212-514-9200 standwithus.com avip@standwithus.com Avi Posnick, executive director StandWithUs New England
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ur Mission: Supporting Israel Around the World. StandWithUs is an international, nonprofit organization that believes that education is the road to peace. StandWithUs is dedicated to informing the public about Israel and to combating the extremism and anti-Semitism that often distorts the issues. Through community events, print materials, conferences, missions to Israel, and social media, it ensures that the story of Israel’s achievements and ongoing challenges is told.
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CHAPTER 6: FOOD & FUN CATERING & FOOD
Catering & Food: 46 Kosher Certification: 50 Gifts, Gowns & Judaica: 50 Music & Music Lessons: 51
Accounting for Taste Providence, RI 02906 401-301-1889 accountingfortaste.net Deb Blazer, owner
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Ahava Catering 450 Elmgrove Avenue Providence, RI 02906 401-272-4835 Ahavacatering.com AhavaCatering@gmail.com Freda Ronkin, contact
mitzvahs, weddings. Food made with love. Under the supervision of RI Kosher.
Basil & Bunny 691 Main St Warren, RI 02885 basilandbunny.square.site
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Bubbie’s Market & Deli 727 Hope St. Providence, RI 02906 401-272-4835 istinctive and creative certified ahavacatering.com Kosher caterer. catering Jeffrey Ingber, contact
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ull-service grocery store featuring grocery items, prepared foods and a full-service deli counter. Rhode Island’s only location for hand-sliced nova. When it has to taste like home, come to Bubbie’s.
By Chloe 223 Thayer St. Providence, RI 02906 212-290-8000 eatbychloe.com
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n all-vegan menu of sandwiches, sweets & more is served in a cheery space with communal seating. Certified by the International Kosher Council (IKC).
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Food & Fun Eastside Marketplace 165 Pitman St. Providence, RI 02906 401-831-7771
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ackaged certified Kosher meat from Empire Kosher. Kosher frozen items also available.
Garden Grille Café 727 East Ave. Pawtucket RI 02860 401-726-2826 gardengrilleri.com
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egetarian café is under the kashrut supervision of Rabbi Barry Dolinger of Lighthouse Kosher.
Grange, The 166 Broadway Providence, RI 02903 401-831-0600 providencegrange.com
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egetarian restaurant under the kashrut supervision of Rabbi Barry Dolinger of Lighthouse Kosher. Temporarily closed.
Like No Udder 170 Ives St. Providence, RI 02906 401-228-3880 like-no-udder.com
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ow-key counter-service specializing in vegan ice cream, with scoop and softserve options under the kashrut supervision of Rabbi Barry Dolinger of Lighthouse Kosher.
Mitzvah Matzos 225 Dyer St. Providence, RI 02903 516-902-6346 Rabbi Barry Dolinger, co-founder
Naomi Baine, co-founder info@mitzvahmatzos.org mitzvahmatzos.org
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anufactured locally, kosher for passover soft matzah, sending all profits to fight human trafficking. Engages in education programs to raise awareness for modern-day slavery.
Plant City 334 S. Water St. Providence, RI 02903 401-429-2029 plantcitypvd.com
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egan food market featuring restaurants, bars, bakery and coffee shop, plus a grocery store under the kashrut supervision of Rabbi Barry Dolinger of Lighthouse Kosher.
48 2021–2022 Guide to Jewish Living Rebelle Artisan Bagels 110 Doyle Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-349-1263 rebelleartisanbagels.com
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agels and some cream cheeses are Kosher and produced under the supervision of Rabbi Barry Dolinger of Lighthouse Kosher. Store is temporarily closed. Bagels are available for online ordering and weekend pickup. Also available at some farmer’s markets.
Root 6 Broadway Newport, RI 02840 (401) 847-2727 rootonbroadway.com
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ffering thoughtful, approachable, plant-based foods with an emphasis on quality, presentation and customer service under the kashrut supervision of Rabbi Marc Mandel of Touro Synagogue.
Stop & Shop Supermarket Bakery 333 West River St. Providence, RI 02909 401-861-9300, ext. 1
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airy and pareve baked goods under supervision of KVH (New England Vaad).
TA’AM to Go, a JCS program 3 Shalom Drive Warwick RI 02886 401-732-0037 JCSRI.org Deb Blazer, executive chef Debb@tamariskri.org
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A’AM to Go Kosher catering, owned and operated by the Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence, provides Glatt Kosher Foods. In addition to special events, TA’AM offers Kosher catering for nursing home residents and ill or homebound community members. All food is prepared under supervision of Vaad Harabbanim of America.
Tova’s Catering, Inc. 253 Mansfield Ave. Norton, MA 02766 508-286-2242 tovascatering.com Tova Yarmush, owner planner@tovascatering.com
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osher catering that offers fully-catered weddings, Bar/Bat mitzvahs, birthdays, graduations and any other special occasion. Individually prepackaged meals available for all events. All menus available online. Drop-off/delivery available for events as well.
