Laughs, Tears, and Joy: Stories from the Tribe Back For a Successful Third Year
TC Jewfolk’s third annual storytelling show was magical! On June 22, I felt so very lucky to be sitting amongst more than 500 people listening to the 12 stories told […]
Jewish Community Celebrates Pride at 2026 Festival
More than 100 people attended Shabbat morning services and another 40 people came for Sunday’s slightly delayed parade to celebrate Twin Cities Pride in Minneapolis this past weekend. J-Pride, a […]
After 39 Years, Ken Agranoff Retiring From Temple of Aaron
When Ken Agranoff started working at Temple of Aaron 42 years ago, it was a homecoming to a place he knew well. It was his family’s synagogue growing up – […]
Adath’s Rabbi Weininger Stepping Down After Contract Ends
Adath Jeshurun Congregation Rabbi Aaron Weininger announced in an email to the congregation that he would be leaving his role as senior rabbi when his contract ends May 31, 2027. […]
Mikveh, Midrash & Mocktails: An Evening of Renewal, Reflection, and Connection
What happens when you combine ancient Jewish wisdom, meaningful conversation, and a perfectly crafted mocktail? On June 11, nearly 50 adults from across the Twin Cities gathered for Mikveh, Midrash […]
Bidding Farewell To Miriam’s Advice Well
Dear Readers, After 14 glorious years of writing weekly advice for readers in Philadelphia, the Twin Cities, Cincinnati, and beyond, Miriam’s Advice Well is going on semi-permanent (or, more likely, […]
Holocaust-Era Diarists Focus Of 2026 ‘Power of Place’ Educators’ Trip
More than a year ago, as Susie Greenberg was sharing information about the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas’ 2025 European Summer Institute for Holocaust Educators, author […]
Who The Folk?! Dylan Singer
For Dylan Singer, starting as the new assistant director at Minnesota Hillel was a lot like coming home. The University of Minnesota graduate was active at the campus institution in […]
What To Do With a Tot Shabbat Summer Hiatus?
Got a question? Fill out this form to submit your anonymous question to be answered in a future column. Dear Miriam, My 3 and 5-year-olds adore attending Tot Shabbat at […]
Sen. Klobuchar, Author Sarah Hurwitz Address Full JCRC Event
Sen. Amy Klobuchar said Sunday night that Democrats and Republicans have to stand with the Jewish community to stop “the enduring evil of antisemitic hate.” Speaking at the Jewish Community […]