JFS launches annual fall appeal
Jewish Family Services (JFS) is launching its fall appeal for donations.
White Theatre opens season with Sondheim’s ‘Into The Woods’
The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at The J will open its 2023-24 season with Stephen Sondheim’s “Into The Woods.”
Vigil in support of Israel brings KU Jewish community together
The KU Jewish community and allies came together on the evening of Oct. 10 to hold a vigil in support of Israel, coordinated by organizations including Students Supporting Israel (SSI), KU Hillel, KU Chabad, and AEPi and ZBT fraternities.
KCteen and JFS partner to bring teen mental health first aid to Kansas City
KCteen, an independent Jewish Youth group in Kansas City, is partnering with JFS to bring a new mental health resource to the Kansas City community.
KU Hillel announces alumni event and 2023 Rock Chalk Shabbat
In the coming weeks, KU Hillel will host a “Playdate with Baby Jay” event for its alumni and its annual Rock Chalk Shabbat for students, families and supporters.
Kehilath Israel Synagogue announces its 47th Grand Givers event
Kehilath Israel Synagogue (K.I.) will hold its 47th annual Grand Givers event with the theme “Around the World in Song; An Afternoon Musicale.”
JFS Food Pantry to accept donations at weekend MINI cruise
Jewish Family Services (JFS) will be collecting donations to stock its food pantry at the annual Kansas City MINI Club’s Coopers and Coffee event this Sunday, Oct. 22.
CBT Adult Education Committee announces upcoming projects
Congregation Beth Torah’s (CBT) Adult Education Committee has announced three upcoming projects and events that are open to the community.
Jewish Family Services, KCteen offering teen mental health program
Jewish Family Services and KCteen are partnering to offer teen mental health first-aid training for Jewish youth.
Kindness Youth Leadership Team bring youthful energy to SevenDays 2024
Thirty-six area high school students (nine of whom are Jewish) comprise SevenDays 2024’s Kindness Youth Leadership Team (KYLT), a group dedicated to spreading kindness throughout the Kansas City area.
Jewish Community Foundation announces Community Legacy Fund core grants
In its core granting cycle, the Jewish Community Foundation’s Community Legacy Fund has awarded $391,007 to 18 local Jewish community organizations.
KU Hillel completes High Holiday celebrations
KU Hillel hosted Jewish students of the University of Kansas in its new space for the High Holidays.
Jewish Family Services launches 2023 Hanukkah Project
Jewish Family Services (JFS) is beginning its 2023 Hanukkah Project, providing Hanukkah gifts for more than 300 individuals (including older adults and children) in the community who are facing challenges.
JFS volunteer Chris Wiley helps clients with technology
For nearly a decade, Chris Wiley has volunteered for Jewish Family Services (JFS) by helping older adult clients with their technology needs.
Goldenberg Duo to present free fall recitals across Kansas City area
The Goldenberg Duo, consisting of siblings Susan and William Goldenberg, will present a series of free recital performances from Sept. 28 to Oct. 11.