The California Jewish Caucus announces an ambitious 2021 legislative agenda
The bills aim to emphasize the Jewish community’s commitment to the safety, equality, and inclusion of allies and vulnerable groups.
Florida sees drastic increase in antisemitic incidents in 2020
“The first step in addressing a societal problem is acknowledging it for what it actually is.”
French court ruling on the killing of Sarah Halimi sparks global protests
“This is a real look at the way Jews are treated today in the justice system.”
This Jewish filmmaker with autism has one big question for Jews with disabilities
“Being inclusive starts with asking questions and understanding what people are feeling and seeking.”
Florida Jewish day school teacher dies after long battle with COVID-19
“I’m going to fight this. I’m coming home to Christopher and to you!” Christopher is his four-year-old son.
Contemporary Jewish Museum welcomes back in-person guests
The pandemic closed the doors of this Bay Area attraction, but now ‘people finally can see art in a safe space that isn’t in front of their computer.’
Your guide to 2021 (virtual) Yom HaShoah commemorations
Despite a year of isolation and pandemic restrictions, Jewish communities around the country are finding ways to come together for Yom HaShoah, the annual commemoration to honor the more than six million Jews murdered by Nazis and Nazi collaborators during the Holocaust.
The Miami Jewish Film Festival goes hybrid for 2021
The world’s largest Jewish film festival will get even larger this year. Because of COVID-19 restrictions, the Miami Jewish Film Festival will be a hybrid live and virtual event this year. This new format will enable a potentially nationwide audience the opportunity to view some of the festival’s 145 selected films online for free.
Can shrimp and crab make your kosher Sabra hummus Salmonella-free?
A biopolymer found in the exoskeletons of crustaceans like shrimp and crabs has been found to reduce Salmonella cells.
Your 2021 guide to virtual Passover seders
From coast to coast, here’s list of virtual Passover seders you’ll love.