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St. Louis Jewish Light

The Lighter Side

A not very clear image of a story that appeared on page 4 of the Mar 10, 1982 issue of the Jewish Light.

How a new bingo game unearthed a forgotten chapter of St. Louis Jewish history

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished February 13, 2025

When Jewish Light published a short blurb last week about David Halpern’s new Monday morning bingo at the American Legion Post 397, it seemed like a simple community event—a bit of fun, some friendly competition and a way to raise money for a good...

How a classmate got me hooked on ‘Saturday Night Live’—and my favorite Jewish moments in its 50-year history

How a classmate got me hooked on ‘Saturday Night Live’—and my favorite Jewish moments in its 50-year history

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished February 13, 2025

I first discovered "Saturday Night Live" the way a lot of kids did—through an older, slightly cooler classmate. It must have been in 1978 or 1979. Richard Shaw was the biggest kid at Spoede School -- not just in height but in presence. Every Monday...

Kosher cannabis? These gummy edibles have a rabbi’s seal of approval — and a following

By Mira Fox, The ForwardPublished February 12, 2025

This story was originally published in the Forward. Click here to get the Forward's free email newsletters delivered to your inbox. Tu B’Shvat is the Jewish day of the trees, a celebration of all things plant and fruit. And what better way to celebrate...

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) rushes the ball for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first quarter in Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome.

The Yiddish history of the ‘tush push,’ the Philadelphia Eagles’ unstoppable play

By Benyamin Cohen, The ForwardPublished February 9, 2025

The Philadelphia Eagles have plowed their way to Super Bowl 2025 behind the “tush push,” a play as straightforward as football gets: when the Eagles need a yard — whether on third-and-short, fourth-and-inches, or at the goal line — quarterback...

Apr 17, 1978; Unknown Location, USA; FILE PHOTO; Actor and race car driver Paul Newman (left) talks with driver Sam Posey (right).

How St. Louisans can honor Paul Newman’s Jewish legacy and 100th birthday

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished January 21, 2025

On Sunday, Jan. 26, Paul Newman would have celebrated his 100th birthday. Known for his legendary performances, unwavering philanthropy and enduring charm, Newman is remembered not just as a Hollywood icon but as a proud Jewish figure who embraced his...

Madam Owlberta Wobblewings

Owlberta Wobblewings is back—and she might be bringing babies!”

By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish LightPublished December 18, 2024

There could be more nachas for Madam Owlberta Wobblewings in early 2025. We first introduced you to Ms. Wobblewings, a great horned owl who took up temporary residence on the balcony outside an apartment rented by Rebecca and Zach Berg—in Owlivette....

Alex Krautman’s tweet of bagels sliced this way went viral. (Alex Krautman/Screenshot from YouTube)

The bagel debate is back: Why St. Louis’ vertical slice is still being talked about

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished August 27, 2024

Remember when the internet lost its collective mind over the color of a dress? Or that time we all debated whether a sound clip said "Yanny" or "Laurel"? Well, St. Louis has its own version of these viral moments—a bagel...

‘Lowcuterie’ and other random ideas I have to share

‘Lowcuterie’ and other random ideas I have to share

Amy Fenster Brown, Special To The Jewish LightPublished July 24, 2024

I have a lot of random ideas swimming around in my head. They’re doing laps, jumping off the high dive and frankly just taking up space. It’s time to purge my flooded brain.   • Charcuterie boards can be so impressive, elaborate and inviting....

Rabbi Ze'ev Smason and one of the American Red Wolves born at the St. Louis Zoo.

A howl-worthy coincidence: Rabbi Ze’ev and the Red Wolves!

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content OfficerPublished July 10, 2024

I don’t believe in coincidences, so I thought I’d share what happened to me this past Monday. I hope it makes you smile. I'm frequently asked how we at the Jewish Light manage to find so many stories. My response is simple: "Stories are...

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Photos: B’nai Amoona Mitzvah Day

Bill Motchan, Special To The Jewish LightPublished May 6, 2024

Congregation B’nai Amoona members gathered on Sunday, May 5 for the 7th annual Mitzvah Day. During the yearly event, teams of adults and children participate in mitzvah projects that benefit area nonprofit organizations, shelters, hospitals and first...

Owlivia.

Baby Owlivia has flown the coop

Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish LightPublished April 12, 2024

Last week, we introduced the "Owlivette Owls" who took up residence on the balcony outside the Clover STL apartment of Jewish St. Louisans Rebecca and Zach Berg. The great horned owls—named Sir Owlbertson, Owlberta and Owlivia by the Bergs—recently...

A Jewish mother and an illustrator have teamed up to create an unofficial Taylor Swift haggadah for Passover this year. (Courtesy Shelley Atlas Serber, Wikimedia. Design by Jackie Hajdenberg)

The exodus story you know ‘All Too Well’ gets retold in new Taylor Swift haggadah

Jackie Hajdenberg, JTAPublished April 10, 2024

(JTA) — Taylor Swift has (unofficially) entered her Exodus era. Swifties can now express their love for the pop icon while celebrating Passover, thanks to the “Unofficial Taylor Swift Haggadah,” written by author Na’ama Ben-David. Ben-David...

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