Local
Myerberg Center Hires Kevin Large as New Director
The Edward A. Myerberg Center hired a new director last month, Kevin Large.
“We conducted a couple rounds of interviews with multiple candidates, and we...
Opinion
Opinion: Shake off the Frustration, and Go Do Something!
Mitchell Bard
I lecture frequently and understand that for many audiences, the experience can feel depressing and overwhelming. Rising antisemitism. Palestinian rejectionism. Terrorism. The ring...
You Should Know
Allison Goldman-Blustin: Pikesville Resident Turning Her Curiosity Into a Calling
Allison Goldman-Blustin, 34, has been studying women’s mikvah rituals for years now, but that wasn’t always what she wanted to do.
After studying political economics...
Around Town
Last Word
Melanie Waxman: Filling a Need for Seniors at the Myerberg Center
Melanie Waxman has always had a passion for education and Judaism.
Waxman, the tech-knowledge hub coordinator at The Edward A. Myerberg Center, currently lives with...
Food & Dining
Beyond the ‘Cabernet Safety Net’: Discovering the Soul of Rioja
Jules Polonetsky
For decades, the kosher wine market has been defined by a singular, overwhelming preference. While our palates are diversifying with a wider variety...
Sizzle Reels
Arts & Culture
Director of Oct. 7 Documentary ‘Road Between Us’ Highlights a ‘Story...
Carin M. Smilk | JNS
Everyone has heard of the unlikely hero — that person who, despite all odds, comes to the rescue in a...
Nation and World
Man Charged With Setting Fire to Mississippi Synagogue Targeted It Due...
Grace Gilson |JTA
The suspect arrested for allegedly setting fire to a Mississippi synagogue on Jan. 10 confessed to the FBI that he had targeted...
Podcast
Eight New Olim Celebrate Their First Hanukkah as Israelis
This Hanukkah, eight new Olim will gather around their menorahs for the first time as Israeli citizens. In a year when light has felt...
At Tel Aviv school of last resort, missile damage from war bring challenges—and opportunities
TEL AVIV — Students at the Max Fein Vocational High School in Tel Aviv are used to overcoming challenges.
The school long has been known...
With students shifting their study habits, this Jewish university is embracing smart AI adoption
NEW YORK — When Rachel Dahari went back to school in September to get a master’s degree in social work, she didn’t think the...
By the thousands, IDF Lone Soldiers find support and services at unique Tel Aviv...
TEL AVIV — When A. moved from Florida to Israel after high school and began his mandatory service in the Israel Defense Forces, he knew it...
Israel Advocacy at Beth Tfiloh
What does it really mean to advocate for Israel? At Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School and Beth Tfiloh Congregation, Israel advocacy means encouraging informed...
