By Margi Lenga Kahn, Special To The Jewish Light
• Published April 1, 2025
Not everyone is a fan of sardines. Perhaps you have tried them and enjoyed them, or didn’t enjoy them, or perhaps you are thinking, “Why would I want to eat sardines?”
Sardines are among the healthiest,...
By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light
• Published April 1, 2025
The Affton School District welcomed more than 50 members of the community to a meeting on Mon. evening, March 31, for an open discussion about combating hate and antisemitism. The meeting was scheduled...
Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
• Published March 31, 2025
"Lost Tables" continues to bring St. Louis’ restaurant history to life—one bite at a time. Jewish St. Louis restaurant historian Dr. Harley Hammerman, known for his deep dives into local dining history,...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...