Posts by Trevor Geiger
JCA COVID-19 POLICY UPDATE
The JCA prioritizes the health and safety of our community members, visitors and staff. Because we run a preschool and programs that serve young children who cannot yet be vaccinated, strict adherence to our COVID-19 safety protocols is essential, whether or not there are children in the building. Our policies are subject to change as…
Read MoreCenter Day Camp Updates: End of Summer 2021 Session One and New Website
Center Day Camp wrapped up an incredibly successful first session last week, and we are so proud of the bonds and friendships that were created while maintaining a healthy, safe, fun environment! Though it was difficult to skip a summer last year, the excitement, energy, and passion for camp is stronger than ever! The future of…
Read MoreGrants Help Fund Distribution of One Million Diapers in Maine
Additional support from the Sara Gideon for Maine campaign strengthens the Michael Klahr Jewish Family Services Diaper Bank for the year to come FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 14, 2021 – Portland, ME Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, Michael Klahr Jewish Family Services (KJFS) Diaper Bank has received over $100,000 in grants and donations from 20…
Read MoreKJFS Newsletter Volume 1 – July 2021
Please enjoy the First Volume of our new “KJFS News” Quarterly Newsletter. Click here for the PDF version or read on below. To be added to the “KJFS News” mailing list please email Adam at aseigal@mainejewish.org.
Read MoreTragedy in Miami – Assistance Fund
We echo the sentiment shared by Jewish Federations of North America and are sending healing thoughts to Miami. Please read the following statement from JFNA Chair Mark Wilf and President & CEO Eric Fingerhut, and consider a donation if you are able: Like everyone, we are following the news from Miami with horror and…
Read MoreKJFS Featured on WGME’s “Food Bank Friday”
Thanks so much to WGME CBS 13 News, Portland and Karah Brackin for visiting Michael Klahr Jewish Family Services today and talking about the ways people can help us make a difference! View the story and video here: https://wgme.com/features/food-bank-friday/michael-klahr-jewish-family-services-helps-mainers-in-need
Read MoreWendy Getchell joins JCA as Director of the Goldman Family Preschool
We are thrilled to announce that after a competitive, national search, Wendy Getchell will join the JCA as Director of the Goldman Family Preschool! Wendy comes to the JCA from Breakwater School, where she has been Director/Coordinator of early childhood Aftercare and Day Programs since June 2016. Wendy has a deep appreciation for the culture…
Read MoreCenter Day Camp Seeking Counselors for Summer 2021
Create memories and build skills that will last a lifetime. Center Day Camp is seeking Camp Counselors to join our team for the Summer of 2021! APPLY NOW: centerdaycamp.org Calendar: June 16th-August 13th Job Type: Seasonal Contract Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Monday – Friday Job Summary: We are hiring enthusiastic and mature leaders to work at Center Day Camp…
Read MoreKJFS Announces Food Box Curbside Pickup & Deliveries
Michael Klahr Jewish Family Services is thrilled to announce that beginning April 27th we will be offering food box pickups at the JCA, along with deliveries directly to homes of individuals and families in Cumberland & York Counties. The food boxes have been generously provided by Wayside Food Programs and include a variety of non-perishable items. We…
Read MorePassover Programs 2021
Happy Pesach everyone! Time to clean house, stock up on matzah, rid yourself of pesky chametz, and rehearse your Da-Dayenu‘s. As we prepare for yet another very different Passover, here are some great Passover Programs, Virtual Seders, and Pesach Resources to help you celebrate with your community here in Maine. HEBREW SCHOOL CHOCOLATE SEDER Presented…
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