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'The Lehman Trilogy' is theater begging to be talked about. Great, let's talk about it.

‘The Lehman Trilogy’ is theater begging to be talked about. Great, let’s talk about it.

Published September 10, 2023

The power of theater lies not only in its ability to entertain but also in its capacity to provoke thought and ignite conversations. The upcoming production of “The Lehman Trilogy” performed at the...

Israeli chef Shachar Yogev serves a burger made with "cultured chicken" meat at The Chicken, SuperMeat's restaurant adjacent to their production site in the Israeli town of Ness Ziona on June 18, 2021.

Orthodox Union certifies Israeli brand of lab-grown meat as kosher — but not pareve

Jackie HajdenbergPublished September 8, 2023

(JTA) — The Orthodox Union has granted kosher certification to a type of lab-grown meat, a decision that could signal an expansion of the options available under Judaism’s intricate dietary laws. The...

Shira Berkowitz, Maxine Clark, Donn Rubin and Michael Staenberg.

Four Jewish community members named to annual St. Louis Magazine list

Published September 8, 2023

Shira Berkowitz, Maxine Clark, Donn Rubin and Michael Staenberg are just four of the 50+ featured in St. Louis Magazine’s People Working Toward Solutions in St. Louis.  Berkowitz, senior director of...

Grace A. Wolf

Clayton High School senior offers lessons in empathy in first published book

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished September 7, 2023

In the adult world, lunchtime is or should be a time to put your work down, clear your head perhaps, and basically take a break. Not all adults would agree. Some might say “Lunch? Who has time...

Dan Nichols

The story behind the new, powerful Selichot music this weekend at St. Louis congregation

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished September 6, 2023
For Cantor Seth Warner of Congregation Shaare Emeth, Selichot is his favorite night of the year. 
Bob Gale.

Five questions with the Jewish UCity native and writer of ‘Back To The Future’

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish LightPublished September 6, 2023

In 1985, the hit movie “Back to the Future” captivated audiences and was a breakout role for actor Michael J. Fox. The film earned four Golden Globe nominations and received one Oscar for sound editing. Now,...

Who was Josephus? Was he a traitor or a hero? And why is WashU talking about him

Who was Josephus? Was he a traitor or a hero? And why is WashU talking about him

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished September 5, 2023

Josephus Flavius was a Jew born in Jerusalem in the year 37. He is best known for detailing the story of the first Jewish revolt against the Roman Empire, in which he led the Jewish forces, as well...

A new fifth season of Fauda is on it's way. Photo courtesy of YES

‘Fauda’ returns for unexpected season 5

By Naama Barak, Israel21cPublished September 5, 2023

UPDATE: Fauda star Idan Amedi severely wounded in Gaza battle  Israeli hit television show Fauda is set to return to the screen for an unexpected Season 5, to the joy of fans all over the world. The...

The cast and crew of "Tatami" at the 80th Venice International Film Festival, Sep. 2, 2023. From left: Sharon Harel, Ash Goldeh, Elham Erfani, Guy Nattiv, Zar Amir Ebrahimi, Mandy Tagger Brockey, Jaime Ray Newman, Adi Ezroni and Maya Amsellem.

Secret film inspired by Iran’s Israeli athlete boycott is making movie history

Published September 5, 2023

(JTA) — A film being billed as the first co-production by Israeli and Iranian filmmakers debuted at the Venice International Film Festival after a secretive production process that included a trip to...

Looking to order in for Rosh Hashanah in STL? These 9 businesses help with your holiday meal

Looking to order in for Rosh Hashanah in STL? These 9 businesses help with your holiday meal

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished September 5, 2023
Does Rosh Hashanah ever fall at the “right time?” This year the Jewish New Year falls on the weekend: The holiday begins on the evening of Friday, Sept. 15 and runs through Sunday, Sept. 17. 
Photo of author (R) at Wrigley Field a few years ago with Detroit friend Steve Ross. (L)

Jimmy Buffett sometimes used religion in his lyrics, including Judaism

Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish LightPublished September 5, 2023

Over the Labor Day weekend, music lovers worldwide mourned the death of singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett. The 76-year-old artist turned “Margaritaville,” his first big hit, into a marketing and lifestyle...

Businessman and philanthropist Michael Staenberg was installed as the President of the Board of Trustees of the St. Louis Jewish Light

Jewish Light installs new board

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished September 4, 2023

The St. Louis Jewish Light is pleased to announce the installation of a new Board of Trustees. Businessman and philanthropist Michael Staenberg was installed as the President of the Board of Trustees...

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