By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
• Published May 7, 2024
Two events commemorating Israeli holidays are coming up this month. Yom Hazikaron -- Israel’s Memorial Day-- will be observed on Sunday, May 12. The Yom Haatzmaut --Israel Independence Day -- celebration will be held Tuesday, May 14.
Yom Hazikaron...
By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
• Published May 7, 2024
Dear Mrs. Feldman, You recommended that everyone always stand up against prejudice, discrimination and stereotypes. What you said connects to everything that I learned at the Holocaust museum. You defined something I can do in today's time to help people...
Bill Motchan, Special To The Jewish Light
• Published May 6, 2024
Congregation B’nai Amoona members gathered on Sunday, May 5 for the 7th annual Mitzvah Day. During the yearly event, teams of adults and children participate in mitzvah projects that benefit area nonprofit organizations, shelters, hospitals and first...
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published May 6, 2024
In an effort to combat the rising tide of Holocaust denial and misinformation, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) launched a new campaign targeting Gen Zers on social media platforms, particularly TikTok. Launching on Holocaust Remembrance Day, the new...
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published May 6, 2024
Established in 2005, the Staenberg Family Foundation serves as an important cornerstone within the Jewish Federation of St. Louis. Aligned with the Federation's mission, the Foundation backs projects and...
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published May 6, 2024
In the era of digital democracy, Mirowitz Center isn't just adapting to change - it's driving it, one click at a time, guiding the way for older adults in St. Louis through a new partnership with Senior Planet from AARP.
"We recognized a growing need...
The Jewish Light is requesting nominations for its 15th annual Unsung Heroes awards. The deadline for submissions is 5 p.m. Friday, July 12 and can be made online at stljewishlight.org/heroes.
The Light solicits nominations of volunteers making...
Bill Motchan, Special To The Jewish Light
• Published May 6, 2024
Play Wordle and take a walk in the morning, then eat an apple and socialize with friends in the afternoon. Congratulations—you have successfully taken essential steps toward the goal of healthy aging.
Older adults concerned about mental and physical...
Bill Motchan, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published May 5, 2024
The St. Louis Yom HaShoah Holocaust Remembrance Day service at Congregation Shaare Emeth on Sunday, May 5 took on special significance this year.
The theme was “Never Again Is Now,” in recognition of the aftermath of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack...
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published May 5, 2024
The J Associates honored the achievements of outgoing President Jennifer Deutsch and welcomed incoming President Amy Bennett at their Annual Luncheon on Wednesday, May 1. This esteemed women's group operates within the St. Louis Jewish Community Center.
In...
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published May 5, 2024
For the seventh consecutive year, the National Council of Jewish Women of St. Louis (NCJWSTL) and the Assistance League of St. Louis (ALSTL) are partnering to stock "the closets" for students in the St. Louis Public Schools (SLPS). But this year they...
It’s “A Mirowitz Homecoming,” and supporters of Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School are gathering for a gala pep rally to cheer on the school’s winning team of teachers, students and alumni. Festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8...
