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“Justice, Justice, Shall You Pursue”

The Community Action Working Group is only one of the many social action and social justice groups and activities blossoming at Netivot Shalom, including two new ones: an Immigrant Support Food Pod and the Netivot Social Justice Organizing Team. We are excited to share details of all of these initiatives…

Our Love Stories: Lara Hornbeck and John Erlich

We met at Netivot services in February 1999, when CNS was holding Shabbat morning services at the BRJCC. Lara arrived, looking for a place to sit, and sat down next to John. Lara says: “I thought I saw a wedding ring on John’s finger, and thought to myself, ‘I bet he’s a great husband!’ John was all…

April Schlanger’s Lentil Zucchini Fritters 

This is one of my favorite vegetarian recipes. Everyone who tries it, loves it. We served it at the gala. INGREDIENTS Lemony Yogurt: ¾ cup whole-milk yogurt 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice ½ tsp. sugar Kosher salt Fritters: 1 cup red lentils (masoor dal) 1 medium zucchini (about 5 oz.) ½ medium onion, thinly sliced…