HBHA’s Civic Service Award Honors John and Jenny Isenberg
HBHA is pleased to announce John and Jenny Isenberg as this year’s honorees for the school’s annual Civic Service Award Celebration.
Local playwright shares tales of genocide in “Four Children”
What do a Jewish boy from Poland, an Armenian boy, a Cambodian girl and a girl from Sarajevo have in common?
KU Hillel Shabboxes bring Rock Chalk Shabayit to homes
With Rock Chalk Shabayit returning again this year, KU Hillel staff have important updates. To bring the spirit of KU Hillel’s signature event and largest Shabbat experience into your home, they are introducing a new lineup of Shabboxes (Shabbat boxes).
The J's supporters enjoy “Artwork in our Living Room”
Legacy donors and other generous supporters of The J recently had the opportunity to hear first-hand from some of the artists who contributed to the facility’s recently-installed permanent art collection.
Michael Klein Collection presents The Missing Half: A Torah Scroll Mystery
Join the Michael Klein Collection on a cross-continental adventure that sheds light on the experiences of Jewish communities over the last 200 years in what has become a local Torah scroll mystery.
Rock Chalk Shabayit is back
KU Hillel’s largest Shabbat experience returns November 12
For over two decades, KU Hillel and Rock Chalk Shabbat have been synonymous. Last year, as a pivot during the pandemic, they modified to create “Rock Chalk Shabayit” — Rock Chalk Shabbat, but in your own home.
The J’s winter youth sports programs sees record participation
Winter youth sports at The J are seeing record participation this year thanks to the expansion of the facility in 2020.
KU Hillel rolls out Wellness Wednesday
KU Hillel kicked off their weekly Wellness Wednesday programming this past week.
Each week, Wellness Wednesday is hosted at KU Hillel’s new location for three hours around lunchtime. Students are welcome to stop by for any period of time and wind down.
Jason Kander brings veterans project to St. Louis
Jason Kander, the Jewish former Missouri secretary of state, broke ground earlier this month in north St. Louis on the construction of 50 tiny homes to help veterans experiencing homelessness.
KU Hillel’s new location debuts first sukkah
For the first time in its new location, KU Hillel built a sukkah for the holiday of Sukkot. The sukkah was built and decorated by KU Hillel students and staff.
Dentist gives back through volunteering with JFS
After spending four decades in dentistry, including serving four years in the Army Dental Corps, Dr. John Waldron decided to give back to the community in another way – as a volunteer started volunteering for Jewish Family Services in 2017.
Priya offers support group for those facing infertility
Facing infertility and family building challenges are hard, but you don’t have to suffer alone. Join Priya for the Bloom Support Group to find community, connections and support.
Jewish Community Foundation announces Community Legacy Fund core grants
In its core granting cycle, the Jewish Community Foundation’s Community Legacy Fund has awarded $254,313 to 17 local Jewish community organizations. These grants are intended to help enhance and maintain the quality of Jewish life in the Greater Kansas City area.
KU Hillel’s Jewish education shines through new class additions
Jewish education is a cornerstone of KU Hillel’s continued commitment to developing the next generation of Jewish leaders. This week started their educational series with two tracks for students: one discussion-based, and one an experiential track. Halfway through the semester, two new tracks will be available for additional learning.
Beth Torah prepares for annual Golf Classic
Participants at Beth Torah's last Golf Classic in 2019.
On October 4th, Congregation Beth Torah will hold its 17th Annual CBT Golf Classic. Beth Torah members and friends look forward to meeting on the green at Falcon Lakes Golf Club in Basehor, Kansas.