Pearlstone to Celebrate Its 25th Anniversary in October
Jakir Manela and Richie Pearlstone at the dedication of the Retreat Addition (Courtesy of Adamah) When Richie Pearlstone’s father died, he wanted to honor his memory. His father was avid…
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Rooted in Wonder: Rishonim and Avodah Bring Jewish Wisdom to the Wild
by rmellman | Aug 17, 2026 | From the Blog This summer, Camp Newman deepened a partnership with Adamah SFto bring campers something they can’t get in a bunk, a chadar ochel, or even on a typical hike:…
Putting Things in Reverse
By Sam Sobel Hello, reader! In case you missed the previous Baltimore Environmental Sustainability Network blogs, let me introduce myself. My name is Sam Sobel and I am the Baltimore Climate…
How Adamah Detroit Functions Like an Efficient Beehive
By Judy Front, Aug 24, 2026 Come learn more with me and other Adamah leaders at this year’s Adamah Community Summit on Sunday, Nov. 15, at Adat Shalom Synagogue. I…
The Temple Goes Solar
By Fran Putney, in the Atlanta Jewish Times The installation is expected to save the congregation as much as 11 percent on its power bills over time, potentially as much as…
Fight wildfires and other climate crises with this spiritual guide to catastrophe
Climate activists compile a Tisha B’Av prayer and repair repertoire aimed at healing a hurt environment. Adamah CEO, Jakir Manela was recently quoted in this Dayenu article published in The Forward.
Camp Isabella Freedman Marks Seven Decades of Community, Creativity, Friendship and Joy
This August, Camp Isabella Freedman will celebrate its 70th anniversary, welcoming adults ages 55 and older to a unique 10-day summer experience that combines recreation, lifelong learning, spirituality, creativity and…
Rooted in reciprocity: Adamah Farm grows food, community and connection
By Natalia Zukerman “This is phacelia,” Janna Siller said, as if introducing an old friend. Pausing beside a patch of violet blossoms humming with the work of tiny insects, Siller,…
What Happens When Jewish Values Meet Climate Action?
By Annie Wolock & Michael S. Simon, Adamah Climate Circle Beth Israel held a Shabbat dinner and tour of its garden. What happens when a community comes together to turn…
WTA Middle School Goes to Teva
Westchester Torah Academy’s fifth and sixth grade students recently enjoyed an incredible outdoor education trip to Teva at Isabella Freedman Retreat Center. Throughout the experience, students had the opportunity to connect with nature, build friendships and learn valuable lessons about environmental responsibility and teamwork.
SAR Academy Fifth Grade Enjoys Teva Trip
SAR Academy’s fifth graders enjoyed an unforgettable two-day adventure at Teva, located at the Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center. From hiking scenic trails and investigating stream ecology to farming, caring…
National Days of Jewish Service Earth Day Clean-up
Volunteers gathered hundreds of pounds of trash to make a meaningful impact on the local environment. Repair the World Atlanta and Adamah partnered for an Earth Day River Clean-Up, bringing…