Food & Fun Veggie Fun 123 Dorrance St. Providence, RI 02903 401-270-4700
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an-Asian vegetarian restaurant under the kashrut supervision of Rabbi Barry Dolinger of Lighthouse Kosher. Only take-out on UberEats. Search “Veggie Fun” on Facebook for more information.
Wildflour 727 East Ave. Pawtucket, RI 02860 401-475-4718 wildflourveganbakerycafe.com
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egan bakery and juice bar is under kashrut supervision of Rabbi Barry Dolinger of Lighthouse Kosher.
Zayde’s Market at Cobb Corner 15 Washington St. Canton, MA 02021 781-603-7051 zaydesmarket@aol.com Zaydesmarket.com @zaydesmarket on Twitter zaydes_market on Instagram
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osher market and caterer features fresh-cut meats and poultry along with fullservice catering, freshly prepared foods and specialty groceries.
50 2021–2022 Guide to Jewish Living Supervision by The Rabbinical Council of New England (KVH). Deliveries throughout New England – will do anything a customer needs (e.g., delivery, drop-off, curbside, in-store needs). Call with any accommodations needed.
KOSHER CERTIFICATION Rhode Island Kosher 401 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-830-3570 Rikosher.org Rabbi Shaul Gallor, Kashrus coordinator Rabbi Raphie Schochet, rabbinic coordinator
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hode Island’s premier Kosher certification agency serving southern New England. Check our website for pop-up kosher catering events!
Lighthouse Kosher 55 Cromwell St., Suite 1D Providence, RI 02907 516-902-6346 lighthousekosher.org Rabbi Barry Dolinger rabbid@lighthousekosher.org
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e’re an orthodox rabbinic Kosher supervision service that partners with area food businesses to provide Kosher certification. We promote thoughtful connection to food, community and the land that feeds us. We provide free Kosher supervision, fight for
Food & Fun environmental stewardship and animal welfare by shining light on the ways we eat and source our food, and promote spiritual connection in an age of disconnection.
GIFTS, GOWNS & JUDAICA
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any synagogues have gift shops, “white elephant” sales and/or holiday bazaars.
Miriam Hospital Gift Shop, The 164 Summit Ave. Providence, RI 02906 401-793-2520
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ells classical gifts and Judaica items. Proceeds benefit the hospital. Closed for renovation; reopening fall 2021.
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Food & Fun Wedding Wear Gemach of Pawtucket Congregation Ohawe Shalom 671 East Ave. Pawtucket, RI 02860 Nita Pliskin at 401-725-3886 or 401-439-8574 Linda Kessler at 401-556-3216
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ends wedding gowns, evening gowns and children’s gowns; $250 for a wedding gown, $95 for an evening gown and $35 for a children’s gown requested. Donations of gently used wedding and evening wear appreciated. By appointment only.
Friends of Jewish Seniors’ Knit Shoppe 3 Shalom Drive Warwick, RI 02886 Tamarisk: 401-732 0037
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he Knit Shoppe, located at Tamarisk, makes and sells baby blankets, sweaters and notecards and is run by the Friends of Jewish Seniors of JCS.
MUSIC & MUSIC LESSONS Fishel Bresler’s Bands 401-273-9814 breslersmusic@gmail.com
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vailable for special events: Orthodox simcha music, klezmer and other Jewish music; folk, bluegrass, and other genres.
Fishel Bresler’s Music Lessons 401-273-9814 breslersmusic@gmail.com
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eaches clarinet, guitar, mandolin, ukulele, flute, harmonica, saxophone, recorder and to read music; beginners through advanced, all ages welcome.
Yarmulkazi Brown University Klezmer Band 401-273-7076 401-439-7281 klezmer.brown@gmail.com Steve Schwartz, contact steve@absteve.com
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vailable for simchas, parties, funerals and other klezmer needs.
