When the big day finally arrives, Brianna is a bundle of nerves. With encouragement from her friends, the cantor, and the rabbi, she’s reminded that she doesn’t have to be perfect—she just needs to do her best. [Cailin Acosta]
Bat Mitzvah saga shared in book for readers ages 8 through 12 Read More »
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Federation, in partnership with the Secure Community Network, is offering free emergency response trainings to empower individuals and organizations with the skills to react quickly and effectively in crisis situations. [Press Release]
Jewish Federation sponsors security conferences around the county Read More »
Press Release, San Diego County
Thousands of individuals across the United States, Canada, Israel, and around the world will unite at private residences, synagogues, and community centers on April 24, 2026, for “Shabbat for Israel,” a coordinated series of intimate Shabbat dinners hosted in honor of Yom Ha’atzmaut, Israel’s Independence Day. [Press Release]
Jews around the world to celebrate ‘Shabbat for Israel’ April 24 Read More »
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From October 6 to October 7—a documentary chronicling the life of Major General (Res.) Doron Almog, Chairman of the Executive at The Jewish Agency for Israel—made its international premiere Feb. 15 during the 37th Israel Film Festival in Beverly Hills. (Press Release)
Documentary about life of Doron Almog premieres Read More »
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While the previous episodes laid the groundwork of shared trauma and early 20th-century labor solidarity, Episode 3 dives headlong into the 1960s—the decade where the “interwoven” threads of these two communities were pulled to their absolute tension and breaking point. [Barrett Holman Leak]
Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History, part 3 ‘Grand Alliance’ Read More »
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László Nemes (February 18, 1977) is a Hungarian filmmaker. His films usually explore Jewish social and political resistance in 20th-century Hungary, featuring long takes and meticulously dressed historical sets. [Wikipedia]
Today’s Jewish birthday: Laszlo Nemes Read More »
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This week’s parsha, Terumah, opens with one of the Torah’s most profound invitations: “Let them make Me a sanctuary, that I may dwell among them” (Exodus 25:8). [Rabbi Dr. Michael Leo Samuel]
Why do Jews build synagogues? The origin and purpose of sacred space Read More »
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Chicago native Emery Lehman, Jewish speedskater and four-time Olympian, took the silver medal for Team USA’s Speed Skating Men’s Team, along with teammates Casey Dawson and Ethan Cepuran, on Tuesday, Feb. 17, in Milan. Lehman hinted he plans to retire from speedskating after the 2026 Olympics. [Cailin Acosta]
One Jewish Olympian has medaled so far Read More »
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In total, one-third (34%) of all Jewish college and university students say they have avoided displaying their Jewish identity due to fear of antisemitism. [Press Release]
College students changing behavior because of antisemitism Read More »
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What’s the difference between annexation and sovereignty? Annexing implies something is being taken from an established territory belonging to someone else. Sovereignty means extending authority over a region. [Steve Kramer]
The video and exhibition share one family’s experiences during the Holocaust from the perspective of Daniel, a fictional boy, growing up in Nazi Germany. Daniel’s character represents the real experiences of millions of actual Jewish children during the Holocaust. The exhibition and video are based on actual diaries of Jewish children in Nazi Germany. [Press Release]
U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum releases children’s video Read More »
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“With antisemitism already at historic levels globally, Tehran is funding a massive media propaganda operation that is priming the pump for spreading antisemitism and hate against Israel and Jews the world over.” [Press Release]
Iran steps up antisemitic propaganda in Latin America Read More »
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A mentor, startup founder, internationally recognized scientist, and longtime volunteer with the organization, Naman combines his professional experience with his support for the land and people of Israel. [Press Release]
C. Benjamin Naman new president of JNF-USA’s San Diego board Read More »
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Hans Morgenthau (February 17, 1904 – July 19, 1980) was a German-American jurist and political scientist who was one of the major 20th-century figures in the study of international relations. [Wikipedia]
Today’s Jewish birthday: Hans Morgenthau Read More »
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