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Rooted in Jewish culture, we envision a community where everyone feels valued, connected, and celebrated. We are a home for community that builds relationships, embraces differences, and embodies what Jewish life can be.
VALUES
Community - Bringing people together strengthens relationships and creates meaning and connection.
Joy - Celebrating life together, whether major milestones or simple moments, uplifts us all.
Care - Supporting neighbors through life's difficult times is an essential part of showing up for one another.
Respect - Being truly welcoming means embracing people of all backgrounds and identities.
Growth - Learning and curiosity are never-ending pursuits to be nurtured at all ages.
Generosity - Choosing to give inspires us to be our best selves.
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All NewsA Resilient Triumph: Thousands Gather for the Historic 30th Annual Boulder Jewish Festival
The Pearl Street Mall was transformed into a sea of energy, connection, and profound community spirit on Sunday, June 7, as thousands of attendees gathered to celebrate the 30th Annual Boulder Jewish Festival. The milestone event successfully bridged a morning of deep reflection with an afternoon of joy. Presented by the Boulder JCC, this year’s festival carried an undeniable weight and beauty, proving to be one of the most memorable and highly attended gatherings in the event’s three-decade history.
The festival opened at 11 am with a solemn and deeply moving commemoration on the Courthouse Lawn. Marking the one-year anniversary of the terrorist attack on the Boulder Run For Their Lives walk for the hostages, community leaders and elected officials took to the stage to honor the victims and speak to the enduring strength of the Boulder community. This period of remembrance featured powerful messages of comfort, resilience, and solidarity from an esteemed panel of public servants, spiritual leaders, and community pillars. The crowd listened intently to remarks from Congressman Joe Neguse, Boulder County District Attorney Michael Dougherty, and Boulder JCC Executive Director Jonathan Lev. They were joined by a dedicated group of community voices and clergy, including Rabbi Marc Soloway, Rabbi Fred Greene, Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz, Michelle Goldman, Ed Victor, and Susan Rona. Following these moving reflections, the festival beautifully transitioned into its main objective: a vibrant, proud, and joyful celebration of Jewish life, music, art, and culture.
Pull Up a Chair: A Special Shabbat Dinner for Boulder’s 50+ Community
There is something uniquely comforting about a Friday night. The rush of the week slows down, the candles are lit, and a sense of pause settles in. This June, the Boulder JCC is opening its doors to create that exact space for local adults aged 50 and better. On Friday, June 26, from 6 to 8 pm, you are invited to a catered Shabbat dinner designed entirely around connection, warmth, and great conversation.
If you’ve ever felt like it’s getting harder to find your people as time goes on, you aren’t alone. Whether you are a lifelong Boulderite, a recent transplant trying to navigate a new city, or someone looking to expand your social circle, this evening is for you. There are no expectations, no tests of prior knowledge, and no specific level of religious observance required. The goal is simple: to show up, share a delicious meal, and enjoy the company of others in a welcoming environment.
Explore Jewish View of the Soul and the Afterlife
What happens to the soul after we die? How do ancient Jewish traditions speak to modern grief, and how can preparing for the end of life actually teach us how to live more fully today?
On Monday, June 8, the Boulder community will have a unique opportunity to explore these profound questions. The Boulder JCC, the Boulder Chevra Kadisha, and JADE (Jewish Association for Death Education) are co-sponsoring a special presentation featuring Rick Light, a renowned author, educator, and leading voice in Jewish end-of-life practices.
Rick’s presentation will delve deeply into Jewish perspectives on the soul and the afterlife, tracing the evolution of these ideas from historical roots to modern interpretations. Far from being a somber academic exercise, the presentation will focus on how these theological views directly inform traditional Jewish practices at the end of life.