The mission of the Jewish Historical Society is to be our community resource for discovering,explaining, preserving, developing interest in, and enjoying the Jewish history of our region and elsewhere.

Description:
The activities of the society include maintaining archives of the Jewish presence in the region, outreach programs, speakers, and the Judaica Library located in the Jewish Community Center. The Library is run by volunteers. It is open to the public and maintains a collection of books on all aspects of Jewish life, both ancient and modern. People come into the Library to borrow books, do research, use the computer, relax, read a book. We try to maintain a friendly, inviting and pleasant atmosphere for people of all ages.

History:
The Library was started in 1985. It has about 3,000 books which include modern novels, reference materials, a holocaust collection, genealogical information, children's books and much more. Our goal is to be open from early morning to early evening so that as many people as possible can enjoy our resources.

Contact people:

Penny Wolff, Library Manager, (phone), (email) Gail Trell, Board President, (phone), (email)

Address:

Jewish Community Center 1035 Newfield Avenue Stamford, CT 06902 (See a map)

Web Site: None specified

Miscellaneous Information

Does your agency have weekend volunteer opportunities?
	Yes
Does your agency have evening volunteer opportunities?
	Yes
Does your agecny accept court ordered communituy service volunteers?
	No
Does your agency accept and coordinate group projects for corporate volunteers?
	No
Does your agency accept and coordinate group projects for youth volunteers?
	No
Does your agency accept youth volunteers ages 8-13 with adult supervision?
	No
Does your agency accept youth volunteers ages 14-18?
	No