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St. Louis Jewish Light

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

Newsmakers

Dr. Marissa Tenenbaum

Newsweek Magazine recognizes St. Louis doctor

Published October 1, 2023

Dr. Marissa Tenenbaum was selected by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Plastic Surgeons of 2023. She was honored in more than one category, including breast augmentation, eyelid surgery and facelift. Tenenbaum is a member of Temple Israel.

Jillian Wolfman

Lucky kindergartners welcome Jillian Wolfman to class

Published September 28, 2023

Jillian Wolfman began a new position as a kindergarten teacher at Valley Park Elementary School. She is a member of Temple Israel.

Gabriela Szteinberg Mirowitz

Gabriela Szteinberg Mirowitz’s latest work shines light on emerging trends in digital teaching

Published September 27, 2023

“Digital Learning and Teaching in Chemistry” was recently published by the Royal Society of Chemistry. Gabriela Szteinberg Mirowitz was one of the editors. The book compiles the established and emerging trends in this field, specifically within...

Deb Zoole-Israeli bringing her nursing skills to St. Peters

Deb Zoole-Israeli bringing her nursing skills to St. Peters

Published September 26, 2023

Registered nurse Deb Zoole-Israeli will soon join the Benrus Medical Group in St. Peters. Her responsibilities include patient pre-op teaching, post-op questions and assisting with office procedures. She belongs to Kol Rinah and is active with Chabad...

Paulette Friedman expands 'Special' Occasions' clothing options

Paulette Friedman expands ‘Special’ Occasions’ clothing options

Published September 25, 2023

Special Occasions in Ladue, owned by Paulette Friedman, has expanded its merchandise to include contemporary sportswear for fall 2023. The shop is known for carrying cocktail wear, mother-of-the-bride and formal attire. Friedman attends Central Reform...

Linda Goldstein

New career path(s) for former Clayton mayor Linda Goldstein

Published September 19, 2023

Linda Goldstein, former mayor of Clayton and senior-level leader in the commercial construction industry is now a Vistage CEO group chairperson as well as founder and CEO of Linda Goldstein Consulting. As a Vistage chair, she helps leaders make decisions...

Kevin Lee's 'Stomp the World' educational program growing fast

Kevin Lee’s ‘Stomp the World’ educational program growing fast

Published September 18, 2023

Kevin Lee is kicking off the second year of his early childhood movement program with Stomp the World. Stomp the World is a non-profit providing educational and life experiences outside the classroom. Through movement, Lee incorporates dance, music,...

Michelle Schwerin, Mark Rubin, Emily Caine, Pamela Dern.

Crown Center announces new board members

Published September 17, 2023

The Gladys and Henry Crown Center for Senior Living announced its new board members. Mark Rubin, vice president of development at Keeley Properties, is the board president. Vice president is Michelle Schwerin, shareholder at Capes Sokol and Shaare Emeth...

St. Louis Chamber Chorus ups their game by hiring Nancy Burstein

St. Louis Chamber Chorus ups their game by hiring Nancy Burstein

Published September 13, 2023

The St. Louis Chamber Chorus announced the hiring of Nancy Burstein as their new executive director. Her responsibilities include publicity and marketing, overseeing the six yearly concerts, fundraising and grant writing, as well as processing individual...

Stars are the limit for Bobby Sanderson in new development role

Stars are the limit for Bobby Sanderson in new development role

Published September 12, 2023

Bobby Sanderson joined the St. Louis Science Center as chief institutional advancement officer. He and his team are responsible for managing the Science Center’s philanthropic strategies and accomplishing the institution’s goals for development,...

Jewish Light hires talented new graphic designer

Jewish Light hires talented new graphic designer

Published September 11, 2023

Grace Cohen has joined the Jewish Light as its graphic designer. Previously, she was an intern and junior graphic designer at Jewish Federation of St. Louis, then worked as a freelance designer for several years.

Dr. Rebecca Aft named to prestigous new professorship

Dr. Rebecca Aft named to prestigous new professorship

Published September 10, 2023

Dr. Rebecca Aft, a breast cancer surgeon and researcher, has been named the inaugural Jeffrey F. Moley Professor of Endocrine and Oncologic Surgery at Washington University School of Medicine. She is noted for her translational and clinical research...

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