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UJF Pen Pal Program Reopens

Following the success of its Pen Pal Program, United Jewish Federation (UJF) is excited to reopen registration and welcome new families to take part in this cross-cultural experience, facilitated by Eden Refaelovich, UJF’s Shlichah (Israeli emissary). This unique initiative fostered meanin…

Discovering Sigd – A Beautiful Ethiopian Jewish Tradition

BY EDEN RAFAELOVICH

As an Israeli shlicha (emissary), I often ask myself: what can I share that’s meaningful, new, and connects us as a community?

This month, I’d like to introduce you to Sigd - a unique Ethiopian Jewish holiday. It’s celebrated 50 days after Yom Kippur (this year on…

You Spoke and We Are Listening!

The New Jewish Voice (NJV), a publication of United Jewish Federation (UJF) of Stamford, New Canaan and Darien, is the Jewish community’s newspaper, dedicated to keeping readers informed about people, organizations, and synagogues in the local community. Over 6,000 households receive the N…

Coming Together for Camaraderie and Whiskey

United Jewish Federation of Stamford, New Canaan, and Darien (UJF) has, for some time, been receiving requests for interesting ways to connect Jewishly. For many years, UJF has brought many different groups together that share common interests.  These include Women’s Philanthropy, NextGen…

Fall Brings Sweet New Arrivals

As the seasons begin to shift, United Jewish Federation (UJF) is delighted to welcome new babies into the Stamford, New Canaan, and Darien community. UJF Director of Programming and Engagement Jillian Moore delivered a Shalom Baby bag to the home of Noam and  Sarah Skolnick celebrating the …