Dan Nichols to be artist in residence at B’nai Jehudah
The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah and The Michael Klein Collection will host a weekend of music and learning with Jewish musician Dan Nichols.
Beis HaTorah Jewish learning program established
Kansas City’s newest Torah study and Jewish enrichment organization is Beis HaTorah, created to deepen the connection to Torah and foster a culture of learning, growth and community engagement.
Jewish community leader Bill Lowenstein dies at 97
Bill Lowenstein (z’l), a well-known and widely-respected leader and funder in the Kansas City Jewish community, died on July 30 at age 97.
Day of Discovery to take place this Sunday
Organizers for the annual Day of Discovery are making final preparations for this year’s event, which takes place on Sunday, Aug. 18, at the Jewish Community Campus.
Fans celebrate Jewish Heritage Night with the Royals
The community came together for Jewish Heritage Night at The K on Wednesday, Aug. 7, celebrating Jewish heritage and enjoying a Royals win.
Harry and Gail Himmelstein honored by Village Shalom
Village Shalom recently hosted a reception to celebrate the support and generosity of Harry and Gail Himmelstein.
Community members speak out against Christian nationalism
Jewish community members were among the panelists who spoke after two local screenings of the documentary “Bad Faith: Christian Nationalism’s Unholy War on Democracy.”
JFS to host ‘Bright Night’ cocktail party
Jewish Family Services (JFS) will hold a “Bright Night” celebration of its work, presented by the Himmelstein family.
Village Shalom hosting art exhibit highlighting art therapy program
Village Shalom is presenting an art show featuring the creative works of residents involved in its art therapy program.
JCRB|AJC to honor Bill Berkley with Human Relations Award
Jewish Community Relations Bureau | American Jewish Committee (JCRB|AJC) will honor civic and community leader Bill Berkley with its Henry W. Bloch Human Relations Award.
Rabbi Mark Glass named new president of Rabbinical Association
Rabbi Mark Glass of Congregation Beth Israel Abraham and Voliner (BIAV) was recently elected as president of the Rabbinical Association of Greater Kansas City (RA).
NCJW, JFS partner for ‘Back to School Store’ for underserved students
As the new school year approaches, the National Council for Jewish Women (NCJW) hosted its annual Back to School Store initiative in collaboration with Jewish Family Services (JFS) and 12 other social service agencies.
Comedian Matt Friend announced as new host for KC SuperStar finals
Comedian, actor and impersonator Matt Friend will step in as the celebrity host for this year’s KC SuperStar Finals, replacing NBC’s Saturday Night Live cast member Chloe Fineman, who had to step away from the role due to an unforeseen scheduling conflict.
Local Jewish Disability Inclusion Study recommendations announced
Sasone, the Jewish community’s program to support students with diverse needs, recently conducted the first Kansas City Jewish community assessment of disability inclusion needs in conjunction with Matan, a national Jewish disability organization.
JWV Post 605 awards 2024 scholarships
Jewish War Veterans Post 605 recently completed its 2024 annual scholarship program.