Hava Nagila (The Movie): The Review
A new film that explores the song we all know, but know nothing about.
Category: Arts & Culture
Jewish Community Action’s Immigrant Seder Celebrates Freedom
Each year at Passover, Jews come together to tell the story of Exodus and celebrate our emancipation from bondage. For the past ten years, Jewish Community Action (JCA) has shared this tradition with our neighbors at the annual Immigrant Freedom Seder.
Theater Review: Compulsion Or The House Behind
The current production of “Compulsion, or the House Behind”, from the Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company, provides a “behind the scenes” twist about the life of a man who became consumed by Anne Frank.
New Jew in Town: Making Friends and the New Shabbat Dinner
Between Craigslist Shabbat dinners, an airbnb-esque Shabbat website, and Federation’s community concierge, making connections has never been easier.
Heroes Among Us: An Evening With Tony Mendez
Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity as CIA’s former Chief of Disguise Tony Mendez, the hero of ARGO, offers his take on his time with the “Company.”
TC Jewfolk Review: Doubt, An Opera About The Catholic Church
We take an opera about improper conduct in the Catholic Church and tell you how it’s Jewish. Doubt is now playing at the Minnesota Opera.
Local Jews Release REON: The Future of Contacts
The search engine for contacts, REON tags the time and location when new contacts are entered. Custom QR codes allow for instant and accurate contact sharing.
Check This Out: TENT: Encounters with Jewish Culture
Tent is three different workshops in three different cities this summer focusing on comedy, creative writing, and theater. Tent is for twenty-somethings interested in ways of being Jewish beyond religion and politics.
Jerusalem: A Masterpiece Of Israeli and Palestinian Cooking
Jerusalem, a new cookbook by Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi explores the rich history and culture of Jerusalem through the food traditions of one Israeli and one Palestinian.
You’re Invited: Herzl Camp Shabbat Dinner
One day in August, my daughter had an experience that changed her view of the Jewish camp experience. She (and I) can’t wait to go back.
Free Tickets to Opening Night of the Minneapolis Jewish Humor Fest
We’re giving away two free tickets to opening night of the 2013 Minneapolis Jewish Humor Fest. Get a taste of matzoh balls and meatballs with Linda Belt and Greg Vaccariello.
The Great Rabbino Wraps Up the Jewish NFL Season
Our resident sports expert, The Great Rabbino (Rabbi Jeremy Fine), checks in with all the Jewish NFL athletes and gives out his Player of the Year Award.
The Year 2012 In Sports
2012 was a year full of highs and lows for Jewish sports and athletes. Here are the ones that stood out, for better and for worse, in this athletic year.
Top Posts Of 2012
As we say goodbye to a fantastic 2012, we look back at some of the highlights this past year on TC Jewfolk.
Help J-Pride Serve GLBTQ Jewish Community Year-round
J-Pride would like to have a much larger year-round presence in the community and is seeking your help through a survey.
The Cool Sides of Christmas
There are plenty of things to hate about Christmas. But I have to say, even for a Jewish guy, Christmas is actually pretty cool. It even inspired a new song, “A Minnesota Christmas.”
Not Sure What To Do On Christmas? TC Jewfolk Has You Covered
A list of Chinese food restuarants, other restuarants, movies, and activities that are all open on Christmas. It’s not nearly comprehensive, so add your favorites in the comments.
You’re Invited: Jewbilee 2012 On Christmas Eve
On a night when everywhere but Chinese restaurants and movie theaters are closed, First Avenue opens its doors to the Jews for a rocking party: Jewbilee 2012. Music, comedy, drinks and more!
You’re Invited: Tzedakah Bowl XV on Christmas Day
A day of family-friendly activities including a 36-foot obstacle course, face painters, balloon twisters, arts and crafts donated from creative kidstuff. Hang out with the Jewish community at the Metrodome. You’re Invited.
You’re Invited: ENGAGE! 2013
Register for ENGAGE! 2013, a night of learning and fun, presented by the St. Paul JCC and Talmud Torah of St. Paul with support from the Jewish Federation of Greater St. Paul.
Elf The Broadway Musical — A Christmas Extravaganza!
Elf The Musical makes a “sparkle jolly twinkle jingly” splash at the Ordway this month!
