Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester

06/23/2026

We need 6-7 host families this summer to welcome Israeli campers for just 3 days. Could that be you? Open your home and help create connections that last far beyond camp: https://form.jotform.com/251053837345154

06/23/2026

As a proud sponsor, we are thrilled to partner with the Louis S Wolk JCC of Greater Rochester to welcome producer Nancy Spielberg to town!

Join us for the screening of her deeply moving documentary, A Letter to David. Directed by Tom Shoval, this award-winning film is a personal look at brotherhood, memory, and resilience, following actor David Cunio before and after his captivity following October 7th.

Secure your seats today: https://jccrochester.ludus.com/show_page.php?show_id=200532983


https://www.rochesterfirst.com/adam-interviews/nancy-spielberg-to-visit-rochester-for-a-letter-to-david-screening/

Rochester, N.Y. (WROC) — As part of the JCC of Greater Rochester’s Jewish Film Festival, Nancy Spielberg will appear in Rochester next month. Spielberg produced a film that documents a family’s nig…

06/22/2026

Help your kids stay engaged throughout the summer with PJ Library! Each month, they’ll get free books that spark curiosity, build Jewish identity, and keep them turning pages. Sign up at https://ow.ly/1iXR30sWHqP.

PJ library ROC

06/22/2026

The Jewish world mourns the passing of Israeli artist Yaakov Agam at 98. Agam’s work encompassed the monumental - like his famed sculpture/fountain in Dizengoff Circle in Tel Aviv - to the personal and spiritual, like his kiddish cups and other ritual objects. Of course his famous multi-angular painting style (known as Agamographs) and vibrant colors set his art apart from the mainstream, and laid a bold course for other artists to follow. May his memory be a blessing.

06/22/2026

Jewish Home’s “Come Be You” advertising campaign continues to receive recognition for its empowering and engaging messaging and imagery. Recent awards were granted by four entities — national honors from the Healthcare Advertising Awards and The Aster Awards and local recognition from the American Marketing Association and American Advertising Federation.

The campaign celebrates older adults living their best lives who want to "be themselves," rather than being defined by their age, with Jewish Home positioned as a welcoming, vibrant, and supportive community. Read more at https://www.jewishhomeroc.org/jewish-homes-come-be-you-advertising-campaign-continues-to-be-recognized-with-national-and-local-awards/.

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day and first day of summer!

Thank you to the fathers who teach tradition at the Shabbat table, who model leadership in community, who share Jewish values with the next generation, and make summer memories infused with Jewish joy.

06/20/2026

06/19/2026

06/19/2026

Read our Shabbat Message from our CEO, Gustavo Rymberg: https://mailchi.mp/jewishrochester.org/shabbat-shalom-from-gustavo-rymberg-6192026

06/19/2026

This Shabbat, recognize Juneteenth and recommit to the sacred work of pursuing justice and freedom for all. The Jewish value of “tzedek, tzedek tirdof” (justice, justice you shall pursue) calls on us to build communities rooted in equity, dignity, and justice for everyone. Shabbat Shalom.