Professor Rachel B. Gross focuses her research on the experiences of 20th and 21st-century American Jews, exploring themes of nostalgia, identity, and the evolution of religious practices. This week, the chair […]
There is one common thread running through Iola Kostrzewski’s background, whether it’s the treasurer for the Somali American Famers Association, or it’s her newest role with the Minnesota Engagement Director […]
Excerpted from the “The Jewish Holiday Table” by Naama Shefi and the Jewish Food Society (Artisan Books). Copyright © 2024. Many Purim sweets, like hamantaschen, are shaped to represent the […]
The Jewish Holiday Table’s arrival this month is perfectly timed, just as Jewish people around the world will don costumes and shake their groggers on Purim, and who doesn’t need […]
Got a question? Fill out this form to submit your anonymous question to be answered in a future column. Dear Miriam, How old and/or what behaviors should kids have before […]
Jake Shulman-Ment, one the pre-eminent klezmer fiddle players touring today, hasn’t played with roots musician Laurel Premo often. But it was enough to know that the two of them should […]
Why do children dress up and adults hide their identity behind masks on Purim? Because concealment and secrecy play a pivotal role in the story. Things — and people — […]
Nine months after closing its day school, Talmud Torah of St. Paul is continuing its restructuring when last week the board announced the closure of its afternoon school, effective at […]
Sharyn Jackson’s introduction to working in restaurants came in a high-pressure, celebrity restaurant in New York. But once she decided to focus full-time on journalism, she got the opportunity to […]
The annual holiday tradition we all love! TC Jewfolk’s holiday matchmaking is live to help you find a Passover Seder in your area or to let you invite guests to […]