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Talia Wolkowtiz

Former IDF Sergeant Talia Wolkowitz joins Husch Blackwell as new attorney

Published November 11, 2024

Talia Wolkowitz joined Husch Blackwell as a private wealth attorney. Her main focus is tax-advantaged estate planning with an emphasis on ultra-high net worth individuals and family offices. Wolkowitz...

Ladue schools unite for ‘No Place for Hate’ pledge day, championing inclusivity

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished November 11, 2024

Creating a culture of kindness, respect and accountability is more than a motto for Ladue School District—it’s a mission. Recently, Ladue schools took a powerful step in this direction with its first...

Julie Gibbs

Parkway honors Julie Gibbs, class of 1984

Published November 10, 2024

Among the 14 distinguished honorees for the 2024 Parkway Alumni Hall of Fame is Julie Gibbs, a proud graduate of Parkway Central High School, Class of 1984. Gibbs, a seasoned development professional,...

Dr. Monroe Ginsburg will be the guest speaker at Shir Hadash Reconstructionist Community’s Veterans Day Shabbat.

Special Shabbat program to honor Jewish veterans

Published November 10, 2024

The Shir Hadash Reconstructionist Community will commemorate Veterans Day with a special edition of its monthly Shabbat Learning program, scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16. The program, which...

Stan Kann

A Celebration of Stan Kann: The man who made St. Louis swoon—and laugh—at the mighty Wurlitzer

Published November 10, 2024

Imagine stepping into the grandeur of the Fabulous Fox Theatre and hearing the triumphant echoes of its mighty Wurlitzer organ. It’s easy to picture Stan Kann seated there, his fingers flying across...

800 Washington University students came together on Thursday, October 12th outside the Danforth University Center on campus for a gathering in support of Israel through song, prayer, and testimonials.

WashU and American Jewish Committee host urgent conversation on campus antisemitism

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished November 8, 2024

The past year has seen a troubling rise in antisemitism and incidents on college campuses nationwide, affecting institutions like Washington University and St. Louis University. From inflammatory protests...

How these local organizations helped Missouri voters pass Amendment 3

How these local organizations helped Missouri voters pass Amendment 3

Ellen Futterman and Jordan PalmerPublished November 7, 2024

Missouri voters have passed Amendment 3, with 51.9% in favor, officially enshrining reproductive rights into the state constitution and repealing one of the nation’s strictest abortion bans. The vote...

Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin in ‘A Real Pain.’  Photo Courtesy of Searchlight Pictures

Talking one-on-one with Jesse Eisenberg on his Jewish identity, grief and humor

Ellen Futterman, Editor-in-ChiefPublished November 6, 2024

The same day Jewish filmmaker Jesse Eisenberg spoke with me via Zoom, he appeared on “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” where his rapid-fire delivery and neurotic jumpiness were on full display. The guy looked...

St. Louis women share insights on work-life balance at upcoming EmpowHER event

St. Louis women share insights on work-life balance at upcoming EmpowHER event

Published November 6, 2024

Join the National Council of Jewish Women-St. Louis for their EmpowHER series on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. and enjoy a lively panel discussion featuring St. Louis Jewish Light Editor-in-Chief...

Jewish themes, Israeli filmmakers step into spotlight at STL International Film Festival

Jewish themes, Israeli filmmakers step into spotlight at STL International Film Festival

Cate Marquis, Special to the Jewish LightPublished November 5, 2024

Fall colors are finally here and so is the 33rd annual Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival (SLIFF), presented by Cinema St. Louis, which runs from Thursday, Nov. 7, through Nov. 17.  “Our...

Celebrating a Decade of Impact: 10th annual L'Chaim! raises record funds

Celebrating a Decade of Impact: 10th annual L’Chaim! raises record funds

Published November 4, 2024

On Wednesday, Oct. 30, the Jewish Federation of St. Louis Women’s Philanthropy celebrated a milestone with the 10th annual L’Chaim! event at the Ritz-Carlton. The evening brought together more than...

St. Louis psychologist’s new book chronicles Vietnam veterans' journey from war to healing

St. Louis psychologist’s new book chronicles Vietnam veterans’ journey from war to healing

BY MEGAN RUBENSTEIN, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHTPublished November 1, 2024

St. Louis native and clinical psychologist David Klein has released his first book, “A Veteran's Toughest Fight: Finding Peace After Vietnam,” just in time for Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11. Klein, 55,...

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