Mall Of America’s Kashrut Boom
In 2018 the Mall of America got its first ever Kosher certified restaurant, Earth Burger. Located in the food court (below the movie theaters), Earth Burger is the first national […]
A European Journey & Remembering Amoz Oz
“No, I have no desire to go back for a visit: what for?” says Amos Oz’s aunt Sonia in A Tale of Love and Darkness, a recollection of Oz’s life […]
Who The Folk?! Eli Libson
Graphic artist Eli Libson has the very cool job of being the Senior Game Artist for Monster Games, but also is accomplished with display art that’s been at Uptown and […]
Minnesota Premiere of Ernest Bloch’s Sacred Service at Adath Jeshurun
By Hazzan Joanna Dulkin On Tuesday, October 1st, 1930, The Jewish Daily Bulletin ran a story with this headline: Ernest Bloch Working on New Music for Synagogue Service. The article […]
Point/Counterpoint: Attending 2019 Minnesota Women’s March
What’s the best decision?
Why Is There Controversy About The Women’s March?
Since the Women’s March in January 2017, there has been much excellent reporting on the ties that the organization’s co-chairs, Linda Sarsour and Tamika Mallory, have to the Louis Farrakhan, […]
Jewish Humor Festival Featuring Mix Of National, Local Talent
Despite transitioning to a new role, at the Sabes JCC, Twin Cities Jewish Humor Festival founder Claire Avitabile couldn’t pass up a chance to help Twin Cities Jewish Cultural Arts […]
JFCS Introduces New NextGen Coordinator David Lauer
David Lauer is JFCS’ new Development NextGen Coordinator. NextGen engages community members ages 21–36 through social events, volunteer and leadership opportunities, and a giving circle. Its mission is to provide opportunities […]
Jew Review: ‘Trotsky’ on Netflix
If the history of the Russian Revolution is something that tickles your fancy and you’re not afraid of subtitles, Netflix is currently streaming the 8-episode Russian mini-series, Trotsky, about the […]
Who The Folk?! Elise Cole
Get to know this St. Paul funny-woman.