Beyond Apples and Honey — Reimagining Rosh Hashanah Rituals for Grandparents
Rabbi Vanessa Ochs, Ph.D. will guide us in ways to reimagine Rosh Hashanah by adapting old traditions and bringing in new rituals.
We inspire and support grandparents to create meaningful and joyful Jewish connections with their grandchildren.
The Jewish Grandparents Network is a national organization that educates, connects, and supports grandparents as essential partners in enriching Jewish life across the generations.
We envision a world in which grandparents inspire vibrant Jewish families and communities, nurture Jewish pride and joy, and confidently model a love of Jewish heritage and values.
We seek to infuse our events and experiences with joy and meaning—and fun and silliness—to surprise and delight grandparents and grandchildren of all ages.
Rabbi Vanessa Ochs, Ph.D. will guide us in ways to reimagine Rosh Hashanah by adapting old traditions and bringing in new rituals.
Join JGN and Hannah Grossman of Repair the World to learn how volunteering side by side on a Thanksgiving service project can deepen your relationship with your grandchild and put Jewish values into practice.
Join JGN and Jo-Anne Tucker Zemlak for tips and tricks on planning and executing highly personalized, kid-centric travel experiences with grandchildren.
We’re excited to gather again in 2027 for a day featuring an inspiring keynote speaker, thought-provoking interactive sessions, and facilitated small group discussions designed to spark new ideas, practical takeaways, and deeper conversation.
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