Michael Crane, Olive Tree to host pastrami and rye pop-up
Community member Michael Crane, in partnership with Jewish-owned business Olive Tree, will hold a one-day pastrami and rye pop-up event for the community.
The J hires Bailey Nakelsky for new role of chief development officer
The J announced that community member Bailey Nakelsky will join the organization as chief development officer, a new role created to support the continued growth of The J.
JFS executive director announces resignation
After nine months as executive director and CEO of Jewish Family Services (JFS), Kelly Davydov announced her plan to exit the organization at the end of July.
Local Hadassah to present program on PTSD
Hadassah Greater Kansas City will host a presentation on the symptoms and treatments of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
JULIETs to host presentation on MOCSA
The July presentation of Jewish Unforgettable Ladies Interested in Eating Together (JULIETs) will be about the Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault (MOCSA).
Community Tisha B’Av observances announced
The Jewish community will hold services and observe Tisha B’Av on Aug. 12 and 13.
Opera set during the Holocaust to be performed at LJCC
Lawrence Opera Theatre (LOT) will present the first opera of their 2024 season, “The Path to Heaven” by Adam Gorb and Ben Kaye, at the Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation (LJCC).
NCJW selling honey for the holidays
The Greater Kansas City Section of the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is selling honey for the High Holidays.
SevenDays seeking teens for Kindness Youth Leadership Team
SevenDays is accepting applications for its Kindness Youth Leadership Team (KYLT) for the 2024-2025 school year.
JCF announces chief financial officer transition
After nearly 24 years, Kevin Taylor is retiring from his position as chief financial officer of the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City (JCF). Elizabeth Peden, former executive director of Kehilath Israel Synagogue, will succeed Taylor as the Foundation’s new CFO.
Village Shalom holds first Father’s Day Run since 2017
Village Shalom revived its annual Father’s Day Run this year. Spearheaded by Village Shalom Board Chair Bob Gershon, the run was previously known as the “May Day Race” and had been held since 1987.
The J’s Safe Sitter program earns ‘Gold Level’ designation
The J’s Safe Sitter program was recently recognized as a 2023 Gold Level Safe Sitter Provider, which is designated for programs who teach more than 125 students annually.
JCF awards grants for innovative programming and emergency needs
The Jewish Community Foundation’s Community Legacy Fund recently awarded $73,472 in innovative and emergency grants.
HBHA announces Annie Glickman as new head of school
Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy’s (HBHA) Board of Trustees announced Annie Glickman's appointment as the new head of school on June 20.
Former Royals VP Dayton Moore hosts baseball camp at The J, donates to SevenDays
For the 10th year, the C You in the Major Leagues Foundation held its four-day Youth Baseball Camp at The J, celebrating a decade of partnership.