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Construction of the Eva G. Lipman Pickleball Complex, featuring eight covered pickleball courts with rain-protection siding allowing for all-weather play; to the left, the Zaban Family Sports Pavilion, a large covered multi-sport court with high-efficiency fans // Photo Credit: MJCCA
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MJCCA’s Capital Campaign Surpasses $36M
By Sasha Heller
One of the largest Jewish community centers in the country secures $36.4M in community support.
A large rock was thrown in the Decatur Jewish Center’s office window.
NewsAntisemitic Vandals Target Decatur Jewish Center
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
‘Sweet Alhambra’ ladies watch, Van Cleef & Arpels
Business BriefAuction Features TV Writers’ Prized Collection
By Compiled by AJT staff
The first part of the event started at Zafron Restaurant in Sandy Springs // Photo Credit: Martha Jo Katz
CommunitySigma Delta Tau ‘DAWG-ettes’ Reconnect
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
During the reception, Steven Cadranel posed with wife, Janet, and Tim Cohen, Senior VP of Hillel International.
April 17, 2024, 10:20 am
Cadranel Receives Hillel’s Marcus Visionary Award
Hillels of Georgia highlighted its strong support on campuses alongside student-voiced concerns over campus hate.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Construction of the Eva G. Lipman Pickleball Complex, featuring eight covered pickleball courts with rain-protection siding allowing for all-weather play; to the left, the Zaban Family Sports Pavilion, a large covered multi-sport court with high-efficiency fans // Photo Credit: MJCCA
April 17, 2024, 10:20 am
MJCCA’s Capital Campaign Surpasses $36M
One of the largest Jewish community centers in the country secures $36.4M in community support.
By Sasha Heller
The first part of the event started at Zafron Restaurant in Sandy Springs // Photo Credit: Martha Jo Katz
April 17, 2024, 10:20 am
Sigma Delta Tau ‘DAWG-ettes’ Reconnect
After five-plus decades, sorority sisters remember the “sleeping porch” and enjoying the best of times.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Rachel Fish has been an important advocate nationally for a more aggressive approach to confronting antisemitism in the schools.
April 17, 2024, 10:19 am
Sinai Program Tackles Schoolyard Antisemitism
Visiting scholar Rachel Fish maintains that part of the problem is the generation gap between young people and their parents.
By Bob Bahr
Atlanta Pride 2024 is scheduled for Oct. 12-13, which conflicts with Yom Kippur leading many Jewish supporters to brainstorm alternative plans on how to celebrate this year.
April 17, 2024, 10:19 am
Pride Weekend Conflict Won’t Deter Supporters
Atlanta Pride 2024 is scheduled the same weekend as Yom Kippur, meaning thousands of Jewish LGBTQ+ supporters must find a substitute weekend to celebrate their individuality.
By Sasha Heller
Rabbi Ephraim Silverman presented an award for courage and sacrifice to two Chabad of Cobb soldiers in Israel, including Zach Olstein, who was present at the event. Josh Asmarow, the other recipient, was with his unit in Israel.
April 17, 2024, 10:19 am
Chabad of Cobb Unites Community at Gala
The Champions Gala & Auction celebrated the theme of “transforming darkness into light.”
By Debbie Diamond
‘Sweet Alhambra’ ladies watch, Van Cleef & Arpels
April 17, 2024, 10:17 am
Auction Features TV Writers’ Prized Collection
Ahlers and Ogletree Auction Gallery presents iconic soap opera writer’s jewelry, art, and antiques in their Spring auctions.
By Compiled by AJT staff
Nearly 850 community members gathered at Brook Run Park on a chilly Sunday to take part in the 13th annual Daffodil Dash.
April 16, 2024, 10:20 am
13th Annual Daffodil Dash at Brook Run Park
More than 800 community members participated in the annual race.
By Compiled by AJT staff
Rabbi Eliyahu and Dena Schusterman celebrated Purim as Ken and Barbie.
April 16, 2024, 10:20 am
‘Barbie and Ken’ Dish Purim Fun at Chabad Intown
Ever welcoming, Chabad Intown made for a fun Purim night of comedy.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Eric Robbins will step down as CEO of Federation on June 30.
April 11, 2024, 3:09 pm
Robbins Resigns, Federation Searches for New CEO
Federation Board Chair Beth Arogeti announced that David Fisher will serve as interim CEO as the search for a permanent candidate ensues.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
A large rock was thrown in the Decatur Jewish Center’s office window.
March 27, 2024, 4:33 pm
Antisemitic Vandals Target Decatur Jewish Center
Rabbi Avremi Slavaticki discovered the window had been smashed, just a few days after the center’s new Torah dedication ceremony.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Philip Malone III, BMDC patient, and Dr. Joel Adler, honoree Chair // Photo Credit: Casey Nelson Photography
March 27, 2024, 10:30 am
Fundraiser Supports Ben Massell Dental Clinic
All proceeds from “Bright Smiles, Brighter Futures” will go toward funding the charitable oral health program.
By Sasha Heller
Members of the JFF staff, along with Board Chair Scott Anklowitz, enjoyed the evening together and showing support to those in the LGBTQ+ community currently on a family-building journey.
March 27, 2024, 10:29 am
JFF Hosts Pathways to Parenthood Celebration
The Jewish Fertility Foundation-Atlanta celebrates the expansion of their services, bringing financial support, along with their established emotional and educational resources to the LGBTQ+ community.
By Compiled by AJT staff
A Torah was dedicated to the Lubin family and three fallen soldiers // All Photos by Zoe Allison Gangemi 
March 27, 2024, 10:28 am
Decatur’s New Torah Lights the Way
Belgian-born Rabbi Avremi Slavaticki is adding a new component to Jewish life in Decatur, home to many Jews; but it has not always been so welcoming.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Lawyer, law professor, and author Alan Dershowitz has signed on to commit to the newly rebranded Jewish Future Promise.
March 27, 2024, 10:27 am
Jewish Future Pledge Rebrands
Alan Dershowitz signs on to support and endorse the Jewish Future Promise.
By Compiled by AJT staff
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