Judaism News
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Veretski Pass, Bruce Bierman, Heather Klein Among Performers at Yiddish Music & Culture Festival in Las Vegas
First Annual Yiddish Las Vegas: A Music & Culture Festival featuring performances by Veretski Pass, Bruce Bierman, Heather Klein and more. - March 23, 2016 - Temple Sinai
Growing Up Jewish is Not Easy
A humorous retrospective novel of a cantor's son growing up in the turbulent mid-1960's. - March 18, 2016 - David M. Mannes
Elie Hirschfeld Donates $18,000 to the Jewish Community of Rome, Inspired by Visit with Pope
When Elie Hirschfeld and his wife Dr. Sarah Schlesinger visited Rome to meet the Pope in January, they were so taken by the warmth of the Jewish community in Rome. Today they announced a $18,000 to the Jewish Community of Rome. - March 07, 2016 - Hirschfeld Properties
Oldest Jewish Children’s Sleepaway Camp in America Prepares to Pass Torch After Thirty Years
Jordan Dale to retire from Surprise Lake Camp after transforming iconic institution. When Jordan Dale first became Director of Surprise Lake Camp, its claim to fame was the experiences it generated and not necessarily the amenities it provided. From first class bunks for the campers to the brand new Henshel Family Swimming Pool, Dale has brought this legendary camp into the 21st century with a flourish. - March 02, 2016 - Surprise Lake Camp
The Desert Tabernacle: Ancient Torah Knowledge Reconstructed and Revealed
The Desert Tabernacle is a unique Torah blog, concentrated on the Bilbical Tabernacle (Mishkan) that Jews had during the desert wanderings. Recently added materials provide valuable insights into the text and never before seen renderings of the structure. - February 24, 2016 - The Desert Tabernacle
First-of-Its-Kind Israel Experience for Teenagers to Launch This Summer
First ever interfaith Israel teen program open to all with a focus on exploring the country's diversity. - February 12, 2016 - Israel Teen Fellowship
New York Developer Elie Hirschfeld to Meet Pope Francis in Rome Representing Rabbi Arthur Schneier and the Park East Synagogue in Rome’s Great Synagogue on January 17
Elie Hirschfeld, the principal and president of privately held New York City ownership and development group Hirschfeld Properties is traveling to Rome to greet Pope Francis on his visit to the Great Synagogue of Rome on January 17, 2016. Pope Francis will become the third-ever Roman Pontiff to... - January 14, 2016 - Hirschfeld Properties
Citizens Commission on Human Rights Presents: The Men Behind Hitler
Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Nashville (CCHR Nashville) is holding a special briefing on The Men Behind Hitler in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27. - January 09, 2016 - CCHR Nashville
Empire Mayo Continues Holiday Series with a Hanukkah Tribute - "Everything Bagel Mayo"
“Everything Bagel” mayo is part two of three in the holiday collection from Empire Mayonnaise Co. and Greenpoint Trading Co. Last week the collaborators announced “Holiday Stuffing” and plan to release the third in the series early next week. - December 01, 2015 - Empire Mayonnaise Co.
