Raffle to benefit Jewish life at KU in full swing
Several tickets have already been sold in an online raffle benefiting KU Chabad’s work enhancing Jewish life at the University of Kansas.
kiKIDZ program to resume July 3
Kehilath Israel’s young members committee is excited to resume the synagogue’s monthly tot shabbat program, kiKIDZ. Join them the first Saturday of every month at 10 a.m., starting July 3. This program is suggested for children ages 0-8 and their families. It is open to members and nonmembers alike. No RSVPs are required.
Local leaders express support for Jewish community amidst spike in antisemitism
Faith leaders and elected officials from around the Kansas City area gathered June 3 to denounce the rise in antisemitism prompted by the recent conflict between Israel and the Palestinians.
CARnival to raise money for Jackson County CASA
Jewish Family Services and The Giving Brick will be among the organizations participating in CARnival for CASA, a drive-through event that includes more than 20 activity booths, sweet treats and lunch for everyone in the car, a raffle, an optional nature walk or scavenger hunt, yard games, and lots of goodies to take home, including LEGO sets.
Jewish Community Center Youth Triathlon set for June 27
The Jewish Community Center is excited to announce the return of the Youth Triathlon on June 27, after a hiatus due to the pandemic. The J’s Youth Triathlon is for kids from age four to 17 and allows youth to compete in a fun setting complete with food, music and a medal for every participant.
JFS 2020 Gratitude Report highlights increased demand for services
Jewish Family Services of Greater Kansas City (JFS) has released its 2020 Gratitude Report, A Year of Extraordinary Caring, highlighting the explosive growth of the organization in meeting the needs of the community.
Lone Jack High School student is one winner of this year’s White Rose Student Research contest
The White Rose Student Research contest, sponsored annually by the Midwest Center for Holocaust Education, is open to students in grades eight through 12.
KU Hillel celebrates class of 2021
Every spring, senior Jayhawks look forward to the culmination of their time at the University of Kansas with a few traditions: walking under the Campanile and standing together under the tallit to receive their graduation blessing from Rabbi Neal Schuster, KU Hillel’s rabbi and senior Jewish educator.
KU Chabad bids farewell to beloved seniors
April showers bring May flowers. On some level, the old saying was true at the Chabad House at KU during the recent graduation farewell parties for the classes of 2021 and 2020. Just like a blossoming flower, the graduating seniors are ready to leave KU and move on to whatever comes next in their life’s journey.
Daniel Spiegel earns Eagle Scout
Jeffrey and Julie Spiegel are proud to announce that their son, Daniel Spiegel, earned the rank of Eagle Scout on March 25, 2021. He was recognized at his Troop’s Eagle Court of Honor on May 16, 2021.
Jewish Community Foundation annual report highlights positivity during challenging year
In its new annual report, the Jewish Community Foundation reflects upon how the Foundation, its fundholders and partner organizations found positive ways to make an impact during an unprecedentedly challenging year.
JFS summer “Wipeout” returns, collecting toilet paper for food pantries
It’s summer and what better time for a “wipeout” — of toilet paper, that is!
Paul Silbersher: ‘Celebration of a Life’
Paul Silbersher, beloved rabbi/cantor and spiritual leader of Jewish life in Kansas City for over 40 years, died April 26, 2020, just as covid had shut down life as we knew it.
Oxford Middle School student is one winner of this year’s White Rose Student Research contest
The White Rose Student Research contest, sponsored annually by the Midwest Center for Holocaust Education, is open to students in grades eight through 12.
‘Let There Be Light’ is a work of art, piece of B’nai Jehudah history
Editor’s note: The Michael Klein Collection, which includes roughly 1,000 pieces of Judaica, is housed at The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah. The collection, in the hands of the congregation since late 2019, is meant to be an educational asset for the community. During cataloging, The Michael Klein Collection will provide periodic summaries to The Chronicle, with the hope of helping readers deepen their understanding of — and connection to — their Jewish heritage.