“The spiral is humanity’s oldest symbol, representing eternal change and reminding us that life is not a straight line. It symbolizes new beginnings, renewal and hope for the future.” Boy oh boy, do I wish I[...] From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: November 2018
Posted 7 years ago
Now that the mid-term elections are over, and Thanksgiving dinner tables await with all your friends and family members, you’ll have ample opportunity to debate and share same and opposing points of view. We all[...] From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: October 2018
Posted 7 years ago
Here’s a riddle for you – what do the following have in common: Spooky (but safe) costumes for Halloween, locking your iPhone while driving so you won’t be tempted to check out the latest while sitting at st[...] From the desk of CEO Judy Halper: September 2018
Posted 7 years ago
For the past 18 years, in coordination with Jewish Family Service of St. Paul, and support from the Minneapolis and St. Paul Jewish Federations, as well as many individuals and other sponsors, our community has ha[...] From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: March 2018
Posted 8 years ago
In this month’s issue of e-directions, you will find our 2017 Annual Report, which is also on its way to your home, tucked inside our Directions newsletter. I hope you will read the magazine cover to cover, or a[...] From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: February 2018
Posted 8 years ago
The hallways are stripped of artwork and plaques. Boxes are stacked wherever you look. Letterhead with our soon-to-be unusable Minnetonka address is hard to find. The parade of furniture liquidators, movers, and n[...] From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: January 2018
Posted 8 years ago
Time flies when you’re having a good time, as the saying goes. The longer I live, the more I realize time flies whether you’re having a good time or not! In just a couple of weeks, Jewish Family and Children[...] From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: December 2017
Posted 8 years ago
When mid-December comes around each year, I begin to crave daylight. Like everyone else, I notice how dark it is in the morning when it’s time to wake up and how quickly the daylight fades by mid-afternoon. The [...] From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: November 2017
Posted 8 years ago
Glancing out my office window, I see nothing but blue skies and sunshine, and I feel lucky and grateful. Some people might think, “Really????” – November in Minnesota is typically a bit gray and dreary. And [...] From the desk of CEO Judy Halper: October 2017
Posted 8 years ago
Have you heard the good news—unemployment is at 4 percent in Minnesota! But before we break out the champagne, release the confetti and balloons and begin the parade, I should mention that it’s a bit premature[...]