Kosherica Kosher Cruising and Passover Travel Around the World
Kosherica, the leader in Glatt Kosher Travel presents the most thrilling travel plans to date. - October 21, 2015 - kosherica
Yad Ezra - The Helping Hand Hosts Stand Up for the Love of Messiah Jesus Rally; a Call to Action to Support Those Persecuted for Believing in Messiah Jesus
"On Sunday, September 27, 2015 while the world watches the pope in Philadelphia, on the west lawn of the US Capitol Building in Washington, DC true believers in the Bible and the God of Israel will hold a rally to raise the awareness in the USA of the persecution of believers in Jesus in the world today," says Larry Cheshier, Executive Director of Yad Ezra - The Helping Hand. - September 24, 2015 - Yad Ezra - The Helping Hand
High Holy Day Call to Action: Rabbis Rally Congregants to Lobby for Aid to Syrian Refugees
On the eve of the Jewish New Year, more than 125 Reform rabbis across the U.S. and Canada will make a plea to the thousands of Jews observing Rosh Hashanah to call on political leaders to aid in the plight of the 11 million Syrian refugees fleeing the violence in their homeland -- the worst refugee... - September 12, 2015 - Temple Sinai
BookaRabbi.com Launches, Filling the Need for Finding and Hiring Clergy for the Unaffiliated
Interactive and Easy-to-Use Website Enables Jewish Individuals to Locate a Rabbinic Professional for Simchas and Lifecycle Events - August 05, 2015 - Bookarabbi.com
New Book Offers Insights on Daniel Silva’s Novels & Political Views
"Daniel Silva: A Reader's Guide by Dr. Stan Schatt" is the first book to provide insight, background, plot summaries, reviews & interview links, and discussion questions covering all Daniel Silva's novels. It also offers Silva's views on international politics and his assessment of President's Obama and Putin. - July 14, 2015 - Schatt Research
Leap Second Rabbi Perl Ready with Timely Message
Rabbi Perl at Chabad of Mineola, NY presents a timely insight with video on how to react to the extra "Leap Second" being added to the clock today June 30th 2015. - June 30, 2015 - Chabad of Mineola
IndieGo Publishing Offers Reduced Prices on Norbert Weinberg's Book Courage of the Spirit to Commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the Defeat of the Nazis
Rabbi William Weinberg, the subject of the book Courage of the Spirit, finally gained his freedom in Vienna with the surrender of Nazi Germany to the Allies on May 9, 1945. To commemorate the 70th anniversary of this event, IndieGo Publishing is offering Norbert Weinberg's book at greatly reduced... - April 28, 2015 - INDIEGO Publishing
Friends of Zion Shine a "Light in the Darkness" on Yom Hashoah Heritage Museum to Honor Holocaust Victims as Well as Christian Heroes Who Aided Jews in Need
Each year on April 15, the people of Israel stop to observe Yom Hashoah, a day of remembrance for the six million Jews lost to the Holocaust. On April 15, 2015, the newly opened Friends of Zion Heritage Center in Jerusalem joined together with over 1,000 churches worldwide to present "Light in... - April 17, 2015 - Legacy Worldwide
Indiana Campus Superstar 2015
Final Show April 19, 2015 - April 09, 2015 - Indiana Campus Superstar 2015
Jane, Larkin, NJ Native and Author of Inspiring Book on Interfaith Families, to Speak in Mahwah, NJ
Jane Larkin, a New Jersey native and author of "From Generation to Generation: A story of intermarriage and Jewish continuity," will explore the “oys” and “joys” of being a parent or grandparent of a child in an interfaith relationship on Tuesday, April 28 at 7:30PM at Beth Haverim Shir Shalom in Mahwah, NJ. The event is free and open to the community. - March 30, 2015 - Jane Larkin
Talia's Steakhouse & Bar, a Manhattan Kosher Restaurant, Announces to Offer Prepaid Glatt Kosher for Passover Seders, Chol Hamoed & Yom Tov Meals During Jewish Holiday
If you are looking for a relaxing and stress-free way to celebrate Passover with your loved ones without spending the whole day in the kitchen, consider what has become a tradition for Passover at the popular New York City Glatt Kosher restaurant, Talia's Steakhouse & Bar, located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, NYC. - February 28, 2015 - Talia’s Steakhouse & Bar House
Coalfire Forecasts Slowdown in Card Data Security & Compliance
Webinar will address PCI 3.0 compliance requirements that are creating assessment hurdles for merchants. - February 10, 2015 - Omega ATC
ASD Announces Release of Literary Novel Exploring Science, Religion and Family
ASD Publishing is proud to announce the release of Stephen Kitsakos's debut novel, "The Accidental Pilgrim" that explores the intersection of science, religion, and the unexplainable while crossing several decades. - January 28, 2015 - ASD Publishing
Louisville Marks 40 Years of Chanukah in the Public Sphere
