Community News

Congregation Beth Torah’s (CBT) Adult Education Committee has announced three upcoming projects and events that are open to the community. 

Jewish Family Services and KCteen are partnering to offer teen mental health first-aid training for Jewish youth.

Thirty-six area high school students (nine of whom are Jewish) comprise SevenDays 2024’s Kindness Youth Leadership Team (KYLT), a group dedicated to spreading kindness throughout the Kansas City area.

In its core granting cycle, the Jewish Community Foundation’s Community Legacy Fund has awarded $391,007 to 18 local Jewish community organizations.

KU Hillel hosted Jewish students of the University of Kansas in its new space for the High Holidays.

Jewish Family Services (JFS) is beginning its 2023 Hanukkah Project, providing Hanukkah gifts for more than 300 individuals (including older adults and children) in the community who are facing challenges.

For nearly a decade, Chris Wiley has volunteered for Jewish Family Services (JFS) by helping older adult clients with their technology needs.

The Goldenberg Duo, consisting of siblings Susan and William Goldenberg, will present a series of free recital performances from Sept. 28 to Oct. 11. 

Jewish students at the University of Kansas celebrated Rosh Hashanah at KU Chabad, which aimed to provide a holiday experience where Jewish students can celebrate together in a warm and welcoming environment.

The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah Sisterhood will host a Judaica sale on Sunday, Oct. 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the synagogue.