Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo

06/10/2026

This summer, kids 18 and under can enjoy healthy lunches at 13 library branches. No income limits, no registration.

06/10/2026

Today at noon we have the wonderful opportunity to welcome Chef Uri Arnold back for his second of two cooking workshops this week (see photos for Uri's dinner last night).

***And we have a few spots open for last minute registration!

$36 per person
Location provided upon registration
An interactive, hands-on cooking workshop - participants will prepare kosher arayes: pita sandwiches stuffed with ground turkey, then baked.

Chef Uri Arnold is the chef and co-owner of two restaurants in our partnership region in the Western Galilee, including ‘Roots’ in the Old City of Akko, and ‘Arnold’s’ in Moshav Netiv HaShayara. In addition, he is one of the founders of "The Tourism Association in the Western Galilee." Recently, after a 25-year cooking career, Chef Uri started "Umami," a consulting, marketing, and branding company.

To secure a spot today, call Sherry Majewski at 419-724-0351 to register and find out the location.

06/09/2026

Maya Shoham, Regional Director within the Western Galilee Network at the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI), joined JFGT staff this afternoon for lunch and a discussion regarding on-the-ground perspectives about Israel, the work of JAFI, and the relationships that strengthen the bonds between our communities.

Maya has spent more than twenty years with the Jewish Agency, leading educational, community, and international partnership initiatives. Born and raised in Jerusalem and now living in Pardes Hanna, she currently oversees partnerships connecting Israeli communities with Jewish communities around the world. As a mother of five, including three children who have served in the military reserves during the past two years, she brings both professional expertise and personal perspective on life in Israel today.

Chef Uri Arnold, Marketing Director for Partnership2Gether, and his wife, Hila, joined us as well; we can't wait for his cooking workshops tonight and tomorrow when he will showcase the beauty of Israeli cuisine and culture with our Jewish Toledo community!

06/08/2026

Yesterday, Temple-Congregation Shomer Emunim and Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo’s JCRC hosted "Interfaith Civic Gathering: Renewing Hope and Commitment for America’s 250th." More than 55 participants from diverse religious and community backgrounds came together to reflect on the values that continue to shape our nation.

The gathering featured guided discussion around foundational American texts, including the Declaration of Independence and The New Colossus, with conversations focused on liberty, equality, civic responsibility, and hope.

We are grateful to Temple Shomer Emunim for partnering with us and hosting the event, and to the clergy and community leaders from many faith traditions who participated. Special thanks to Rabbi Delson for hosting and facilitating the gathering.

Finally, we also extend our gratitude to to the Jewish Partnership for Democracy for the support that made this meaningful gathering possible.

06/05/2026

The Friday Facts is now online for June 5, 2026:

https://mailchi.mp/jewishtoledo/friday-facts-where-toledo-jews-get-their-news-13366000?e=bc896ba69d

06/05/2026

Last night, more than 65 of Jewish Toledo’s women philanthropists spent a wonderful evening at JFGT’s annual celebratory event. We are so grateful for our Pearls, Pomegranates, Lions, and LOJE for their consistent dedication to keeping our community strong.

For more information on women’s philanthropy divisions, visit www.jewishtoledo.org/ways-to-give/womens-philanthropy.

06/03/2026

A shout out to our 60 & Better community members!

Meet Kendall, one of the Greater Cleveland Aquarium aquarists, as shares the fascinating life cycle of cownose stingrays — from pregnancy and birth to how pups grow and develop at Greater Cleveland Aquarium. Learn how these rays give live birth, why that doesn’t make them mammals, and how our animal care team helps monitor and support both moms and pups behind the scenes.

And join us
THURSDAY, JULY 9
for a BOAT CRUISE, AQUARIUM TRIP, AND KOSHER SHOPPING in Cleveland

All the details:
Board bus at 7 a.m., return around 6 p.m.
Campaign donors: $25 for transportation, lunch, and admission
Non-donors to the campaign: $50 for transportation, lunch, and admission
Bus location TBA

Visit the Greater Cleveland Aquarium, home to more than 2,700 fascinating aquatic animals. Explore seven immersive galleries, including an 11,000-gallon stingray touch pool and a 175-foot sea tube that brings ocean life up close. Our day in Cleveland will also include a lunch boat cruise aboard the Lady Caroline (www.ladycaroline.com/), followed by a visit to One Stop Kosher Grocery Store.

RSVP by Wednesday, July 1 online at https://jftoledo.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/ticket or with Sherry Majewski at 419-724-0351.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGH00LfrEQg

Ever wondered how stingrays raise their young? 🌊In this video, Kendall, one of our aquarists, shares the fascinating life cycle of cownose stingrays — from ...

05/29/2026

Friday Facts - 5/29/26

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05/29/2026

Join faith and community leaders from across Greater Toledo for an interfaith gathering honoring America’s 250th anniversary. Through a guided conversation rooted in the Declaration of Independence and other texts, participants will reflect on shared civic values like freedom, equality, and responsibility.

This welcoming event aims to strengthen relationships, bridge differences, and inspire renewed commitment to our democratic ideals. The program will include time for relationship-building and facilitated discussion.

In support of this program, Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo/Jewish Community Relations Council and Temple Shomer Emunim will each be receiving a $1,000 grant from A More Perfect Union: The Partnership for Democracy and its Faith250 initiative.
For the safety and security of our community, the location will be shared with registrants prior to the event.

FREE (light refreshments will be served)

Registration is required by Wednesday, June 3 online at https://jftoledo.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/ticket or with Sherry Majewski at 419-724-0351.

Questions? Contact Mary Bilyeu at 419-724-0405 or [email protected].

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