The hustle and bustle of the week released in a communal exhale on Friday, February 2. Young and old, families and volunteers, welcomed Shabbat and the annual Friendship Circle Shabbaton. Kabbalat Shabbat services kicked...
On a busy day in the LifeTown Shoppes, Cheryl Greenwald seems to be everywhere, all at once. She’s greeting school groups, getting them oriented and settled and on their way into activities; she’s checking...
At the kiosk in front of the LifeTown movie theater on a recent Thursday, Lindsay Kreinberg was ready. She had measured, popped, and bagged the popcorn. “Would you like some popcorn?” she asked, as...
Bob Schultz could often be found sitting on the bench near the LifeTown playground, beaming. Just observing the kids at play brought him joy. Naturally shy, he had a sharp mind, a huge heart,...
Savor the sweetness of a Shabbat at LifeTown Feb. 3-4. From sundown to the following nightfall, families can relax as their kids take advantage of all the facility has to offer. We’ll start with...
Hectic Sunday mornings slow down just a little bit for parents at LifeTown. After dropping their children off for Torah Circle, Arthur’s Coffee is open for business. That means there’s coffee and bagels with...
Adult volunteers, including teams from nearby companies and organizations, are learning that volunteering at LifeTown is good for the soul and provides an opportunity for local engagement. In one week in early December, volunteer groups...
Cheering erupted in the gym as Ava made another basket. “Ava, you can shoot! You go, girl,” a volunteer called out to her. In the far corner, a trio of volunteers with rackets in their...
On Sunday, December 25, LifeTown transformed into Chanukah wonderland. Entire families came to spend the day together, engaging in activities galore: donut decorating, game shows, candle-making, and more. While three-year-old Basya, who had come...
On the third night of Chanukah, juggling, magic and fire highlighted the celebration at LifeTown. Guests took part in a festive dinner at tables decorated with large candles, featuring glimmering gold and blue dreidels...