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Later this March – in the Hebrew month of Nisan – we celebrate the Exodus from Egypt and our plight for freedom, the plight that virtually all Russian-speaking Jews can personally identify with. We welcome you to join the diverse programs by COJECO and our community partners highlighted in this newsletter. Don’t miss the amazing […]

In our newsletter you will find unique virtual projects, events and initiatives: a virtual visit to Marvelous Mrs Maisel, Fairytale Shabbat, a Sentimental Journey to the Russian Jewish Montparnasse, How the USSR Tried to Turn Jews into Model Soviets, exploration of Jewish communities from Israel to Ethiopia, a close look at the fascinating story of […]

In this newsletter you will find unique virtual projects, events and initiatives: COJECO Virtual Academy of the Russian Jewish Heritage sessions, a virtual visit to Marvelous Mrs Maisel, exploration of Jewish communities from Israel to Ethiopia, an art ruffle, children’s activities, and important resources related to current challenges.

In our newsletter you will find unique virtual projects, events and initiatives: Shabbat celebrations, COJECO Virtual Academy of the Russian Jewish Heritage sessions, Jerusalem Tour, Tikkun Leil Shavuot events – traditional Shavuot Jewish study sessions that take place at night, lectures, Film Festival screenings, and kids activities.

In our newsletter we continue to share with you unique virtual projects, events and initiatives: Shabbat celebrations, COJECO Virtual Academy of the Russian Jewish Heritage sessions, lectures, concerts, kids and teenagers activities, and even a virtual single mingle. Enjoy these programs!

This year we celebrate Yom Ha’Atzmaut – Israel’s 72nd Birthday. The Jewish State is our pride and joy. In this letter we share with you a great variety of the community’s virtual programs, Israel’s Independence Day events, lectures and different activities for kids and adults.

There are multiple ways we, as citizens, get to influence local and national policies, as well as distribution of resources. Together, let’s make sure WE – The Russian-Speaking Jewish Community – ARE COUNTED!

We continue celebrating this very unusual Passover, as we enjoy the delicious matzah creations and retell the Exodus story to our children and grandchildren. We hope to overcome today’s challenges so we can enjoy this beautiful time of year to the full extent. In this week’s letter we share with you a variety of the […]

This Passover Eve is unlike anything we have ever experienced before. This night will be different from all the other nights indeed! In this letter we will highlight some of the broader community’s virtual programs, activities, lectures, tours for any age and taste – and, of course, Passover programs.

As we approach Passover, we wish that all the troubles pass us over and we are able to once again enjoy our families, friends, and community in person very soon. COJECO and the broader community continue to offer a great number of virtual programs, activities, lectures, tours for any age and taste. Please read on […]

We are pleased to offer you a great number of virtual programs, activities, lectures, tours for any age and taste. Please read on to find educational, engaging and entertaining content for everyone in your family. And, as importantly, we hope our programs also provide you with a sense of comfort, unity and belonging during these […]

As most of us are stuck at home, we have developed several fun and exciting virtual Jewish educational programs as well as gathered information from our community partners and colleagues on online events, performances, lectures and virtual tours for you and your children in hope that it will make your time together both enjoyable and […]

This year marks the 75th Anniversary of Allied Victory against Nazi Germany in WWII. What an honor for COJECO team to assist New York Post with this feature article about NY Russian-speaking Jewish WWII Veterans. So great that the story of their heroism and courage will now be better known.

Incredible COJECO BluePrint Fellowship events, community Purim celebrations, Museum Tours, book launches, summer programs for teens and so much more. Read on our March newsletter, register, become engaged and inspired! Hag Purim Sameach and Happy International Women’s Day!

We’re gearing up for the upcoming exciting events: COJECO NJ is offering cultural events for teenagers, adults and families, our COJECO BluePrint Fellows are organizing architecture workshops and theater performances.  Keep reading and we hope to see you at one or all of these events!