“Every year, tens of thousands of San Diegans rely on JFS for services, support, and resources, and we help families and individuals find dignity, stability and hope. …” Dana Toppel, JFS CEO.
JFS gala raises $2m+; honors Jerri-Ann & Gary Jacobs, Tammy & Louis Vener Read More »
Lifestyles, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Press Release, San Diego County
I once read a piece that hit me like a truck. It said: If you’re around 35, after subtracting sleep, work, commuting, scrolling, eating, bathroom breaks, doctor visits, and all the other necessary nonsense… you’ve only got about 500 days left of truly free, usable life in the next 35 years. [Rabbi Dr. Michael Leo Samuel]
Parsha Emor: Stop counting days. Start making them count Read More »
Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, Michael Leo Samuel-Rabbi, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Ohr Shalom Synagogue presents its “Centennial Celebration and Gala” at 4:30 p.m., Sunday, May 3. The event includes a rededication ceremony, cocktails, a gala dinner, music, an auction, and a paddle raiser. [Cailin Acosta]
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The number of those “killed” in Gaza is totally unreliable because it is circulated by the Gaza Health Ministry, which is under the control of Hamas. (Steve Kramer)
Israel is the intended victim, not the perpetrator, of genocide Read More »
Antisemitism, Israel, Jewish History, Middle East, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Steve Kramer, USA
There was a sense of solidarity within and between different groups, whether based on religion or ethnicity, and what interested most people was the success or failure of their favorite football team, the comings and goings of the Royal Family and the weather. [Dorothea Shefer-Vanson]
England is not what it used to be when I grew up there Read More »
Antisemitism, Dorothea Shefer-Vanson, International, Israel, Lifestyles, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Jacobs’ story, guided in an on-stage interview by Karen Parry, the CEO of Hillel of San Diego, covered a wide range of topics but consistently returned to the idea that life changes when a person recognizes an opportunity and is willing to act on it. [Shor Masori]
Irwin Jacobs reflects at Hillel on innovation, family, and philanthropy Read More »
Business & Finance, International, Jewish History, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Shor M. Masori, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Technology, Travel and Food, USA
Joseph Heller (May 1, 1923 – December 12, 1999) was an American author of novels, short stories, plays, and screenplays. [Wikipedia]
Today’s Jewish birthday: Joseph Heller Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Today's Jewish Birthday, Wikipedia
The young artist walked onto the stage at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall, modest in demeanor, but with primal force his long steely fingers plunged into the complexities of Beethoven’s Sonata #32 in C minor, the last piano sonata Beethoven wrote. [Eileen Wingard]
Kantorow performed with remarkable versatility at the Conrad Read More »
Eileen Wingard, International, Jewish History, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Organized in partnership with the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) and Savannah Jewish Federation, the “L’Chaim!” forum, held ahead of America’s 250th anniversary commemorations this summer, is part of CAM’s broader mission to equip municipal leaders with the knowledge, networks, and tools to combat antisemitism and support Jewish life in their cities. (Press Release)
Mayors get a jump on celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month Read More »
Antisemitism, Jewish History, Press Release, Travel and Food, USA
Another featured performer was May Milton, also a prominent figure at the Moulin Rouge in 1895. Known for her pale, almost theatrical appearance, Milton was celebrated for her agility and innovative choreography. The floral interpretation mirrored her likeness with cascading white moth orchids, reflecting both the shape of her dress and the tone of her complexion. [Cailin Acosta]
‘Art Alive’ features works of Toulouse Lautrec Read More »
Cailin Acosta, International, Jewish Religion, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors
This year recognizes the role of Jewish Americans throughout the 250-year history of our nation and the heroic efforts of those who served in uniform to help forge this more perfect union. [Press Release]
Bipartisan House resolution salutes Jewish American History Month Read More »
Antisemitism, Jewish History, Press Release, USA
Simon Kuznets (April 30, 1901 – July 8, 1985) was a Russian-born American economist and statistician who received the 1971 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences “for his empirically founded interpretation of economic growth which has led to new and deepened insight into the economic and social structure and process of development.” [Wikipedia]
Today’s Jewish birthday: Simon Kuznets Read More »
Science, Medicine, & Education, Today's Jewish Birthday, Wikipedia
My wife, Paula, has a birthday this week on May 4th, and it lines up with this idea in a way that feels kind of fitting. It’s not just another day on the calendar. It matters. It feels separate. [Michael R. Mantell, Ph.D.]
Parsha Emor: Happy birthday to Paula, my wife Read More »
Jewish Religion, Michael Mantell, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors“I don’t know how anyone in their right mind can be against students having the right to enter and exit the school facility,” City Council Speaker Julie Menin said last Saturday, according to New York Jewish Week. [Bruce S. Ticker]
NYC Council Speaker Julie Menin outmaneuvers Mayor Zohran Mamdani Read More »
Antisemitism, Bruce Ticker, Israel, News Media, Opinion, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA