Jewish Life
JCC Greater Boston provides a plethora of ways to add joy, meaning, and connection to your life.
We provide easy and comfortable entry points to Jewish holidays, traditions, and culture, as well as opportunities to interact and connect with your community.
Celebrate Jewish Values
At JCC Greater Boston, our Jewish Life offerings invite individuals and families to explore traditions, enrich connection, and find joy in belonging. From Welcome Baby programs that help new parents build community to PJ Library® storytimes, Shabbat & holiday celebrations, teen leadership opportunities like our Diller Teen Fellowship, and lifelong learning experiences, we provide warm and accessible entry points into Jewish culture, values, and community. Whether you're a newcomer seeking connection or a lifelong learner, there's a place for you to engage, grow, and thrive.
Programs for ages 0-4
Welcome Baby
Make us your first entry point to the Greater Boston community of young Jewish families. Welcome Baby is a great way to get to know your community…and each other!
Plus, receive FREE gifts when you welcome your baby.
Events for ages 0-12
PJ Library®
Receive FREE, high-quality Jewish-themed books each month for your family. Then, connect with the values in these stories and the people in your community at PJ Library events, meetups, playgroups, and more.
Celebrate & Rejoice
Shabbat & Jewish Holidays
Let us help you add joy, tradition, and meaning to your family’s Shabbat and holiday celebrations.
Repair the World
Diller Teen Fellowship
Participate in our premier leadership program for Jewish 10th and 11th graders, culminating in a trip to Israel.
Broaden your horizons
Lifelong Jewish Learning
Expand your mind through informal study and discussion as we reexamine Jewish texts and delve into commentary, uncovering they form a literary narrative. No prior knowledge required.
Meet the Team
Director of Jewish Life and Learning
Liz Levin
Director of Jewish Life and Learning
Liz is an accomplished Jewish educator with over 25 years of experience prior to joining JCC Greater Boston in 2021. She has held leadership positions in both formal and informal education programs, with a particular focus on project based learning. At JCC Greater Boston, Liz expertly incorporates Jewish values, learning, and experiences into programs across the organization, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team.
PJ Library Manager / Family Connector
Alyssa Kaitz
PJ Library Manager / Family Connector
Alyssa joined the PJ Library and Family Connector team at the JCC in fall 2022. She grew up in the JCC community, attended Jewish summer camp, spent a gap year in Israel, and has strong roots in the Boston Jewish community. Alyssa is thrilled to be on the team and is passionate about bringing high quality and creative programs to families, as well as sharing her love of PJ Library books.
