(JTA) — During Lauren Eckstein’s freshman year at Pomona College, her grandparents pledged $1.2 million to the private school toward a scholarship to support refugee students.
They gave the money,...
Etgar Lefkovits, JNS
• Published February 19, 2025
MOSHAV HAYOGEV, Israel—The row upon row of pristine olive trees that line the green farmland in this northern Israeli village stretch as far as the eye can see.
Olive trees flourish at the agricultural...
The numbers are in, and this year’s J Used Book Sale wasn’t just a success—it was a record-breaker. Surpassing its fundraising goal by over 10%, the sale has solidified its role as a cornerstone...
The Creve Coeur City Council recognized Judy Wasserman as Citizen of the Year 2024 at their recent appreciation event. Wasserman was honored for her dedication and service to the community.
She has picked...
Sadie Levy became the 11th female to score 1,000 points in basketball at Parkway Central High School.
She set the school record for the most points in a single game (with 42 points) and also broke the...
Ben Cohen has joined Jewish Federation of St. Louis’ development team as a resource assistant. He will provide the Major Gifts team with administrative support.
Artist Faith Berger started Canvas for Kids, a platform for children ages 7-11 to explore their imagination, develop confidence and connect with others through creativity.
The free program provides a...
Matthew Bloom has joined the St. Louis Blues hockey front office as its corporate partner activation and service coordinator. He is responsible for implementing and executing partnership assets to help...
Former St. Louisan Rabbi Scott Shafrin is stepping into an exciting new chapter as he joins the clergy of Adath Israel Congregation in Cincinnati, where he will assume the role of senior rabbi in June...
Dan Winograd is the new president of Nusach Hari B’nai Zion board of directors for a two-year term. He is vice president of Finance at Oral Surgery Partners.
The Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School will celebrate outstanding individuals at its upcoming event, “Roots and Wings, a Mirowitz Celebration,” on March 30 at The Reverie in Chesterfield. This special...
What is the Talmud, and why does it remain a cornerstone of Jewish learning after 1,500 years? Beginning Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 6:30 p.m., Rabbi Avi Rubenfeld will lead “Decoding the Talmud,” a six-week...
