Lag B’Omer occurred on the 33rd day of counting the Omer, and many celebrated this occasion with bonfires and barbecue items like hot dogs, hamburgers, and s’mores. [Cailin Acosta]
Following Lag B’Omer, Shabbat, Shavuot Observances to Occupy S.D. Jewish Community Read More »
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Daniel Vnukowski from Toronto, Canada, amazed the audience with what looked like magic as his hands hit the keys on the grand piano at Tifereth Israel Synagogue, and it just seemed so natural. Rabbi Leberman followed the melody with powerful narration focused on the Shoah (Holocaust) and giving voices to the names and stories of those who have survived and those who perished. [Cailin Acosta]
Canadian Pianist Vnukowski Plays Evocative Melodies on Lag B’Omer Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Holocaust, Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined ContributorsAs part of Mental Health Awareness Month, it is important to take a few minutes for yourself. Many of us have children and professions that demand our attention and sometimes that “me time” gets pushed to the back seat. [Cailin Acosta]
Keeping Minds Active with Zentangle Read More »
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The Symphonic Orchestra comprised of 7th and 8th graders performed three pieces. One of these pieces was titled Minecraft composed by Daniel Rosenfeld and arranged by Ralph Ford. [Cailin Acosta]
Middle School Students Entertain in Prelude-to-Summer Concert Read More »
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This film was difficult to watch and even though he was winning boxing matches, he was not getting much sustenance of protein. With a diet of only a small piece of bread, he struggled to stay healthy enough to compete. [Cailin Acosta]
‘The Champion’ Tells of Boxing Matches in Auschwitz Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Holocaust, International, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & BroadcastEight weeks have come and gone and my time to donate blood reoccurred this week. A few weeks before I am eligible, my cellphone starts ringing with pleas to make an appointment. I am always so honored to receive these calls since it shows how much I mean to the San Diego Blood Bank. [Cailin Acosta]
Blood and Comic-Con Read More »
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Saake challenges readers to explore their knickknacks. Are they charming décor, beloved heirlooms, or travel impulses? Many of these trinkets have tales so Saake dives into some of the common tchotchkes found on vacation and what they might say if they could talk. [Cailin Acosta]
If Only Tchotchkes Could Talk Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Cailin Acosta, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Trivia, Humor & SatireMay is known as mental health awareness month. Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health. [Cailin Acosta]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Business & Finance, Cailin Acosta, Holocaust, Israel, Jewish Religion, Obituaries & memorials, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined ContributorsMotti and Mechal (Lena Kalisch) agree that their union is a match to please their over controlling mothers. Meanwhile, Motti begins talking with a non-Jewish student, Laura (Noemie Schmidt), and they go on a couple of dates. He knows his mother will not be pleased. [Cailin Acosta]
‘Motti Wolkenbruch’ Portrays Another Jew Falling in Love with a Christian Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & BroadcastIsraeli American Council has put together a Jewish Heritage book which includes a collection of materials celebrating Jewish history, culture, and identity. [Cailin Acosta]
May is Jewish American Heritage Month Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Israel, Obituaries & memorials, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USAThe ruach (spirit) and love for the Land of Israel was felt by all in attendance at the Yom Ha’Atzmaut program at Tifereth Israel Synagogue. [Cailin Acosta]
Games Mark Synagogue’s Celebration of Israel’s 77th Birthday Read More »
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Bryan and Jack quit their jobs at the drive-in theatre days before Woodstock and embarked on the 100-mile car ride to the concert venue. As they came to the festival, they were in complete awe of this newfound freedom, no parents to tell them what to do and no rules to follow. [Cailin Acosta]
Friends’ Lives, Careers Radically Diverge After Woodstock Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Cailin Acosta, Lifestyles, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USAEach morning between Passover and Shavuot my twins ask, “what day are we counting?” It’s almost like the saying on long car rides “are we there yet?” [Cailin Acosta]
A Novel Way to Count the Omer Read More »
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The San Diego Museum of Art comes to life with nearly one hundred floral arrangements complementing the Museum’s permanent art collection. Many of the floral arrangements are by local and national floral designers who creatively fill the galleries with many varieties of color and scents. [Cailin Acosta]
SDMA Matches Plants with Fine Arts in Special Exhibit Read More »
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