K.I. hosts “A Promise to Our Fathers” special screening
Over 140 people, including many children of Holocaust survivors, attended the special screening of “A Promise to Our Fathers” at Kehilath Israel Synagogue on Thursday, October 21.
White Theatre announces vaccination policy for upcoming season
The White Theatre at The J has joined the majority of theatre venues in the region in announcing a COVID vaccination policy for all upcoming public performances.
Giving back is in JFS volunteer’s “heart and soul”
For Cheryl Samet, volunteering is in her family’s DNA. For nearly a decade, Samet has volunteered for Jewish Family Services. She credits her passion for volunteerism to her family.
KU Hillel to honor Rabbi Neal Schuster
KU Hillel is celebrating its students and supportive community near and far during Rock Chalk Shabayit again this year. It will also be Senior Jewish Educator Rabbi Neal Schuster’s 13th year at KU Hillel.
K.I. hosts its Grand Givers fundraiser
It was a wonderful night of music, food, drink, and friendship at Kehilath Israel Synagogue’s 45th annual fundraiser Grand Givers at the Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center on October 3.
Local Hadassah gala to go nationwide
Hadassah Greater Kansas City will promote organ donation across the United States at its fourth annual Touch of Red Gala: Celebrate Life! on Saturday, November 20, 7:30 to 9 p.m., via Zoom.
The J reflects on past year, looks to future at annual meeting
The J hosted its annual meeting at The White Theatre on Tuesday, Oct. 19, celebrating the opening of its expanded footprint while acknowledging the challenges it’s overcome in the past year due to COVID-19.
Congregation Beth Torah hosts successful blood drive
Congregation Beth Torah recently welcomed the Community Blood Center to West 127th Street. More than 30 individuals donated blood throughout the afternoon, and ate some delicious homemade treats.
Before you see the Van Gogh exhibit, learn about the Jews who “discovered” him
Starlight Theatre's latest experience, Van Gogh Alive, gives people the opportunity to experience art in a truly unique way.
Athletes compete at The J to raise funds for charity
Athletes from across the Midwest came to The J to compete in the 8th Annual Do More Charity Challenge on Saturday, Oct. 9 to raise money and awareness for their charities of choice.
Chronicle launches 'Getting To Know Jew' podcast
Which Jews are doing or creating fascinating things in Kansas City? Whose job is something that everyone else thinks is pretty great? And who’s raising a family while simultaneously saving the world?
KU Hillel prepares for hybrid Rock Chalk Shabayit
KU Hillel serves as a home for hundreds of Jewish students at KU and creates ways for students to explore their Judaism. Rock Chalk Shabayit is just one of those ways.
Beth Shalom honors volunteers
Connie Simon, kallat Torah, and Eric Poe, chatan bereishit, were honored as Congregation Beth Shalom volunteers on Simchat Torah morning.
Jewish Experiences launches new author series
Jewish Experiences, a collaboration of Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City and The J, is launching its Acclaimed Author Series with a year filled with unique and thought-provoking topics.
HBHA will host civil rights lecture on the story of Emmett Till
Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy and the Kansas Humanities Bureau are pleased to present an informative evening about Emmett Till, a 14-year-old African-American boy who was brutally murdered in 1955, at the hands of white supremacists.