Community Review

CEO Letter 5.21.21

By Jenn Ross

This summer should be much brighter and lighter than last year.  For starters, Green Hills will be open this year for JCC Summer Camp and all of our members!!!!!

I’m incredibly grateful to our hardworking dedicated staff for making this happen and hope to see you there soon…

PJC Statement on the Rise of Domestic Anti-Semitism

On May 27, 2021, the Pennsylvania Jewish Coalition released the following statement on the rise of domestic anti-Semitism:

The Pennsylvania Jewish Coalition (PJC) has grave concerns regarding the rise in anti-Semitic hate crimes both locally and nationally.

Since the recent fighting in Isr…

Historic B’nai Jacob May Be Jewish Community’s Best Kept Secret

By Mary Klaus

 

Although it may not have a rabbi, a religious school, or its own cemetery, Historic B’nai Jacob has a rich heritage and a warm, welcoming congregation second to none.

Located at Nissley and Water streets in Middletown, B’nai Jacob stands as a testament to 117 years of…

JACK POWELL

Jack Matthew Powell, of Harrisburg, passed away peacefully on the morning of March 28, 2021. He was predeceased by his parents Herbert and Sylvia Powell and brothers Saul and Paul Powell. He is survived by his daughters, Melissa and Elyse, son in-law, Jeff and grandson, Levi, along with many…

ELIZABETH KESSLER

Elizabeth Ann "Liz" Kessler, 35, of Harrisburg, passed away at home on Wednesday, March 31, 2021.

Born on February 17, 1986 in Harrisburg to Eric P. and Kristy (Snyder) Kessler. Liz was a graduate of Central Dauphin High School Class of 2004. She attended HACC and Kutztown University. She w…