For artist David Alper, every creation begins with a vision that merges tradition and innovation. On this February morning inside his garage studio in his Olivette home, it's cold. The glow of his oxygen-propane torch reflects off his protective glasses...
Bill Motchan, Special To The Jewish Light
• Published March 31, 2025
More than 250 supporters of Saul Mirowitz Community School gathered Sunday evening, March 30 at The Reverie in Chesterfield to celebrate “A Mirowitz Celebration – Roots & Wings.”
The event offered an opportunity to thank key members of the...
By Ellen Braunstein, Chabad.org
• Published March 31, 2025
A new Jewish cemetery will soon be consecrated in St. Charles County, Missouri, under the rabbinic leadership of Rabbi Chaim Landa, co-director of the Chabad-Lubavitch Jewish Center of St. Charles County.
The plans for the cemetery, which will be...
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published March 30, 2025
Some of the best conversations happen over a good meal, and for Alex Rich and Ben Poremba, that’s exactly the idea behind "Jews in the Lou."
Filmed at Deli Divine and produced in partnership with St. Louis Jewish Light, the social media series brings...
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published March 28, 2025
There’s no shortage of opinions when it comes to Israel. But how often do we slow down and take a hard look at where it all started, where things stand now and what’s possible moving forward?
That’s exactly what Congregation Shaare Emeth is inviting...
A proposed Missouri senate resolution commending Israel as a friend of the state will be the subject of a hearing at the capitol at 10:30 a.m. on Weds., April 2. Senate Resolution 156 recognizes the longstanding mutually beneficial relationship between...
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published March 27, 2025
In 1983, Duncan Bauman was honored by the St. Louis Rabbinical College for his years of uplifting Jewish stories in the local press. The gift? A ceremonial 'Crown of the Torah'—rarely awarded to anyone outside the faith. Today, that same crown is on...
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published March 26, 2025
Editor's note. The owner of the last kosher deli opened in St. Louis requested we remove all references to that deli being associated with this new kosher hot dog stand.
When St. Louis' last kosher Deli closed last summer, it didn’t take long before...
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published March 26, 2025
The New Jewish Theatre (NJT) continued its streak of excellence at the 2025 St. Louis Theater Circle Awards, bringing home three acting honors across two standout productions.
Actors Jacob Schmidt and Spencer Sickmann were recognized for their comedic...
Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
• Published March 26, 2025
A resolution introduced in the Missouri Senate on Feb. 17 recognizes the relationship between Israel and both the United States and Missouri. Senate Resolution 156 commends Israel as a friend and ally of the U.S. and acknowledges the close ties Missouri...
Bill Motchan, Special To The Jewish Light
• Published March 26, 2025
For pinball aficionados, there’s nothing quite as satisfying as the “THOK!” sound indicating you’ve earned a free game. Coming up in May, pinball wizards aged 50 and over can use their skill to win a medal. Pinball is just one of the new competitions...
NPR won a 2025 Alfred I. duPont-Columbia Award for its coverage of the war in Gaza. The prestigious duPont-Columbia Award honors outstanding public service in audio and video reporting.
Daniel Estrin, NPR’s international correspondent in Jerusalem...
