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Book Fair Author Lisa Miller’s “Heaven” Agonizing or Thought-Provoking, Depending on You

Book Fair Author Lisa Miller’s “Heaven” Agonizing or Thought-Provoking, Depending on You

Is heaven a place? Who gets to go? Will you see your spouse there? What about your dog? Don’t pack your bags yet, but join Sarah once again as she journeys through the pages of Lisa Miller’s book ‘Heaven.’

A Random Walk With Rashi: Schlemiel! Schlimazel! Hasenpfeffer Incorporated!

A Random Walk With Rashi: Schlemiel! Schlimazel! Hasenpfeffer Incorporated!

Abraham and Sarah request the honor of your presence at a feast to celebrate the weaning of their son, Isaac. BYOB.

A Random Walk With Rashi: With Radical Amazement

A Random Walk With Rashi: With Radical Amazement

Join us as we reconvene and find Sarah in a shtik nachas.

Novel “Comedy in a Minor Key” a Gripping Wartime Story

Novel “Comedy in a Minor Key” a Gripping Wartime Story

“Comedy in a Minor Key” a dark comedy of wartime manners that is impossible not to enjoy despite the serious subject.

“The False Friend”: Goldberg’s New Novel a Fascinating Trip Through Truth and Memory

“The False Friend”: Goldberg’s New Novel a Fascinating Trip Through Truth and Memory

“The False Friend” transports to all the places a book could take me, shouting its relevance way beyond the experience of Celia, now 31, looking back to her 11-year-old-self. Read the book, then come to the St. Paul JCC to hear Myla speak.

“Must Read” Jewish Books of 2011

“Must Read” Jewish Books of 2011

The holidays are over, the coffee-table books have all been unwrapped and set aside, and winter isn’t going anywhere. Settle in for some good reading. Literary critic D. G. Myers here presents the 38 best Jewish books of 2011, all of which merit your attention.

Yemen Blues’ Well-Meaning Reach Exceeds Its Grasp

Yemen Blues’ Well-Meaning Reach Exceeds Its Grasp

Ravid Kahalani, the frontman for Yemen Blues, has a message to deliver. I just wish Kahalani would shut up and let the music do the talking for him.

Cinderella and the Prince. Photo by Peter Myers.

“Cinderella” at the Ordway Perfect for Those Looking for Magic

There’s no question, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical “Cinderella” at the Ordway is one the most enjoyable performances I’ve seen in town this year. Don’t miss it and bring your daughters and sons (in princess and prince wear).

A Random Walk With Rashi:  Goodfathers

A Random Walk With Rashi: Goodfathers

“Funny how? I mean, funny like I’m a clown? I amuse you? I make you laugh? How am I funny? Tell me. Tell me what’s funny.”

Matisyahu Shaves Beard, Changes His Act

Matisyahu Shaves Beard, Changes His Act

Matisyahu is going through a change in his life. It’s apparent that he’s had a moment of clarity, and he’s running with it.

A Random Walk With Rashi:  You Run the Numbers

A Random Walk With Rashi: You Run the Numbers

Fred and Adele meet Fred and Ginger.

A Random Walk With Rashi:  Gnomons R Us

A Random Walk With Rashi: Gnomons R Us

Previously, on Gerar Law – Abimelech, Sarah, orifices, intercessory prayer, Isaac. You know the routine.

A Random Walk With Rashi – A Blast From the Biblical Past

A Random Walk With Rashi – A Blast From the Biblical Past

Return with us now, to those thrilling days of yesteryear. Hi Yo Silverman! Away!

A Random Walk With Rashi: Hardy Har Har

A Random Walk With Rashi: Hardy Har Har

You talking to me? I’m the only one here. You talking to me?

A Little Yiddishkeit With The Frumkisses at the Twin Cities Jewish Book Fair

A Little Yiddishkeit With The Frumkisses at the Twin Cities Jewish Book Fair

A bitsl of drama with Michael Wex’s “The Frumkiss Family Business.” Read the review, and hear the author speak on Saturday at the Twin Cities Jewish Book Fair’s Closing Event.