52 2021–2022 Guide to Jewish Living Accounting for Taste – 46 Adler, Ruth Ben-Yehuda – 14 Adoption Options – 17 Ahava Catering – 46 AIPAC – 43 Alliance Educational Services – 11 Alliance Israel Desk – 43 Alliance Library of DVDs & CDs – 11 Basil & Bunny – 46 BBYO New England – 38 Birthright Israel – 43 B’nai Israel Cemetery – 35 Board of Rabbis of Greater RI – 37 Brown RISD Hillel Foundation, The – 9 Bryant University Hillel – 9 Bubbie’s Market – 46 By Chloe – 46 Camp Gan Israel West Bay – 38 Camp JORI – 38 Case Management-Basic Needs Assistance – 17 Chabad CHAI Center of West Bay – 31 Chabad House of Barrington – 31 Chabad House of College Hill – 9 Chabad House of Northern RI – 31 Chabad of RI Providence – 32 Chabad URI – 32 Chevra Kadisha of Newport County – 35 Community Relations Council (CRC) – 40 Congregation Agudas Achim – 23 Congregation Beth David of Narragansett – 32 Congregation Beth Sholom – 26 Congregation B’nai Israel – 24 Congregation Jeshuat Israel – 26 Congregation Mishkon Tfiloh – 26 Congregation Ohawe Shalom – 31 Congregation Or Chadash – 24 Congregation Sha’arei Tefilla – 31 Congregation Sharah Zedek – 32
Congregation Sons and Daughters of Ruth – 32 Congregation Sons of Israel and David Cemetery – 35 Congregation Sons of Jacob – 31 CoreConnectsRI – 40 Counseling Center – 17 David C. Isenberg Family Early Childhood Center – 6 Dwares JCC – 17 Eastside Marketplace – 47 Eides Family J-Space After School Program – 11 Fall River Jewish Home – 19 Falmouth Jewish Congregation – 22 Fishel Bresler’s Bands – 51 Fishel Bresler’s Music Lessons – 51 Freedman, Sandra – 14 Friends of Jewish Seniors – 41 Friends of Jewish Seniors’ Knit Shoppe – 51 Gan Adina Women’s Mikvah – 36 Garden Grille Cafe – 47 Gift of Israel (GOI) – 12 Grange, The – 47 Greater Providence Hebrew Free Loan – 18 Hadassah Rhode Island – 40 Harry & Esther Elkin Teen Initiatives – 12 Hillel Foundation at URI – 10 J-Camp at the Dwares JCC – 38 Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island – 16 Jewish Collaborative Services (JCS) – 16 Jewish Committee on Scouting – 39 Jewish Community Day School of Rhode Island (JCDSRI) – 7 Jewish Eldercare of Rhode Island (JERI) – 19 Jewish Federation of Cape Cod – 17 Jewish Enrichment Program – 7
Guide Entries Jewish Learning Institute – 12 Jewish Rhode Island – 19 Jewish War Veterans – 41 J Street Rhode Island – 43 J&W University Hillel – 10 Kesher Program – 18 Kosher Food Pantry – 18 Kosher Meals on Wheels – 20 Kosher Senior Cafés – 20 Lifeline RI – 19 Lighthouse Kosher – 50 Like No Udder – 47 Lincoln Park Cemetery (Chased Schel Amess Association) – 36 Louis and Goldie Chester Full Plate Kosher Food Pantry – 18 Mikvah, Gan Adina – 36 Mikvah, Rhode Island – 36 Miriam Hospital, The – 19 Miriam Hospital Gift Shop, The – 50 Miriam Hospital Women’s Association, The – 41 Mitzvah Matzos – 47 New England Academy of Torah (NEAT) – 7 New England Rabbinical College (NERC) – 12 Newport Havurah – 22 One Happy Camper – 39 Other Senior Resources – 20 PJ Library | PJ Our Way – 13 Plant City – 47 Project Shoresh – 13 Providence Eruv Corporation – 37 Providence Hebrew Day School (PHDS) – 8 Providence Kollel – 14 Rebelle Artisan Bagels – 48 Rhode Island Coalition for Israel (RICI) – 44 Rhode Island Israel Collaborative (RIIC) – 44
Guide Entries Rhode Island Jewish Historical Association – 42 Rhode Island Jewish Museum – 42 Rhode Island Kosher – 50 Rhode Island Mikvah – 36 Roger Williams University Hillel – 10 Root – 48 Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center, The – 14 Shalom Apartments I and II – 19 Shalom Baby – 18 Shalom Memorial Chapel – 34 Sharon Memorial Park – 36 StandWithUs – 44 Stop & Shop Supermarket Bakery – 48 Striar Hebrew Academy – 8 Sugarman-Sinai Memorial Chapel – 34 TA’AM To Go – 48 Taitelbaum, Shmuel, Rabbi – 36 Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence – 19 Temple Beth-El – 22 Temple Beth El of Fall River – 24 Temple Emanu-El – 24 Temple Habonim – 22 Temple Sinai – 23 Temple Shalom – 33 Temple Torat Yisrael – 26 Tifereth Israel Congregation – 26 TigerSharks Swim Team – 39 Touro Fraternal Association – 41 Touro Synagogue – 42 Tova’s Catering – 48 United Brothers Synagogue – 33 USY of Temple Emanu-El – 39 Veggie Fun – 48 Wedding Wear Gemach – 51 Wildflour – 48 Women’s Alliance of the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island – 41 Yarmulkazi Brown University Klezmer Band – 51 Zayde’s Market at Cobb Corner – 48
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Lifeline RI, JCS – 45
Brown RISD Hillel – 6
Mutual Engineering – 28
Bryant University Hillel – 44
Providence Hebrew Day School – 7
Camp JORI – 30
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Cohen Camps – 13
R.I. Jewish Historical – 11
Congregation Beth David – 23
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Schwartz Tree Care – 28 Shalom Memorial Chapel – 34 Sharon Memorial – 37 Sugarman Sinai – 35 Sundaes – 48 Swan Point Cemetery – 30 Tamarisk, JCS – 25 Temple Beth-El – 26 Temple Torat Yisrael – 22 Touro Fraternal – 32 Whitehouse, Sen. Sheldon – 42
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