Discovering disappearing small-town Jewish communities in the US shows America's best - opinion
Small-town synagogues often function not just as religious institutions but as unique centers for education and community engagement.
The Junior Congregation of B'nai Israel of Auburn, New York in a photo from the "Golden Jubilee Journal" created by members to mark the synagogue's 50th anniversary in May 1953.(photo credit: AUSTIN REID/JTA)
