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Jewish Youth Connection

It can be a little lonely as a Jewish teen in Maine—so the Center for Small Town Jewish Life is excited to offer the Maine Jewish Youth Connection, bringing together Jewish teens from across the state for learning, togetherness, and fun. We offer six one-off events throughout the year and throughout the state. Attend at least three of the six events to be eligible for our big overnight Teen Shabbaton!

If you know teens we should be connecting with, please let us know or just pass this information along. We’re always excited to meet new friends! If you have questions, please reach out to Mel at [email protected]

Register for Our Next JYC Event!
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Jewish Teens Coming Together for Learning and Playing

Our JYC events for the 2026-27 school year will take place at various locations in Maine on the following dates:

  • August 30—register now!
  • October 18
  • November 7 (as part of the Fall Shabbaton) 
  • December 20
  • January 10
  • March 22

Our big Teen Shabbaton trip will be April 1 – 4, 2027. 

If you have any questions, please be in touch with Mel at [email protected].

And if you don’t want to miss any news from us, sign up for updates here!

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Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8

Join Us at the Fall Shabbaton

We have lots of fun, food, and learning in store for all you teens who join us at the Fall Shabbaton.  Check out the schedule at the link below, and sign up to be part of this awesome weekend.

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