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Thousands of Jewish children have begun their summer adventure as the Federation of Jewish Communities (FJC) ‘Gan Israel’ JSummer camp network openes in more than 60 branches across the former Soviet Union, bringing joyful and meaningful Jewish experiences to communities in nine countries: Ukraine, Belarus, Russia, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Estonia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Moldova • Read More, Photos
Thousands of Jewish students studying in the Federation of Jewish Communities’ ‘Or Avner’ Jewish Educational Network celebrated the conclusion of the 2026 academic year with festive “Last Bell” ceremonies held across more than ten countries of the former Soviet Union • Read More, Photos
After a year of learning, preparation, and personal growth, 100 outstanding teens from Jewish communities across Russia and Belarus gathered near Moscow for a memorable Bar and Bat Mitzvah celebration organized by EnerJew, the Jewish youth movement of the FJC • Read More
The restoration and refurbishment of the historic synagogue in Rybinsk, has officially begun, marking a significant step in the revival of Jewish life in the city and surrounding area. The project aims not only to preserve a treasured architectural landmark, but to reestablish the synagogue as a vibrant Jewish community center serving local Jewish families of all ages • Full Story, Photos
Thousands of Jewish students in Ukraine’s FJC Or Avner schools marked the start of the school year with traditional First Bell ceremonies—some interrupted by air‑raid sirens. Amid ongoing threats, educators, students, and families showed remarkable resilience, blending safety with tradition as the shofar sounded and classes began, supported by comprehensive security measures and community programs • Full Story, Photos
Boys from the FJC Alumim Children’s Home in Zhytomyr, Ukraine, celebrated their Bar Mitzvah in Ashkelon, Israel—where they now live with their friends—three years after fleeing under fire at the outbreak of the crisis • Full Story, Photos
Zalmy Engel – Australia/Crown Heights to Mirale Simon – Crown Heights
L’Chaim: Wednesday, 23 Tammuz, in Anshei Lubavitch
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Baby girl to Chananya and Elisheva Roth – Baltimore, MD
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Baby boy to Yechezkel and Chana (nee Rappaport) Landa — Crown Heights
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Zalmy Hirsch (ben R’ Yossi) – Pomona, NY to Feigy Arnauve (bas R’ Eliezer) – Paris, France
L’Chaim: Tonight (Tue) at Simcha Hall, 8:30 PM
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