Barbara Black

Bio

I have been a member of CBI for more than 30 years — first joining so my daughter could go to religious school (as ALMA was called then). Over time, her interest pushed me into becoming an active CBI member and, much to my surprise, a regular Shabbat services attender. My daughter had her Bat Mitzvah in 1998 and I was part of an adult Bat Mitzvah group in 2005. I depend on CBI for community and am excited and amazed by its  growth — in diversity, membership, and activities. I am on the Preschool Education Committee and have been part of the Inclusion Task Force. In my non-CBI life, I am a retired Early Childhood educator and an avid Connecticut River rower. Being on the Board and serving as co-president has been a learning experience and, though I may question my sanity at times, I am honored to be a part of CBI leadership with so many amazing people!