Chabad of Kentucky to Light Up One of 15,000 Public Menorahs Worldwide, Universal Symbol of Religious Freedom. - December 21, 2014 - Chabad of Kentucky
Chabad of Melbourne CBD Lights Menorah at Parliament of Victoria
Victorian Premier joins Rabbi Chaim Herzog to join Chanukah Festivities at Parliament House. - December 17, 2014 - Chabad of Melbourne CBD
Chabad of Melbourne CBD to Light Menorah at Parliament House of Victoria
Special Guests to include Victorian Premiere The Hon. Daniel Andrews, Graham Smorgon AM and Rabbi Joseph Gutnick - December 10, 2014 - Chabad of Melbourne CBD
“The Greatest Jewish Tennis Players of All Time” Book Released
A book documenting the greatest Jewish tennis players of all time has been published. - November 07, 2014 - New Chapter Press
Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus to Honor Dr. Richard K. Stoler at 30th Anniversary Dinner, Nov. 9
Prominent attorney, author and TV analyst Alan Dershowitz will deliver the keynote address at the Holocaust Memorial Center's 30th Anniversary Dinner. - October 25, 2014 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Kippah.com to Unveil Exclusive Wedding Yarmulkes
Kippah is one of the cherished icons of the Jewish community and defines its presence brilliantly throughout the world. - October 16, 2014 - Kippah
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation for Congregation Shomrei Torah
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 34 kW solar panel system at Congregation Shomrei Torah in Santa Rosa, CA. Designed and built by SolarCraft, the North Bay Synagogue’s system will reduce their carbon footprint while saving thousands in utility costs in the years to come. - October 14, 2014 - SolarCraft
How a Synagogue of Kids Raise Their High Holiday Funds
How a Synagogue of Kids Raise Their High Holiday Funds for Yom Kippur the holiest day in the Jewish calender. - September 29, 2014 - Nonie of Beverly Hills
Yeshiva Day School Earns High Marks
The Westchester Torah Academy, a Modern Orthodox Yeshiva day school, began its second year with a 20% student body increase. Founded on the principles of Ahavat Torah and Ahavat Yisrael—the love of Torah as well as of the people and the land of Israel—WTA has received high marks. The... - September 15, 2014 - Westchester Torah Academy
New Album from Atlanta’s Congregation Bet Haverim, Fire Flashing Up: Klezmer Dances for Strings, to be Released September 13
Congregation Bet Haverim proudly announces its latest recording, Fire Flashing Up: Klezmer Dances for Strings. This mini-album presents the CBH String Ensemble in eight lively and soulful selections. The music braids together the heritages of Eastern European Jewish dance tunes (klezmer) and... - September 05, 2014 - Congregation Bet Haverim
Fred Z. Poritsky of FZP Associates LLC Named a Constant Contact Certified Solution Provider
As a Certified Solution Provider, Fred has completed the Constant Contact Certification Program which provides training on the Constant Contact Toolkit™, marketing best practices, and business development. This training imparts industry-leading knowhow on marketing and services to create meaningful results for program participants and the clients that they serve. - September 03, 2014 - FZP Associates LLC
Mental Health Advocate Linda Naomi Katz Hopes Her Book Will Help Others Survive Mental Illness
Jewish mental health advocate, Linda Naomi Katz is pleased to announce the promotion of her memoir, "Surviving Mental Illness: My Story." In her book, Katz writes of the heartbreaks and challenges of someone growing up with bipolar disorder and how she dealt with stigma and achieved recovery. - August 21, 2014 - Linda Naomi Katz
Wilf Campus CEO Addresses Holocaust Survivor Issues at White House
Wilf Campus for Senior Living, CEO, Susan Harris, Addresses Key Holocaust Survivor Issues and Programs with White House Senior Staff - August 20, 2014 - The Oscar and Ella Wilf Campus for Senior Living
Holocaust Survivor Recounts Hiding as a Christian to Escape Nazi Persecution
Holocaust survivor Erna Kamerman Perry's memoirs, "Christian By Disguise," is an excellent learning tool to add to school libraries and history class rooms. The book details Mrs. Perry's experiences during World War II in Poland as a Jewish child who managed to hide as a Christian to escape Nazi persecution. Mrs. Perry will be signing her book at the U.S. Holocaust Museum in Wash., D.C. Aug. 3-4, 2014. - July 11, 2014 - Erna Kamerman Perry
Holocaust Memorial Center to Host Ceremony Awarding Dr. Maria Holecek with Title of “Righteous Among the Nations”
Dr. Holecek, a Lithuanian dentist, is being recognized the efforts to rescued Jews during WWII by hiding them and arranging shelter and illegal transfers. - May 16, 2014 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Crime Drama "Karaganda" to Have Its U.S. Premiere at the Charleston International Film Festival
