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‘Last Rose of Shanghai’ blooms as 2022 Tycher Library read
By Deb Silverthorn A blossomed romance and the story of Jewish refugees from Germany who made their way to Shanghai, China, are the backbone of Weina Dai Randel’s “Last Rose
Primetimers start season, welcome new coordinator
The Sylvia Wolens Primetimers are in full swing and held their first event of the season Sept. 8 an apple tasting and class led by produce experts from central Market.
Beloved Rabbi Jimmy Kessler dies at 76
He led a legendary Texas life: Jewish historian, author, recounter of midrashim By Judy Bluestein Levin Jewish Herald Voice (Galveston) — Beloved Rabbi James Lee “Jimmy” Kessler, 76, who led
5783: a year of belonging
By Joshua Yudkin Holidays are tools that demarcate time, and perhaps the greatest gift Judaism has given to the world. Regardless of how you may choose to observe or celebrate
I am made in the image of the Creator
By Debbi K. Levy I’ve been trying to grow out of my need to “fit in” since I went to the Lamplighter School. The Lamplighter School worked diligently to invite
Know when enough is enough
By Rabbi Nancy KastenParashat Vayelekh None of us lives forever. We pray to be written into the Book of Life for the coming year while knowing that death is inescapable.
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All Jews are responsible for one another
By Rabbi Howard WolkParashat Nitzavim The Torah portion of Nitzavim is invariably read on the last Shabbat of the year. “Atem nitzavim ha-yom kulchem… — You are standing, before your
Parashas Nitzavim: the mitzvah of teshuvah
The Torah says, “For this mitzvah which I command you today — it is not hidden from you, and it is not distant. It is not in heaven for you
Find your joy
Dear Families, Elul is almost over and it is almost Rosh Hashanah. Hopefully we have used our month of reflection to really look at ourselves and prepare for the heavy
Recipes
Brisket wasn’t always on the table…
By Sarah Ogince (JNS) In June, tens of thousands of people descended on Tel Aviv’s Sarona Park to sample seitan, sprouts and seaweed. Vegan Fest — the largest gathering of
3 ways to enjoy an ancient favorite: barley
By Tina Wasserman In the time when the Holy Temple existed in Jerusalem, Jews from all over the land would come to Jerusalem for three major festivals, Pesach, Shavuot, and
Easy-to-make Passover recipes
By Tina Wasserman The following are some recipes that I think you might enjoy and find useful for your Passover or any meal during the holiday. Easy to make, do
