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A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

St. Louis Jewish Light

A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

St. Louis Jewish Light

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Indelible Delis

BY GREG SVIRNOVSKIY, JUNIOR, MARQUETTE- HIGH SCHOOLPublished May 11, 2017

From the mouth-watering frozen custard of Ted Drewes, to the hot toasted ravioli at Sportsman’s Grill, St. Louis is home to some great restaurants and food traditions  It’s the birthplace of the ice cream cone, gooey butter cake, and a delicious...

Comedians Jason and Randy Sklar are St. Louis natives.

St. Louis natives find their home in the spotlight

BY ETHAN FINE, FRESHMAN, EUREKA HIGH SCHOOLPublished May 11, 2017

Randy and Jason Sklar were born and raised in St. Louis; each celebrated his bar mitzvah at Congregation B’nai Amoona. Now, the twin comedy duo live in Los Angeles, years and miles away from where and when they first started performing. “The first...

Chelsea Clinton, who visited Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School on April 7, signs the book of students. Photo by Patty Bloom.

Chelsea Clinton visits Mirowitz on book tour

BY ANYA TULLMAN, SOPHOMORE, LADUE HORTON, WATKINS HIGH SCHOOLPublished May 11, 2017

Chelsea Clinton spoke to students, faculty and families at Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School on April 7 as part of a tour promoting the recent paperback release of her 2015 book about child activism, “It’s Your World: Get Informed, Get Inspired...

Ohr Chadash creates new opportunities for students

BY Lily Hauptman, JUNIOR, LADUE HORTON, WATKINS HIGH SCHOOLPublished April 13, 2017

Before I entered the big, seemingly daunting doors of my high school, I knew that I wanted to join the school paper. I took two journalism classes, eventually rising in the ranks from writer to editor, and I have loved every second. Journalism brings...

Philip Weiss, president of Rosenbloom Monument Co. (center) works to reset headstones at Chesed Shel Emeth on Feb. 21.  Photo: James Griesedieck

Teenagers weigh in on Jewish cemetery vandalism

BY GABE FLEISHER, FRESHMAN, JOHN BURROUGHS HIGH SCHOOLPublished April 13, 2017

When more than 150 tombstones at Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery in University City were overturned in February, news of the desecration reached around the globe. The cemetery was featured prominently in national and international newspapers and broadcasts...

A TwiNecklaces model shows off the “Rosary Choker Necklace.” Photo: etsy.com

St. Louis twins’ jewelry startup harnesses web power

By Harrison Friedman, Senior, Fasman Yeshiva High SchoolPublished March 8, 2017

In today’s day and age, it seems like anything is possible for young entrepreneurs, what with the entire internet at their fingertips. Social media, especially, has been a revolutionary force for those looking to market their businesses. And a little...

John Burroughs School freshman Samanth Remis  placed second individually in state.

Tennis teens play for national stardom

BY MADDIE LEE, Sophomore, PARKWAY CENTRAL High SchoolPublished March 8, 2017

John Burroughs School freshman Samantha Remis and Parkway Central High School sophomore Zoe Hahn are nationally ranked tennis players.“I love most parts of tennis,” Samantha said. “I really like being out there, and I just really enjoy playing....

Weekend in nation’s capital fuels teens’ drive for social justice

By Anya Tullman, Sophomore, Ladue High SchoolPublished March 8, 2017

What do you get when you mix 500 Jewish teenagers from around the country, 15 controversial social issues and the capital of our nation? The result is the L’Taken Social Justice Seminar hosted by the Religious Action Center (RAC). As a member of this...

Marquette High School sophomore Lauren Bayne (right) stands with friends, protesting the Muslim ban at Capitol Hill on Jan. 27. Lauren traveled to Washington D.C. with her confirmation class, where they had the opportunity to attend the protest. Photo courtesy of Lauren Bayne.

Jewish teens discuss their thoughts about the future

BY GREG SVIRNOVSKIY, Junior, Marquette high schoolPublished March 8, 2017

Protesters gathered on the steps of Capitol Hill, waving signs, marching stoically. Braving the chilly air and drizzling skies, they yelled proudly in cries of desperation.“Show me what America looks like,” they said, their chants permeating through...

Noah Oberlander poses with his sister Naomi. Photo courtesy of Naomi Oberlander.

IDF soldiers discuss their commitment to defend the Jewish State

BY ADAM RUSH, SOPHOMORE, LADUE high schoolPublished February 8, 2017

While some teens want to defend America, others want to defend Israel. Some Jewish Americans feel the need to join the Israel Defense Forces to help protect those living in the Jewish State. Most of these individuals are teenagers because the oldest one...

Students involved in NFTY enjoy their Winter Chavurah at United Hebrew Congregation.

United Hebrew Congregation hosts NFTY convention

BY GABE FLEISHER, FRESHMAN, JOHN BURROUGHS SCHOOLPublished February 8, 2017

United Hebrew Congregation in Chesterfield hosted about 180 Jewish teens from around the Midwest for a National Federal of Temple Youth (NFTY) Chavurah. UH’s  youth group busily prepared for the event, which took place from Jan. 13 to 16.“I [was]...

Max meets Khizr Khan at the University of Virginia. Photo courtesy of Max Krupnick.

Former Ohr Chadash writer meets Khizr Khan

BY BEN REMIS, JUNIOR, JOHN BUROUGHS SCHOOLPublished February 8, 2017

The Ohr Chadash staff is a close group, so when Max Krupnick, former member of Temple Emanuel and a student at John Burroughs School, moved with his family to Charlottesville, Va. last summer, we were sad to see him go. Luckily, we have been able to keep...

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