I believe things happen for a reason. In Jewish tradition, we sometimes call it beshert — destiny. Earlier this month, my father passed away and in my eulogy for him, I shared the story of my first car — a 1984 Toyota Celica convertible. Coolest...

A late-Baroque portrait stolen from a Jewish arts dealer in Europe by the Nazis during World War II has surfaced in Argentina, having been featured in an online real-estate ad, a Dutch newspaper reported Monday. “Portrait of a Lady” by Vittore...

What does it truly mean to be an ally—especially when the cost becomes unbearable? That question lies at the heart of two one-act plays being presented as staged readings at the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum on Thursday, Aug. 28 from...

(JTA) — A couple in a suburb of Atlanta are facing consequences after being accused of yelling antisemitic slurs at the father of an Israeli soldier who was killed in 2023. Mark Bouzyk has been fired after he and his wife were taped lobbing insults...

When Mary Strauss decided to donate her lifelong Josephine Baker collection to the Missouri Historical Society, it was more than just an extraordinary gift of memorabilia. Strauss, a Jewish St. Louisan best known for helping save the Fox Theatre,...

Over the next year, three organized trips will give members of the St. Louis Jewish community opportunities to travel together while exploring Jewish history and culture in different parts of the world. Women’s Philanthropy Mission to Miami Nov....

It’s not easy getting teens to think about God. Even if they go to Jewish day school. When one Jewish educational organization asked day school students in middle school and high school several years ago to respond to the question, “What percentage...

KIBBUTZ EREZ, Israel — Under the shade of a large tree on Kibbutz Erez less than a mile from the Gaza Strip, half a dozen Israeli children play history trivia games with a counselor. When loud booms from Gaza echo across the sky, some of the kids...

St. Louis is home to a rich array of Jewish-owned businesses, as well as establishments that resonate deeply within the Jewish community. From dining and shopping to cultural and community-centered spaces, these businesses offer a taste of community,...

The St. Louis Jewish Book Festival is changing the way it tells stories. Now in its 47th year, the Festival will no longer be confined to its traditional 10-day run. Instead, it is pivoting to a year-round format, offering audiences more chances...

Rabbi Aron Rubin is equally adept at teaching Judaism and leading a congregation. Rubin, 38, who assumed the position of rabbi at Nusach Hari B’nai Zion on Aug. 15, is well-versed in the Torah. He also makes a mean dessert. Rubin was drawn to the...

Ten standout individuals will be recognized as the 2025 Jewish Light Unsung Heroes on Sunday, Oct. 26 at 3:30 p.m. This year’s 16th annual event will take place at Jewish Community Center near Creve Coeur and will be co-chaired by Debbie Lefton...