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Jewish groups view violence with outrage, disgust
By Ron Kampeas (JTA) — AIPAC hardly ever pronounces on any issue that does not relate to Israel. It’s also loath to criticize a sitting president. But the preeminent pro-Israel
Encouraging the COVID-19 vaccine
Shelley Rosmarin helps oversee VacSeen’s grassroots efforts By Amy W. Sorter When it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine, the more people who are immunized, the higher the level of herd
Greif launches concierge physical therapy practice
The home stretch By Deb Silverthorn Dallas native Gabriella Greif has returned to her hometown to open GG-Physical Therapy, a mobile, cash-based, concierge physical therapy practice dedicated to bringing services
Dallas Jewish BookFest resumes Jan. 14
Educate, inspire, entertain By Deb Silverthorn The JCC’s Margot Pulitzer Dallas Jewish BookFest begins the second half of the season’s offerings starting at 7 p.m. Thursday. “We are very excited
Joel Cotter
Joel Cotter, 79, passed away on Jan. 6, 2020, alongside a loving family following a hard fought battle with cancer and COVID-19. It’s difficult to say Joel lost his fights,
Love, unity and the Exodus
By Rabbi Dan LewinParashat Vaeira Love, a strong inner movement to come closer to something or someone, is the first of the soul’s seven powers that make up our character.
Columnists
Some benefits of reading
Dear Families, I’ve confessed often about my “biblioholism” — there are definitely worse addictions! We, the People of the Book, have always promoted reading and learning. The wonderful tradition of
Supporting local businesses during the pandemic: Part 2
This is a continuation of Rabbi Fried’s column from last week, discussing why and how to support local Jewish businesses and organizations. The mitzvah: continued Although a website with lower
Timepiece, conversation piece
I sat at the computer to write this not long after I turned off the TV, unable to watch any more of the hateful chaos filling my screen. My head
Recipes
Perfectly spiced, quick to make and oh-so-juicy
Shwarma chicken kebabs By Chaya RappoportThis recipe originally appeared on The Nosher. If you think chicken kebabs sound boring, I don’t blame you. Usually they are. And dry. But not
In honor of our 50th: Richard’s faves
By Tina WassermanThis column is a personal one, but it will still have recipes that you can enjoy throughout the year. Many years ago, I met a guy the day
Tart, cheesecake among dairy best for Shavuot
By Tina WassermanMany reasons have been given over the centuries as to why we eat cheese on Shavuot. Originally a harvest holiday to celebrate the beginning of the wheat harvest