Following a special screening at the Directors Guild of America and a world premiere in Berlin, "Karaganda" is set for its official U.S. debut this week at the Charleston International Film Festival. - April 08, 2014 - LosFilm
IndieGo Publishing to Publish the Book "Courage of the Spirit" by Rabbi Norbert Weinberg in Honor of His Father's Overcoming Struggle Against the Nazis
IndieGo Publishing will release the book "Courage of the Spirit" (paperback ISBN 978-0-9846685-6-4; ebook ISBN 978-0-9887048-9-3) in April 2014 in honor of his father, Rabbi Dr. William Weinberg, who became the first State Rabbi of the community of Holocaust survivors in the German State... - February 21, 2014 - INDIEGO Publishing
Torat Hanefesh School of Jewish Psychology's Conference on "Faith and Free Will"
January 27th, Tel Aviv. Nearly 300 men and women participated in a day-long conference held by the Torat Hanefesh School of Jewish Psychology. The conference's topic, "Faith and Free Will," drew many to a series of lectures on the topic delivered by teachers from the School of Jewish Psychology. en.torathanefesh.org - February 04, 2014 - Torat Hanefesh School
Book Titled “Why Every Black Woman Should Marry A Jewish Man” is Released by Author Nazaree Hines-Starr
Dr. Nazaree Hines-Starr, PharmD releases controversial dating and marriage memoir, citing Jewish men as “the ultimate alpha males” and the best choice for educated African-American women. - December 11, 2013 - Nazaree Hines-Starr
Plaza Jewish Community Chapel Continues Its Service to the Jewish Community
Presents 14th Bereavement Conference to a full house of professionals and lay leaders. - October 01, 2013 - Plaza Jewish Community Chapel
Holocaust Memorial Center Hosts Author Bernd Wollschlaeger for Discussion on Book, “A German Life,” Sept. 29
Beginning at 3 p.m., at the Holocaust Memorial Center located at 28123 Orchard Lake Road in Farmington Hills, and sponsored in memory of Harry Grabel by A. Scott Grabel and Associates, Dr. Wollschlaeger will discuss why the son of a decorated Nazi officer converted to Judaism. - September 13, 2013 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
International Speaker, Actor Releases Memoir to Raise Funds for Suicide Prevention
International Speaker, Actor, Josh Rivedal Releases Memoir to Raise Funds for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in honor of the memory of his father. - August 27, 2013 - Skookum Hill Publishing
Local Honey Highlights Rosh Hashana (Jewish New Year) Observance
Found in cupboards and pantries everywhere – honey is a staple ingredient for millions and has a special significance for the fast approaching Jewish New Year of Rosh Hashana. Honey has strong Jewish associations; its sweetness a metaphor for all things good, hence the Biblical assertion of... - August 24, 2013 - Chabad Lubavitch of Southside, Inc.
Celestine Publishing Unveils "Why Things Are The Way They Are" by Author, Vinny DiGirolamo
Celestine Publishing announced the release of “Why Things Are The Way They Are: Navigating Your Own Discovery of Things We Are Meant to Know.” Author Vinny DiGirolamo introduces new concepts regarding a natural order of truth and its principles for all religious persuasions and a method for learning the things God meant for us to know. This work is written for the avid student of the scriptures and if you want to know why things are the way they are, this book is for you. - August 09, 2013 - Celestine Publishing, LLC
David E. Goldstein, VP Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
David E. Goldstein, VP, of Rye Brook, New York has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of funeral services. About David E. Goldstein, VP Mr. Goldstein has almost 20 years experience in the field... - July 16, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Blast Applications, Inc. (OTCBB: BLAP) Announces Today Its Own Radio Show www.blastapplications.com
Blast Applications, Inc. (OTCBB: BLAP) announces today its own radio show http://www.blastapplications.com/page/blogtalk-radio Blast Applications Radio started last February with the simple idea of branding their company, and since then they have had many business people, lawyers and well known... - July 09, 2013 - Blast Applications, Inc.
Why Women Must Lead from a New Perspective
New Chair of Women’s Philanthropy at Jewish Federations of North America Plans for the Future. - July 02, 2013 - Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford
Rabbi Shlomo Braun Visits Aleh Foundation Supporter in Rockville, MD.
Rabbi Shlomo Braun, Founder and Director of Aleh Foundation recently made a trip to Washington, DC and met with several former associates from the days when he was a congressional staff member. There, he made a presentation about important issues of concern to the Brooklyn Jewish communities, as well as updated them of the unique services Aleh provides for the disabled population. - June 19, 2013 - Aleh Foundation