Jew Review: ‘A Pickle’
If you want to relish a show with well fermented jokes like this one, you can see Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company’s A Pickle written by Deborah Yarchun and directed by […]
Jew Review: ‘The Jewish Enquirer’
I was looking for something to watch on Amazon Prime, and the word Jewish caught my eye. The show’s title is The Jewish Enquirer, which is also the name of […]
Jew Review: ‘The Band’s Visit’
*Contains spoilers for The Band’s Visit. Once, not long ago, a group of musicians came to Israel from Egypt. You probably didn’t hear about it. It wasn’t very important.” But […]
5 Senses of Judaism’s Success Spreads to the Coast
A year-and-a-half ago, Jorie Bernhardt was challenged to create an innovative program for families with young children at Temple of Aaron. Fortunately for her, working at the Hands-On Museum in […]
Four Takeaways from NPR’s Ari Shapiro at JHSUM’s 35th
As a journalist, a Jew, and a person living in 21st century America, I was able to learn from NPR’s All Things Considered host Ari Shapiro. Last week, Shapiro spoke […]
Green Jewish Burial Now Available
Adath Jeshurun is joining in the green movement with the first green Jewish cemetery in the Twin Cities. A green burial section is now available at the Adath Chesed Shel […]
We Have A Lot to Talk About When It Comes to the US-Israel Relationship
The Israel-U.S. relationship has been through many rocky times, so this one is no exception beyond the details themselves. Maybe it’s worth reflecting on that and striving for levelheadedness in reaching the big conclusions. Can the relationship endure?
Cecil’s Deli Featured on the Food Network
Cecil’s Deli began its 70th year with a bang. Following celebrations in July for its 70th anniversary, Cecil’s Deli was featured in the first episode of Family Restaurant Rivals yesterday. […]
Reps. Omar and Tlaib Call News Conference on Israel Travel Restrictions
Today’s press conference took place at the Minnesota State Capitol.
Jews Say “Close the Camps” on Tisha B’av
Fifty Jewish groups across the United States assembled in protest of ICE on a day of mourning, Tisha B’av. United We Dream, an immigrant-led organization, asked allies to hold vigils […]