Don Goldman named first Shamayim Hero by animal advocacy organization
Don Goldman has been honored with the inaugural Shamayim Hero Award for his volunteer service to the national Jewish nonprofit, Shamayim: Jewish Animal Advocacy.
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B’nai Jehudah welcomes two new assistant rabbis
For Rabbi Caitlin Brazner and Rabbi Rachel Rothstein, working together as the new assistant rabbis at The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah is a reunion of sorts.
William Nemitoff sculpture chosen to honor Leawood’s 75th anniversary
After narrowing down submissions from myriad artists, Leawood Arts Council chose William Nemitoff’s sculpture proposal to honor the City of Leawood’s 75th anniversary.
Kansas City Jewish Film Festival returns in person
Eleven award-winning movies will be featured as part of the 22nd Kansas City Jewish Film Festival (KCJFF), presented by The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at The Jewish Community Center (The J).
Registration required for Tisha B’Av observances
Advance registration is required by Friday at noon on August 5 for those planning to participate in this year’s community Tisha B’Av observances.
Conversion course virtual orientation is next week
A virtual orientation session will take place Thursday, Aug. 11, from 7 to 9 p.m. for those enrolling in the 36-week course, “Judaism for Conversion Candidates.”
Mitzvah Garden celebration to feature hot air balloon
On Sunday, Aug. 14, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., Mitzvah Garden (MGKC) is hosting The Garden Glow at Sunset “FRIENDraiser” behind The Temple, Congregation B'nai Jehudah.
Day of Discovery to offer courses in person and virtually
The annual Day of Discovery will take place in person and virtually on Sunday, Aug. 21.
KC native credits Jewish community, Masa Career program with helping her find love in Israel
Gabriella (Violet) Sonnenschein, a 25-year-old Kansas City native, was on her Masa Career program, Top Israel Interns, when her entire life changed.
Courtney Landy named JFS Volunteer of the Month
Courtney Landy was a relative newcomer to the Kansas City area in 2017 when she first learned about Jewish Family Services (JFS) at its annual Trivia Bash.