Community News

Jewish War Veterans MO-KAN Post 605 announced in August that it has awarded scholarships totaling $4,950 to nine local students as a part of its annual academic scholarship program.

The Jewish Unforgettable Ladies Interested in Eating Together (JULIETs) will meet for a discussion with Laura Gilman, a licensed social worker who will discuss her personal perspective on end-of-life care as a death doula.

Village Shalom is preparing for the High Holidays. 

The J’s KC SuperStar finals competition will take place on Aug. 30 at 7 p.m. at Yardley Hall, located inside the Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, Kansas 66210).

The Kansas City Jewish community is invited to celebrate Jewish Heritage Night at the K on Tuesday, Sept. 8, as the Kansas City Royals take on the Arizona Diamondbacks.

As rising food costs continue to strain household budgets, nearly 500 local families rely on the Jewish Family Services (JFS) Food Pantry each month for groceries, personal care items, and household essentials.

On Nov. 13, 21 years after helping create Rock Chalk Shabbat, Jay Lewis and Rabbi Neal Schuster are reuniting for a special celebration.

Community members of all ages are invited to enjoy B’nai Jehudah’s Hanukkah Bazaar on Sunday, Nov. 15, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature handcrafted artwork, Judaica, seasonal shopping, food vendors and unique holiday gift ideas.

The Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation (LJCC) has a new look thanks to the work of the Lawrence-based muralist Dave Loewenstein.