Author Archive for Leora Itman

Leora Maccabee Itman is the President of Jewfolk Media, Inc. and Editor in Chief of TCJewfolk.com. She grew up benefiting from many great Twin Cities Jewish institutions, and is thrilled to use this blog to give back to the community that is such a strong part of her identity. Leora is an attorney at Maslon Edelman Borman & Brand LLP. Contact her at Leora@tcjewfolk.com.

Theater Latte Da's "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Photo by Michal Daniel.

Theater Latté Da’s “Spelling Bee” is S-W-E-E-T and F-U-N

TC Jewfolk’s review of Latté Da’s “Putnam County Spelling Bee” at the Ordway. “It’s fun. Go see it. And bring your kid brother.”

Beth Jacob Congregation, Mendota Heights

Synagogue Seating Request Form for Yom Kippur

1. I would prefer to sit in the… (Check one:) ___ Talking section ___ No talking section

Renata Friedman in The K of D

Win Tickets to “The K of D: An Urban Legend” at Illusion Theater

Just in time for Halloween, win tickets to Illusion Theater’s haunting coming-of-age tale “The K of D.”

National Spelling Bee

Win Tickets to Theater Latte Da’s “The 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee” at the Ordway

Theater Latte Da is giving away tickets to this hilarious Tony-Award winning Broadway musical opening October 6th at the Ordway.

On Being Bullied, and Tikkun Olam, “Bully Project” Documentary Filmmaker Lee Hirsch Weighs In

On Being Bullied, and Tikkun Olam, “Bully Project” Documentary Filmmaker Lee Hirsch Weighs In

Reflections on “The Bully Project” and an interview with award-winning Director Lee Hirsch after a moving opening night at the Twin Cities Film Fest.

Win Tickets to “Broadway Songbook: The Words and Music of Irving Berlin” at the Ordway

Win Tickets to “Broadway Songbook: The Words and Music of Irving Berlin” at the Ordway

Gershwin called him the greatest songwriter that ever lived. Don’t miss it.

Twin Cities Film Fest Sure to Wow!

Twin Cities Film Fest Sure to Wow!

A slew of fabulous films, a great nonprofit at the helm, and TC Jewfolk is a co-sponsor. What more do you need to know?

You’re Invited: Listening Session with Senator Al Franken

You’re Invited: Listening Session with Senator Al Franken

Sen. Al Franken is talking about senior issues and listening to what you have to say about it. Shalom Home. Wednesday. You’re Invited.

TC Jewfolk Turns Two! Will You Give Us a Birthday Gift?

TC Jewfolk Turns Two! Will You Give Us a Birthday Gift?

Happy Birthday to Us! Read about what’s next for TC Jewfolk, our new nonprofit, and why a birthday gift from you would mean a lot.

New Jew to Town: TCJewfolk Interviews Rabbi Jennifer Gertman

New Jew to Town: TCJewfolk Interviews Rabbi Jennifer Gertman

TCJewfolk scores an exclusive interview with Temple Israel’s cool new Associate Rabbi, Jennifer Gertman.

Pouring Manischewitz for the Homies: “Black and Jewish”

Pouring Manischewitz for the Homies: “Black and Jewish”

Yeah, uh huh, you know what it is, Black and Jewish, black and Jewish… Don’t miss the video parody!

A Beautiful, Dazzling Encyclopedic Work: “Seeing Israeli and Jewish Dance”

A Beautiful, Dazzling Encyclopedic Work: “Seeing Israeli and Jewish Dance”

The American Jewish World newspaper takes a look at Judith Brin Ingber’s new art book, “Seeing Israeli and Jewish Dance.”

Laila Tov Amy Winehouse

Laila Tov Amy Winehouse

Jewish British singer Amy Winehouse is found dead. Leora weighs in.

Prayers and Action: Minnesota’s Jewish Community Responds to the Government Shutdown

Prayers and Action: Minnesota’s Jewish Community Responds to the Government Shutdown

Prayers, action, and letters to those in need. How Minnesota’s Jewish community is responding to the government shutdown.

"When You're a Jet"

The Jews Behind Broadway Hit “West Side Story,” Coming Soon to Minneapolis’ Orpheum Theatre

The Jews behind West Side Story… a teaser to make you proud, and a nudge to see the Broadway touring show at the Orpheum in July.