SevenDays to launch Thrive with Kindness teen festival
SevenDays, a nonprofit organization that overcomes hate by promoting kindness and understanding, will host its first-ever Thrive with Kindness Festival for teenagers.
Local rabbis sign condemnation of anti-Zionism and NYC mayoral candidate
Five local rabbis across denominations have signed “A Rabbinic Call to Action: Defending the Jewish Future,” a letter condemning the “political normalization” of anti-Zionism, using New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani as an example.
JFS creating emergency food kits during loss of SNAP benefits in government shutdown
Millions of Americans — including more than 200,000 in Kansas and Missouri — will face a food crisis as the federal government shutdown delays SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits and many federal employees miss paychecks.
Dr. Melissa Karp named MCHE content specialist
Dr. Melissa Karp joined the Midwest Center for Holocaust Education (MCHE) team as its new content specialist.
The J celebrates first cohort of Building Community Leadership Council
In September, The J celebrated the completion of the two-year pilot cohort of the Building Community Leadership Council (BCLC).
Jody Gottlieb Ervin leaves lasting impact at JFS
Jewish Family Services (JFS) of Greater Kansas City has long been a beneficiary of Jody Gottlieb Ervin’s time, dedication and talent, and the organization has awarded her the Volunteer of the Month award.
Sensory cart supports inclusion at Beth Shalom
This High Holiday season, families may have noticed a new addition in Congregation Beth Shalom’s lobby: a mobile sensory cart, created to help children and adults who benefit from sensory supports to more comfortably participate in services and community life.
BIAV to host Read Hebrew America class
Congregation Beth Israel Abraham and Voliner will offer a free community class for those who would like to learn Hebrew.
The J announces 2025–26 Acclaimed Author Series lineup
Jewish Experiences, a collaboration of the Jewish Federation and The J, has announced the lineup for its 2025–26 Acclaimed Author Series.
‘Hello, Dolly!’ to launch White Theatre’s 21st season
The Lewis & Shirley White Theatre at The J will open its 21st season with the Broadway classic “Hello, Dolly!” The performances also celebrate the theater’s 20th anniversary.
LJCC to hold 62nd Annual Blintz Brunch on Nov. 2
The Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation (LJCC) will hold its Annual Blintz Brunch and bake sale on Sunday, Nov. 2. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Teach-in, celebration of life set for Leonard Zeskind
Jewish Kansas Citians will have a chance to honor the late antiracist author, activist and researcher Leonard Zeskind (z”l) at two upcoming events.
Grand opening of new KU Chabad building set for Nov. 2
A new chapter for KU Chabad is beginning with the opening of its new 10,000-square-foot facility at the University of Kansas.
Jewish War Veterans to remodel museum cases, call for memorabilia donations
Jewish War Veterans Mo-Kan Post 605 (JWV) announced plans to remodel and rotate items in its two museum display cases at the Jewish Community Campus.
High school student creates ‘Rubber Duck Raffle’ for JFS Food Pantry
High school student Hunter Brown decided to get creative and use rubber ducks to play a role in fighting hunger in the local community.