Beth Shalom Sisterhood to hold mahjongg fundraiser
Congregation Beth Shalom Sisterhood will host its 14th annual “Bams for Mams” mahjongg fundraiser for breast cancer research.
Overland Park City Council candidate cites Jewish values in campaign
Richard Borlaza, an Overland Park resident involved with the Jewish community, has announced his candidacy for Overland Park City Council, Ward 3.
Jewish War Veterans honors KC native for her support
Kansas City native Roslyn Braeman Payne received an award and patron membership from the local post of the Jewish War Veterans in gratitude for her years of support of veterans on Sept. 7.
Johnson County Museum, Klein Collection partner for Jewish holidays exhibit
The Johnson County Museum announced its upcoming exhibition in partnership with The Michael Klein Collection at The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah titled “Jewish Holidays in the All-Electric House.”
LJCC to host Simchat Torah dance party
On Oct. 7, the Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation (LJCC) will celebrate Simchat Torah with a live klezmer band and dance party.
Reunion for former Omahans to be held in Kansas City
The Omaha (Nebraska) Jewish Alumni Association (OJAA) and Jewish Federation of Omaha Foundation will sponsor a reunion brunch for Omahans who moved to the Kansas City area.
Jewish Family Services concludes 120th anniversary celebrations with gala
Approximately 650 people attended Jewish Family Services’ 120th anniversary celebration in the main ballroom of the Marriott Overland Park.
LJCC to host Hispanic Heritage Month events
This year, the Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation (LJCC) will celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with two community-wide events devoted to Mexican-Jewish literature, culture and cuisine.
Community religious school faculty share professional learning day
Nearly 40 faculty from area congregation religious schools participated in a shared day of professional Jewish learning and networking as part of the community Day of Discovery on Aug. 20.
Jewish Broadcasting Service premieres on Spectrum TV
The Jewish Broadcasting Service (JBS), a 24/7 Jewish television channel, has announced that its programming designed for Jewish connection and information is now available to all Spectrum viewers in the Kansas City area and nationwide.
Local teens learn about exchange program in Israel
Local Jewish middle and high school students came together to learn about Jewish National Fund-USA’s Alexander Muss High School (Muss) program.
Brett Oplotnik wins 2023 KC SuperStar title; competition raises $1.2 million for The J
Brett Oplotnik, a graduate of Blue Valley Northwest High School, was named the 2023 KC SuperStar during the competition’s finals on Aug. 27 at Johnson County Community College.
Friends of Sheffield Cemetery receives contribution from former TV and film editor
Friends of Sheffield Cemetery received a donation from the Orven Schanzer Trust Fund to further the cemetery’s restoration projects.
HBHA names Mindy Corporon honoree of its 50th Civic Service Celebration
Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy (HBHA) has named Mindy Corporon, co-founder of the nonprofit organization SevenDays, the honoree of its 50th Civic Service Celebration.
NCJW’s Back to School Store serves nearly 400 students
The National Council of Jewish Women of Greater Kansas City (NCJW) held its annual Back to School Store this summer.